Ofsted verdict

From Peter--

Following an intense week of inspection by Ofsted, Post-Compulsory Education scored '2', 'Good' in all areas of its provision.

We are particularly pleased with this result as under the new inspection framework for Teacher Training the 'bar' for standards and quality has been raised significantly.

Inspectors were complimentary about the quality of teaching, learning and assessment and the strength of the Post-Compulsory partnership through the College Network of centres. The lead inspector for PCE described the provision as being "in the Premier League".

Many thanks to everyone who contributed to this result, not only directly by being observed or taking part in focus groups or providing files for inspectors to read, but also through your participation in the general on-going life of the programme which has led Ofsted to recognise its quality.