Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group (ENDC)
The guiding principles of the Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group (ENDC) will ensure learners, staff, Devon communities, local skills needs and employer needs are at their core. Maintaining financial stability whilst being consistently outstanding will be overarching aims.
The Group will have a commitment to aspiration for learners through inspirational teaching and learning. With outstanding place-based sixth forms in Barnstaple and Exeter, ensuring a coast-to-coast College Group that can be accessed across Devon, offering an aspirational and inclusive curriculum.
The Group will continue to build partnerships that positively impact students and their community. There will be a co-ordinated Devon-wide Apprenticeship, Adult and Higher Technical offer, partnering local employers, and other stakeholders to deliver education and skills training that is closely aligned with local needs, improving social mobility and economic prosperity.
Exeter College
Exeter College’s vision is to be an exceptional College. Enjoying an excellent regional reputation, it is a thriving and growing tertiary College which places student experience through excellent teaching and learning as its top priorities.
Established in 1970 in its current form, and based in the heart of Exeter, Devon, it serves over 12,500 Learners, employs 1,200 staff and has an annual turnover approaching £75m.
The college has built a reputation for excellence in education, consistently achieving high achievement rates and positive student outcomes. An Ofsted Inspection in 2022 resulted in the College retaining the impressive accolade of Outstanding.
North Devon College
North Devon (formerly Petroc) College’s vision is to inspire ambition through inclusive education, enabling every learner to reach their fullest potential. Its mission goes beyond academic attainment – transforming lives and communities through high-quality learning experiences that equip individuals with the skills and confidence to thrive.
North Devon College is a key regional anchor institution, providing education and skills training aligned to local economic priorities. The North Devon Campus delivers a broad and ambitious curriculum, with strengths in academic, technical and professional programmes. It is a leader in T Level delivery and hosts the region’s University Centre and the South West Institute of Technology (SWIoT).