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New Directions College - Build your future here

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In our 65th year of delivery, we have produced this short video to show you what it is like to be a learner at New Directions College.

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Learner Satisfaction Survey – Live!

We are seeking feedback from our learners in our latest Satisfaction Survey. All learners who complete the survey before the 1st March 24 will be

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5
reasons to Choose New Directions College

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A Reading based Adult & Community College, offering a variety of courses, flexible timetables, classroom delivery and online learning.

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Meet new people, make friends and learn with other adults in a professional and relaxed environment.

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Learn at a College where teaching adults is our specialism and you receive the support to reach your full potential.

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The majority of our courses are free to study, or are discounted depending on your personal circumstances.

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We offer a range of support that includes learning and financial support, help with the cost of childcare and access to ICT kit and equipment.

What our Students Say

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“I really enjoyed the course Holly was kind, patient, engaging and thorough. Really appreciate the creche facilities and cannot stress highly enough that without that help and funding I would not have been able to study the course to help me change careers. Holly has been quick with feedback, encouraging and gave good constructive feedback on how to improve the work. I will miss coming to her classes and really appreciate the extra help that new Directions College has delivered in enabling parents to be able to study and help with the financial burden.” Learner, L1 Childcare

Early years | 2023

A Message from the Principal

We welcome your views about our courses, our learning venues and the support we provide.

150

Courses delivered each year

2000+

Learners reached annually

8

Delivery Locations

94.7%

Of our Learners would recommend us

5

Stages in Qualification Levels (Entry, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 & Level 5)

100%

Funding available on selected courses