Craig Hodgson, Principal and Chief Executive of NSCG, said: “I am so pleased that Ofsted Inspectors experienced first-hand what I see from our students, apprentices and staff every single day – a warm and welcoming environment where learners are motivated and enthusiastic and staff demonstrate creativity, energy and passion in all that they do.

Craig added: “The inspection period was an intense week for everyone  involved and we wouldn’t have been able to achieve what we did without our students, apprentices, governors, employers and wider civic partners, who gave us their full support throughout, each playing an important part in the final outcome.

“Finally, a heartfelt thank you to our dedicated and talented staff team for their relentless pursuit of excellence, and for consistently upholding the high standards that make NSCG such a special place to learn and work – I’m delighted that these efforts have once again been recognised by Ofsted.”

Simon Leech, Chair of Governors, NSCG added: “We are thrilled that the hard work of everyone at NSCG has been recognised with such a glowing report from Ofsted. On behalf of the Corporation Board, I would like to thank the learners, apprentices, staff, leaders and stakeholders for their personal  contribution to our Outstanding College.”

Commenting on the result, Adam Jogee MP for Newcastle-under-Lyme and Leigh Ingham MP for Stafford released a joint statement: “We are delighted to learn that Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group has once again been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. This fabulous outcome is a reflection of the college’s unwavering focus on student success and its ability to adapt to the ever-changing needs of the local economy. As MPs for constituencies that are served by NSCG, we are immensely proud to have one of the highest-performing colleges in England in our area, and we look forward to seeing the College continue to thrive and provide exceptional opportunities for generations to come.”

The full NSCG Oftsed report can be viewed HERE