New College Durham

We are delighted that New College Durham has been graded as outstanding by Ofsted. Plus, our excellence and innovation has been recognised by the awarding of the Learning and Skills Improvement Service (LSIS) Beacon Status.

Our overall success rate places us in the top 10% of all colleges nationally for performance.  Not only that, but our student achievements and retention rates are among the best in the country!

Our support for students both inside and outside of the classroom is also one of our key strengths with 94% of students, who join a course at the College, completing their studies, which is 5% above the national average.

We are an outstanding college in so many ways. These are just some of our key strengths:

• Outstanding success rates on most provision types, including Apprenticeships and Functional Skills
• A history of sustained outstanding performance at most lengths, levels and age groups
• Outstanding support for learners
• Strong emphasis on teaching and learning leading to excellent outcomes
• Strong strategic leadership and performance management which promotes high achievement for all
• Ethos of continuous improvement and mutual respect for all
• Significant contribution to social inclusion
• Outstanding and well maintained learning environment.

The Campus

Our £35 million campus offers an impressive range of buildings, facilities and resources to give you a modern and stimulating learning environment, complemented by the most up to date learning materials, IT facilities and resources. 

There are plenty of places to eat, including the food court and Sports Café, with an on-site Starbucks and Costa Coffee. For something a bit different you can visit the Le Nouveau Restaurant where our catering students provide a wide range of delicious meals. Students can also visit the POD shop for everything from sandwiches and tea, to soft drinks and chocolate bars.

We provide services for students and the general public alike. Halo, our hair and beauty salon offers everything from hair cuts to fake tans. Musicians can take full advantage of our recording studios and rehearsal rooms, whereas fitness fans will enjoy the Steps2Fitness gym which houses all the latest cardio and weight machines.

Achievements and Success

We have continually improved on our high academic standards and our student achievements rank with the best in the country.

Corporation and Structure

The Corporation of New College Durham is made up of members from the business and local community, local authorities, stakeholders, partners, staff and students.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide outstanding learning and training for individuals, business and the community.

College History

New College Durham was formed in 1977 from the merger of Neville’s Cross College and Durham Technical College.

A Safe College

Your health and safety is our top priority, we always want you to feel and be safe in college.