Association of Colleges (AoC)

“Studying abroad is a life-changing experience that opens doors to incredible opportunities,” says Paulina Romo, SEO Manager at Keystone Sports, in our latest blog on sports scholarships abroad. Read the full blog here: aoc.co.uk/news-campaigns…

How can FE colleges better support disengaged learners? In our recent blog, Ellisha Soanes explores why moving beyond traditional classroom models and working with industry, communities, and alternative learning environments is key. Read the full blog: aoc.co.uk/news-campaigns…

Colleges are the first choice for 39% of SME leaders when upskilling staff. The role colleges play in offering accessible adult education is currently being explored in an APPG inquiry. You can contribute to this inquiry here: Get involved: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/aoc/appg-inq…

This #StressAwarenessMonth2026, we highlight our Mental Health Charter, which has laid a strong foundation to ensure well-being and mental health are priority issues for leaders and governors in colleges. Learn more about our charter: aoc.co.uk/corporate-serv…

Do you have an experience, research finding, or perspective that could help shape thinking in FE? We’re looking for contributors who can add practical insight, challenge conventional thinking, or inspire action. Email julia.belgutay@aoc.co.uk to share your ideas.

“Don’t adopt AI for its own sake; look at where it will help your college solve problems, reduce workload and improve customer service,” says Carol Thomas, Principal and CEO of @coventrycollege in our recent blog. Read the full blog here: aoc.co.uk/news-campaigns…

"Young people do not stop deserving good quality estates when they leave school and go to college, so it is good news that there is now a much stronger steer towards colleges being included in capital spending plans," says @AoCDavidH. Read the article: aoc.co.uk/news-campaigns…

"Colleges don’t have the capacity to take on all of the people who want to do construction and we know the industry is crying out for people,” says @AoCDavidH, AoC Chief Executive, in @FinancialTimes new article. Read here: ft.com/content/cba1f2…

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71% of SME leaders say colleges are vital for training. The first session of the APPG inquiry explored how adult education drives productivity. Our #AdultLearningPays campaign makes the case for investment in adult education. Get involved: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/aoc/appg-inq…

.@NottmCollege is transforming lives through its ESOL+ programme, helping adult learners gain skills, confidence, and clear pathways into further education and employment. Read the full case study: pulse.ly/gyzl97ypum #AdultLearningPays

Racheal Burns shares her journey back to education at 40, studying fitness, health and personal training at @TheMcrCollege, building skills for a future in sport and science. #AdultLearningPays Watch Racheal's inspiring journey now: youtu.be/zW7p5EquXPA

There’s still time to contribute to the APPG inquiry into adult education. We are seeking insights from across the sector to ensure recommendations reflect real learner and provider experience. Submit your evidence: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/aoc/appg-inq…

People and personal skills make up 66% of skills‑shortage vacancies and 45% relate to time management. As we explore adult education’s role in meeting labour market needs, please submit your evidence for the inquiry: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/aoc/appg-inq…

Join our team as an HR Officer on a fixed-term basis, working within a high-performing HR team. Applications close on 6 April. Apply now: …ciationofcolleges.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/…

In our recent blog, Darren Brookfield from @pearson explains how current qualification reforms, workforce data, and collaboration with industry bodies are creating a major opportunity to redesign sport and physical activity education. Read here: aoc.co.uk/news-campaigns…

“The real danger isn’t AI itself - it’s surrendering our judgment and expertise, letting technology define how we teach,” says Jamie Pearson, Senior Lecturer in Education at @Darlingtonfe and Research Further Scholar. Read the full blog: aoc.co.uk/news-campaigns…

“Education should not be confined to four walls or one-size-fits-all assessment methods,” says Ellisha Soanes, educational consultant and CEO of Holistic Wellness Centre, in our recent blog. Read the full blog here: aoc.co.uk/news-campaigns…

Our awareness calendar brings together campaign details and free resources to help colleges get involved in #StressAwarenessMonth2026. Access free resources: aoc.co.uk/corporate-serv…