Abingdon & Witney College

We’re proud to share that Abingdon & Witney College has been recognised as one of the top apprenticeship providers in England following the latest National Achievement Rate Tables (NARTS) for 2024/25! 🏆 5th nationally for overall apprenticeship achievement 🏆 1st nationally for Level 3 apprenticeships 🏆 Construction apprenticeships ranked 2nd nationally 🏆 Business apprenticeships placed within the top 10% nationally The College achieved an overall apprenticeship success rate of 77.4%, significantly above the national average of 65.4%. * A huge congratulations to our apprentices, staff and employer partners on this fantastic achievement. Read all about our success via the link in our bio! *apprenticeship achievement compared against the General FE College (including Tertiary) Category #AbingdonAndWitneyCollege #Apprenticeships #NationalApprenticeshipAchievement #NARTS

Join us for Open Farm Sunday at Common Leys Farm 🚜🐑 Enjoy pony rides, meeting the animals, face painting, vintage tractors, sheep shearing, a plant sale, plus hot food and drinks throughout the day. 🌱🍔 📅 Sunday 7th June | 11:00am – 3:00pm 📍 Common Leys Farm Campus, Hailey, Witney | OX29 9UU 💷 £3 entry per person - no need to pre-book, just turn up #AbingdonAndWitneyCollege #OpenFarm #CommonLeysFarmCampus #FarmDay

Our Performing Arts students have been hard at work bringing 9 to 5: The Musical to life, and we caught up with some of the cast to hear all about their roles, favourite moments, and what audiences can expect from the show 🎭 With catchy songs by Dolly Parton, brilliant performances, and plenty of laughs, this is not one to miss! 🎟️ Limited tickets remaining 📍 Amey Theatre, Abingdon School 📅 Thursday 28th May & Friday 29th May 🕖 7:00pm Book now via the link in our bio or call 01235 849063 before tickets are gone! #AbingdonAndWitneyCollege #9to5Musical #MusicalTheatre #CollegeProduction #AmeyTheatre

Our Level 4 Creative Enterprise students recently pitched their business ideas to an industry panel, showcasing everything from illustration and personalised products to photography, activism, and visual storytelling. We look forward to seeing these ideas continue to grow into real businesses beyond the course, meanwhile you can read all about the students pitches and how the day went via the link in our bio! #AbingdonAndWitneyCollege #CreativeEnterprise #StartYourOwnBusiness #BusinessPitch

Our T-Level Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction students recently had the incredible opportunity to visit the world-famous Stonehenge alongside placement partner @beard.construct . During the visit, students took part in interactive activities with English Heritage, exploring the history of one of the UK’s most iconic landmarks and discovering more about traditional construction methods from the era. They also enjoyed a behind-the-scenes site tour with Beard Construction, where work is currently underway on a new accessible learning centre. The experience gave students valuable insight into the role of construction within heritage settings, while also showcasing how traditional craftsmanship and modern building techniques can work side by side. Seeing skilled craftspeople using historic methods in such a unique environment was both inspiring and educational for everyone involved. A huge thank you to @beard.construct and @englishheritage for supporting such a memorable and enriching experience for our students. #AbingdonAndWitneyCollege #TLevels #Stonehenge #EnglishHeritage #BeardConstruction

The Construction Skills Competition Trade Event gave staff, employers and apprentices a chance to reflect on why industry‑focused competitions matter. Staff highlighted how events like this help bridge the gap between training and real‑world expectations, giving learners the confidence to perform under pressure. Employers spoke about the importance of seeing emerging talent in action and the value of early engagement with the future workforce. Apprentices described the experience as challenging, motivating and a real insight into what industry demands. Together, their perspectives reinforced one message: hands‑on, employer‑connected experiences are essential for developing skilled, work‑ready professionals. We spoke to Mark French, Head of Bicester Construction Skills Centre, Scott Gray, Vice Principal for Curriculum & Quality, Rick Henstridge, Construction Manager at Henstridge Construction, and three Site Carpentry Apprentices to capture their insights on the day. To find out more about the event, click the link in our bio and read the article on our website. #AbingdonAndWitneyCollege #ConstructionSkills #Apprenticeships #ConstructionTraining #SkillsCompetition

Learners across Abingdon, Bicester and Witney participated in our first-ever Construction Skills Competition Trade Event 2026, showcasing technical skill and professionalism across Electrical Installation, Plumbing, Carpentry and T Level Design, Surveying & Planning. Staff, employers and industry partners joined forces to support the day, offering judging, sponsorship, prizes to the winners and runners up and some invaluable industry insight. From complex copper pipework to precision carpentry and electrical installations, our learners rose to the challenge and demonstrated the future of the construction workforce. A huge congratulations to all winners, runners‑up and participants and a big thank you to all of our sponsors and special guests on the day, read the full article to find out all about the day! #AbingdonAndWitneyCollege #ConstructionSkills #Apprenticeships #ConstructionTraining #skillscompetition

Take the next step in your football and academic journey with Oxford United and Abingdon & Witney College ⚽️ We’re hosting open training sessions for our Advanced Football Programme, open to male and female players aged 16–18. Train at Oxford United’s Bangkok Glass Training Complex, develop under UEFA‑B qualified coaches, and study full‑time at Abingdon & Witney College. 📅 27th May | 12:00pm – 2:30pm 📍 Oxford United’s Bangkok Glass Training Complex, Oxford, OX4 2RY Apply through the link in our bio to secure your place! #AbingdonAndWitneyCollege #OxfordUnitedInTheCommunity #OUFC #FootballTrials #OUFCTrials

Staff from across all campuses came together for our latest College Development Day, exploring how digital tools can enhance teaching and learning, not replace it. From AI and data skills to VR and inclusive technologies, the day was all about building confidence and embracing new possibilities at every level. As Principal Jacqui Canton shared, "it’s about investing in people so everyone can stay curious and develop the digital skills that work for them." 👉 Read the full story on our website by clicking the link in our bio! #AbingdonAndWitneyCollege #DigitalSkills #FurtherEducation #EdTech #ProfessionalDevelopment #LifelongLearning

Come and see what Abingdon & Witney College can offer you at one of our Open Days! Explore our campuses, check out industry-standard facilities, chat with expert tutors and get a real feel for college life. Whether you’re set on your future or still figuring it out, we’re here to help you find the right path. 📍 Meet your future tutors 📍 Discover courses, T-Levels & apprenticeships 📍 Get advice from our careers team 📍 Take a look around and picture yourself here Join us and book your place now via the link in our bio! #AbingdonAndWitneyCollege #OpenDay #SchoolLeavers #CollegeOpenDay

What a day 🌞 Our 2026 Student Conference brought together students from across all campuses for a full day of confidence‑building, skill‑sharpening and future‑shaping. From @loudspeakerlive high‑energy workshops to our interactive feedback carousel, students explored their goals, challenged themselves and discovered new pathways for their future! Read the full article about the day via the link in our bio ☺️ #abingdonandwitneycollege #loudspeakerlive #studentconference

A behind-the-scenes look at our Abingdon Media T-Level first years in action 🎬 Last Friday, students headed out to Dropshort Farm in Drayton, transforming it into a live filming location as part of an exciting real-world project. Working alongside Thames Valley Police and the National Farmers’ Union, they’re creating a series of videos focused on rural crime prevention. From planning to shooting to helping raise awareness and support local farming communities while building industry-ready skills. #AbingdonAndWitneyCollege #TLevel #MediaStudents #BehindTheScenes #TLevelMedia