Nottingham College

What Nottingham College does

Nottingham College is a Further Education institution headquartered in Nottingham, United Kingdom, operating as a statutory corporation under the Further and Higher Education Act 1992 with charitable status. The college delivers vocational training, academic qualifications (A Levels, T Levels, GCSEs), apprenticeships across 12 sectors, university-level programmes (HNC/HND, foundation degrees), and adult learning courses to school leavers (16-18), adult learners (19+), younger students (14-16), and employers. With 1,001-5,000 employees and a self-description as "one of the largest Further Education providers in the United Kingdom," the college operates across 8+ campus locations including City Hub, Adams Building, Basford, Highfields, Ruddington, and High Pavement Sixth Form, supported by community venue partnerships and online learning delivery. The institution reports a 97% student progression rate to employment or further education, holds an Ofsted Good rating, and has invested over £10 million in industry-standard facilities including simulated hospital wards, an airline cabin, a crime scene house, automotive workshops, and an esports centre. The Emtec automotive training division operates with partnerships spanning Aston Martin UK, Hyundai, KGM Motors, Steer Group, Halfords Autocentre, Gemini Accident Repair, and ABL 1Touch.

The college's technology infrastructure comprises standard educational platforms: Microsoft 365 for productivity, Interact (Moodle/Canvas) as the Virtual Learning Environment, EBS for student management and enrollment, OneFile for apprentice e-portfolio management, e-track for progress and attendance monitoring, Craft CMS for web content, and SharePoint-based StudentNet and StaffNet portals. The My Nottingham College mobile application (iOS and Android) provides student-facing access, with Microsoft Authenticator integrated for multi-factor authentication. eduroam federated authentication and UCAS integration support inter-institutional connectivity and university-level applications. Century Tech provides AI-assisted initial learner assessment, and Career Coach (Lightcast) delivers career guidance and labour market information.

The revenue model blends publicly funded ESFA grants for 16-18 provision, tuition fees for 19+ students and university-level programmes (with student finance/loans available), apprenticeship levy income from employer contracts, commercial revenue from public-facing training facilities (Fletchers Dining, Loom Hair and Beauty Salon, Once Upon a Time Nursery, Art Shop), and free courses for jobs under government skills initiatives. Pricing is tiered by student age and funding eligibility, with 16-18 provision typically free. Distribution occurs through direct campus delivery, online learning, community venues, and employer partnership channels. The college markets through its website, Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), open events, newsletters, and the mobile app, targeting prospective students, employers, and the local East Midlands community.

Name

Nottingham College

Legal name

Nottingham College

Website

https://nottinghamcollege.ac.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Nottingham College is one of the largest UK Further Education institutions, delivering vocational training, A Levels, T Levels, apprenticeships, and university-level courses across 8+ Nottingham campuses to 16-18 school leavers, adult learners, and employers, with a 97% student progression rate.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Further Education Services

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Teacher Professional Development & In-Service Training Institutes (EDAHAFAM)

Keywords

• Further education
• Vocational training
• Apprenticeship programmes
• Higher education
• Technical education

Headquarters

HQ city

Nottingham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Nottingham College is a Further Education institution in the UK delivering education and training across multiple levels — school leaver programmes (16-18), A Levels, T Levels, apprenticeships, university-level higher education courses, adult learning (19+) and 14-16 options — alongside commercial services such as an automotive training division (Emtec), a training restaurant, hair salon, nursery, art shop and exam services.

Product overview

Nottingham College is a Further Education institution offering a broad portfolio of vocational and academic educational services across multiple delivery channels: full-time and part-time courses, apprenticeships, university-level programs, and online learning. The college serves students from age 14 through adult learners. Its product ecosystem comprises student-facing digital platforms including My Nottingham College (student portal/app), Interact/Moodle (Virtual Learning Environment), Learner Hub/EBS (student management and enrollment), e-track (progress tracking), OneFile (apprentice e-portfolio), and Career Coach (career guidance). Additional student resources include Century Tech (initial assessments), StudentNet and StaffNet (SharePoint-based portals). The college operates commercial training facilities open to the public including Fletchers Dining (restaurant/theatre), Loom Hair and Beauty Salon, and Once Upon a Time Nursery. Its specialist automotive division, Emtec, provides accredited manufacturer training. A dedicated Exam Services unit serves both enrolled and private candidates.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 16-18 School Leaver Programmes Full-time vocational and academic courses for 16-18 year old school leavers across multiple subject areas; designed for students finishing GCSEs and progressing into further education or employment.
• A Levels Advanced Level academic qualifications for post-16 students preparing for university entry; offered alongside vocational pathways.
• T Levels Two-year technical qualifications combining classroom learning with industry placements, equivalent to three A Levels, aimed at 16-19 year olds entering skilled employment.
• Apprenticeships Work-based training programmes delivered in partnership with employers across multiple sectors, blending on-the-job learning with off-the-job instruction; available to apprentices and offered to levy-paying and non-levy employers.
• University Level Courses (Higher Education) Higher education qualifications (HNCs, HNDs, foundation degrees and top-up degrees) delivered in collaboration with UK universities for students seeking degree-level study locally.
• 14-16 Options Programme Vocational taster programmes for Year 10 and Year 11 students still in school, providing hands-on experience in technical subject areas alongside their GCSEs.
• Adult Learner Courses (19+) Full-time and part-time courses, short courses and free 'courses for jobs' programmes aimed at adult learners seeking retraining, upskilling or career change.
• Emtec Automotive Training Specialist division of Nottingham College delivering automotive training, including electric vehicle and hybrid training, to learners and industry clients.
• Commercial Services (Fletchers Restaurant, Loom Hair Salon, Once Upon a Time Nursery, Art Shop, Exam Services) Public-facing commercial outlets operated as live training environments for students — a training restaurant, hair and beauty salon, childcare nursery, art shop and exam/assessment services — open to customers from the local community.

Quantifiable outcome

• 97% of students progress to employment or further education

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Chery GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 July 2026Partnership with Chery Group, UK's fastest growing automotive brand, to establish professional technical training base. Luke Garratt, UK Technical Training Manager at Chery Group, stated that the partnership provides facilities, experience and educational standards needed to support their UK dealer network. The collaboration aims to create an industry leading training academy.
• Industry Advisory BoardscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultiple Industry Advisory Boards across different sectors bringing together employers to share industry expertise, provide sector insights, and help shape curriculum development. Partners include City & Guilds, East Midlands Chamber, Federation of Small Business, and various regional employers.
• Nottinghamshire PoliceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Nottinghamshire Police for delivery of personal development programmes including Boys Impact Programme, addressing topics such as Violence Against Women and Girls, knife crime awareness, and civic action projects.
• EquationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDomestic abuse charity partnering with the college for personal development programmes including the Boys Impact Programme focusing on healthy relationships and Violence Against Women and Girls prevention.
• Only Notts Recording StudiominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecording studio partnership contributing to the Boys Impact Programme, including anti-knife crime rap recording sessions and creative projects for students.
• Nottingham Trent UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partner involved in the Be the Change VAWG programme, with representatives speaking at celebration events and providing guest speaker contributions.
• The Topaz CentreminorOthersSupport service partner for the Be the Change programme focused on Violence Against Women and Girls, providing guest speakers and information about support services available in the community.
• EmteccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmtec is a specialist and globally renowned provider of automotive education and training, operating as a division of Nottingham College. Has partnerships with major automotive brands including Aston Martin UK, Hyundai, KGM Motors, Steer Group, Halfords Autocentre, Gemini Accident Repair, and ABL 1Touch for automotive apprenticeships and training.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Leeds City College: Leeds City College is a large UK Further Education college offering vocational courses, apprenticeships, A Levels, T Levels, and higher education across multiple campuses. It is directly comparable to Nottingham College in scale, scope, and public funding structure (part of Luminate Education Group).
• The Manchester College: The Manchester College is one of the largest FE colleges in the UK, offering vocational training, apprenticeships, A Levels, and higher education across multiple campuses. It is a near-direct analogue to Nottingham College in size, curriculum breadth, and employer engagement model.
• Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMet): BMet is a Further Education college in the West Midlands offering vocational courses, apprenticeships, higher education, and adult learning programmes. It is comparable to Nottingham College in scale, multi-campus footprint, and industrial curriculum focus.
• London South East Colleges: London South East Colleges is a multi-campus Further Education provider offering vocational training, apprenticeships, and higher education to school leavers and adults. It mirrors Nottingham College's multi-channel delivery, apprenticeship specialisms, and multi-site operating model.
• Bradford College: Bradford College is a UK Further Education institution offering vocational qualifications, T Levels, apprenticeships, and higher education in a single city region. It is structurally comparable to Nottingham College on funding model, course portfolio, and apprenticeship pipeline.
• Hull College: Hull College is a Further Education college delivering vocational training, apprenticeships, A Levels, and higher education to school leavers and adult learners. It is comparable to Nottingham College in scale, learner segments, and public funding exposure.
• South Devon College: South Devon College is a UK FE college with a strong vocational, apprenticeship, and higher education offering across multiple campuses. It is comparable to Nottingham College on curriculum breadth, employer partnerships, and omnichannel delivery.
• New City College: New City College is one of the largest FE college groups in London, offering vocational courses, apprenticeships, A Levels, and higher education across multiple campuses. It is directly comparable to Nottingham College on scale, diversification, and learner segments.

Broad incumbents

• Pearson: Pearson is a global education and qualifications incumbent whose BTEC vocational qualifications underpin much of the UK FE curriculum. It is comparable as a broad incumbent in the same vocational/FE ecosystem, though it operates as a qualification publisher rather than a delivery provider.
• BPP University: BPP University is a UK-based higher and professional education provider offering degrees, apprenticeships, and professional training. It is comparable to Nottingham College's higher education and apprenticeship offerings as a broader private-sector incumbent in the same post-secondary education landscape.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/nottmcollege
• Instagraminstagram.com/nottinghamcollege
• Xx.com/nottmcollege
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nottingham-college

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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