The college is conveniently situated in the city of Exeter. It has spacious accommodation and in near to the University School of Education. Tuition is given in small groups of just four students, on average, or individually. All tutors are highly qualified with extensive experience and chosen also for their skill in communicating with young people.
Any 'A' or 'AS' level subject may be taken over one year or two years. The College has well-established 're-take' courses, one term or one year; a student could expect to improve 3 to 4 grades overall in a term, that is, seven points. The College has achieved a 100% success rate for all students seeking admission to universities and other higher education, each year since 1984. Easter Revision courses are offered.
A small number of 14/15 year old students can be admitted. Any GCSE coursework may be transferred from another school or completed at the college. In 1993 the college achieved an 'A' level pass rate of 75% at Grades A, B, C with 20% at Grade A, this has been matched in subsequent years.
The college has recently been admitted to membership (candidate) of C.I.F.E., the Confederation of Independent Colleges of Further Education. It is also accredited by B.A.C., the British Accreditation Council.
The college is a recognised centre for all national examination boards. All students are counselled carefully before they submit applications to UCAS, both on careers and courses. Regular progress records are sent to parents or guardians, and there are open evenings. The Principal may be contacted at any time. Accommodation is available in the college student house, or with a professional family.
The college was ranked 4th in the Sunday Telegraph National Colleges' Survey, March 1994. Fees are unchanged 1991-94.
