Parents LOVE Warrington & Vale Royal College
At Warrington & Vale Royal College, we know that choosing the right further education provider is one of the most important decisions a parent can help their young person to make. That’s why we recently asked parents of our students to share their honest thoughts about their young person’s experience at our college, and what it’s been like supporting them throughout their journey in further education. Their feedback was clear: parents love Warrington & Vale Royal College. From the supportive atmosphere to the strong progress their children are making, families across the region are seeing the positive impact of learning with us.
Enoch and Georgina
T Level Construction: Design, Surveying & Planning student Enoch chose Warrington & Vale Royal College after hearing about its strong partnerships with major construction employers, which was a key factor for him as he hoped to secure an industry placement with a well‑known company.
His aunt, Georgina, who has been closely supporting him through the process, shares just how impressed she has been with her nephew’s experience.
“It’s a really empowering learning environment,” she says. “The tutors stand out because they’re friendly, they communicate well, and Enoch has benefited so much from the expertise they bring to the classroom."
Ethan and John
For John, the father of Level 1 Motor Vehicle Maintenance student Ethan, the standout feature of Warrington & Vale Royal College has been the balance of high‑quality support and adult responsibility. It’s this combination, he says, that sets the college apart and has had such a positive impact on his son’s experience.
"Ethan made the best decision progressing here from school,” John explains. “He feels like part of a team, is treated like a professional, and is always excited to tell me about his day. As a parent, it’s lovely to see, and it speaks volumes about his wellbeing at the college.”
Isabelle, Jane and Stuart
Jane and Stuart, parents of Level 3 Games Design & Animation student Isabelle, have watched her confidence and personal development grow significantly since joining Warrington & Vale Royal College. Her mum, Jane, says simply:
“Isabelle has blossomed while here.”
With a strong passion for gaming, choosing the college’s Advanced Creative & Digital Skills Academy was an easy decision for Isabelle. The academy’s recent multimillion‑pound investment, alongside its close partnership with international games developer 10:10 Games, gave her immediate access to industry‑grade technology and environments that reflect the world of professional game development.
Cody and Julie
Warrington & Vale Royal College is widely recognised for its outstanding support for students with additional needs. This is reflected in the college’s most recent Ofsted report, which states that “students with high needs thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.”
This experience is echoed by Julie, the mum of Level 1 Personal & Social Development student Cody. She describes the impact of the college’s SEND provision as transformative:
“The college has been amazing in every way. The SEND provision is supportive and encouraging. It’s delivered in a way that really helps to develop independence and confidence, which is exactly what I was hoping Cody would achieve from coming to college.”
Sophie and Lisa
For Lisa, mum of T Level Health: Adult Nursing student Sophie, the highlight of her daughter’s college experience has been seeing just how happy and settled she is.
“Sophie is really comfortable at college. She’s made a lovely group of friends, enjoys her course and feels well supported by her tutors.”
Sophie studies in the college’s state‑of‑the‑art Health & Social Care Academy, where students train in realistic simulation spaces such as a three‑bay hospital ward and an assisted living flat, which is ideal preparation for those aspiring to a career in the rewarding health and social care sector.
As a parent, Lisa has been particularly impressed by the college’s communication and partnership with families, saying, “The move from school to college can be scary for students and for parents, too! I’ve been pleasantly surprised by how well the college works with parents. Communication is really good, and I feel included in the key points of Sophie’s experience.”