Barnsley College

Our Vision, Purpose and Values

Our students are at the heart of everything we do. Our outstanding, passionate staff are always striving for excellence and this positive culture has a real impact on the aspirations of our students.

We encourage all our staff and students to dream big and we are proud to say that studying at Barnsley College helps to inspire our learners and transform their lives. Our vision, purpose, values and strategic priorities help to steer the college and ensure that our focus is on helping our students to achieve the very best.

To ensure that all our students:

  • Have a great time
  • Achieve their aims
  • and progress onto work or higher education
  • Our Values
  • Aspirational – courage to shape a better future.
  • Supportive – encouraging, compassionate and understanding.
  • Caring – hearts and minds.
  • Respectful – inclusive.
  • Genuine – be clear, be real.

Our strategic priorities provide a roadmap for us on the journey to achieving our vision of transforming lives. The priorities represent areas where our resources and time will be focused to ensure our students, staff and stakeholders get the best out of Barnsley College.