College joins Staffordshire Institute of Technology
South Staffordshire College has joined the Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Institute of Technology (IoT) alongside Stoke-on-Trent College.
Led by Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG), the Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire IoT aims to meet the skills needs of industry by providing higher-level technical education in areas such as modern methods of construction, advanced engineering, high value manufacturing, digital and health/life sciences.
The Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire IoT operates on a hub and spoke model, with the £22.5 million hub building currently under construction on land off Castle Street, in the heart of the Stafford gateway project.
The impressive scheme will complete in May 2025, ready to welcome learners at the start of the 2025/6 academic year.
South Staffordshire College is one of the bespoke locations alongside Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group, Keele University, Burton and South Derbyshire College, Axia Solutions and Stoke on Trent College.
The operating model allows the Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire IoT to offer a broad range of higher technical courses in convenient locations across the Staffordshire region, whilst also working closely with local businesses to develop bespoke training programs that meet their specific skills needs.
Claire Boliver, chief executive and principal of South Staffordshire College said “We are incredibly proud to be part of the Institute of Technology in Stoke and Staffordshire.
“This partnership not only strengthens our commitment to delivering cutting-edge education and training but also allows us to collaborate with industry leaders to equip our students with the skills needed to thrive in today’s evolving workforce.
“Together, we are shaping the future of innovation and technology in the region.”
Lisa Capper MBE, Principal and CEO of Stoke on Trent College, said “Stoke on Trent College has four specialist Skills Hubs in priority sectors including Construction, Digital and Creative, Health and Social Care and Engineering – alongside our own exceptional facilities, the IoT will further increase the progression opportunities for young adults and those already in skilled occupations to advance their career and contribute to keeping a strong pipeline of skills in the area.
“The collaboration between universities, further education colleges and employer partners is key and together we will make a significant contribution to the changing economic landscape across Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire”.
