Welcome to Halesowen College

We offer exceptional support and opportunities for students making the transition from school to higher education or the career of their choice.

Our convenient location benefits from extensive travel networks, so you can get to College and return home with ease.

Some of the reasons for Halesowen College being the most popular choice for 16-19 year olds in the region include:

Performance

• The College appears consistently in the top 10% of colleges for examination performance.
• Our last Ofsted Inspection reported many strengths, including good academic support, leadership and the fact that all students are valued.

Facilities

• Each year, facilities are improved within a high-tech environment.
• 2007 saw the final phase of development for the Shenstone House complex, enhancing the specialised hair and beauty facilities and Childcare centre.
• Plans are in place for extensive campus redevelopment with the first phase due for completion in September 2009. More details >

Values

• All students are treated as individuals for achieving their potential and gaining a sound foundation for the future.
• At the centre of the College mission are six key values:
  • commitment
  • learning
  • partnership
  • respect
  • standards
  • trust
• Halesowen College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and works in partnership with other agencies when there are concerns about a child’s welfare.

Opportunities

• The College offers the broadest range of provision in the region with over 40 AS/A Level subjects and 70 vocational programmes, including work based learning.
• An extensive range of options enriches our students’ learning. This includes the new Collegiate programme provided for gifted and talented young people aspiring for higher education.