A Beacon College of Excellence

In November 2006 Sir John Deane’s was awarded Beacon status by the Learning and Skills Council in association with the Department for Education and Skills.  Beacon status provides public recognition of excellence and innovation in colleges.  This prestigious award celebrates colleges that deliver outstanding teaching and learning and are well led and managed.  Beacon status is a fitting tribute to the hard work and high standards not only of Sir John Deane’s staff but of our students. 

 

 

Sir John Deane’s is committed to ensuring that gifted and talented students are recognised, supported, inspired and challenged to ensure that they maximise their potential and that, as with all our students, their achievements are celebrated. Opportunities for extension and enrichment are built into all our schemes of work.  We also offer a range of College clubs and societies: partnerships with secondary schools; opportunities for trips, visits and performance; master classes; national schemes, competitions and olympiads; visiting experts, specialist speakers and some alternative curriculum. 

 

 

Sir John Deane’s has a longstanding relationship with Oxford and Cambridge, both of whom welcome applications from the College. Our Oxbridge process aims to support suitable applicants and offers thorough preparation and guidance at both the application and interview stages.  For further information, please see the Careers Department.