South

Call us now: 08000 380 123

  • About
  • Events
  • News
  • Store
  • Applicant Login
  • Careers
  • Search
South
  • Courses
    • 16-18
    • Apprenticeships
    • Adult Learning
    • High School
    • Sixth Form
    • Supported Internships
    • SEND – Learning Opportunities
    • University Centre
    • Subject Areas
  • Student Life
    • Facilities
    • Sustainability
    • Financial Support
    • Travel Support
    • Gym Membership
  • Employers
    • Employ an Apprentice
    • Apprenticeship Funding
    • South Devon Business Partners
    • Employer Resources
    • Commercial Services
    • Corporate Wellbeing Programme
    • Meet the Team
  • Help and Advice
    • Support for you
    • Wellbeing Support for You
    • Course listing
    • How to Apply
    • About us
    • Parents and Carers
    • Careers and Employability Centre
    • Financial Support
    • Reporting Absence
    • Term Dates and Calendars
    • Contact us
  • How to apply
Call us
  • How to apply
Search
  • Awards and Successes

Home » About us » Awards and Successes
Green Gown Award: Sustainability Institution of the Year  In 2024, we won the prestigious Green Gown Award: Sustainability Institution of the Year – recognised for our “unbroken green thread”- our ambitious sustainability strategy that has woven sustainability into the hearts, minds and actions of learners and staff.
Beacon Award: Support for StudentsIn 2022, we were recognised for being successful in supporting student carers to access and remain in high quality education to enable them to realise their potential.Beacon Award: Education for Sustainable Development

In 2022, we were recognised for how we embed sustainable practice into our curriculum so students can take this approach into their careers.

TEF GoldIn 2023, South Devon University Centre has been re-accredited with the highest rating of ‘Gold’ under the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), a system for recognising excellent teaching and learning in higher education.
City & Guilds EPA Excellence AwardIn 2022, we were recognised for delivering high quality end-point assessments for apprenticeships.
GatsbyIn 2022, South Devon College achieved 100% across all eight benchmarks, which are a framework for excellent career guidance.
AAC Outstanding Contribution to the Development of ApprenticeshipsWe were nationally recognised for this award at the FE Week AAC Apprenticeship Awards 2020.
Devon and Plymouth Chamber of Commerce AwardThe Devon and Plymouth Chamber of Commerce awarded us Workplace Wellbeing Award in 2020.
Devon Business AwardsSouth Devon College won the ‘Planet Saver’ award from Devon Chamber of Commerce, as part of the annual 2025 Devon Business Awards.The ‘Planet Saver’ award, in partnership with GA Solicitors, recognises organisations with sustainability at the heart of their business. According to the Chamber “the College is fully committed to sustainable best practice and making the world a better and safer place”.
Following the success of winning the prestigious Green Gown Award for UK Sustainability Institution of the Year in 2024, South Devon College has now been selected as a finalist for International Sustainability Institution of the Year 2025!The College is up against five universities from Italy, Morocco, Malaysia and Australia in the category finals.

The Green Gown Awards are delivered by the Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges (EAUC) and recognise the exceptional sustainability initiatives being taken by universities and colleges across the world.

Employer-engagement-signature-image TES Employer Engagement AwardSouth Devon College has a long and successful track record of developing curricula in partnership with local employers. In South Devon and Torbay, there is a growing hi-tech sector, with a cluster of businesses employing more than 1,000 people. South Devon College’s hi-tech and digital department is seen as a hub of innovation, supporting businesses with a host of new ideas and developments.
 
IIC Logo New Investor in Careers accreditation The College received the accreditation as a result of their exemplary careers education, information, advice and guidance. The quality standard was awarded following rigorous assessment.The Investor in Careers quality standard is a framework that assesses the management of careers education and support. This relates directly to students’ awareness of career opportunities, as well as supporting them in achieving their goals and encouraging their career aspirations.

In this section

  • Home
  • Subject Areas
  • Support for you
    • Adult Students (19+)
    • Care Experienced Young People
    • Financial Support
    • Helpzone
    • How to apply
    • Learning Support and SEND
    • Levels and qualifications explained
    • Parents and Carers
    • Parking and Permits
    • Travel Support
    • Wellbeing Support for You
  • About us
    • Awards and Successes
    • Doing Business with South Devon College
    • Download our Prospectus
    • Equality and Diversity
      • Accessibility Statement
    • Elective Home Educated Scheme
    • Facilities
      • Hi Tech & Digital Centre
      • Catering and Retail Services
      • Creations Dog Grooming
      • Library
    • Getting Social
    • Governance
      • Governing Body Structure
      • Meet the Governors
      • Becoming a Governor
        • Governor Vacancy (Voluntary Role)
      • Annual Accounts
      • Statutory Information
    • Careers and Employability Centre
    • Our Learning Culture
    • Policies and Downloads
    • Projects and Partnerships
      • International Student Exchange
      • UKSPF Green Skills and Sector Pathway Programmes
    • Safeguarding
    • Sustainability
    • Term Dates and Calendars
  • Adult Learning
    • AAT Courses – Approved Training Provider
    • ACS Courses for Plumbers
    • Automotive Commercial Courses
    • Book your Free Adult Learning Advice and Guidance 1:1 Session
    • Counselling Courses
    • Essential Skills
    • Free courses for adults
    • Photonics and microelectronics distance learning courses
    • RYA Courses
    • Seafish Commercial Courses
    • Access to Higher Education
    • Child in Need Workforce Training (Level 4)
    • Support
    • What level should I be studying?
    • South Devon College Fitness Instructor Academy
    • Adult Personal Development Guide 
  • Apprenticeships
    • Apprenticeship Job Vacancies across Devon
    • Apprenticeship Levy Information
    • Apprenticeship Standards and Trailblazer Groups
    • Become an Apprentice
    • Employ an Apprentice
    • Higher and Degree Apprenticeships
    • Parent Information
  • Campus Locations
  • College
    • T Levels For Students
    • After School Clubs
    • Application to Enrolment Journey
    • South Devon College Marine Academy
    • Sixth Form at South Devon College
      • Choosing your A Levels
    • SEND – Learning Opportunities
  • Employers
    • Apprenticeship Funding
    • Employer Resources
    • Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP)
    • Management and Leadership Excellence – Free Short Courses
    • Meet the Team
    • South Devon Business Partners
    • Supported Internships – Information for Employers
    • T Levels For Employers
      • Digital Production, Design and Development
  • Contact us
  • High School
    • Careers Programme
    • Contact Us
    • Catering
    • Events
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • High School Curriculum
    • How to Apply to South Devon High School
    • South Devon High School Key dates for Academic Year
    • Leadership and Staff
    • Parent Feedback
    • South Devon High School Policies and Downloads
    • Pupil Premium
    • Reporting Absence at South Devon High School
    • Support for Pupils
    • South Devon High School – School Day
    • SDHS Bursary and Transport 25/26 Applications are now open!
    • Uniform and Travel Passes
    • Why choose South Devon High School
  • Horizons Restaurant
  • Inspirations Salon
  • Careers
    • Supported Internships
    • Current Vacancies
    • The Benefits of Working at South Devon College
  • Online and Distance Learning
  • Our Alumni
  • Reporting Absence
  • Student Life
    • Speak Up – report bullying, abuse, harm or hate
  • University
    • 5 Reasons to Study at UCSD
    • Consumer rights for UCSD students
    • Entry Requirements
    • Facilities
    • Funding and Fees
    • Graduation FAQs
    • How To Apply
    • Information for Students
    • Our Partnership with the University of Plymouth
    • Patient, Carer and Service Users Advisory Group
    • The Student Voice
    • University Accommodation
    • Your Qualification Explained
  • Meet our Careers Guidance Team
  • Commercial Lettings, Room Hire and Advertising Opportunities
South Devon College
Call us today: 08000 380 123

We are the first choice for further education and training in Torbay, South Devon and the wider community.

Instagram logo on purple background

  • High School
  • 16-18
  • University
  • Apprenticeships
  • Adult Learning
  • Employers
  • Course Listing
  • Campus Life
  • Parents and Carers
  • Help and Advice
  • News
  • Events
  • Get in Touch
  • About Us
  • Careers
  • Online Store
  • Student Login
  • Parent / Carer Login
  • Staff Login
  • Governor Login
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility
  • Governance
  • Modern Slavery Statement

© Copyright 2024 South Devon College.

Website by British Software Development and Wall To Wall Sunshine.

Matrix accredited logo