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It has never been more important to plan for the future, we want to help you get back on track as quickly as possible so we have introduced a new range of adult learning courses which will support you to achieve new goals. Courses start in April,...

We were deeply saddened by the news of the death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.There is a national online book of condolence on the Royal Family website for anyone wishing to leave a tribute.  In accordance w...

We would like to thank all staff and students for engaging in the asymptomatic testing programme on their return to College. It is essential that this vital contribution to restrict the spread of Covid-19 continues during the Easter holiday peri...

UPDATE: Tuesday 23 March 2021, 09:45Autumn GCSE and A Level exam series 2021Ofqual has launched a new consultation (17 March 2021) on how an autumn exam series for GCSEs, AS and A levels should run this year (Autumn 2021)More information ...

Thursday 4 March, 16:10Dear Parents/Carers and StudentsRETURN TO COLLEGEFollowing the most recent government guidance, we are delighted to begin a phased return to face to face learning from the week commencing 8 March.  We will be t...

New co-operative relationship agreed to support Redhill and Croydon students into successful careers Orbital South Colleges, formed of East Surrey College ((ESC) Redhill) and John Ruskin College ((JRC) South Croydon) are delighted to be work...

It’s the final day of NAW 2021, and we’ve had a busy week here at JRC! Don’t forget you can still find out about Apprenticeships and a apply for a programme, whether that’s in Croydon, London or elsewhere. Visit our Apprentice...

Are you looking at different post-16 options? This week is National Apprenticeship Week, showcasing this pathway available to school leavers! An Apprenticeship is the best way to earn whilst you learn, combining a qualification course at JRC with on-...

We’re halfway through National Apprenticeship Week, and here at JRC we’ve loved hearing from our Apprentices today!Q: What is your favourite element of your Apprenticeship?“Doing an Apprenticeship has made me feel valued and...

Our Spring Term edition of the Student Newsletter is out now! Click here to view the latest news, events and stories online....

It’s the second day of National Apprenticeship Week, and we've enjoyed hearing more about Apprenticeships, with the help of our employers and Apprentices!We kicked off with a virtual visit from Mott MacDonald, as Head of Apprenticeships...

Welcome to National Apprenticeship Week 2021! Here at JRC we’re going to be celebrating everything to do with Apprenticeships, in Croydon and beyond. We’re going to be hearing from some of our own Apprentices as well as some of our virtua...

We are delighted to announce that John Ruskin College and East Surrey College have both been awarded the Mayor’s Construction Academy (MCA) Quality Mark. This Mark identifies and recognises high-quality construction skills training providers in...

We are delighted to introduce our NEW fantastic video and audio chats with the JRC team, available at a time that suits you! Talk with our specialist tutors or support teams to discuss what September 2021 holds for you.Whatever stage you&rsq...

We have been notified by Pearson, the Awarding Body for BTEC qualifications, that a decision has now been taken by the Department of Education and the Regulator, Ofqual, to cancel the Summer 2021 BTEC exam series due to be held in May and June.Th...