Andover College

13/08/2026

Celebrating Success – Results Day 2026 🎉

From A Levels to T Levels and BTECs, our students have achieved incredible things this year – and we couldn’t be prouder! 💛

Results Day was filled with smiles, celebrations, and stories of hard work paying off. Whether heading to university, starting an apprenticeship, or stepping into a career, our Class of 2026 is ready for the future.

Read all about their amazing achievements here 👉 www.andover.ac.uk/news/results-day-2026/

13/08/2026

Wishing the very best of luck to everyone collecting their A Level, T Level and Extended Diploma results today! 🍀

Today marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. Whether you've achieved exactly what you hoped for or your plans need a slight rethink, there are always options available an we are ready to help.

12/08/2026

Good luck! 🤗

Tomorrow, Thursday 13 August, you'll receive your results after all the hard work and dedication you've shown during your time at Andover College.

Join us tomorrow between 9:00am and 12:00pm to collect your results!

📍 Business Hub (outside the Sixth Form Centre)
🗓️ Thursday 13 August
🕒 9:00am - 12:00pm

We can't wait to celebrate your achievements with you. See you tomorrow! 🎉✨

02/07/2026

We were honoured to attend the South East Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Awards held in the beautiful grounds of Admiralty House at HM Naval Base Portsmouth on Wednesday 1 July.

Representing Sparsholt College Group, Principal and CEO, Julie Milburn and Andover College Assistant Principal (Sixth Form), Nikki Yates were proud to join fellow organisations in celebrating employers who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community through the Armed Forces Covenant to accept our Silver Award.

Congratulations to all the deserving Award recipients. It was a privilege to be part of such a special event, recognising the positive impact that employers across the South East continue to make for serving personnel, reservists, veterans, military families, and cadet force adult volunteers.

Read more about our award here: https://bit.ly/4vflPOr

24/06/2026

Sparsholt College Group's Initial Teacher Education (ITE) provision has been recognised by Ofsted for its supportive culture, ambitious curriculum and commitment to developing confident, skilled teaching professionals. 🙌

Inspectors highlighted our inclusive approach, noting that trainees are "known, valued and supported" throughout their journey. The report also praised our experienced teaching team, strong mentoring, focus on wellbeing and safeguarding, and the high-quality training that prepares future educators for successful careers in the further education sector.

Rob Price, Director of Learning and Quality, said: "We are proud that Ofsted recognised the effectiveness of our Initial Teacher Education provision and validated the inclusive teaching, mentoring and support practices that help staff thrive early in their careers."

Thank you to our dedicated staff, mentors and trainees who make this success possible and continue to inspire the next generation of educators.

Read the story in full here:

The inspection confirmed that all compliance requirements, including safeguarding, were met and identified inclusion as a particular strength

22/06/2026

Move to Online Learning Wednesday 24th-Thursday 25th June

Due to the red weather warning declared by the Met Office for Andover this week, the College has reluctantly taken the decision to move learning online for Wednesday and Thursday.

This decision has been made to help keep students and staff safe during the period of exceptional heat and humidity forecast. We know this may be frustrating and that some of you will have planned to be on site this week, but your safety and wellbeing must remain our first priority.

Your teachers will let you know what you need to do for each lesson, including any online sessions, independent study tasks or work to complete. Please check your College email and Teams regularly and make sure you engage with the learning that has been set for you each day.

Please come in tomorrow for the UCAS event and early enrolment alongside any lessons which will continue. If you have a scheduled assessment tomorrow, Tuesday 23rd June, you should come into College as normal for that assessment.

Thank you for your understanding and for continuing to engage positively with your learning during this temporary move online.

22/06/2026

Due to the Met Office red weather alert issued for Andover, the College has reluctantly taken the decision to postpone the Applicant Welcome Day which was scheduled to take place this Wednesday 24th June.

📅The new date for Applicant Welcome Day is Tuesday 7th July.

This has not been an easy decision. However, we cannot be certain that we would be able to keep all visitors, students and staff safe on the day. The safety and wellbeing of our College community must remain our first priority, and we believe that postponing this event is the only responsible course of action in the circumstances.

We are very sorry to have to postpone the event, as it is undoubtedly one of our favourite occasions in the College calendar. Applicant Welcome Day is a wonderful opportunity for prospective students to meet their peers, connect with future tutors, and gain a true sense of what college life is like.

Any additional details will be shared with applicants as soon as possible this week.

18/06/2026

We’re proud to announce that Sparsholt College Group has been awarded the prestigious Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award, recognising our ongoing commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community. 🥈🎉

Presented by the Ministry of Defence, the Silver Award acknowledges organisations that go beyond their Armed Forces Covenant commitments to actively support reservists, veterans, cadet force adult volunteers, military families and service children.

As one of just 34 organisations across the South East to receive this recognition, we are honoured to be recognised for creating an inclusive, supportive environment where members of the Armed Forces community can thrive in both education and employment.

This achievement reflects the dedication of our staff across Sparsholt College and Andover College, and our commitment to ensuring military personnel, reservists, veterans, service children and their families feel valued, understood and supported.

A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed to this important work. We look forward to officially accepting the award at the presentation ceremony in July.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4xDnL4Z

16/06/2026

We're pleased to share that Julie Milburn, Principal and CEO of Sparsholt College Group, has been appointed Chair of the Hampshire Skills Partnership.

The Partnership brings together education providers, businesses and local authorities to help shape the skills agenda across Hampshire, ensuring employers have access to the talent they need while creating opportunities for residents to develop the skills required for future success.

Julie takes on the role following Professor Sarah Greer CBE, building on the strong foundations established since the Partnership's launch in 2024.

Julie said: "The Hampshire Skills Partnership has an important role to play in shaping the future workforce, supporting employers and creating opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to develop the skills they need to succeed."

Read more: https://www.hants.gov.uk/News/200260616HSPNewChair

10/06/2026

💙 Miles of Memories raises over £345 for Simon Says 💙

Students and staff across Andover and Sparsholt College campuses recently came together to honour loved ones, celebrate cherished memories and raise vital funds for bereavement support charity Simon Says Child Bereavement Support

As part of our journey towards becoming a Champion College for Simon Says, we hosted Miles of Memories – a special fundraising event that invited participants to cycle a symbolic mile in memory of someone they had lost.

Those taking part wore a star bearing the name of their loved one before adding it to our beautiful Sky Full of Stars display. The result was a touching tribute that celebrated the lives of those no longer with us and reflected the kindness and compassion of our college community.

Liz Wilson, Director of Inclusion and Student Experience, said:

"Miles of Memories provided a meaningful opportunity for our college community to come together, remember those we have lost and support an important local charity. Bereavement affects many of our learners, and the event highlighted the importance of ensuring that young people have access to the support they need."

Thanks to the generosity of our students, staff and supporters, we have raised an amazing £345.05 and counting across both campuses.

A huge thank you to everyone who cycled, donated and shared their memories. Every mile, every star and every donation will help Simon Says continue providing vital support to children, young people and families across Hampshire.