We are a large vocational college. From our two sites, we work with many diverse partners, including: schools, universities, trade unions, businesses and a range of public sector organisations.

Awards and accolades

Our reputation for innovation and excellence was formally recognised when we were first awarded Beacon Status in 1999. We now have four Beacon awards. 

We've recently been awarded the Artsmark by Arts Council England. The Artsmark is a national award that accredits quality arts education. It is Arts Council England's flagship programme to enable educational establishments to celebrate and develop high quality arts education. We're also a Founder College of the National Skills Academy Creative & Cultural  giving our drama, technical theatre and music students access to the the best  opportunities the UK creative industries can offer.

We're recognised as one of the most employer-responsive colleges in the country. In December 2007, Lewisham College was one of only three London colleges to be awarded The Training Quality Standard.

Recognised for our highly effective employer responsiveness, the College has also received additional accreditation for vocational excellence in Information and Communication Technologies. We have also been credited as the most successful Employer Training College in their area.

Lewisham College is a Beacon college with a national reputation for innovation and excellence in vocational learning.

We have harnessed our professional expertise to build a creative and dynamic College that specialises in success.

We offer inspiring and challenging courses aimed at ensuring all members of the community are provided with every possible opportunity to succeed.

Our Mission

Creating successful futures.

Our Vision

Lewisham College will enrich our region, providing world class skills and learning.

Our Values

• We will make learning and teaching our first priority
• We will respect people as individuals
• We will offer opportunities for all
• We will be excellent in all we do
• We will work in partnership both inside and outside the college
• We believe in 'ethos into action', 'professional integrity' and 'transparency'
• We will ensure our learners can progress through gateways to their next destination
• We will underpin our work with selflessness and generosity

For further details about the College and details of our key documents please click here. 

For details of our strategic priorities please click here

For further details of our Going for Gold Staff Leaflet please click here.

For details of Lewisham College's Ofsted report please click here.