About Education Partnership North East
Education Partnership North East (EPNE) is a dynamic partnership between Sunderland College, Hartlepool Sixth Form and Northumberland College.
It is one of the largest college groups in the country with campuses across the North East region from Berwick-upon-Tweed to the Tees Valley.
We are the top performing college group in the North East and rated Outstanding by Ofsted, highlighting our remarkable journey.
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Leading the way
The college group is a leading education provider with a vision of excellence and a reputation for success. It delivers high-quality professional, academic and technical education and training including further education, adult education, apprenticeship provision, higher education and specialist provision for students with special education needs and disabilities.
EPNE news
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The updated Gatsby Benchmarks to be implemented in colleges
April 3, 2025
All school engagement activities across EPNE’s colleges are aligned to Gatsby Good Careers Benchmarks.
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Education Partnership North East Signs Unison Anti-Racism Charter
April 3, 2025
EPNE has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering a culture of inclusivity, equity, and respect in a signing of the Unison Anti-Racism Charter.
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EPNE tops regional achievement tables for third successive year
March 31, 2025
EPNE has been named the region’s top performing college group for 16-18 student achievement for the third year running.