Waltham Forest College

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London’s No.1 College for 16-18 student achievement 🥇
Ofsted Outstanding | Top 5% nationally for GFE colleges
We empower school leavers & adults with the skills & confidence to succeed in their careers. Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges a

cross the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating. The College has also been recognised as a Sunday Times Best Place to Work, making us one of only two further education colleges in the UK - and the only one in London - to receive this honour. Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.

Welcome back to our Team Forest - Learners!!! 📚⏰🖍Set Goals ~ Stay Focussed ~
01/06/2026

Welcome back to our Team Forest - Learners!!! 📚⏰🖍
Set Goals ~ Stay Focussed ~

28/05/2026

The votes are in and here are your winners!!!

Congratulations to our Red Carpet Competition winners:
🥇 1st Place – Bulgaria
🥈 2nd Place – Bulgaria
🥉 3rd Place – Somalia

Bulgaria dominated the competition this year, coming close to a clean sweep!

Thank you once again to everyone who contributed to making World Culture Day such a memorable and vibrant celebration.

21/05/2026

A continuation of our epic World Culture Day celebrations at Waltham Forest College with the glitter booth Part 2.

20/05/2026

Celebrating the richness of cultures from around the world at our World Culture Day 2026 🌍

From music and dance to traditional dress and cultural showcases, the event brought our college community together to share, learn and celebrate diversity. A huge thank you to everyone who took part and made the day so special ✨

Stay tuned, more to come!

19/05/2026

Sneak peak of World Culture Day 2026 (part 1).

A brilliant spectacle of students and staff representing the many great countries and cultures we are proud to have at Waltham Forest College!

Stay tuned for more images and videos coming later this week!

A strategic partnership between Waltham Forest College, London Borough of Waltham Forest, and the Department for Work an...
12/05/2026

A strategic partnership between Waltham Forest College, London Borough of Waltham Forest, and the Department for Work and Pensions - DWP is helping to build a more inclusive local economy by aligning education, training, and employment support with the evolving needs of residents and employers.

Together, we are focused on creating clearer pathways into sustainable, high-quality careers across growth sectors including digital and technology, green industries, construction, and the experience economy.

Read more: https://www.waltham.ac.uk/news/anchor-institutions-unite-to-strengthen-skills-and-employment-opportunities-for-local-communities



London Gov

Mental Health Awareness Week is here 💚This year’s theme is Take Action.With exams approaching, now’s the time to take sm...
11/05/2026

Mental Health Awareness Week is here 💚
This year’s theme is Take Action.

With exams approaching, now’s the time to take small steps to support your mental health.

📍 Visit BeSafe (Room 224)
📘 Pick up your Exam Anxiety Support Booklet
🤝 Reach out for support if you need it

Every action counts.

07/05/2026

Attend our Open Event on Wednesday 17 June to discover your perfect course, tour our facilities and meet our tutors and students. 🎉

Register now to attend: https://www.waltham.ac.uk/events/june-open-event

⭐️Courses for 16-18 School Leavers:
▪️T Levels
▪️Vocational (BTECs)
▪️Apprenticeships

⭐️Courses for Adults:
▪️Full-time and Part-time
▪️Access to HE
▪️English & Maths
▪️ESOL
▪️Commercial Skills Training

07/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who attended our May Open Event 👏✨

It was great to see so many of you exploring the campus, meeting staff and students, and experiencing what the college has to offer.

Missed out? Don’t worry, registration for our June Open Event is now open! 🎉

Click the link in our bio to secure your place 🔗

Address

Forest Road
London
E174JB

Opening Hours

Monday 8:45am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:45am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:45am - 6pm
Thursday 8:45am - 6pm
Friday 8:45am - 4:45pm

Telephone

+442085018501

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