RNN Group Strategic Vision 2025-2030
RNN Group formally launches its new Strategic Plan 2025 – 2030 today Wednesday 22nd October during its All Staff Development Day following on from the success of its last Strategic Plan spanning 2022-2025.
The RNN Group (comprising of Rotherham College, North Notts College, Dearne Valley College and University Centre Rotherham) is a leading provider of education and training, serving thousands of employers, adults, school leavers annually playing a vital role within its communities.
Building on the solid foundation established in the 2022-2025 strategic plan, this plan outlines the RNN Group’s ambitious vision for 2025-2030, addressing key challenges and opportunities within the evolving Further Education and skills landscape.
It has gone from strength to strength in the last few years since achieving Ofsted ‘Good’ in 2022. It has been transformed from a £36 million business to a £50 million a year business with school leaver student numbers growing by nearly 2,000 in that time across the Group. This year we are bucking the national trend to see our Higher Education numbers at University Centre Rotherham and its associated campuses grow by 40% on last year.
The Group has received £16 million in investment for T Level facilities across the Group, a Health training centre at Dearne Valley College, Hair and Beauty and Aesthetics at North Notts College and a state of the art Construction Centre and Digital Suite at Rotherham College.
Our employer partners have increased as have our activities supporting employers with business breakfasts, awards, forums and student development through career and skills weeks.
We will continue to embed a culture of collective responsibility, underpinned by the principles of Inclusivity, Integrity, Delivering, and One Team. This will foster an open and transparent culture, ensuring clear priorities and accountability across the RNN Group. Our priorities have now changed to encompass Skills and Learning, People and Culture, Innovation and Growth and Place in the Community. This focus shows a keen development in people and community as well as skills which are all central to our vision: Leading on Skills and Innovation in our Communities.
Each area focuses on five key aspects and then we focus on our commitment within each area as well as how we will monitor success across each of these core areas for the Group.
The RNN Group is now strategically positioned to capitalise on its strengthened financial position, optimised estate, and enhanced educational provision. Our mission, vision, and values will continue to guide our actions as we navigate a complex and dynamic environment.