We provide an excellent support and mentoring structure that works with you and that has made a big impact on many students. Your Gateway mentor will work closely with you to help you settle in at college, and help you to achieve your goals.
Gateway is a programme for 14-18 year-olds who are not currently in education, employment or training. It is an inclusive and supportive environment, where we listen to what you have to say and together, create a plan that is just for you with lots of support along the way.
There are many different reasons as to why you might be starting college after September. You may have been out of education or work because of caring responsibilities, illness, behavioural or mental health problems, or possibly not having found direction since leaving school or during A Levels.
This is where Gateway can make a world of difference. We work closely with you, outside agencies and parents/guardians to ensure you have opportunities to progress onto your next step, whatever that may be.
Previous school:
Henry Box School
Chloe joined the Gateway programme in 2014 and progressed to complete her Level 2 AAT qualification. She is now a full-time Accounts Assistant at All Wheel Trim in Witney.
"Gateway was really useful to me and my tutor Lisa gave me so much support and encouragement.
She helped prepare me for the world of work and to decide what I wanted to do with my life as I had no idea. She gave me guidance and helped me build my confidence. She helped me gain the skills which led to me getting a job.
In my current role, I'm getting lots of experience and one day I'd like to do more bookkeeping qualifications."
Previous school:
UTC Oxfordshire
It's a more independent atmosphere here - it's down to me now whether I attend and it makes me more responsible. The College gives me trust, which I didn't have before, and they offer really good support.
Steve my tutor is really encouraging and he treats you with respect. He makes sure everyone enjoys the lesson and he makes learning fun.
I'm studying on the Hairdressing course and in the future, I want to cut hair for children with learning disabilities who are not comfortable going to the salon.
Previous school:
Bulgaria
I like everything about the College; it's friendly, the people are nice and helpful, and they offer lots of support with my English (it's my second language).
The tutors are very understanding and kind. They explain everything very clearly and make learning something to look forward to.
I wanted to learn English and maths before I study Hair & Beauty full-time, and Gateway was the right option for me to progress in a supported environment.
Progressing from a Gateway programme can lead to getting a part- or full-time job, another course at college, supported training in the workplace, or even an apprenticeship!
School Leaver GFWM200P
The Gateway Centres act as a flexible educational centre within the College in order to engage and prepare you for progression onto a suitable course, employment or training.Based at Abingdon and Witney campuses the Gateway Centres offer supportive a...
School Leaver GFAM200P
The Gateway Centres act as a flexible educational centre within the College in order to engage and prepare you for progression onto a suitable course, employment or training.Based at Abingdon and Witney campuses the Gateway Centres offer supportive a...
School Leaver GFAP200P
The Gateway Centres aim is to act as a ‘flexible educational centre’ within the College in order to engage and prepare you for progression onto a suitable course, employment or training.Based in Abingdon, Witney and Blackbird Leys the Gateway Centres...
School Leaver GFWP200P
The Gateway Centres aim is to act as a ‘flexible educational centre’ within the College in order to engage and prepare you for progression onto a suitable course, employment or training.Based in Abingdon, Witney and Blackbird Leys the Gateway Centres...
School Leaver GFWR200P
The Gateway Centres aim is to act as a ‘flexible educational centre’ within the College in order to engage and prepare you for progression onto a suitable course, employment or training.Based in Abingdon, Witney and Blackbird Leys the Gateway Centres...
School Leaver GFXR800P
This course is designed for identified learners with a current Education Health and Care Plan who wish to access full time work but may need support into the world of work....