About Us

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group serves the education and skills needs of the Yorkshire region from its Colleges in Castleford, Selby and Wakefield.

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About Our Colleges

Castleford College

Castleford College provides an exceptional learning environment for students studying vocational qualifications.

Wakefield College

Based at the heart of Wakefield’s city centre, Wakefield College has an impressive track record of serving the education and training needs of Wakefield and the surrounding areas since 1868.

Selby College

Selby College is a highly rated College in the heart of North Yorkshire, providing education and training opportunities for students aged 16 right up to 70+.

Facts & Figures

Three Colleges across the Castleford, Selby and Wakefield districts.

10,000+

...students taught in 2024-25.

‘Good’

...rated as ‘Good’ and ‘Strong’ for skills by Ofsted in 2023.

99%

...overall A Level pass rate in 2025 for Selby College.

98%

...overall A Level pass rate in 2025 for Wakefield College.

94%

...HE students positive about teaching and support in 2025.

5,000+

...vocational qualifications achieved in 2025.

96%

...HE students were in employment 6 months after graduating.

1,500+

...apprentices taught in 2025.

Corporate Information

Executive Team

Led by our Principal and Chief Executive, Sam Wright, the executive team is responsible for all aspects of College life and our future direction.

Corporate Documents

The following corporate documents show how the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is performing against its objectives, year on year.

Ofsted Report 2023

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group received a ‘Good’ grade overall, and a ‘Strong’ for our contribution to meeting regional and national skills needs.

Sustainability

We are passionate about sustainability and we recognise that we all have a role to support climate action to respond to the climate emergency.

Governance

The Group Board provides oversight, strategic direction, and governance to ensure the effective and responsible operation of the Group across all three of its colleges.

Policies & Procedures

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group’s policies and procedures apply to all our staff and students.

Privacy Policies & Data Protection

We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected, and should we ask you to provide any personal information when using this website.

Equality & Diversity

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to helping achieve equality for all learners, staff and other College users.

Freedom of Information Act

The Freedom of Information Act provides public access to information held by public authorities.