Shipley College is a small, successful institution with governance, employer and community links and equality and diversity all rated as outstanding (Ofsted 2006). Once again, it is the best general further education college in West Yorkshire in the DCFS tables for achievement of students on BTEC National Diplomas.It offers a wide range of full-time courses, apprenticeships and advanced apprenticeships, taught by tutors with a wealth of practical experience from the world of work.Many adults study in the historic buildings in Saltaire and in centres throughout the area to gain qualifications or develop an interest or hobby. The Airedale Learning Line provides high-quality IT facilities in partnership with local centres so that students can benefit from online access and face-to-face support from tutors.The college has an excellent local reputation for delivering high quality, flexible training solutions for employers, as well as Train to Gain and learndirect business e-learning.Specialist areasArt and DesignBusiness and ICTChildren's Care, Learning and DevelopmentHealth and Social CareHorticulture, the Environment and Land-basedMedia - Interactive Media and Games DevelopmentPerforming ArtsSport, Football and Golf Development and Travel and TourismSupported learning for young peopleLifestyle programmes for adults