Why should I choose the skills Academy?

The Skills Academy is a new, state of the art, modern building which provides a welcoming and creative learning and teaching environment for students and staff. If you decide to enrol on one of our courses you will benefit from:

• Small sized teaching groups where you will receive
• individual attention and support from a dedicated team of tutors and support staff
• A form tutor who will be on hand to advise and guide you through your course 
• A fully equipped hair and beauty salon, catering kitchen and construction centre 
• Access to new sports facilities 
• Up to date computer and library facilities 
• Brooks Bistro - our café where you can meet friends and enjoy healthy snacks and meals 
• Recreational and leadership activities

How do I get to the new centre?

If you live in the Chaddesden, Oakwood, Spondon or Breadsall areas of Derby you may find that you are within reasonable walking distance to the Skills Academy.

If you live in other parts of Derby or areas surrounding the city you may have to use a bus. There are regular bus services from Derby City centre that pass the entrance of the Skills Academy throughout the day.

See the contact page for our address.