Waltham Forest College is one of the major providers of lifelong learning in north and east London. Over the last 60 years it has grown both in the range of courses and facilities it provides for its community, and in the number of students attending. Now attracting some 15,000 students of ages from 16 to 60-plus, and of over 30 different nationalities, Waltham Forest College is a major player in the life of the local community.

What's on offer
Waltham Forest College prides itself on acting as a community resource as well as a centre of learning and as such, opens up many of its facilities to the general public, including restaurants and cafes, a swimming pool, a hair and beauty salon and its Smithfield’s Butchers Shop - many of which act as real-life training environments for students on vocational courses. In addition to this, the college also has an onsite nursery for enrolled students.

College life at Waltham Forest College is not all about study. The College has a very busy social calendar to enrich the student experience both inside and outside the classroom. There is a spacious and comfortable student common room for students to relax and they can also take part in a range of activities. These include annual art and fashion shows and the celebration of local or national events such as International Women’s Week and Black History Month. There are several sporting activities to take part in, including the College football and cricket teams, table tennis and badminton.

As well as enjoying an excellent reputation for many of its specialist subject areas, Waltham Forest College is known as a stimulating and welcoming place in which to learn. The College is proud of the diversity created by the rich mix of people, both staff and students, who attend the College.