Hartpury College Accountability Statement 2026-27

Hartpury College | 2026-2027 Accountability Statement

Young people within the County:

The number of 16-year-olds is on an upward trajectory until 2028–2030, after which there is a drop (shown in Figure 2.3). This suggests that a greater quantity of local learners will need to access further education and training courses and Hartpury has consequently increased its number of opportunities for new students in alignment, reflecting growth year on year. The Gloucestershire County Council Post-16 Sufficiency Report, 2025, outlines challenges and opportunities as the county experiences sustained growth in its 16–19 population, driven by demographic trends and housing developments, and the sharp rise in young people at risk of becoming ‘Not in Education, Employment or Training’ (NEET), and current NEET rates.

Figure 2.4: Gloucestershire Population Projections for 16-18 from 2018-2043

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