About Education Partnership North East
Education Partnership North East (EPNE) is a dynamic partnership between Sunderland College, Hartlepool Sixth Form and Northumberland College.
It is one of the largest college groups in the country with campuses across the North East region from Berwick-upon-Tweed to the Tees Valley.
We are the top performing college group in the North East and rated Outstanding by Ofsted, highlighting our remarkable journey.
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EPNE news
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EPNE Sports Academies have hit glory across all colleges
November 21, 2025
EPNE Sports Academies have hit glory across all its colleges, with the dual career pathway for students proving its worth.
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Here to support your business
November 19, 2025
We pride ourselves on how we support businesses, helping businesses across the region strengthen and develop their workforce.
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Secretary of State Bridget Phillipson MP Officially Opens HICSA
November 12, 2025
The Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson MP, officially opened Sunderland College’s Housing Innovation and Construction Skills Acade...