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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Construction educators collaborate to shape future skills training
April 28, 2026
Teachers, employers and industry experts from across the region came together for the first North East Construction Educator Conference.
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Education Partnership North East celebrates success in national achiev...
March 26, 2026
Education Partnership North East has been named among the country’s top performing college groups for student and apprentice achievement.
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Sunderland College host Business and Apprenticeship Awards
March 24, 2026
Education Partnership North East held an inspiring event to celebrate the achievements of the region’s apprentices.