“West Northants is more than just our home – it’s our launchpad. The region’s focus on innovation, skills, and sustainable growth mirrors our own ambitions. It’s the perfect place for Moulton College to grow, collaborate, and shape the workforce of tomorrow.” 

Oliver Symons, Principal, Moulton College

About Moulton College: Moulton College is a leading specialist provider of land-based and vocational education, offering a wide range of courses in agriculture, animal welfare, construction, sports, equine studies, and more. Courses start at entry level right through to degree level including an increasing number of T-Level, Higher Technical Qualifications and apprenticeship programmes.

Their mission is to equip students with the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to thrive in high-demand sectors – many of which align directly with West Northamptonshire Council’s economic growth priorities, including Advanced Manufacturing, Clean Energy and Life Sciences.

Ongoing Growth: Since they were founded in 1921, they’ve grown from a small agricultural institute into a multi-campus college with over 1,100 acres of learning space, cutting-edge facilities, and strong partnerships with local employers. Students travel from across the East Midlands and beyond to study at the College and benefit from their teaching and excellent facilities. The college’s growth reflects the region’s own evolution – dynamic, ambitious, and future-focused.

Why West Northants is the perfect location: West Northants is the ideal location for the college’s continued development. Its central position, excellent transport and digital connectivity, and vibrant business ecosystem make it a hub for innovation and opportunity. The Council’s commitment to regeneration, skills development, and inward investment creates the perfect environment for education providers like Moulton College to thrive.

The Future of the Industry: As the vocational and land-based sectors evolve, Moulton College is leading the way – integrating precision technologies, sustainability practices, and employer-led training to ensure their students are ready for the future of work, building a rich body of young people to support the growth of the region.

Looking ahead, they are working in close collaboration with employers to ensure that they are delivering the skills training that is needed in the region, embedding sustainability and digital innovation into their curriculum to support the Council’s goals of green growth, improved life chances, and a resilient local economy. New courses in solar power and renewable energy have been introduced as well as changes to the existing curriculum to reflect future needs.