Macclesfield College principal Simon off to Stockport

Macclesfield College principal, Simon Andrews, is leaving to run Stockport College.

He will join Stockport in April 2015, taking over from interim principal Ian Clinton

Mr Andrews came to Macclesfield in April 2012 – several weeks after the college failed an Ofsted inspection – taking the college from ‘inadequate’ to ‘good’ within 15 months.

Speaking of his appointment he said: “I’m delighted to be joining Stockport College and am looking forward to the challenge of working with students and staff to continue on the improvements already made.

“Stockport College has high ambition and aspirations for its learners and staff and I fully intend to lead the college back to ‘outstanding’ within the next few years.

“The college has a great tradition and track record of providing high quality opportunities for the people of Stockport and I very much want the college to be at the heart of the community.”

Chair of governors Louise Richardson said: “Simon comes with an excellent track record in  leading college improvement. His experience will be invaluable in leading us towards our goal of once again becoming an outstanding college.”