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NWSLC awarded ‘Platinum College of Excellence’ by one of the UK’s leading destination spas, Ragdale Hall Spa
Added by Love Business East Midlands | 5 October 2026
North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College has proudly received the ‘Platinum College of Excellence 2026’ award from one of the UK’s leading destination spas, Ragdale Hall.
This recognition celebrates the college’s exceptional approach to beauty training and its commitment to preparing students for successful careers in the industry.
The ‘Platinum College of Excellence’ award certifies that NWSLC has high standards of teaching and consistently supports and collaborates with Ragdale Hall Spa to enhance student’s employment opportunities beyond their training. Colleges are reviewed annually and must continue to meet Ragdale Hall Spa’s criteria to maintain their ‘College of Excellence’ status.
Ragdale Hall Spa works with several colleges of the platinum status to inspire students to excel in careers within the beauty industry. These colleges will benefit from a range of opportunities for their students which will include a masterclass with an experienced spa therapist to build and perfect their skills, work experience at the award-winning spa which will give students a chance to have a hands-on introduction to the professional world of wellness and beauty. As well as this there is an additional opportunity for lecturers to develop their skills and enhance their knowledge with tutor enrichment events.
Lynne-Marie Benzie, Ragdale Hall Spa Training and Development Supervisor said:
“NWSLC has been awarded ‘Platinum College of Excellence’ status due to the tutor’s ongoing dedication to their student’s skills and progression into industry by ensuring all opportunities are embraced by means of continued communication with Ragdale Hall Spa.
“Each year we offer the students a career presentation along with the opportunity for work experience which gives them the chance to experience the beauty industry first hand at one of the UK’s most highly regarded spas. We want to pass on our expertise in the industry to inspire and encourage the next generation of therapists who may want to work in such an environment at the end of their course. Lecturers will also benefit from this accolade which makes it an exciting chance for both professionals and students to build and gain confidence and skills in a thriving industry.”
Marion Plant OBE, Principal and Chief Executive of NWSLC, said:
“We are incredibly proud to be recognised by Ragdale Hall Spa as a Platinum College of Excellence. This award is a fantastic endorsement of the quality of our beauty provision, the dedication and expertise of our teaching teams, and, most importantly, the opportunities we create for our students to develop the skills and confidence they need to thrive in their chosen careers.
“Working closely with respected industry partners such as Ragdale Hall Spa ensures that our students benefit from meaningful experiences of the workplace and gain an insight into the high standards expected within the beauty and wellness sector. Partnerships like this are central to our commitment to developing the skills employers need and supporting our students to progress successfully into rewarding careers.”
NWSLC is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted with the highest accolade of ‘Strong for Skills’ recognising the college’s positive contribution and responsiveness to meeting the local skills need, and ‘Outstanding’ for student Behaviour and Attitudes.
For further information about adult beauty courses visit: Beauty and Wellbeing – NWSLC
