Stoke on Trent College, a renowned institution committed to providing quality professional and technical education, faced a significant challenge in tracking the destinations of their students after they graduated.
The Challenge
Stoke on Trent College’s main problem revolved around obtaining accurate and timely data on their students’ post-graduation destinations. This information was not only crucial for compliance with government reporting requirements but also essential for enhancing curriculum design and ensuring that students were well-prepared for their future careers.
The institution had been manually tracking student destinations, a labour-intensive and error-prone process. This method not only consumed valuable staff time but also led to incomplete and outdated data.
Why Stoke on Trent College Decided to Partner with Purlos
Dave Hopley, Assistant Principal of Student Experience at Stoke on Trent College, recognised the need for a more efficient and accurate solution to address this pressing challenge. In pursuit of better data for government uploads and curriculum improvement, he made the strategic decision to partner with Purlos and implement Purlos Destinations.
How Purlos Responded
Purlos Destinations tracks destinations by automating data collection through WhatsApp, eliminating the need for time-consuming phone calls.
Here’s how Purlos addressed Stoke on Trent College’s needs:
- Automated Data Collection: Purlos replaced ineffective communication channels with an automated WhatsApp-based system. Students could easily report their destinations on WhatsApp, streamlining the process.
- Comprehensive Reporting: Purlos Destinations provided Stoke on Trent College with comprehensive reports on student destinations, including detailed student feedback.
The Results
The results achieved by Stoke on Trent College after implementing Purlos Destinations are remarkable:
Progressed Internal | 100% |
Progressed External | 73.26% |
Subtotal | 91.46% |
Positive Destinations | 92% |
Stoke on Trent College has captured 91% of student destinations, over 30% higher than the national average.
The College has also achieved an outstanding 92% positive destinations, indicating that a vast majority of Stoke on Trent College graduates are embarking on promising career paths or further education opportunities. These results not only underscore the effectiveness of Purlos Destinations but also reflect the institution’s unwavering commitment to the success and well-being of its students.
Conclusion
Since partnering with Purlos Destinations, Stoke on Trent College has seen a remarkable transformation in their student destination tracking process.
With 91% of destinations being captured seamlessly, and an impressive 92% positive destinations rate, Stoke on Trent College has successfully addressed its challenges and positioned itself as a leader in leveraging technology for enhanced student outcomes. Purlos Destinations has not only streamlined their data collection but also empowered them to make informed decisions for curriculum development and better serve their students.
As a result, Dave Hopley and Stoke on Trent College stand as a testament to the potential for innovation and data-driven decision-making in education, with Purlos Destinations playing a pivotal role in their continued success.
To learn more about how Purlos can help transform destinations tracking, connect with our team HERE.