RCU Limited
@rcu-ltd.bsky.social
Research & Data Insights for Post-16 Education & Skills https://www.rcu.co.uk/
Trusted partner for colleges, universities, training providers, awarding organisations, combined authorities & other sector bodies across England.
Trusted partner for colleges, universities, training providers, awarding organisations, combined authorities & other sector bodies across England.
📢 New MiDES report now live!
The 2024/25 GCSE English & Maths Benchmark Report is available to download for AoC member colleges.
Including:
✔ Pass rates
✔ Progress from grades 3, 2 and 1
✔ Sector Benchmarks
Login to access: mides.rcu.co.uk
@aoc-info.bsky.social #FE #MiDES
The 2024/25 GCSE English & Maths Benchmark Report is available to download for AoC member colleges.
Including:
✔ Pass rates
✔ Progress from grades 3, 2 and 1
✔ Sector Benchmarks
Login to access: mides.rcu.co.uk
@aoc-info.bsky.social #FE #MiDES
MiDES
mides.rcu.co.uk
November 21, 2025 at 3:32 PM
📢 New MiDES report now live!
The 2024/25 GCSE English & Maths Benchmark Report is available to download for AoC member colleges.
Including:
✔ Pass rates
✔ Progress from grades 3, 2 and 1
✔ Sector Benchmarks
Login to access: mides.rcu.co.uk
@aoc-info.bsky.social #FE #MiDES
The 2024/25 GCSE English & Maths Benchmark Report is available to download for AoC member colleges.
Including:
✔ Pass rates
✔ Progress from grades 3, 2 and 1
✔ Sector Benchmarks
Login to access: mides.rcu.co.uk
@aoc-info.bsky.social #FE #MiDES
🛎️We’re exhibiting at the UVAC conference this year!
As the creators of HERA & InsightU, we provide practical research & data insight solutions, helping education providers improve outcomes & make confident, evidence-based decisions.
▶️Visit our stand E12 to find out what we’ve been working on!
As the creators of HERA & InsightU, we provide practical research & data insight solutions, helping education providers improve outcomes & make confident, evidence-based decisions.
▶️Visit our stand E12 to find out what we’ve been working on!
November 19, 2025 at 3:21 PM
🛎️We’re exhibiting at the UVAC conference this year!
As the creators of HERA & InsightU, we provide practical research & data insight solutions, helping education providers improve outcomes & make confident, evidence-based decisions.
▶️Visit our stand E12 to find out what we’ve been working on!
As the creators of HERA & InsightU, we provide practical research & data insight solutions, helping education providers improve outcomes & make confident, evidence-based decisions.
▶️Visit our stand E12 to find out what we’ve been working on!
Heading to Birmingham today to get everything set up for the @aoc-info.bsky.social Conference!
We’re looking forward to two great days of meeting colleagues from across the sector.
If you’re attending, come and find us on Stand 27 in the main exhibition hall-we’d love to say hello
#AoCConf25
We’re looking forward to two great days of meeting colleagues from across the sector.
If you’re attending, come and find us on Stand 27 in the main exhibition hall-we’d love to say hello
#AoCConf25
November 17, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Heading to Birmingham today to get everything set up for the @aoc-info.bsky.social Conference!
We’re looking forward to two great days of meeting colleagues from across the sector.
If you’re attending, come and find us on Stand 27 in the main exhibition hall-we’d love to say hello
#AoCConf25
We’re looking forward to two great days of meeting colleagues from across the sector.
If you’re attending, come and find us on Stand 27 in the main exhibition hall-we’d love to say hello
#AoCConf25
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the AoC Annual Conference next week in Birmingham!
Come and say hello – we’ll be on Stand 27 in the main exhibition hall. Whether it’s a quick catch-up or a chat about data & research, we’d love to see you.
#AoCConf25
Come and say hello – we’ll be on Stand 27 in the main exhibition hall. Whether it’s a quick catch-up or a chat about data & research, we’d love to see you.
#AoCConf25
November 14, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the AoC Annual Conference next week in Birmingham!
Come and say hello – we’ll be on Stand 27 in the main exhibition hall. Whether it’s a quick catch-up or a chat about data & research, we’d love to see you.
#AoCConf25
Come and say hello – we’ll be on Stand 27 in the main exhibition hall. Whether it’s a quick catch-up or a chat about data & research, we’d love to see you.
#AoCConf25
Congratulations to all the colleges commended for the RCU Support for Students at the #AoCBeacons Awards! 🏆
Fantastic recognition of your commitment to supporting learners and helping every student succeed.👏
Find out more about all commended colleges here: www.aoc.co.uk/awards/beaco...
Fantastic recognition of your commitment to supporting learners and helping every student succeed.👏
Find out more about all commended colleges here: www.aoc.co.uk/awards/beaco...
November 6, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Congratulations to all the colleges commended for the RCU Support for Students at the #AoCBeacons Awards! 🏆
Fantastic recognition of your commitment to supporting learners and helping every student succeed.👏
Find out more about all commended colleges here: www.aoc.co.uk/awards/beaco...
Fantastic recognition of your commitment to supporting learners and helping every student succeed.👏
Find out more about all commended colleges here: www.aoc.co.uk/awards/beaco...
Final day to upload your MiDES data for the R14 Data Collection!
Ensure you can benefit from the latest insights:
➡️Updated GCSE English, Maths & Functional Skills Report
➡️Year-End Learning & Performance Summary Report
➡️Grade Profile & Progress Report
mides.rcu.co.uk/login
Ensure you can benefit from the latest insights:
➡️Updated GCSE English, Maths & Functional Skills Report
➡️Year-End Learning & Performance Summary Report
➡️Grade Profile & Progress Report
mides.rcu.co.uk/login
October 31, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Final day to upload your MiDES data for the R14 Data Collection!
Ensure you can benefit from the latest insights:
➡️Updated GCSE English, Maths & Functional Skills Report
➡️Year-End Learning & Performance Summary Report
➡️Grade Profile & Progress Report
mides.rcu.co.uk/login
Ensure you can benefit from the latest insights:
➡️Updated GCSE English, Maths & Functional Skills Report
➡️Year-End Learning & Performance Summary Report
➡️Grade Profile & Progress Report
mides.rcu.co.uk/login
Your college’s Vector updates are now live!
With the latest picture of post-16 learning in your local area, you can now view your:
▶️Travel Time Analysis & Market Share Mapping
▶️Updated Adult Learner section
▶️Updated Sector Priorities section
bit.ly/47LX4Qy
With the latest picture of post-16 learning in your local area, you can now view your:
▶️Travel Time Analysis & Market Share Mapping
▶️Updated Adult Learner section
▶️Updated Sector Priorities section
bit.ly/47LX4Qy
October 30, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Your college’s Vector updates are now live!
With the latest picture of post-16 learning in your local area, you can now view your:
▶️Travel Time Analysis & Market Share Mapping
▶️Updated Adult Learner section
▶️Updated Sector Priorities section
bit.ly/47LX4Qy
With the latest picture of post-16 learning in your local area, you can now view your:
▶️Travel Time Analysis & Market Share Mapping
▶️Updated Adult Learner section
▶️Updated Sector Priorities section
bit.ly/47LX4Qy
Your college’s 2024/25 Vector updates are now available to view!
With the latest picture of post-16 learning in your local area, you can now view your:
▶️Travel Time Analysis & Market Share Mapping
▶️Updated Adult Learner section
▶️Updated Sector Priorities section
bit.ly/47LX4Qy
#FurtherEducation
With the latest picture of post-16 learning in your local area, you can now view your:
▶️Travel Time Analysis & Market Share Mapping
▶️Updated Adult Learner section
▶️Updated Sector Priorities section
bit.ly/47LX4Qy
#FurtherEducation
October 29, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Your college’s 2024/25 Vector updates are now available to view!
With the latest picture of post-16 learning in your local area, you can now view your:
▶️Travel Time Analysis & Market Share Mapping
▶️Updated Adult Learner section
▶️Updated Sector Priorities section
bit.ly/47LX4Qy
#FurtherEducation
With the latest picture of post-16 learning in your local area, you can now view your:
▶️Travel Time Analysis & Market Share Mapping
▶️Updated Adult Learner section
▶️Updated Sector Priorities section
bit.ly/47LX4Qy
#FurtherEducation
MiDES R14 ILR Data Collection – Submit Today!
Upload your year-end data to compare against future reports & produce:
🔹Updated GCSE English, Maths & Functional Skills
🔹Year-End Learning & Performance Summary
🔹Grade Profile & Progress Report
Upload your data here: mides.rcu.co.uk/login
Upload your year-end data to compare against future reports & produce:
🔹Updated GCSE English, Maths & Functional Skills
🔹Year-End Learning & Performance Summary
🔹Grade Profile & Progress Report
Upload your data here: mides.rcu.co.uk/login
October 24, 2025 at 1:26 PM
MiDES R14 ILR Data Collection – Submit Today!
Upload your year-end data to compare against future reports & produce:
🔹Updated GCSE English, Maths & Functional Skills
🔹Year-End Learning & Performance Summary
🔹Grade Profile & Progress Report
Upload your data here: mides.rcu.co.uk/login
Upload your year-end data to compare against future reports & produce:
🔹Updated GCSE English, Maths & Functional Skills
🔹Year-End Learning & Performance Summary
🔹Grade Profile & Progress Report
Upload your data here: mides.rcu.co.uk/login
🔔 The latest MiDES GCSE English & Maths Report is now available for all AoC college members!
The report includes:
▶️ Pass rates by subject & learner characteristics
▶️ Average progress from grade 3
▶️ Sector benchmarking
Explore the latest report- mides.rcu.co.uk/login
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The report includes:
▶️ Pass rates by subject & learner characteristics
▶️ Average progress from grade 3
▶️ Sector benchmarking
Explore the latest report- mides.rcu.co.uk/login
@aoc-info.bsky.social
MiDES
mides.rcu.co.uk
October 3, 2025 at 2:45 PM
🔔 The latest MiDES GCSE English & Maths Report is now available for all AoC college members!
The report includes:
▶️ Pass rates by subject & learner characteristics
▶️ Average progress from grade 3
▶️ Sector benchmarking
Explore the latest report- mides.rcu.co.uk/login
@aoc-info.bsky.social
The report includes:
▶️ Pass rates by subject & learner characteristics
▶️ Average progress from grade 3
▶️ Sector benchmarking
Explore the latest report- mides.rcu.co.uk/login
@aoc-info.bsky.social
Looking to make better use of your data?
We work with education and skills providers to turn complex information into clear, evidence-based insight - supporting strategic planning, curriculum reviews, and identifying growth opportunity.
🔍 www.rcu.co.uk/consultancy/
#FE #Skills #Apprenticeships
We work with education and skills providers to turn complex information into clear, evidence-based insight - supporting strategic planning, curriculum reviews, and identifying growth opportunity.
🔍 www.rcu.co.uk/consultancy/
#FE #Skills #Apprenticeships
September 18, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Looking to make better use of your data?
We work with education and skills providers to turn complex information into clear, evidence-based insight - supporting strategic planning, curriculum reviews, and identifying growth opportunity.
🔍 www.rcu.co.uk/consultancy/
#FE #Skills #Apprenticeships
We work with education and skills providers to turn complex information into clear, evidence-based insight - supporting strategic planning, curriculum reviews, and identifying growth opportunity.
🔍 www.rcu.co.uk/consultancy/
#FE #Skills #Apprenticeships
🔔 We’re currently collecting the 2024/25 data for all MiDES & @aoc-info.bsky.social member colleges, providing a summary of GCSE Math's & English results following the summer 2025 exams.
To receive your latest benchmarking report, upload your data by 18th September
mides.rcu.co.uk/login
#GCSE2025
To receive your latest benchmarking report, upload your data by 18th September
mides.rcu.co.uk/login
#GCSE2025
MiDES
mides.rcu.co.uk
September 11, 2025 at 10:05 AM
🔔 We’re currently collecting the 2024/25 data for all MiDES & @aoc-info.bsky.social member colleges, providing a summary of GCSE Math's & English results following the summer 2025 exams.
To receive your latest benchmarking report, upload your data by 18th September
mides.rcu.co.uk/login
#GCSE2025
To receive your latest benchmarking report, upload your data by 18th September
mides.rcu.co.uk/login
#GCSE2025
Vectors' 2024/25 updates will soon be available!
To help you make the most of these updates, we’ll be running a webinar demonstrating how they can be used to support your college curriculum planning & strategic decision-making
Register here- bit.ly/4mPiZeZ
#FurtherEducation #CurriculumPlanning
To help you make the most of these updates, we’ll be running a webinar demonstrating how they can be used to support your college curriculum planning & strategic decision-making
Register here- bit.ly/4mPiZeZ
#FurtherEducation #CurriculumPlanning
September 10, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Vectors' 2024/25 updates will soon be available!
To help you make the most of these updates, we’ll be running a webinar demonstrating how they can be used to support your college curriculum planning & strategic decision-making
Register here- bit.ly/4mPiZeZ
#FurtherEducation #CurriculumPlanning
To help you make the most of these updates, we’ll be running a webinar demonstrating how they can be used to support your college curriculum planning & strategic decision-making
Register here- bit.ly/4mPiZeZ
#FurtherEducation #CurriculumPlanning
✨ New Vector Updates– Launching Later This Month!
Get ready for powerful new tools and insights with the latest Vector release.
Used by over 80% of FE Colleges in England to support curriculum planning and strategic decision-making
#FurtherEducation #CurriculumPlanning
Get ready for powerful new tools and insights with the latest Vector release.
Used by over 80% of FE Colleges in England to support curriculum planning and strategic decision-making
#FurtherEducation #CurriculumPlanning
September 8, 2025 at 12:12 PM
✨ New Vector Updates– Launching Later This Month!
Get ready for powerful new tools and insights with the latest Vector release.
Used by over 80% of FE Colleges in England to support curriculum planning and strategic decision-making
#FurtherEducation #CurriculumPlanning
Get ready for powerful new tools and insights with the latest Vector release.
Used by over 80% of FE Colleges in England to support curriculum planning and strategic decision-making
#FurtherEducation #CurriculumPlanning
Coming Soon: 2024/25 Vector Data Updates!
We’re preparing to launch the latest updates to Vector, our powerful insight platform used by over 80% of Further Education Colleges in England to support curriculum planning & strategic decision making
#DataInEducation #FurtherEducation
We’re preparing to launch the latest updates to Vector, our powerful insight platform used by over 80% of Further Education Colleges in England to support curriculum planning & strategic decision making
#DataInEducation #FurtherEducation
September 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Coming Soon: 2024/25 Vector Data Updates!
We’re preparing to launch the latest updates to Vector, our powerful insight platform used by over 80% of Further Education Colleges in England to support curriculum planning & strategic decision making
#DataInEducation #FurtherEducation
We’re preparing to launch the latest updates to Vector, our powerful insight platform used by over 80% of Further Education Colleges in England to support curriculum planning & strategic decision making
#DataInEducation #FurtherEducation
⏰Applications for the RCU Support for Students award, sponsored by @aoc-info.bsky.social, are now open!
The award aims to highlight best practice, encourage collaboration & promote the sharing of initiatives that enhance student experiences.
Apply Here- bit.ly/3TrJqub
#AoCBeacons #LoveOurColleges
The award aims to highlight best practice, encourage collaboration & promote the sharing of initiatives that enhance student experiences.
Apply Here- bit.ly/3TrJqub
#AoCBeacons #LoveOurColleges
July 9, 2025 at 2:08 PM
⏰Applications for the RCU Support for Students award, sponsored by @aoc-info.bsky.social, are now open!
The award aims to highlight best practice, encourage collaboration & promote the sharing of initiatives that enhance student experiences.
Apply Here- bit.ly/3TrJqub
#AoCBeacons #LoveOurColleges
The award aims to highlight best practice, encourage collaboration & promote the sharing of initiatives that enhance student experiences.
Apply Here- bit.ly/3TrJqub
#AoCBeacons #LoveOurColleges
🔔The latest MiDES benchmarked data updates are now available to @aoc-info.bsky.social member colleges!
What’s new?
➡️In-year learner retention
➡️Learner deprivation profile
➡️Apprenticeships update
Login to MiDES to explore the latest updates- bit.ly/44vWDHi
#StudentRetention #FurtherEducation
What’s new?
➡️In-year learner retention
➡️Learner deprivation profile
➡️Apprenticeships update
Login to MiDES to explore the latest updates- bit.ly/44vWDHi
#StudentRetention #FurtherEducation
MiDES
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July 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM
🔔The latest MiDES benchmarked data updates are now available to @aoc-info.bsky.social member colleges!
What’s new?
➡️In-year learner retention
➡️Learner deprivation profile
➡️Apprenticeships update
Login to MiDES to explore the latest updates- bit.ly/44vWDHi
#StudentRetention #FurtherEducation
What’s new?
➡️In-year learner retention
➡️Learner deprivation profile
➡️Apprenticeships update
Login to MiDES to explore the latest updates- bit.ly/44vWDHi
#StudentRetention #FurtherEducation
🔔Join us in tomorrow's webinar at 12 pm to find out how you can use Vectors Travel Time Analysis Mapping to inform your college recruitment and transport strategy
It's not too late to register! 🔗https://bit.ly/4dPceWW
#FurtherEducation #RecruitmentStrategy
It's not too late to register! 🔗https://bit.ly/4dPceWW
#FurtherEducation #RecruitmentStrategy
June 17, 2025 at 1:04 PM
🔔Join us in tomorrow's webinar at 12 pm to find out how you can use Vectors Travel Time Analysis Mapping to inform your college recruitment and transport strategy
It's not too late to register! 🔗https://bit.ly/4dPceWW
#FurtherEducation #RecruitmentStrategy
It's not too late to register! 🔗https://bit.ly/4dPceWW
#FurtherEducation #RecruitmentStrategy
Final day to upload your MiDES data for the R10 ILR Data Collection:
Ensure your college can benefit from the latest benchmarked insights, including:
▶️ In-Year Retention
▶️ Curriculum Profile
▶️ Deprivation Profile
▶️ Apprenticeships
Upload your data now- mides.rcu.co.uk/login
Ensure your college can benefit from the latest benchmarked insights, including:
▶️ In-Year Retention
▶️ Curriculum Profile
▶️ Deprivation Profile
▶️ Apprenticeships
Upload your data now- mides.rcu.co.uk/login
MiDES
mides.rcu.co.uk
June 12, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Final day to upload your MiDES data for the R10 ILR Data Collection:
Ensure your college can benefit from the latest benchmarked insights, including:
▶️ In-Year Retention
▶️ Curriculum Profile
▶️ Deprivation Profile
▶️ Apprenticeships
Upload your data now- mides.rcu.co.uk/login
Ensure your college can benefit from the latest benchmarked insights, including:
▶️ In-Year Retention
▶️ Curriculum Profile
▶️ Deprivation Profile
▶️ Apprenticeships
Upload your data now- mides.rcu.co.uk/login
🔔Applications for the RCU Support for Students Beacons awards sponsored by @aoc-info.bsky.social are now open!
Find out how to write a successful application & why you should apply by signing up for tomorrow's webinar, held by AoC at 12 pm- bit.ly/4l6rEsd
#AoCBeacons #LoveOurColleges
Find out how to write a successful application & why you should apply by signing up for tomorrow's webinar, held by AoC at 12 pm- bit.ly/4l6rEsd
#AoCBeacons #LoveOurColleges
June 11, 2025 at 12:13 PM
🔔Applications for the RCU Support for Students Beacons awards sponsored by @aoc-info.bsky.social are now open!
Find out how to write a successful application & why you should apply by signing up for tomorrow's webinar, held by AoC at 12 pm- bit.ly/4l6rEsd
#AoCBeacons #LoveOurColleges
Find out how to write a successful application & why you should apply by signing up for tomorrow's webinar, held by AoC at 12 pm- bit.ly/4l6rEsd
#AoCBeacons #LoveOurColleges
Join our 30-minute webinar on June 18th to find out how Travel Time Mapping in Vector can help your college identify recruitment hotspots, highlight areas of increased competition, and inform transport and estate strategies
📶 June 18th- 12pm
👉 bit.ly/4dPceWW
#FurtherEducation #RecruitmentStrategy
📶 June 18th- 12pm
👉 bit.ly/4dPceWW
#FurtherEducation #RecruitmentStrategy
June 5, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Join our 30-minute webinar on June 18th to find out how Travel Time Mapping in Vector can help your college identify recruitment hotspots, highlight areas of increased competition, and inform transport and estate strategies
📶 June 18th- 12pm
👉 bit.ly/4dPceWW
#FurtherEducation #RecruitmentStrategy
📶 June 18th- 12pm
👉 bit.ly/4dPceWW
#FurtherEducation #RecruitmentStrategy
Having commissioned our Travel Time & Local Area Analysis Report to inform their recruitment & marketing campaigns,
Nelson & Colne College were able to:
▶️Pinpoint areas of recruitment overlap
▶️Inform investment decisions
▶️Recognise barriers to growth
Read the full case study here- bit.ly/4doGTtH
Nelson & Colne College were able to:
▶️Pinpoint areas of recruitment overlap
▶️Inform investment decisions
▶️Recognise barriers to growth
Read the full case study here- bit.ly/4doGTtH
Nelson and Colne College Group - RCU Research & Market Intelligence, Further Education & Skills Sector
bit.ly
May 23, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Having commissioned our Travel Time & Local Area Analysis Report to inform their recruitment & marketing campaigns,
Nelson & Colne College were able to:
▶️Pinpoint areas of recruitment overlap
▶️Inform investment decisions
▶️Recognise barriers to growth
Read the full case study here- bit.ly/4doGTtH
Nelson & Colne College were able to:
▶️Pinpoint areas of recruitment overlap
▶️Inform investment decisions
▶️Recognise barriers to growth
Read the full case study here- bit.ly/4doGTtH
Looking to inform their 16-19 learner growth strategy & identify travel-to-learn areas for their campuses, Nelson & Colne College commissioned our Travel Time & Local Area Report, highlighting key travel routes, recruitment overlap, & trends in participation for priority subject areas
bit.ly/4doGTtH
bit.ly/4doGTtH
May 21, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Looking to inform their 16-19 learner growth strategy & identify travel-to-learn areas for their campuses, Nelson & Colne College commissioned our Travel Time & Local Area Report, highlighting key travel routes, recruitment overlap, & trends in participation for priority subject areas
bit.ly/4doGTtH
bit.ly/4doGTtH
Trafford and Stockport College Group used our Travel Time & Local Area Report to understand how accessibility & curriculum alignment impacted learner decisions.
The college used the insights to target high-potential schools within their local area.
Read the full case study today- bit.ly/4k110AS
The college used the insights to target high-potential schools within their local area.
Read the full case study today- bit.ly/4k110AS
Trafford and Stockport College Group - RCU Research & Market Intelligence, Further Education & Skills Sector
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May 19, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Trafford and Stockport College Group used our Travel Time & Local Area Report to understand how accessibility & curriculum alignment impacted learner decisions.
The college used the insights to target high-potential schools within their local area.
Read the full case study today- bit.ly/4k110AS
The college used the insights to target high-potential schools within their local area.
Read the full case study today- bit.ly/4k110AS
Seeking deeper insight into learner travel patterns & subject demand, Trafford and Stockport College Group commissioned our Travel Time & Local Area report, providing a clearer picture of their:
▶️Travel time accessibility
▶️Learner participation trends
▶️Local market positioning
bit.ly/4k110AS
▶️Travel time accessibility
▶️Learner participation trends
▶️Local market positioning
bit.ly/4k110AS
May 16, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Seeking deeper insight into learner travel patterns & subject demand, Trafford and Stockport College Group commissioned our Travel Time & Local Area report, providing a clearer picture of their:
▶️Travel time accessibility
▶️Learner participation trends
▶️Local market positioning
bit.ly/4k110AS
▶️Travel time accessibility
▶️Learner participation trends
▶️Local market positioning
bit.ly/4k110AS