The foundation of the College Group

UCS College Group Corporate Services forms the operational and commercial backbone of the Group. We manage the vital infrastructure, estates, and commercial enterprises that empower our educational institutions to thrive and remain deeply embedded in our communities.

By aligning our physical infrastructure and commercial innovation with our overarching strategic priorities, we ensure that the College Group operates efficiently, sustainably, and with a lasting positive impact on the Somerset region.

Our core operations

Estates & Facilities Management

We oversee a vast and diverse physical footprint multiple campuses in Somerset. We are continuously driving facilities upgrades to ensure or learning and working environments remain state-of-the-art, safe, and future-focused.

Commercial Enterprises

As a part of the UCS College Group family, we proudly manage dynamic commercial businesses, including The Conference Centre and The McMillan Theatre. These enterprises serve as prominent cultural and community assets, fostering local engagement while generating vital commercial revenue that is reinvested back into the Group’s educational missions.

Strategic Infrastructure

We support large-scale infrastructure projects and capital investments, ensuring our physical assets are fully optimised to deliver academic excellence and meet the evolving needs of our staff, students, and wider public.

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Four

distinct College campuses

15,000+

total students

£86m

annual turnover

The Group

We are creating a stronger, united force for education in Somerset, driven by one vision: to transform lives and communities through learning and partnerships.

Our Values

Every institution in UCS College Group share intrinsic values to ensure we create environments in which everyone can excel.

Strategic Vision

Our strategic vision acts as our North Star, anchoring every decision, investment, partnership and priority across the Group.