EMBS Community College

EMBS Community College EMBS provides education, training and careers advice to young people (aged 16 to 18) and adults.

The EMBS (Ethnic Minority Business Service), an initiative of Oxfordshire Ethnic Minorities Enterprise Developments Ltd. was established in1988 with the aim to improve the economic situation of ethnic minority communities in Oxfordshire by skills enhancement through training, and by start-up and development of businesses owned by people from those communities. EMBS provides training for the unempl

oyed, learning services for both adult and young people (16-18) and business counselling and courses for the local community. EMBS is well known for actively reaching out to local minority ethnic communities and working in partnership. It is funded through a range of national funding bodies such as Skills Funding Agency, Oxfordshire County Council, Next Step, Young Peoples’ Learning Agency, European Integration Fund, Oxford Cherwell Valley College and Oxford Brookes University. EMBS offers a variety of courses including ESOL, Literacy, Numeracy, ITQ, ECDL, Business Start-up, Bookkeeping, pre-CSCS, Driving theory, and Sewing, in two centres in Oxford and Banbury. EMBS was awarded LSIS Beacon status in 2010 and achieved Ofsted Outstanding across the board in 2008/2009.

08/05/2026

📵 Student Reset 🌿☀️

Sometimes the best lessons happen beyond the classroom. 💭✨

What started as role-play and improvisation activities with our E3B students, exploring smartphone use, communication, and how it feels when someone is distracted by their phone while you’re trying to connect, quickly evolved into honest conversations, humour, reflection… and lots of laughter. 💚

With such a positive atmosphere, we took the opportunity to enjoy the sunshine together at Florence Park on Thursday 🌳☀️ a chance to pause, reset, connect with each other, and appreciate the simple value of being present.

These moments are a reminder that learning isn’t just about textbooks, it’s also about communication, confidence, wellbeing, friendship, and real-life connection. 🤝✨

At EMBS, we create spaces where students can learn, grow, and thrive, both inside and outside the classroom 💫

05/05/2026

🎓 WELCOME TO THE BANK 📚
A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO EDUCATION

Did you know EMBS Community College offers a unique learning hub in Oxford called The BANK?

The BANK is designed for young people aged 14–18 who may have struggled in mainstream education, offering a fresh start in a safe, supportive and nurturing environment.

💬 Whether you’re a student who finds traditional school challenging, or you have an EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan), The BANK could be the perfect place for you.

✨ At The BANK, we provide:
✔️ A calm and comforting space to learn
✔️ Supportive, understanding teachers
✔️ Personalised learning approaches
✔️ A focus on wellbeing, confidence and growth

📚 Courses we offer include:
✔️ Functional Skills (English & Maths)
✔️ GCSE support
✔️ Vocational pathways
✔️ Life skills & personal development
✔️ Employability skills and preparation for the future

We believe every young person deserves the chance to succeed, in a way that works for them.

📍 The BANK – EMBS Community College (Oxford)
Located at: Templars Square

Full address:
2–3 Bank Court Chambers
Templars Square
Cowley, Oxford
OX4 3XT

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Contact
* Phone: 01865 689897 / 01865 776041
* Email: [email protected]

👀 Come and see for yourself!
We warmly welcome visits, if you’d like to explore The BANK before enrolling, get in touch and arrange a tour.

🎥 This is Part 1 of our series giving you a closer look into The BANK…
Make sure you LIKE & FOLLOW to keep an eye out for Part 2, where you’ll hear directly from our students about why The BANK is the place for them 💬✨

💡 If mainstream school isn’t the right fit, this might be the place where everything changes.

01/05/2026

✨ Did you know? ✨

At EMBS Community College, we have a specialist educational hub called The Bank 💡

A place designed to support young people who may have struggled in mainstream education, offering a more personalised, supportive, and understanding environment where students can truly thrive.

🎥 We’ll be releasing a video very soon giving you an exclusive insight into:
• What happens at The Bank
• How we support our students
• Why it could be the right place for you or your child

If mainstream education hasn’t worked, this could be the fresh start you’ve been looking for.

📚 Enrolment for September is now open-
📩 DM us to find out more or secure your place

A Day at Parliament 🇬🇧✨Our students had an incredible opportunity to visit the Houses of Parliament, thanks to an invita...
24/04/2026

A Day at Parliament 🇬🇧✨

Our students had an incredible opportunity to visit the Houses of Parliament, thanks to an invitation from Anneliese Dodds, the Member of Parliament for Oxford East and a senior Labour politician who has held key roles including Chair of the Labour Party and Shadow Chancellor.

We were given a guided tour through some of the most iconic and historic parts of the building, including Westminster Hall, the oldest part of Parliament, rich in history and significance. From royal ceremonies to historic trials, the space truly brought British history to life.

We also visited the Committee Rooms in the House of Commons, where MPs examine policies and debate important issues that shape our country.

A highlight of the day was a Q&A session with Anneliese Dodds, where our students confidently asked thoughtful and relevant questions:
💬 Brosk Saadi raised concerns about congestion charges in Oxford and how they impact local communities
💬 Students also asked about asylum and immigration issues affecting young people today

Our students were amazed by the beauty of the buildings and left feeling inspired, seeing first-hand where decisions are made and how their voices can be heard.

👏 A fantastic trip that brought politics, history, and real-world issues together!

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21/04/2026

🎬✨ A Day at Mansfield College, Oxford ✨🎬

Today, our students from EMBS Community College stepped into a real-life movie scene as we visited Mansfield College, Oxford, part of the world-renowned University of Oxford 🎓

From exploring the stunning Chapel, historic library, and the iconic Old Hall… to walking the same halls as generations of students before them, it truly felt like something out of an old-school film 🎥🍂

A real highlight of the day was meeting Kate Clanchy, who led an inspiring Q&A session on creative writing, poetry, and student life at Oxford.

Our students asked thoughtful questions about university life, accessibility, and pathways into higher education and left feeling informed and motivated 🙌

We also learned about the Sanctuary Scholarship, supporting refugees with tuition fees and living costs, opening doors and creating opportunities 💫

💭 “once it felt impossible… today it felt within reach.” 🎓

“If you can see it, you can be it.”

An unforgettable day filled with inspiration, ambition, and new possibilities.

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15/04/2026

🤔 Did you know we’re based across two amazing locations?

📍 Banbury & Oxford

At EMBS, we’re more than just a place to learn, we’re a community college dedicated to supporting learners, building futures, and creating real opportunities.

What do we do?
We provide education, training, and support to help individuals develop skills, gain qualifications, and move forward in their careers.

This September, we’re offering a range of programmes, courses, and support to help you take your next step with confidence.

Focused on growth, opportunity and real impact

✨ This is who we are
✨ This is what we do

Come and see it for yourself 👀

Follow us to find out more 📲

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01/04/2026

🌿 Staff Development in Action at EMBS 🌿

While our students enjoy their Easter break, our dedicated staff have been hard at work behind the scenes 💛

Today, over 40 staff from both our Oxford and Banbury campuses came together in Oxford for a powerful day of training, connection and growth.

Through a series of engaging workshops, staff explored four key archetypes that shape both personal and professional development:
👑 King – Responsibility
⚔️ Warrior – Discipline
🎨 Artist – Innovation
🤝 Carer – Empathy

Together, these qualities encourage self-reflection, growth and stronger relationships, helping us become even better educators and support systems for our students and wider community.

We also explored how blending these approaches in education can create more inclusive, balanced and impactful learning experiences for all.

To round off a fantastic day, staff enjoyed a delicious Nepalese lunch 🇳🇵 followed by a well-earned cinema trip to watch Sinners 🎬

✨ Tomorrow, we look forward to welcoming our staff to the Banbury campus for Day 2 of training, stay tuned to see what we get up to!

🎬 End of Term Treat at EMBS 🍿✨Yesterday, around 45 of our amazing staff and students enjoyed a well-deserved end of term...
27/03/2026

🎬 End of Term Treat at EMBS 🍿✨

Yesterday, around 45 of our amazing staff and students enjoyed a well-deserved end of term cinema trip – and what a fantastic afternoon it was!

We had the whole screen to ourselves as we watched GOAT 🐐 – an inspiring and entertaining film that explores ambition, resilience and the journey to becoming the greatest version of yourself.

A powerful message that really resonated with our students.

There were plenty of smiles, laughter and shared moments, a perfect way to celebrate all the hard work this term 💫

At EMBS, we believe in creating memorable experiences, building community and celebrating success together ❤️

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213B Barns Road
Oxford
OX43UT

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+447737816471

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