Preface This book takes you on a journey, dating back to 1913 and tells an amazing story – the story about Bournville College. It has changed in so many ways since 1913 but the core values still remain. It’s always been about innovation, partnership, inspiration and vision. And now in 2011, it feels like we have reached our destination… It has taken nine years for the new build to come to fruition. Looking back on the journey, it hasn’t always been easy. Projects of this scale don’t just happen. We had a vision and many partner organisations worked tirelessly to help us achieve it. There are too many to mention individually, but I want to take this opportunity to thank them all. I would also like to thank the governing body of the College, my colleagues on the management team along with all College staff for their enthusiasm, support and patience over the last few years. I hope you agree that it’s all been worth it. The new campus is such a great asset to the College. It allows us to grow and develop in ways that we never thought possible. So, yes, we have reached our destination. But for Bournville College, this is just the beginning… of an amazing future.
Norman M Cave Principal & Chief Executive iii