South & City College Birmingham is an exempt charity under the terms of the Charities Act 2006. In return, the college has a commitment to deliver an importanr, measurable, public benefit to its local community. In considering its vision, mission, and values, South & City College Birmingham has had due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on the report of this public benefit.

Mission

To provide outstanding education and training which is primarily vocational, in response to the wants of learners and employers

Vision

To continue to develop and be recognized as an outstanding educational and economic resource by learners, staff, employers, and the larger community

Values

The college:

• believes that its learners are the most significant members of the College and that it is the responsibility of all College staff to help them achieve their full potential
• Is proud of the diversity of its college community and strives to be a socially inclusive organization that recognises, values, and celebrates individual differences, where everyone is enabled to achieve their full potential
• is opposed to all forms of violent, abusive, and discriminatory behavior
• is proud of the fact that it is an inclusive, learning organization and believes that all of its members are entitled to be treated fairly, with dignity, and respect. Furthermore, they are entitled to work and study in a welcoming, safe and supportive environment
• values its staff and governors, will help them develop their abilities and expertise, and will do its utmost to supply  a good working environment
• welcomes all who would benefit from the occasions to study at, or be trained by, the College, irrespective of their backgrounds
• believes in the local economy and wants to support local people and businesses