Latest Alloa Campus Update
Forth Valley College continues to explore options in relation to the long-term sustainability of their Alloa Campus, however has confirmed that the campus will remain open for the academic year 2026/27.
Latest media releases:
18 March 2026 - Scottish Government funding confirmed to explore next steps for Alloa Campus
27 February 2026 - Alloa Campus to remain open for 2026/27
7 November 2025 - Forth Valley College provides update on Alloa Campus
3 October 2025 - Response to Auditor General's Report
26 September 2025 - Response to SFC report
22 September 2025 - Meeting Stood Down for Talks to Continue
4 September 2025 - Options being explored for FVC Alloa Campus
FAQs
What would be the impact on staff?
In the event of closure, there would be a small number of staff directly affected (11). However, most staff members at the College operate across all campuses.
What would be the impact on students?
Course delivery for current students is confirmed until June 2026. In the event of the campus closing, students would be given every opportunity to complete their qualification.
What is the number of active students currently attending the Alloa Campus?
The 461 students who are enrolled at the Alloa campus across a range of attendance modes include Full-time (302), Day Release (25) and School College Partnership (134).
What subject areas are currently delivered at FVC Alloa Campus?
Subject areas include Early Education and Childcare, Health and Social Care, A range of Access Courses (Lifestart, Workstart etc), ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages), School College Partnership courses, Beauty and Nail Services, Hairdressing, Construction (Brickwork, Plumbing, Joinery), and Electrical Installation.
Why has the Alloa campus been selected for potential closure?
No final decision has been reached regarding the Alloa Campus. However, taking into account the projected level of activity for 2025/26, previous levels of activity delivered and the under-utilisation across all three campuses, it is possible to deliver the majority of the current provision from two campuses.
If there is a reduction in the College’s estate, Falkirk and Stirling would be the only workable combination in a two-campus model, given the specialist nature of the curriculum in these two campuses. Creative Industries workshops and recording studios, the Gallery restaurant and Engineering and Construction workshops could not be physically accommodated in the Alloa campus.