About Us
Who we are, what we offer and where you can find us
More about Evolve…
Evolve is based in the centre of Ripon and is an important part of the local community.
You will benefit from large college services whilst studying in a smaller environment. We have excellent student support services (inc EHCP), NUS cards, counselling, bursary application and financial support. Evolve tutors and support staff are highly trained professionals with many years of experience. Our aim is to support you to enjoy learning, expand your knowledge and develop in confidence whilst achieving your aspirations.
Meet the Staff
![Alex Whitfield staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Alex-Whitfield-150x150.jpg)
Alex Whitfield
Progression Support Assistant
![Angie Rainbow staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Angie-Rainbow-150x150.jpg)
Angie Rainbow
Progression Support Assistant
![Anya Farquharson staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Anya-Farquharson-PSA.jpg)
Anya Farquharson
Specialist Instructor in The Arts
![Bev Skaife staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Bev-Skaife-Head-Of-Centre.jpg)
Bev Skaife
Head of Evolve
![Caroline Milne staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Caroline-Milne-PSA.jpg)
Caroline Milne
English Lecturer
![Emily Grainger staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Emily-Grainger-150x150.jpg)
Emily Grainger
Industry Placement Officer
![Faye Atherley staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Faye-Atherley-Evolve-Progress-Coach-150x150.jpg)
Faye Atherley
Progress Coach: Digital Skills
![Hannah Rushforth staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Hanna-Rushforth-150x150.jpg)
Hannah Rushforth
Industry Placement Officer
![Jane Foyle staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/jaynefoyle.jpg)
Jane Foyle
Teaching Assistant
![John Cockshaw staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/John-Cockshaw.jpg)
John Cockshaw
Progression Support Assistant & Oral Language Modifier
![Kim Hobbs staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Kim-Hobbs-150x150.jpg)
Kim Hobbs
SEND Administrator
![Lena Conlin staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Lena-Conlin.jpg)
Lena Conlin
Progress Coach: Independence
![Meg Jackson-Argent staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Meg-Jackson-Argent-150x150.jpg)
Meg Jackson-Argent
Progress Coach: Employability Skills and Careers & Industry
![Michael Myers staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/mike.jpg)
Michael Myers
Horticulture Lecturer
![Nicki Fillingham staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Nicki-Fillingham-Business-Support.jpg)
Nicki Fillingham
SEND Coordinator
![Peter Crossman staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Peter_Crossman-150x150.jpg)
Peter Crossman
Assistant Manager
![Pia Sahi staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Pia-Sahi-PSA.jpg)
Pia Sahi
Progression Support Assistant
![Rachel Gilby staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Rachel-Gilby_evolve-150x150.jpg)
Rachel Gilby
Progress Coach: Health & Wellbeing & Humanities
![Sandra Richardson staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sandra-Richardson.jpg)
Sandra Richardson
Progress Coach: Science & Enterprise
![Tamsin Fauntkane staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/tasmin-150x150.jpg)
Tamsin Fauntkane
English Lecturer
![Teresa Pridmore staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Teresa-Pridmore-150x150.jpg)
Teresa Pridmore
Progression Support Assistant
![Yasmin Crossman staff](https://www.evolveripon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Yasmin-Lamb-Teaching-Assistant-PSA.jpg)
Yasmin Crossman
Specialist Instructor in The Arts