Banbury
Sixth Form
Our Banbury Sixth Form offers a range of academic and vocational courses designed to help students develop their knowledge, gain recognised qualifications and work towards their chosen progression route.
The Loft - A Safe Space to Learn, Grow and Belong
The Loft is EMBS Community College’s new alternative provision in Banbury for young people aged 14-18, providing a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for students who may benefit from a different approach to education.
A Smaller, More Flexible Approach to Education
Building on the supportive model of The Bank in Oxford, The Loft welcomes young people who may have been out of education, found a traditional school or college environment challenging, or need a smaller and more flexible setting in which to re-engage with learning. We also welcome students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and work to recognise and respond to individual needs.
The provision is led by Patrick, Elly, and Ivan, with Patrick and Ivan also providing dedicated wellbeing support. Students will have opportunities to develop Key Skills alongside wellbeing and music sessions.
More Than a Classroom
Learning at The Loft is designed to be engaging, accessible and practical. Alongside more structured learning, students can develop skills through art, cooking,dance and music and other hands-on activities, helping them learn in ways that build confidence, independence and everyday life skills.
At the heart of The Loft is a strong sense of belonging and support. We recognise that every young person has different experiences, strengths and needs. Our aim is to provide a comfortable environment where students feel welcomed, understood and encouraged to reconnect with education and take positive steps towards their future.
Jay Ravrani
Jay Ravrani is an experienced beauty and aesthetics practitioner, educator and business owner with many years of experience within the industry.
Jay Ravrani
Jay Ravrani is an experienced beauty and aesthetics practitioner, educator and business owner with many years of experience within the industry.
She is the owner of Beauty Above Banbury and JH Ravrani International Academy and works alongside Toni & Guy Banbury.
Jay holds professional teaching and assessor qualifications and has undertaken advanced education in aesthetics, including Level 7 Aesthetic Practice. Alongside teaching with EMBS, she continues to work actively within the aesthetics industry and delivers professional beauty and aesthetics education through her academy.
In 2026, Jay received national industry recognition for her work in aesthetics at the National Hair & Beauty Awards, including recognition as an award-winning and highly recommended aesthetics practitioner. She has also received recognition within skin and aesthetics categories.
Her experience of running businesses, managing teams, working with clients and training both students and professionals enables her to bring current, real-world industry knowledge into the learning environment.
Jay is passionate about supporting students as individuals, helping them build their confidence, recognise their potential and explore the range of career opportunities available within the beauty and aesthetics industry.
Hitesh Ravrani
Hitesh Ravrani is an experienced professional hairdresser, educator, assessor and salon business owner with extensive experience within the hairdressing industry.
Hitesh Ravrani
Hitesh Ravrani is an experienced professional hairdresser, educator, assessor and salon business owner with extensive experience within the hairdressing industry.
As the franchisee of Toni & Guy Banbury, Hitesh brings significant commercial salon experience into his teaching, including client consultation, cutting, styling, colour, professional standards, salon management and team development.
In 2026, Toni & Guy Banbury also received national industry recognition at the National Hair & Beauty Awards, including recognition within the Colour Specialist category.
Hitesh’s approach combines the technical requirements of a qualification with the professional standards expected within a successful working salon. This helps students understand not only how to achieve their qualification, but also how their skills can translate into employment and future career opportunities.
Ready to Start Your Journey? 🚀
A supportive and inclusive college helping adults gain confidence,
qualifications and real pathways into employment, further education and brighter futures.
