Our Story
Educating young creatives on the Isle of Wight for over 25 years
For more than two decades, Platform One has offered high-quality education for young musicians on the Isle of Wight.
With courses ranging from BTEC level 2 up to postgraduate degree, students have the opportunity to develop the skills, experience and network to sustain a career in the modern music industry.
Platform One’s post-16 programmes give students practical experience with performance and production while the degree courses focus on employability, enterprise and innovation.
High-quality education for the creative industries
In 2023, Platform One branched out from music and launched courses in sustainable fashion. Study programmes include a BTEC level 3 and degree, giving aspiring designers a solid foundation of knowledge on sourcing sustainable fabrications, design, construction and cutting.
Based in the historic Wadhams building in Newport town centre, students have the opportunity to work on live briefs, competitions and events that link with industry specialists and sustainable pioneers.
Your success is our success
Alumni
A strong network of creatives working in live performance, production, marketing and events.
Consistently validated Grade One
With over 97% of students achieving their first choice university place.
1000+ bands
Over 1000 young bands have performed on the Platform One stage at the Isle of Wight Festival.