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Access to Higher Education students at B…
Jun 23, 2017 / Sector News
High achievers, who have worked hard all year to secure their dream place at university, celebrated together at Bath College’s annual Access to Higher Education Awards Ceremony. The Access to Higher...
FOOTBALLING ACADEMY LAUNCHED FOR YOUNG T…
Jun 23, 2017 / Sector News
A football academy to help train the next generation of sporting talent has kicked off at City of Wolverhampton College. Wolves and Wolverhampton College Academy, which is being run at the...
Education and Training Foundation launch…
Jun 23, 2017 / Sector News
The Education and Training Foundation (ETF) has today launched Advanced Teacher Status (ATS) for teachers and trainers. This is a further step cementing the role of the ETF in improving...
Only 50% of FE learners feel prepared fo…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
Our young people are touted as a tech-savvy cohort who have grown up with the internet and smart devices, but is the UK further education system equipping them for life...
Barclays UK CEO responds to today's Ofqu…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
Responding to the Ofqual’s Summer 2017 Exam Entries Ashok Vaswani, Chief Executive of Barclays UK, said: “Employees with advanced digital skills are vital to businesses today, and so this fall in...
Incorporating 3D printing into the curri…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
With an ever-increasing interest in STEM education and mounting statistics on the benefits of 3D printing in the classroom, it’s time educational institutions understand how they can incorporate 3D printing...
Chartered Management Institute’s "Q…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
Research from Chartered Management Institute’s Quality of Working Life study found: · Of the 1,574 managers surveyed, nearly seven in ten (77%) work for at least an additional hour each day...
3aaa Apprenticeships Are Building A Long…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
We’re thrilled to announce that Apprenticeship Levy Club Member Viapath have hired their first 3aaa Apprentice under their new VIAcademy scheme. This is their response to the Government’s new Apprenticeship...
Prisons Minister Sam Gyimah visits train…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
Prisons Minister Sam Gyimah today (22 June) visited HMP Stoke Heath to speak with staff and see reform in action. As part of his continued nationwide tour of prisons, the Prisons...
RCU helps FE colleges gain competitive e…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
Leading educational research consultancy, RCU has updated and enhanced the popular Vector tool, currently being used by over 100 colleges. Vector 2.0, has a whole host of new features and...
Tell us your thoughts on social care tra…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
We’re looking to understand the relevance and value of traineeships in adult social care. A traineeship is an education and training programme with work experience that unlocks the great potential of...
Capita joins G-Cloud to move services in…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
Capita Further and Higher Education has announced it is now a supplier on the Crown Commercial Service's (CCS) G-Cloud framework, after meeting all the requirements of the application process. The announcement...
Teaching Excellence Framework - Sector R…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
The Higher Education Funding Council for England has today (22 June) published the first set of ratings for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). It has revealed that the majority of UK...
B&FC only college in Lancashire to r…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
Blackpool and The Fylde College has been recognised as the only college in Lancashire offering gold standard programmes to its higher education students. The new “gold” rating from the Government’s national...
Life as a submariner beckons for enginee…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
Former Cambridge Regional College engineering student Will Thoday is putting his skills to good use in the Royal Navy – training to work in a nuclear submarine. The 17 year-old Able...
Outstanding grade awarded as Loughboroug…
Jun 22, 2017 / Sector News
Outstanding grade awarded as Loughborough College celebrates major report Loughborough College is celebrating its latest report from Ofsted – with the education watchdog recognizing “high quality teaching” at the College and...
ESFA weekly round-up - Issue 359
Jun 21, 2017 / Sector News
Education & Skills Funding Agency's weekly round-up of business-critical information to ESFA-funded colleges, other training organisations and direct grant employers. (21 June 2017) 1. Exceptional learning support claims for 2017 to...
Justice Secretary David Lidington sets o…
Jun 21, 2017 / Sector News
The work to make our prisons true places of reform and rehabilitation is already under way – and it will continue unabated. When someone is convicted of a serious crime, they...
Department for Education in top 50 UK em…
Jun 21, 2017 / Sector News
Today (21 June) the Social Mobility Commission and the Social Mobility Foundation published their Index that ranks the UK’s top best 50 employers for social mobility. Nearly 100 firms submitted...
Top 50 UK employers for social mobility
Jun 21, 2017 / Sector News
The top 50 UK employers who have taken the most action to improve social mobility in the workplace are announced today (Wednesday 21 June) in what is believed to be...
Autocar names autonomous driving enginee…
Jun 21, 2017 / Sector News
Autonomous car engineer Amy Rimmer has been named as the overall winner of the Autocar Great British Women in the Car Industry - Rising Stars accolade. Rimmer, who works for Jaguar...
North West Regional College conference h…
Jun 21, 2017 / Sector News
Two leading professionals in the field of Social Media have advised young people in the North West about the importance of establishing their online profile. Ryan Williams, CEO of Connected...
Student Success Celebrated at Young Tale…
Jun 21, 2017 / Sector News
High school students from across Lancashire studying 14-16 vocational courses at Preston’s College have been recognised for their hard work, dedication and stand out achievements over the last 12 months. The...
Cardiff and Vale College students create…
Jun 21, 2017 / Sector News
Students on two Fast Forward courses at Cardiff and Vale College’s Barry Campus have combined their skills to create a donkey sanctuary at the Amelia Trust Farm. The students aimed to...
Colourful, Vibrant and Engaging: An MK50…
Jun 20, 2017 / Sector News
This weekend, more than 100,000 people visited Middleton Hall in centre:mk to take part in Milton Keynes College’s Festival in the City. Showcasing the sheer talent of the students and the...
Lee Stafford's in a masterclass of his o…
Jun 20, 2017 / Sector News
The Lee Stafford Academy at North Kent College, invited local salons to their Gravesend campus for a hair masterclass hosted by celebrity hairdresser Lee Stafford. After a drinks reception that was...
Hinkley Point C delivery partners and Un…
Jun 20, 2017 / Sector News
Laing O’Rourke, in conjunction with partners on Hinkley Point C is to collaborate with the University of Exeter in offering a new part-time civil engineering degree apprenticeship. The University of...
LARKFLEET DONATES MODEL HOME TO NEW COLL…
Jun 20, 2017 / Sector News
The Larkfleet Group of Companies has donated a new model house to New College Stamford as part of its continuing programme of support for the local community. The scale model of...
Capita FHE and Collab Group Partnership
Jun 20, 2017 / Sector News
Collab Group is proud to announce a new partnership with Capita Further and Higher Education (FHE) as our exclusive partner for Further Education and Technology Services. Capita FHE has a...
French Trip Provides Valuable Experience…
Jun 20, 2017 / Sector News
A group of students from Sussex Coast College have recently returned home from a two week work experience programme in Northern France, after helping to renovate a chateau. Budding chefs and...
Students Personalise New Meetings Rooms …
Jun 20, 2017 / Sector News
First and second year illustration students have been working on a live project in partnership with Hastings Borough Council to give their newly refurbished meeting rooms some character. The council wanted...
Oldham Sixth Form College arrayed with n…
Jun 20, 2017 / Sector News
Students and staff at Oldham Sixth Form College will reap the benefits of Array carpet tiles from Heckmondwike’s Creative Range in its Student Support Hub. David Crossland, Facilities Manager at Oldham...
Construction Careers Fair backed by majo…
Jun 19, 2017 / Sector News
Major employers are backing a construction careers day at Cambridge Regional College this weekend to find the skilled and trainee workers they need to fill an industry skills gap. The region’s...
Rise in young people using smartphones l…
Jun 19, 2017 / Sector News
SOARING smartphone use in children and a huge rise in public WiFi provision has sparked a campaign calling on educators to let staff, students and parents know their internet is...
International business students at Bath …
Jun 19, 2017 / Sector News
Students studying international business had the chance to put their skills into practice, helping companies with market research, events assistance and online communication in Prague for a month. Six...
East London councils, businesses and edu…
Jun 19, 2017 / Sector News
Leading businesses, councils and education leaders have come together to tackle the growing skills crisis in East London and increase job opportunities for local residents. The ‘Delivering Skills for London: Pathways...
Young surveying high fliers compete to d…
Jun 19, 2017 / Sector News
The most inspiring young surveyors – who make the UK a better place to live, work and visit – are currently being given the opportunity to have their talent recognised...
Charitable students volunteer their expe…
Jun 19, 2017 / Sector News
SERC Art and Design students from Lisburn have worked in partnership with Action Cancer and Volunteer Now as part of their Project Based Learning to upcycle fashion products. The students generously...
OFSTED REVIEW HIGHLIGHTS URGENT QUALITY …
Jun 19, 2017 / Sector News
A REVIEW of Ofsted reports shows a ‘pressing need’ among employer providers for more engagement in the self-assessment and improvement planning process, according to a quality assurance specialist. Mesma says that...
Leeds City College scoops two Silver Tea…
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
The ESOL team and Sport Lecturer, Raza Siddique at Leeds City College have been selected respectively from thousands of nominations nationwide to receive a prestigious Silver Pearson Teaching Award on...
Tresham Football Academy Win at Home of …
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
On Wednesday 14th June, the Tresham Football Academy 1st Team were exclusively invited by Kitlocker.com and Nike to play at the home of England’s 24 national teams, St Georges Park...
NWRC’s Masterchef picks up ‘Lecturer of …
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
An award winning chef at North West Regional College (NWRC) has been named ‘Lecturer of the Year’ by the Institute of Hospitality. (IoH) John Crowe, who coordinates the Professional Chef Diploma...
Young innovators named NI Champions at S…
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
Talented engineering students Matthew McKeown and Tarique Greene who study at South Eastern Regional College (SERC) had reason to celebrate this week when their innovative engineering solution developed during their...
‘Pestaurant’ and ‘Hygiene Angels’ visit …
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
Rentokil Initial visited Hastings last week to install two interactive pop-up stands, ‘Pestaurant’ and ‘Hygiene Angels’ at Sussex Coast College. On Wednesday 14th June, the ‘Pestaurant’ gave students and staff the...
Derby College Celebrates Peak Performers
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
More than 200 people gathered for the annual Derby College Peak Awards at the historic Roundhouse to celebrate the achievements of students across the organisation. The awards were compered by Derby...
Cardiff and Vale College Rugby Academy c…
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
Cardiff and Vale College’s Rugby Academy has celebrated another season of success at its second presentation. It has been a year of firsts for CAVC’s Rugby Academy – spending its first...
Amanda Spielman talks about curriculum c…
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
Thank you Bill. It is a pleasure to be here and to be speaking to you all today (14 June). This is my first speech since the election last week...
GSK apprentices win the 2017 Brathay App…
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
Nine GSK apprentices have been named England's apprentice team of the year after winning the 2017 Brathay Apprentice Challenge. The five-month Brathay Apprentice Challenge saw them compete against teams from the country’s...
SERC share expertise with industry peers…
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
South Eastern Regional College (SERC) hosted a peer mentoring conference which showcased how technology based learning can enhance teaching and learning and highlighted the work of the ILT pedagogy peer...
Annual workforce report highlights level…
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
The Education and Training Foundation (ETF) has today published its annual “Workforce Data Report 2015/16“, (previously known as the Staff Individualised Record data report) highlighting trends in staffing numbers, pay...
Innovate Awarding to divulge the secrets…
Jun 16, 2017 / Events
Now that the apprenticeship standards and apprenticeship levy have launched; providers are turning their attention to end-point assessment and how this will work in practice. To help, national apprenticeship awarding...
SERC showcase technology based learning …
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
SERC recently welcomed representatives from Walsall College to showcase how they are spearheading the use of technology based learning. Having attended a conference that was delivered by Paula Philpott earlier in...
Career Ready students celebrate graduati…
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
Cardiff and Vale College has played host to 18 students as they celebrated their graduation from the Career Ready programme with friends, parents, mentors and tutors. The graduation ceremony was held...
SERC welcome international visitors
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
SERC has been showcasing vocational expertise and providing cultural experiences to a group of international visitors. The college recently welcomed nine visitors from H2 Learning Ltd Ireland, City of Dublin Education Training...
Gateshead College named best in region a…
Jun 16, 2017 / Sector News
Gateshead College has been ranked the best performing college in the North East and fourth in England. Figures from the Skills Funding Agency (SFA) show an overall achievement rate of 90.4%...
Derby College Show Garden Wins Silver Me…
Jun 15, 2017 / Sector News
Horticulture staff and students at Derby College have won an award for the second year running at the prestigious BBC Gardeners World Live show at the NEC. The team, based at...
Bradford College hosts Police and Crime …
Jun 15, 2017 / Sector News
The West Yorkshire Police and Crime Commissioner visited Bradford College to discuss community cohesion. Mark Burns-Williamson, who has been the PCC for West Yorkshire since 2012, is accountable for policing and...
Social mobility barometer exposes pessim…
Jun 15, 2017 / Sector News
Poll: half of Brits believe background determines success The scale of Britain’s ‘us and them’ society is laid bare today (15 June 2017) in a new report which finds that nearly...
STUDENTS LEARN ART OF PUPPETRY
Jun 15, 2017 / Sector News
Performing Arts students from City of Wolverhampton College are learning the art of puppetry as they prepare to wow the audience in their annual show. More than 30 youngsters from a...
Sunderland tech firm receives national a…
Jun 14, 2017 / Sector News
A TECH business that could hold the key to addressing national skills shortages has received industry recognition for its cutting-edge work. GoCareer, a product from Sunderland software business Geek Talent, that...
AoC Appoint New Deputy Chief Executive
Jun 14, 2017 / Executive Appointments
Kirsti Lord, Acting Principal at City College Coventry, has been appointed as the new Deputy Chief Executive for Member Services of the Association of Colleges. Kirsti has been Acting Principal at...
ESFA weekly round-up - Issue 358
Jun 14, 2017 / Sector News
Education & Skills Funding Agency's weekly round-up of business-critical information to ESFA-funded colleges, other training organisations and direct grant employers. (14 June 2017) 1. Submission of final exceptional learning support (ELS)...
Students at Bath College create stone be…
Jun 14, 2017 / Sector News
A bench created by Bath College students has been given a central spot in the city’s Parade Gardens, overlooking the iconic Pulteney Bridge. Students studying Level 2 stonemasonry were tasked with...
Works of Art on display at North West Re…
Jun 14, 2017 / Sector News
Creations by students at North West Regional College will be on display for the public at the Lawrence Building in Strand Road.. The exhibition displays the works created by students at...
And the winner is...
Jun 13, 2017 / Sector News
Bolton College apprentice selected as winner of Greater Manchester Apprenticeship Company’s selfie competition The Greater Manchester Apprenticeship Company (GMAC) has today announced Bolton College student, Reza Ali, as the winner of...
SERC share expertise with industry peers…
Jun 13, 2017 / Sector News
South Eastern Regional College (SERC) hosted a peer mentoring conference which showcased how technology based learning can enhance teaching and learning and highlighted the work of the ILT pedagogy peer...
Creative Talents on Show During Universi…
Jun 13, 2017 / Sector News
Some of the finest creative talents in Hastings will showcase their work during the final year degree show at Sussex Coast College Hastings’ Station Plaza campus next week. Degree and Diploma...
B&FC students chosen to present at u…
Jun 13, 2017 / Sector News
Students from Blackpool and The Fylde College have presented their work at the prestigious British Conference of Undergraduate Research at Bournemouth University. Three students from Leadership and Management, six from B&FC’s...
BR6 Restaurant scoops national accolade
Jun 13, 2017 / Sector News
London South East Colleges' student-led BR6 restaurant is the first college restaurant in London to be awarded a Highly Commended AA Rosette and a People 1st Gold Accreditation. The AA College Rosette...
How to develop an apprenticeship standar…
Jun 12, 2017 / Sector News
Today (June 12) IFA updated their guidance for groups of employers (trailblazers) on proposing and developing a new apprenticeship standard. An apprenticeship standard shows what an apprentice will be doing and the...
Students at Bath College spend thousands…
Jun 12, 2017 / Sector News
Students at Bath College have dedicated thousands of hours to volunteering this year, supporting schools, community projects and fundraising events. To celebrate, and to recognise the importance of giving your time...
Virtual reality boom paves way for new s…
Jun 12, 2017 / Sector News
Gateshead College has teamed up with Europe’s first virtual reality centre of excellence to launch a new skills programme that helps firms capitalise on the commercial power of emerging technologies. The...
Open Study College shortlisted for Furth…
Jun 12, 2017 / Sector News
West Midlands based Open Study College has been shortlisted in the finals of the prestigious Birmingham Education Awards in the Further Education College of the Year Category. Samantha Rutter, Operations Director...
Workshops galore at unionlearn conferenc…
Jun 12, 2017 / Sector News
With the unionlearn annual conference only three weeks away the organisers of the 2017 event for union learning reps, project officers and learning providers have announced the workshops that will...
Students celebrate during awards evening
Jun 12, 2017 / Sector News
Students and staff came together at Sussex Coast College last Friday to celebrate a year of academic and personal achievement. The Student President and Student Union team put on a magnificent...
Sophie embarks on Camp America adventure
Jun 12, 2017 / Sector News
20 year old SERC student Sophie Elliot from Lisburn is preparing for her once in a lifetime work placement opportunity at Camp America, Indianapolis. Having recently completed her travel and tourism course...
'School of Dreams' prepares to take E3 b…
Jun 12, 2017 / Sector News
Cambridge’s ‘School of Dreams’ is off to E3 expo – the world’s leading show for computer and video games - to exhibit its student games alongside industry giants. Games development students...
New TUC Education eNote highlights the U…
Jun 12, 2017 / Sector News
Trade unions have always valued the importance of education and argued for training and skills that improve the life skills of their members. This role has grown rapidly in scope...
Garages warned to ensure their technicia…
Jun 12, 2017 / Sector News
A surge in new car sales means over 400,000 cars will be illegal from September if their initial MOT isn’t carried out. The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is...
STUDENTS’ LAND BBC MUSIC VIDEO GIG
Jun 12, 2017 / Sector News
Talented students from City of Wolverhampton College are putting their skills to the test after being asked to produce music videos for the BBC. The college has teamed up with the...
Charitable students volunteer their expe…
Jun 09, 2017 / Sector News
SERC Art and Design students from Lisburn have worked in partnership with Action Cancer and Volunteer Now as part of their Project Based Learning to upcycle fashion products. The students generously...
Students receive recognition for volunta…
Jun 09, 2017 / Sector News
South Eastern Regional College (SERC) public services students have reached a golden milestone in their volunteering campaign by achieving a nationally recognised 50 Hour Millennium Volunteers Certificate for their hard...
Stellar line-up of leaders to address au…
Jun 09, 2017 / Sector News
Anticipation is building ahead of Autocar’s Great British Women in the Car Industry – Rising Stars event, which will feature a star-studded line-up of guest speakers, a bigger venue and...
NWRC former student Eva Birthistle is sp…
Jun 09, 2017 / Sector News
An award winning actress and former student of NWRC will be the special guest at North West Regional College’s Best in Further Education Awards ceremony on June 15. Eva Birthistle who...
Student Raises £1,500 for Charity
Jun 09, 2017 / Sector News
A local college student has raised £1,500 for St Michael’s Hospice after holding a coffee morning in Hastings. Kirsten Harman, who studies Level 3 Business at Sussex Coast College Hastings, held...
FORMER STUDENT HONOURED FOR TV JOURNALIS…
Jun 09, 2017 / Sector News
A former apprentice from City of Wolverhampton College has been named one of the BBC’s rising stars. Rob West, who studied for his BBC journalism apprenticeship through the college, was named...
Bradford College student, 16, lands drea…
Jun 08, 2017 / Sector News
A talented dancer from Bradford College has won a place at one of Europe’s most prestigious dance schools. Mika George Evans is poised to start a degree course in ballet at...
Students at Bath College win two bronze …
Jun 08, 2017 / Sector News
Students at Bath College won two bronze medals at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show, impressing judges with their colourful creations inspired by the theme city streets and summer skies. ...
Wigan & Leigh College students celeb…
Jun 08, 2017 / Sector News
Ahead of the General Election, Wigan & Leigh College students held a range of activities to celebrate living in a democracy. Suffragette sashes were worn by Floristry and A Level students...
Maths and English Good Practice Guide
Jun 08, 2017 / Sector News
Good Practice Guide Shares Maths and English Success A maths and English Good Practice Guide has been launched by West Suffolk College following two very successful conferences focussing on leadership in...
