Expert judging panel revealed for the 2025 Aspiration Awards
An impressive panel of education, skills, and media leaders has been assembled to judge the 2025 Aspiration Awards – a national celebration of those doing…
Aspiration Awards
National awards celebrating stories at the heart of further education open for nominations
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Aspiration Awards, a national celebration of the outstanding achievements of learners, apprentices, educators, support staff, and educational institutions…
Hull College was named Centre of the Year at the Aspiration Awards. Here is their journey
Hull College(@hullcollegegrp) has won a prestigious national award after a historic transformation that has taken it from near bankruptcy to being one of the best…
We share the story and legacy of Barbara Crone, who received the posthumous Special Recognition Award at the Aspiration Awards
An inspiring teacher from Northern Ireland who dedicated over 30 years to further and higher education has been recognised with a national award. Barbara Crone,…
Michael Wells, Aspiration Awards Against All Odds winner, shares his story of overcoming the odds to retrain and reskill
A Romany Gypsy Traveller who felt displaced from his community, left school at 14, and attempted to take his own life has won a national…
Simon Sharratt, Support Staff of the Year for the Aspiration Awards, shares his story
A Digital and E-Learning Coordinator has won a prestigious national award for his innovative contributions to enhancing educational experiences through technology. Simon Sharratt from The…
Ellie Burke, the Aspiration Awards Apprentice of the Year, shares her story
A social care apprentice who was nearly lost to education has overcome a range of personal challenges to win a national award. Ellie Burke, from…
Pauline Strong, Educator of the Year at the Aspiration Awards, shares her story of swapping Police work for coursework
A college lecturer has won a prestigious national award after swapping handcuffs for homework 11 years ago. Pauline Strong, Lecturer in Policing and Public Services…
FE’s Election Crossroads: Unlock or Look Out? FE Soundbite Edition 752
Welcome to FE Soundbite Edition 752, June 29th, 2024: Unlocking Potential or Locking Out Progress? This is the weekly e-newsletter and e-journal by FE News:…
Matthew McGrotty, Aspiration Award Learner of the Year, shares his story after winning Award
A 21-year-old travel and tourism learner and care leaver has won a national award after showing incredible dedication to his education. Matthew McGrotty, from Northern…