Newcastle College showcases Northern Edge initiative
Newcastle College showcased its Northern Edge initiative, bringing together students, aspiring creatives and industry professionals to celebr… Read more
Today we welcomed Paul Atherton, Head of Digital at Edinburgh Woollen Mill and Zaeed Mohammed, Senior Lecturer in Business and Leadership at the University of Cumbria to speak with our learners about progression opportunities after post-18 education, including university and career pathways. The session brought together our Level 2 Business students and second-year Level 3 Business students. ⭐ This provided Level 2 learners with an insight into future progression opportunities, while supporting our Level 3 students as they explore higher education options and complete their UCAS applications. The speakers shared their experiences of higher education and employment, giving students valuable insight into the opportunities available both during and after university. A great opportunity for our learners to develop their understanding of the next steps in their educational and professional journeys. Thank you to both Paul and Zaeed for joining us today 👏 University of Cumbria The Edinburgh Woollen Mill
🤝 Driving growth and opportunity in the North East! Our Principal, Jon Ridley, joined business leaders from across the region at the North East Chamber of Commerce's 1815 Lunch this week. Taking place during International Trade Week, the event welcomed Amanda Brooks CBE as keynote speaker, exploring the future of business growth, the UK's changing position in the global economy and how the North East can remain competitive and ambitious. At Newcastle College, we know that a thriving regional economy depends on a skilled workforce. That's why we're working closely with employers to develop the talent, skills and opportunities that will drive the North East's future growth. Education and industry have a vital role to play in shaping that future, and we're committed to making it happen.
Trueline Products Invests in Future Talent Through Apprenticeships
Kidderminster College is proud to be working with Trueline Products, a market leader in the supply, design and manufacture of EWI Render Bead… Read more
🎬 A familiar face from Better Call Saul dropped into Newcastle College! Actor Patrick Fabian, best known for playing Howard Hamlin in the hit TV series, paid our Acting, Media and Photography students a special visit while filming ITV's upcoming drama Bad Blood here in the North East! 🤩 Our students got the chance to quiz Patrick about his career, hear behind-the-scenes stories and pick up some top tips on auditions, casting and working in film and television. His advice for anyone hoping to break into the industry? 💬 “Be 15 minutes early. Be professional no matter the job or the level of job. It's what makes your reputation.” A brilliant opportunity for our future actors, filmmakers and photographers to learn from someone who's been there and done it! 👏
Tate Liverpool inspires future creative talent at West Lancashire College
Art and Design Level 3 students welcomed Melissa and Phil from Tate Liverpool to campus this week for an inspiring and informative guest talk… Read more
Community engagement is at the heart of what we do at West Lancashire College, and we were delighted to return to St John's Primary School today as part of our Give A Day initiative 😊 Our Principal, Christian Thersby, was joined by Guy Walker from Dovetail & Slate and Derry Green from The Secret Garden Glamping to help tidy the hedge outside the school, enhancing the environment for pupils, staff and visitors. Clare Sweeney-Williams, Head Teacher of St John's Primary School said, "a huge thank you to West Lancashire College for including St John’s in their 'Give a Day' initiative and for their hard work supporting improvements to our school grounds. They have inspired our pupils to get involved in next year’s initiative, putting their faith into action and making a positive difference in their own community." Working together on the project showcased inspirational leadership in action, highlighting the dedication of everyone involved to giving back to the local community. A huge thank you to everyone involved for dedicating their time and effort to support a fantastic local cause 💚 NCG Lynn Masterton Wendy Bennett Jane Hines Alex Huskisson Dawn Hughes
West Lancashire College celebrates T Level Week!
From 19-23 October, West Lancashire College is celebrating the successes of their T Level students as part of national T Level Week, and high… Read more
Honouring Our Communities 🖤💛❤️ Students, staff, local councillors and community partners came together at Kidderminster College to celebrate Black History Month. The event featured inspiring guest speakers, student-led discussions, live music performances and opportunities to learn more about the importance of diversity, inclusion and community. 💬 Helen Basnett, Head of Learner Services, said: “I was incredibly proud of all our students who took part in this event, from those who shared their experiences and performed, to those who listened with such interest and respect.” Thank you to everyone who helped make the event such a success and for celebrating the achievements, contributions and experiences of Black communities. #BlackHistoryMonth #HonouringOurCommunities #Diversity #Inclusion #StudentVoice
Building industry connections beyond the classroom 🏛️🤝 Students across our Law and Criminology courses recently welcomed the Northumbria Violence Reduction Unit as part of an exciting live brief project. The partnership was created to help learners gain valuable industry insight and real-world experience in a sector where traditional work placements can be difficult to access. Throughout the project, students will work with professionals from the VRU and other partner organisations, developing knowledge, employability skills and a deeper understanding of careers within the justice and criminology sector. They'll also have the opportunity to complete VRU Ambassador training and showcase their work at a professional poster exhibition later this year. A huge thank you to Steven Hume, the wider VRU team and everyone at the Northumbria Police and the Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner's Office for supporting our learners and helping create these fantastic opportunities. #Criminology #Law #CareerReady
AOC HR and Employment Law Conference
NCG Executive Principal Gerard Garvey spoke at the Association of Colleges HR and Employment Law Conference 2026 on Thursday 8 October. Wit… Read more
Inspiring Future Engineers
Engineering and Motor Vehicle learners at West Lancashire College gained valuable industry insight thanks to a series of inspiring sessions d… Read more
NCG at the Labour Party Conference
Devolution can create real opportunities, but it has to work for every learner. That was a key theme in discussions at last week's Labour P… Read more
🍏 It's Golden Apple Awards Night! ⭐ We’re incredibly proud to be attending the Golden Apple Awards at Energus, celebrating excellence in education across Cumbria. A huge congratulations and good luck to our Carlisle College finalists: ⭐ Julian Nightingale, Against All Odds ⭐ Garry Murray, Apprentice/Graduate of the Year ⭐ 16–19 ESOL, Best Inclusion Initiative ⭐ Dan Smith, Best Teaching Professional ⭐ Helen Thomson, Education Professional Newcomer ⭐ Shabina Moghal, Support Staff of the Year We’re so proud to see their hard work, dedication and achievements recognised. 💙 Good luck to everyone shortlisted. Here’s to a fantastic evening celebrating Cumbria’s education community! 🏆🍏
Honouring our community this Black History Month. 💙💜 Black History Month is about celebrating culture, recognising contributions, sharing stories and continuing to learn from one another. Hear from some of our students and staff as they share what Black History Month means to them. #BlackHistoryMonth #HonouringOurCommunity #HonouringBlackBritain #TeamKC #NCGCommunity