November 2021 Principal’s Column
It’s a changing world right now, and after what we’ve all been through over the past 18 months, many people are re-evaluating their priorities in life. Further education providers have to rise to this challenge, adapting and evolving in what we believe are exciting and fast-moving times. Many people who may have previously thought they […]
College welcomes Budget cash boosts for further education
Telford College has welcomed announcements in today’s Budget spelling out extra investment for further education and skills-boosting schemes. Chancellor Rishi Sunak says £1.6 billion will be made available over three years to roll out new T-levels, with a further £550 million to be invested in adult skills. Just under £2 billion of new funding will […]
Katie’s course switch pays off for new school role
Katie Benton studied two courses during her time at Telford College – and they are both coming in useful for her latest role. The 19-year-old, a former Newport Burton Borough School student, is currently working as a clerical assistant at Southall School. The placement, which is part of the Kickstart programme, is allowing her to […]
Investing in the engineers of the future
One of the UK’s leading independent system integrators has created 16 new jobs ahead of its move to smart new premises. And an apprenticeships partnership with Telford College is a key factor in the company’s growth. Iconsys, which provides industrial automation, enterprise integration and sustainable services, is in the final stages of its relocation to […]
Telford College takeover for town centre jam night
Music students from Telford College are taking over town centre venue Albert’s Shed next week for a night of live performances. The level three students will be performing at the Southwater venue’s jam night from 7.30pm on Wednesday October 20. It is the latest in a series of collaborations between the college and the venue, […]
It’s great to be back: Open event is a big success
Telford College’s first face-to-face open event since the Covid lockdowns began has been declared a great success. Hundreds of potential students visited the Haybridge campus, with their families, to explore the university-standard facilities and find out more about upcoming courses. A survey showed that 95% of those who attended the event rated it as either […]
Art and design students visit Grayson Perry exhibition
Art and design students visit Grayson Perry exhibition A group of Telford College art and design students travelled to Manchester to see a new exhibition inspired by Turner Prize winner Grayson Perry’s lockdown TV show. The display, at the city’s art gallery, features works selected by the celebrated artist as part of Grayson’s Art Club, […]
College open event makes a welcome return
Telford College is opening the doors of its campus this week for its first face-to-face open event in more than 18 months. The Haybridge campus in Wellington will be open from 5pm to 7.30pm on October 13, with student ambassadors and staff on hand to lead guided tours, showcase facilities and answer questions. It is […]
Chloe’s on the management path
A career in management beckons for a Telford College student who is looking forward to a bright future. Chloe Evans, a former student of Idsall School in Shifnal, is on a Level 3 Business course at the college and has her sights set on a management role. “I couldn’t recommend the business course more – […]
Afternoon tea for Telford College award winners
An award-winning delegation from Telford College enjoyed afternoon tea in London to celebrate their recognition in the ‘Oscars’ of the UK teaching profession. The Foundation Learning team were invited to The National Gallery in Trafalgar Square after winning a coveted silver award in the Pearson National Teaching Awards. The Telford College team was selected from […]
