‘It all feels very safe’: Covid testing allows students to sit exams
Telford College students have praised the safety procedures in place on campus after being Covid tested before sitting their exams. The college has turned its sports hall into a Covid testing centre, offering daily tests to staff and students. Apply to study a course in September Register for our 20th January Virtual Open Event here […]
Virtual open event will showcase courses and facilities
Telford College is holding a virtual open event next week to showcase its university-standard facilities and latest range of courses. The event, from 6pm-8pm on January 20, includes in-depth looks at the college’s A level centre, vocational areas, plus apprenticeships, special educational needs and disability (SEND) provision. Click HERE to register Click HERE to download […]
Covid testing centre is opened at Telford College
Telford College has opened a new Covid testing centre on campus, offering daily tests to staff and students. Principal Graham Guest was first to have a test in the centre, which has been created to help ensure students are not disadvantaged through the latest stage of the pandemic. Join the college in September, APPLY to […]
Common sense decision shows confidence in teachers
Telford College has welcomed news that teachers’ estimated grades will be used to replace cancelled GCSEs and A levels this summer. Principal and chief executive Graham Guest said he was delighted to hear education secretary Gavin Williamson tell MPs he would ‘trust in teachers rather than algorithms’ this time. Last year’s attempts to find an […]
Vocational exams continue under strict Covid-safe conditions
A small number of exams are continuing at Telford College this week, under stricter-than-ever Covid-19 safety regulations. Although A level and GCSE exams have been cancelled for this year, various technical and vocational exams are continuing. Apply here to reserve your place for September 2021 Register for our next Virtual Open Event HERE – limited […]
A level and GCSE government announcement
The government announced last night, that the planned A level and GCSE exams scheduled for this summer would not go ahead as planned. However, another form of assessment will take its place. As of yet, we do not have any further information as to what form these assessments may take, we will of course keep […]
College pledges maximum support for students
Telford College has pledged to do everything in its power to minimise disruption to learning as the UK goes into another coronavirus lockdown. The college says it will immediately revert to a remote learning curriculum for the vast majority of students – as it did successfully during the original lockdown last spring. The management team […]
COVID Update January 4th 2021 – Returning to College
From January 5, 2021 The following students will access the college site: Vulnerable students Students with an EHCP Students of key workers Students who have exams must book in at reception 30 minutes prior to their exam Students who are at risk of not completing their programme All other students will be expected to engage in online learning, […]
Bright sparks begin their electrical apprenticeship training
A new intake of electrical installation and maintenance apprentices have begun their training at Telford College. They are on a three-year programme, studying for an advanced level three qualification. Apply for an apprenticeship here Find our electrical courses here Register for our next Open Event here The trainees come from a range of businesses in […]
A new career for Sarah, where every day is different
Working at a Shropshire primary school is a world away from her previous career as a high-flying London advertising agency director – but Sarah Kennils is loving her change of career. The 41-year-old is now combining a supporting teaching and learning course at Telford College with a part-time job at Much Wenlock Church of England […]
