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 […]
Telford College responds to Government announcement
A staggered start to the new term with vulnerable and level one students returning from this week. Telford College principal Graham Guest said: “Any students with exams scheduled before January 18 will still be invited into college, and we will be getting in touch with them soon with more details. “We will also be open […]
Former student Rob becomes the voice of tourism in Moldova
A former Telford College student has become the voice of tourism promotion in the Republic of Moldova. Coal miner’s son Rob Ford studied history, politics, law and economics at the college from 1989-91, and is now director of the Heritage International School in the capital city of Chisinau. Feeling inspired to study A levels in […]
Retirement is on the menu for long-serving catering assistant
Telford College has said goodbye to one of its longest serving members of staff. Chris Price has clocked up 30 years of service as part of the catering team at the Haybridge campus. The catering assistant said she had really enjoyed her time at the college, and said she had seen many changes in the […]
