Windrush Exhibition Telford & Wrekin

College to host the Windrush Exhibition Telford & Wrekin Telford College is hosting an exhibition to honour the ‘Windrush families’ who travelled thousands of miles to help rebuild post-war Britain – and start brand new lives in the area. Register you place for the Windrush Exhibition Telford & Wrekin here  The Windrush Exhibition Telford & […]

College gathers together to remember

More than 1,000 students and staff took part in the annual remembrance parade and commemoration. The Armistice Day service was held outside the college’s Haybridge campus in Wellington, starting at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. The parade was led by the college’s public uniformed services students, and also included […]

Parliament, democracy and freedom of speech in the spotlight

Telford College students were given an insight into the workings of the UK parliament, including our electoral and law-making systems, during a day of special talks. They were delivered by Clare Mullin, UK Parliament senior education and engagement officer for the West Midlands, as part of UK National Parliament Week. The sessions covered the workings […]

Mental health issues are in the spotlight

Students at Telford College have been given an insight into a UK-wide campaign to remove the stigma surrounding mental illness. Learners from the college’s business and health courses received a visit from Lord Dennis Stevenson who is promoting a Private Members’ Bill – the Mental Health (Discrimination) Bill. They heard how it is hoped to […]

Charlie’s ‘true grit’ is recognised with two top awards

A Telford College business student has been recognised for showing ‘true grit’ and outstanding leadership skills in the annual Young Enterprise competition. Charlie Teece, from Woodside, won the regional ‘True Grit’ award which allowed her to qualify for the national Young Enterprise Awards. She went on to win the Young Enterprise National ‘Journey’ award, supported […]