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Royal Recognition for North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College

North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College has received a Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education from Their Majesties The King and Queen for equipping thousands of students and professional engineers with specialist new skills in demand from the UK’s automotive sector through the MIRA Technology Institute.

25/02/2026 Read more

College Produced Films Complete Barcelona Film Festival Hat-Trick

Two short films written by and starring staff members from Loughborough College have scooped two awards at the 2026 North Film Festival in Barcelona, making it the third year running that the film series has taken home the title.

25/02/2026 Read more

Film festival launches in partnership with college

Mansfield Town Film Festival (MTFF) has announced the launch of Reel Futures; a brand-new short film screening season delivered in partnership with West Nottinghamshire College (WNC).

24/02/2026 Read more

Media students visit Auschwitz on powerful educational trip

Level 3 Content Media and Film Production students from West Nottinghamshire College have taken part in a moving two-day educational visit to Auschwitz in Poland, reinforcing the institution’s ongoing commitment to Holocaust education and remembrance.

24/02/2026 Read more

Generational reforms to transform outcomes for children with SEND

Every child with additional needs will benefit from better, more tailored support, as government unveils landmark £4 billion investment to make every school truly inclusive and transform outcomes for children with SEND. The investment comes with the government set to unveil its schools white paper, Every Child Achieving and Thriving, a blueprint for opportunity for all children, including generational reforms to the SEND system.

23/02/2026 Read more

Hairdressing and Barbering Students Make the Cut

A group of talented Loughborough College-based Hairdressing and Barbering students recently took to the salon floor as they competed in the regional heats of the 2026 Association of Hairdressers and Therapists (AHT) Competition. Held at Sandwell College, West Midlands, 11 students performed in a range of individual competitions, with eight learners earning a place in the Grand Final in Blackpool in May.

20/02/2026 Read more

Loughborough College Group Celebrates Apprentices and Employers at Dazzling Awards Ceremony

Loughborough College Group kicked off National Apprenticeship Week in style on Tuesday, bringing together standout apprentices, employer partners and college staff for a vibrant celebration of achievement at its annual Apprenticeship Awards.

13/02/2026 Read more

Bakery employer launches new apprenticeship academy with the Sheffield College

A new apprenticeship partnership with a regional employer to train the next generation of bakery talent has got underway at The Sheffield College. Jacksons Bakery, home of the much-loved Jacksons of Yorkshire brand, has launched its first cohort of 15 apprentices at the college.

12/02/2026 Read more

10-year plan to revitalise schools and colleges for every child

Hundreds of thousands more children and young people across the country will be learning in brilliant classrooms that are fit for the future, as the government launches a decade of national renewal for schools and colleges through its new Education Estates Strategy. For too long, millions have been poured into sticking-plaster repairs to deteriorating classrooms that fail to meet the needs of pupils learning inside them.

11/02/2026 Read more

College Secures Renewed Partnership with Unreal Software by Epic Games

Bournemouth and Poole College has once again been awarded Unreal Academic Partner status, for 2026. This collaboration directly contributes to the Higher Education FdA/BA (Hons) 3D Animation and Visualisation, FdA/BA Esports Production, Broadcasting and Events and FdA/BA (Hons) Digital Animation Design and Production courses at the college.

11/02/2026 Read more

Government plans to train next generation of construction workers

Thousands more young people will be given the opportunity to train as bricklayers, plumbers and engineers as the government creates 13,000 apprenticeship and T Level placement opportunities as part of its plan to transform school buildings. As part of the upcoming education estates strategy, construction firms working on school building projects will have to show that they are providing opportunities for apprentices and T Level students, ensuring more young people are given the chance to gain the skills the country needs for the future. 90% of these opportunities will be offered within a 30 mile radius of the school being built, providing a boost to local communities across the country.

10/02/2026 Read more

Britain’s growth sectors to get major skills boost from new ‘fast track’ apprenticeships reforms

Young people will be given a quicker route into high-quality jobs on major projects as the Government slashes red tape to fast-track the process. As industries evolve, so must the training that prepares people to work in them. Whether it’s new safety standards on building sites or the skills needed to construct and operate the latest offshore wind turbines, apprenticeships need to keep pace. A new accelerated approach will mean updates to training or development of new short courses can be completed in as little as three months, ensuring the workforce is ready to deliver the major projects that will drive growth.

09/02/2026 Read more

LCB Welcomes New Vice Principal of Finance & Resources

Leeds College of Building (LCB) had announced Chris Duncan as its new Vice Principal - Finance & Resources. He takes up the role after serving as Deputy Director of Finance at Leeds Trinity University and Group Finance Director at Luminate Education Group.

03/02/2026 Read more

The Sheffield College achieves Investors in Diversity Gold UK - Leaders in Diversity

The Sheffield College has achieved an award that demonstrates its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace. The Investors in Diversity Gold UK - Leaders in Diversity is a national standard.

02/02/2026 Read more

DfE launches new recruitment campaign for FE

The Department for Educations new "The Train Others in Further Education" campaign is now live with refreshed creative. The new adverts put a spotlight on industry professionals who have transitioned from industry into FE, showing how passing on their real world skills is helping to shape the next generation of workers.

30/01/2026 Read more