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Proud to be wilder: Nottingham College celebrating another sustainable win

The award celebrates organisations across the county that are making a positive and lasting impact on nature, wildlife, and the environment. Winning the Wilder Business Award recognises our dedication to protecting and restoring nature within our campus grounds and communities, marking our second major sustainability accolade in a matter of months, following our recent success at the Green Gown Awards.

29/01/2026 Read more

College radio celebrates its first year on the airwaves

Learners and staff celebrated the first anniversary of OC Radio at Oldham College with a special live broadcast.

29/01/2026 Read more

450,000 disadvantaged pupils could benefit from AI tutoring tools

Up to 450,000 children from disadvantaged backgrounds could benefit from safe AI powered tutoring tools providing personalised, one-to-one learning support – levelling the playing field for those who cannot afford private tutors.

27/01/2026 Read more

Government to drive action to improve children’s relationship with mobile phones and social media

Government launches consultation on children's social media use and bans phones in schools to protect young people's wellbeing and ensure safer online experiences.

20/01/2026 Read more

Strategy to boost UK education abroad in major £40bn growth drive

As part of the Government’s plan for national renewal, education is being turbocharged as a major engine of UK economic growth, as ministers set out a new International Education Strategy to export the country’s world-class education and skills offer worldwide.

20/01/2026 Read more

Nottingham College Launches New Defence & Military Career Pathway

With the UK Defence and Military sector expected to create thousands of new jobs by 2030, Nottingham College’s new pathway is designed to equip students with the technical expertise, practical skills and professional behaviours that employers in defence-related industries are increasingly seeking.

19/01/2026 Read more

£200 million landmark SEND teacher training programme

Backed by £200 million, new courses available to all teaching staff will deepen knowledge of how to adapt their teaching to meet a wide range of needs in the classroom, including visual impairments and speech and language needs.

16/01/2026 Read more

SGS Celebrates Antoine Semenyo’s Journey to Manchester City

South Gloucestershire & Stroud College (SGS) is proud to celebrate the journey of Antoine Semenyo, who today completed his high-profile transfer to Manchester City on a five-and-a-half-year contract after a standout spell with AFC Bournemouth.

16/01/2026 Read more

Borders College welcomes proposed increase in funding

The Scottish Government has announced an extra 10% in funding for Scotland’s colleges. The amount, which equates to a total of around £70 million across revenue and capital, was announced as part of their draft budget on Tuesday, 13th January.

15/01/2026 Read more

Bradford College Receives 18,000 Brick Donation to Support Brickwork Students

The gift is enough bricks to build the external walls of a four-bedroom house and will provide the college’s construction department with essential materials for vital hands-on training.

15/01/2026 Read more

Staff at 17 English college employers on strike from today for better pay and working conditions

Staff at 17 colleges across England will begin three days of strike action from today after bosses refused to make fair offers over pay and working conditions, the University and College Union (UCU) confirmed today

14/01/2026 Read more

High-growth industries call on government to pause and rethink apprenticeship end-point assessment reforms

Members of two leading employer bodies representing tens of thousands of workers across science-based industries – the Science Industry Partnership (SIP) and the Nuclear Industry Skills Partnership (NISP) – have written to the skills minister, Baroness Jacqui Smith, raising their concerns.

12/01/2026 Read more

Royal Navy Chefs Bring Real-World Culinary Experience to Bournemouth and Poole College Students

Bournemouth and Poole College this week welcomed the Royal Navy for an interactive culinary event designed to enrich the learning experience of Level 2 full-time catering students through direct industry engagement.

12/01/2026 Read more

Staff at 25 English college employers to strike for better pay and working conditions

Staff at 25 colleges across England will begin three days of strike action next week after college bosses refused to make fair offers over pay and working conditions, the University and College Union (UCU) confirmed

09/01/2026 Read more

Could teaching in FE be your next step?

A new year brings new opportunities. Whether you’re craving a fresh challenge or simply want to do something more meaningful with your experience, teaching in FE could be a great next step for you! FE teaching is about sharing what you know, inspiring others and helping shape the next generation of workers in your industry. If you’ve spent time building skills and knowledge in the workplace, you already have a strong foundation to get started.

09/01/2026 Read more