College is highly commended at national training awards

Telford College has been highly commended for its ‘innovation in training’ at a national awards ceremony. A delegation from Telford College attended the prestigious Apprenticeship and Training Awards in Liverpool which received more than 650 nominations from employers, training providers, colleges and universities. The awards are run jointly by FE Week and the Association of Employment and […]

Exciting times: Inside the new Telford 6th building

Key stakeholders and representatives from Telford College have been given an exclusive behind‑the‑scenes look at the new college’s new A level centre which is currently taking shape in the heart of the town’s Station Quarter. Councillors and senior officers from Telford & Wrekin Council joined members of the college’s management team for a hard hat […]

Automotive students in top gear at local dealership

Former Telford College automotive students are thriving at motor dealership Furrows, building successful careers across a range of departments. The dealership, which has bases in Telford, Shrewsbury and Oswestry, currently has six former college students on its payroll, working in areas such as the car and commercial workshop, accident repair and parts. All have become […]

‘Superstar’ Jess is thriving at local primary school

An early years apprenticeship is proving to be the perfect stepping stone into a teaching career for Jess Decalmer. The 20‑year‑old, from Ellerdine, has spent the past three years working as an apprentice teaching assistant at High Ercall Primary School – and says she is absolutely loving the experience. With her level three apprenticeship now […]

AI and cyber security in spotlight at networking event

Telford College kicked off a new series of employer networking events with a seminar exploring the fast‑moving worlds of artificial intelligence and cyber security. The free event, which attracted businesses from across the region, featured presentations from a range of expert speakers and gave delegates the chance to join a guided tour of facilities at […]

Exciting new partnerships for college’s hair and beauty salons

Telford College has relaunched its hair and beauty training salons with two exciting new partnerships. The college has teamed up with locally based cosmetics company Heaven to supply skincare products, and with leading global brand L’Oréal for its professional haircare range. The partnerships were unveiled during a special pamper day at the Wellington campus, where […]

Hot shot Hayden makes his mark in the Sea Cadets

Telford College student Hayden Gibbins is excelling in the Sea Cadets while training to become an instructor and inspiring younger members. Over the past three years at Telford Sea Cadets, the 18-year-old has taken part in a wide range of competitions, training activities, and community events. He won the ‘High Gun’ award at last year’s inter-Shropshire […]

Houses of Parliament date for college team

A delegation from Telford College will be attending a reception at the House of Lords this month to celebrate being shortlisted for a national award. The college has been named as a finalist in the prestigious Apprenticeship and Training Awards, where it is one of four finalists in the ‘innovation in training and delivery’ category. […]

Sarah to share her story at Network of Women event

A Telford College director who earned national recognition for her mid-life career shift from healthcare to education will be sharing her story at Shropshire Chamber of Commerce’s Network of Women event next month. Sarah Davies will be guest speaker at the event, which is is being held on February 25 from 11am to 2pm at […]

Defence giant Babcock partners with Telford College

Defence, aerospace and engineering company Babcock International has announced an exciting collaboration with Telford College, providing students with work placement opportunities and a pathway to long-term employment. The company, which has a base at MoD Donnington supporting military operations, is giving the college’s T Level, and light vehicle maintenance engineering students the chance to spend […]