Student council spells out its hopes and aims
The new student council at Telford College has spelled out its hopes and aims, as the college prepares to open its new sixth form base in the town centre. President Chloe Parkins and vice president Angel Anish Abraham say they want to be a bridge between students and college management, promoting an exciting and inclusive […]
An exciting period of growth and transformation
By LAWRENCE WOOD, Telford College’s principal and chief executive Telford College is undergoing a period of significant growth and transformation. Construction work is now well under way on Telford 6th, our new sixth form centre in the town’s Station Quarter, significant investment is being made in our Wellington campus, and we are committed to growing […]
New nail technology evening course to launch in January
A new evening course is being launched at Telford College in the new year, for people with a passion for nail artistry. The 14-week Nail Technology course will be running in the training salon at the college’s Wellington campus on Tuesday evenings, from January 27 until May 19. The programme is fully accredited by the […]
Electrical course sparks renewable energy venture into life
An electrical business has launched a new renewable energy division after its directors completed a training course at Telford College. Matthew Hicks and Jake Jones from Voltium Electrical Services enrolled on a Solar PV and Electrical Energy Storage course at Telford College – passing with flying colours. The skills and expertise gained have led to the […]
From fan to filmmaker: creative student Tom’s Journey behind the lens with Telford Tigers
First-year creative student Tom Phillips is relishing his voluntary media role with the Telford Tigers ice hockey team alongside his studies at Telford College. A long-standing fan who grew up around the team thanks to his dad – equipment manager Andy – the former Holy Trinity Academy pupil started working with the team in 2022 […]
Laila prepares for UK ‘Skills Olympics’ final
A Telford College health and social care student will be competing in the UK final of a global ‘skills olympics’ competition later this month. Laila-Mae Bradley is among more than 400 talented apprentices and students to qualify for the national WorldSkills finals, which will be held in south Wales from November 25-28. Laila, 17, from […]
Digital Sparks ignites ambition and innovation among Telford’s young people
The Quad in Station Quarter was transformed into a hub of creativity and curiosity as more than 30 Year 10 students from four local schools took part in Digital Sparks, the first event hosted under the new Telford Together initiative, which aims to connect schools, colleges, and employers to inspire young people, build future skills, […]
College gathers together to remember
Hundreds of students and staff from Telford College took part in the annual remembrance parade and commemoration today, to honour the service and sacrifice of all those who have defended our freedoms. The parade was led by the college’s public uniformed services students, and included representatives from the British Army reserves, Royal Marines, West Mercia […]
Engineering employer hub discusses key skills issues
Representatives from some of the area’s biggest businesses attended Telford College’s latest engineering employer skills hub to discuss key staff development issues. The meeting, held at the college’s Wellington campus, was a chance for companies to contribute towards the future curriculum for engineering courses, helping to meet their specific needs. Among the businesses represented at […]
‘Being given the opportunity to retrain has changed my life…’
A West Midlands businessman who says the opportunity to retrain as an HGV driver has transformed his life has received a national award. Mark Jones signed up for Telford College’s ‘Into Employment’ programme, which is delivered within local communities to make learning opportunities more attainable for hard-to-reach individuals. It helped 55-year-old Mark to gain the […]