Students achieving high grades improves for fourth year in a row
Telford College today revealed that students achieving high grades across A-level and vocational subjects has increased for a fourth consecutive year. More than 700 students received their exam results at the Wellington campus today, with the college reporting a 4.2 per cent increase in the number of A* to B grades at A-level. The number […]
Automotive apprentices to demonstrate their skills at the Tow Show
Automotive apprentices from Telford College will be showcasing their skills at a major industry show next month. They will be taking part in the new ‘College Zone’ at The Professional Recovery Tow Show, being held at Stoneleigh Park in Warwickshire on September 9 and 10. The event has grown and developed into the largest trade […]
Celebrating our long-standing partnership with University of Wolverhampton
Telford College has been handed a prestigious award by the University of Wolverhampton as the institutions mark almost three decades of working together opening doors to higher education. The Excellence in Partnership Award recognises outstanding collaboration and a shared commitment to student success, at a time when many are choosing to stay local and study […]
NEXT STEPS: What to do when you’ve got your A level results
Results day is a pivotal moment in a student’s life, because the grades achieved can go a long way towards defining their future life and career. Some will have been lucky enough to receive unconditional offers from colleges or universities, which means their place is secure whatever grades they end up achieving. But the majority […]
Online courses offer the ultimate learning flexibility
Telford College is running a programme of free online courses – proving that distance is no barrier when it comes to learning new skills, boosting confidence, or opening doors to fresh career opportunities. The college has 30 online courses, offering either level two or level three qualifications. Most courses run for 12 weeks, and the […]
Award-winning stage and screen star to visit college
Award-winning comedian, actress and author Francesca Martinez will be visiting Telford College this autumn to share some powerful motivational messages with staff and students. Francesca became the first female comic to win the prestigious Daily Telegraph Open Mic Award at the Edinburgh Festival, and has since performed around the world. She is now in demand as a motivational speaker, […]
Telford College to develop “world-class” industrial technology training centre
Telford College is to develop a £5.6m “world-class” engineering centre to train students in advanced technologies after securing Government backing for the project. The new Industrial Technology Training Centre, funded by a £4.7m Government grant announced today and £925,000 of Telford College investment, will be developed at the Wellington campus. The investment will see a […]
How Lifelong Passion Became a Career for James
For James Thompson, becoming an HGV driver wasn’t a spur-of-the-moment career change – it was the realisation of a dream that he had since childhood. His passion for trucks started at an early age, riding along with his Uncle Martin in his lorry and growing up around family members who worked in the transport industry. […]
‘It could be you’: Telford College governor Hollie Whittles MBE with inspiring message for students
An MBE was never on the radar of Telford College governor and award-winning businesswoman Hollie Whittles. However, that is exactly what she has next to her name now, in recognition of the incredible work she has done for services to women in business. Owner of two highly successful businesses, as well as being a TEDx […]
College hosts learning day with top teaching minds in the country
Telford College has given its entire teaching workforce a day of learning with six of the country’s most respected education specialists. The Teaching and Learning Conference brought together recognised experts for a day of seminars, workshops and practical sessions covering a range of themes including artificial intelligence, inclusive classrooms, mental health, active participation and classroom […]