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Our Student Siena celebrates GCSE success
I was knocked over and grazed my leg as people ran to get away, and lost my bag with all my belongings. Luckily, my dad was waiting nearby to pick me up and take me home.”
View detailsMarie Stock awarded MBE for services to education
“When I first came into education, I never expected my career to lead to where I am today. I feel privileged to be able to make a difference to young people’s lives and help them secure better outcomes while working with so many other dedicated and committed professionals every day.
View detailsTop industries in Greater Manchester
The COVID-19 pandemic saw a boost in online shopping and next day delivery. Some examples of careers include logistics supervisor, supply chain manager, sales assistant, buyer, delivery driver, packer.
View detailsCollege shortlisted for six Educate North Award categories
The College, which is rated number 1 in GM for achievement and gained a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating across all departments, was nominated in five award categories: FE College of the Year UK Leadership Award for Principal Lisa O’Loughlin’s role as Greater Manchester Colleges Group (GMCG) Chair Student Experience – for how ‘The Deal’ supports employability Innovation Award - for a digital delivery project by Departmental Team Leader Stacey Foy plus two nominations in the Employer Engagement Award – one for the college’s Employability & Partnerships Team and the other for the college’s Employer Sponsored Programmes.
View detailsMindfulness Apps, as recommended by students
With student’s now studying at home and adjusting to the online delivery of all learning, we wanted to remind students of the importance of self-care and refocusing on your wellbeing. So, our SU Officers have pulled together some of their favourite wellbeing apps for you to consider.
View detailsStudents meet top hoteliers ahead of industry placements
Around 30 students attended the event at the College’s Wythenshawe campus to meet employers, discover what roles are available and find out what to expect on their 45-day placements. Aaliyah Mussa, a Level 3 Travel & Tourism student, who will be gaining experience as a receptionist at The Lowry Hotel, commented: “I met Adrian from The Lowry today and he was telling us about all the work experience and employment opportunities they’ve got there.
View detailsThe Deal
You’ll be expected to meet these standards in the workplace, so it’s important to get used to them now. Throughout the year, you’ll have the opportunity to develop these skills and qualities in your weekly tutorial sessions delivered by your Achievement Tutor/Personal Tutor.
View detailsThe Gig Economy Explained
The Gig Economy is typically made up of couriers, ride-hailing drivers (Uber) and delivery services, who typically work from contract to contract, instead of receiving a regular wage. They get paid for the jobs they complete.
View detailsStudents selected to exhibit work at Origins Creatives
I want to thank all of my teachers and friends who helped me along the way and encouraged me to push forward and advance my work and skills to the next level.”
View detailsUniversity beckons for future barrister Declan
She also gave me ways to improve my work, which helped my standard rise to a level that it hadn’t been at before. The help she gave me throughout the year has been one of the major things that has helped me reach the high levels I have, not just in English but also my Access course, and I will take all of that with me to university.
View detailsStudents talk all things Animal Care
Charlotte Rowland I want to be a vet so I’m travelling from Buxton every day to the Northenden campus to get my qualification. Maggie Hartle (pictured) I always wanted to work with animals. I’ve a dog at home and my dad has a farm but I wanted to work with different animals.
View detailsExcellence in teaching highly rated at The Manchester College
The TEF also recognised the College and wider Group’s: excellent teaching observation scheme linked to individual development plans, which supports the delivery of high quality education; and appropriate course design and assessment practices that enable students to progress and develop transferable and professional skills; strong culture of widening participation to encourage students from all backgrounds to engage with higher education; high-quality IT resources and the use of learner analytics to help support student progression, regardless of background.
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