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Spotlight on sickle cell disease thanks to Gwyneth’s passion

We’re trying to bring sickle cell disease into the mainstream and this was a fabulous step.” Back at the College, Gwyneth’s ESOL class took charge of charity fundraising, raising £140 for Sickle Cell Care Manchester. Gwyneth said: “They are pre-entry students who have only been learning English since February, but they took full charge of the planning and preparation from the outset.

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The value of realising your potential

After moving to the UK having little to no English-speaking skills, Adel lacked confidence in his ability to interact with his peers or perform under pressure. Through studying ESOL English, Entry Level 1  and working with his tutors and support teams to create a personal development plan, Adel has taken up a communicative role with the Reception staff on campus.

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Inspiring author’s journey with The Manchester College features on The One Show

“To come up with a book after you’ve just achieved Level 2 literacy, I just get speechless about it all the time.” Find out more about our wide range of ESOL, English and Maths courses at The Manchester College.

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The Manchester College Students Running City Centre Hotel

Over 30 students from the College’s Hospitality and Catering, Business, ESOL and supported learning and maintenance curriculum areas all took part in the scheme, which provides on-the-job training that can often lead to permanent employment with InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the parent organisation of Crowne Plaza.

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First Student Conference is huge success

Education is all about widening your horizons The students enjoyed the conference and really felt that they had learnt something from the day. Camilla, an ESOL student said: “This is my first conference and I loved it. I learnt many things. Tim Campbell and Sylvia Lancaster were very good.”

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College tutor’s second revision guide in the works after publishing success

A tutor at The Manchester College is already working on his second revision guide, after the success of his first which was published last year.  ‘ Steps to Exam Success ’, by ESOL tutor Tariq Khan is aimed at students who are experiencing difficulties studying and revising for their exams, and is applicable for everyone from GCSE to degree level.

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Finalists announced – Student Excellence Awards

Well done to everyone who was nominated and congratulations to our finalists: Academic Studies Student of the Year Najma Ahmed Aya Al-Shatari Gulafrose Saiyed Automotive, Logistics, Construction and Engineering Student of the Year Ryan Dunn Daniel Klosowski Steven McDonagh Business, Computing and Creative Digital Student of the Year Mary Darko Hamza Ijaz Venus Ubah Creative Arts Student of the Year Kemani Anderson Kayleigh Rough James Taylor English and Maths Student of the Year Colin Avison Diamond Dill Devan Pratapcim ESOL, Communities and Work Student of the Year Magda Krer Amare Melkam Jamal Najibi Service and Retail Industries Student of the Year Nathan Fletcher Eshanti Laing Leanne Wilson Sport, Public Services and Care Professions Student of the Year Brandi Booth Cara Linton Sophie Whittle Student Ambassador of the Year Onos Adams Aman Aziz Keisha Swaby Supported Learning Student of the Year Montel Clarke Christopher Mahon Jay Rigby Teacher Education Student of the Year Geeta Aggarwal Sean Ahern Hollie Crankshaw The Seminary Student of the Year Rachel Amoyelle Rivka Morris Hanna Lea The Work Experience Student of the Year Poppy Beswick-Perry Harry Rayer Finlay Wiggins 14-16 Student of the Year Luke Fletcher Adeyinka Laniyonu Louis Woods 16-18 Student of the Year Shafia Fiaz Alice Rycroft Colin Avison Adult Student of the Year Ashlea Cook Isra Jehangir Neil Brown Bright Star Award Ashlea Cook Alice Rycroft Jodie Haining UCEN Manchester Student of the Year Stefan Misiaouli Vejay Patel Zak Wundowa Total People Intermediate Apprentice of the Year Sharnay Haining Saskia Rusowicz Laura Wileman Total People Advanced Apprentice of the Year Tia Cavanagh Rebekah Pettinger Dylan Pritchard

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Nicholls Campus

Nicholls Campus is our specialist adult education centre offering adult education courses,  Access to Higher Education qualifications and ESOL.  Refurbished in 2025, the campus has an array of facilities that provide a great experience for adult students including a Starbucks, state-of-the-art IT facilities, a library, two Science labs and plenty of social spaces that create a fantastic adult learning environment.

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Free Level 3 Courses at The Manchester College

There are many different types of Level 3 qualifications, here are the ones TMC offers: T Level Access to Higher Education diploma Level 3 awards, diplomas and certificates Level 3 NVQ Level 3 ESOL What is the Greater Manchester Skills Fund The Greater Manchester Skills Fund is a local fund that supports tens of thousands of local residents every year to develop the skills they need for life and work.

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Digital delight for Student Awards 2020

The full list of Student Awards Winners 2020 are as follows: Academic Studies Student of the Year – A Levels Madelaine Hodgkinson Academic Studies Student of the Year - BTEC Science Iman Ahmed Access to Higher Education Student of the Year Carson Wolfe Automotive Student of the Year   Declan Woodward Construction Student of the Year Dylan Fisher Engineering Student of the Year   Jenny Middleton Logistics Student of the Year   Arif Rathor Business Student of the Year   Nimra Azeem Computing & Digital Student of the Year Chloe Paine Creative & Digital Media Student of the Year Shafia Fiaz Design & Visual Arts Student of the Year Hannah Guerriero Performing Arts Student of the Year   Emily Royle (pictured bottom left) Music Student of the Year   Ruth Maravilha Da Cruz Borralho ESOL Student of the Year   Salahdine El Hazmiri Youth Engagement Student of the Year   Abbie-Jo Hayes Service & Retail Industries Student of the Year Unita-Alicia George Sport & Public Services Student of the Year   Lauren Wild Health & Social Care Student of the Year   Aiwanehi Odin Childhood Studies Student of the Year  Eloika Lutumba Supported Learning Student of the Year Nicholas McKie UCEN Manchester Student of the Year Laura Mason To mark their amazing achievements, each winner received a certificate, a congratulatory letter from Lisa O’Loughlin, Principal at The Manchester College, and vouchers worth £100 while the runners-up were awarded vouchers worth £50.

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Nicholls football students turn professional players

He originally attended the College’s Shena Simon campus to learn English through ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) and to study engineering . Carlos said: “When I went to Shena Simon, it was to be an engineer.

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Find a courseT Levels16-18 - Browse courses19+ Adult & Professional coursesDegree Level Courses Nicholls Campus Nicholls Campus is our specialist adult education centre offering adult education courses,  Access to Higher Education qualifications and ESOL. Refurbished in 2025, the campus has an array of facilities that provide a great experience for adult students including a Starbucks, state-of-the-art IT facilities, a library, two Science labs and plenty of social spaces that create a fantastic adult learning environment.

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