Trafford College Group, formed in 2018 from the merger of Stockport and Trafford colleges, has announced the appointment of a new Principal. James Scott, formerly Campus Principal at Stockport College and the Group's Vice Principal, will take over the role from Lesley Davies OBE from 1st … [Read more...]
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Book borrowing and free IT use returns to Stockport libraries
Book borrowing and IT provision in Stockport, with Covid-safe measures in place, has resumed at Hazel Grove, the Heatons, Marple and Reddish libraries. Stockport Council have reintroduced the limited service at four locations in the borough to trial Covid-safe practices and ensure safety of both … [Read more...]
Sweets manufacturer helps Stockport children continue learning during lockdown
Sweets manufacturer, Swizzels Matlow, has donated IT equipment, as well as confectionery, to Stockport Council to help disadvantaged children continue education while school remains closed. Stockport Council have distributed 150 bags of the New Mills manufacturers' sweets, including Squashees, … [Read more...]
Stockport learner wins prestigious performing arts award at the 2020 BTEC Awards
The exceptional achievement of Alex Waddacor from Stockport College was celebrated as she was awarded the prestigious bronze BTEC Award for performing arts. Alex was recognised by teachers and peers at Stockport College partner, Debut Academy of Performing Arts, for her excellence in shows, … [Read more...]
Fast Track Digital Workforce Fund helps Stockport Digital Academy tackle skills gap
Stockport Digital Academy is one of 14 projects in Greater Manchester and Lancashire that have been successful in applying for the Fast Track Digital Workforce Fund to address the North West's digital skills gap. The £3 million fund is a joint project between the Department for Digital, Culture, … [Read more...]
Young people in need receive laptops from Stockport Council to continue education
Care leavers in Stockport have been given laptops as part of the Department for Education (DfE) scheme to help young people in need continue their education and keep in contact with support services. The scheme provides laptops, tablets and internet access to disadvantaged families, children and … [Read more...]
Stockport Libraries launch children’s summer reading challenge
Stockport Libraries are inviting children in Stockport to sign up to the Silly Squad Summer Reading Challenge. This year's challenege is all online and Stockport Libraries have provided a free range of e-books and audiobooks. The theme for the Summer Reading Challenge 2020 is ‘Silly Squad’. … [Read more...]
Stockport College NHS Partnership sees record number secure health care roles
A unique workplace training partnership between Stockport College and the NHS is helping people returning to work secure health care roles. More than 50 graduates of the College’s Employability and Community Learning programme have secured jobs over the last two years, many of whom are on the … [Read more...]
Stockport Council statement to parents and carers of children in the borough
Early years, children’s and education service leaders at Stockport Council have issued the following statement to parents and carers of children in the borough regarding the reopening of schools. As you will be aware, on 10 May the Prime Minister announced a roadmap outlining the Government’s … [Read more...]
Stockport College student goes beyond disability to help those in need
A blind nursing student at Stockport College has shown there is no limit to helping others during a time of crisis. When the lockdown began, Access to Nursing and Midwifery student, Sarah Strutt (pictured) began searching for ways she could assist her local community despite having additional … [Read more...]
First virtual open event for Stockport College
Stockport College is holding its first virtual open event for prospective students looking to begin studies in the 2020-21 academic year. By signing up on the College website, candidates will receive a unique access code to a special microsite that goes live at 2pm on Wednesday 20th May. The … [Read more...]
Stockport Council bids to recruit more foster carers
Stockport Council is supporting Foster Care Fortnight in a bid to recruit more foster carers for young people in the borough. Foster Care Fortnight is the Fostering Network’s annual campaign to raise the profile of fostering and to show how foster care transforms lives and runs from 11th to 24th … [Read more...]
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