Students studying Outdoor Sports took part in a hike from Edale up to Mam Tor as part of their course. They took part in the hike to equip them with leadership, orienteering and outdoor adventure skills that will enable them to progress in a number of different careers, including Activity Leader, Outdoor Sports Instructor or…
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Outdoor sports students scale Mam Tor
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Hospitality & Catering Industry Networking Event Success
Level 2 and 3 Catering & Hospitality students took part in an Industry Networking Event in January. They met with local employers in the industry and served them sample canapes and desserts, handmade by students from Buxton & Leek College and the University of Derby. They then watched a demonstration in the lecture theatre and…
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Engineering apprentice secures first role in industry
Congratulations to Danny Graham on successfully completing his Level 3 Apprenticeship/HNC in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering. Having undertaken his three-year apprenticeship with Buxton & Leek College, Danny has secured his first role within the technical team of the University of Derby’s College of Engineering and Technology. Bev Meredith Apprenticeships Adviser at University of Derby said:…
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Students donate to High Peak Food Bank and Night Stop charity
Students from our Living and Work course worked with the Chaplaincy team to fill donation boxes with food and supplies to support local people who access High Peak Food Bank and the Night Stop Charity. The items in the boxes were funded by an internal appeal. This is just one of many fundraising and community…
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Public Services students enhance their team skills
Last month our Public Services students enjoyed a Festive paintballing trip as a teambuilding activity and to help students with thinking on their feet in a battlefield situation. One of the biggest sectors in the UK, Public Service offers fantastic prospects and opportunities for a career. With a focus on learning the essential skills to…
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World Champion Rides to Success with a Good Start at Buxton & Leek College
Katie Toft, 25 from Chinley, started a Level 3 Childcare course at Buxton & Leek College when she was 16, with aspirations to train to become a teacher. As someone with Cerebral Palsy, she knew that it was going to be tough, with physical factors such as being unsteady on her feet. Katie said: “One…
