As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2019, we’re inviting apprenticeship employers to come to a breakfast networking event being held at the Business Lounge at our Leek Campus. Employers will have the opportunity to meet Principal Len Tildsley, take a tour of the fantastic facilities on offer at the Leek Campus and network with other local employers…
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Meet the Principal in National Apprenticeship Week this March
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Sport students visit Warwickshire County Cricket Club and Warrington Wolves
Students from our Sports course visited Warwickshire County Cricket Club, home of Birmingham Bears in January. In the same month, they also visited Warrington Wolves’ ground, the Halliwell Jones Stadium, to take part in a Rugby League Training Session where they practiced tackling. They learned sports skills that they can use to support them on their course,…
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HAVE A LOOK AROUND BUXTON & LEEK COLLEGE IN MARCH
Buxton & Leek College is welcoming students to attend an Open Day on Saturday 2 March from 10am till 1pm, held at both College campuses based at Buxton and Leek. The Open Day is for everyone: those at school or adults looking to upskill in order that they can have a look around the College and discover more about…
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Outdoor sports students scale Mam Tor
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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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:…
