Buxton & Leek College is hosting SEND events from 11am to 3pm, on Tuesday 30th April at its Leek campus, and Thursday 2nd May at its Buxton campus. Lynn Winfendale, Transition Manager at BLC says, “Education lies at the heart of our mission and through our SEND event we hope to empower young people and…
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Buxton & Leek College (BLC) hosts SEND event
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Buxton & Leek College (BLC) gets ready for its busiest Open Event of 2024
The College’s next Open Event is on Saturday 20th April and is set to be its busiest yet. Running from 10am – 1pm across both the Buxton and Leek campuses, the event will give prospective students the chance to explore the College with their families whilst talking to tutors and finding free BLC goodies. Jenn…
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SUPPORTED INTERNSHIP SUCCESS STORY AT BUXTON & LEEK COLLEGE
This week the college is casting a light on its successful programme of internships that has enabled young people with varying needs to gain work skills, and in some cases permanent employment. Vicky Marchington, BLC Work Experience and Job Coach Coordinator, said: “To mark National Supported Internship Day (March 27th), the College is releasing video…
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Buxton & Leek College holds Women’s Empowerment Brunch for International Women’s Day
BLC held two Women’s Empowerment Brunches at its Buxton and Leek campuses to celebrate International Women’s Day 2024. Students were treated to orange juice and a choice of pastries whilst inviting them to engage in discussions relating to women’s safety, empowering women, and this year’s themes of inclusion. Leah Adshead, FE Engagement Coordinator, says: “The…
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Trials biker Harry gears up to be the best in the world
Eighteen-year-old Buxton & Leek College student Harry Turner is gearing up to become the best in the world when it comes to one of motorcycling’s toughest sports. Harry has already won three Youth British Championship titles as a trials bike rider and is now looking for sponsors to back him at the Trial 2 World Championships. “Trial biking is an…
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Indie band performs at BLC
The Mercians, an up-and-coming indie band from The Midlands, recently visited BLC’s Buxton and Leek campuses. 110 students attended the two events to listen to the band as they played a mix of covers and original songs. Speaking from personal experiences, the band also discussed mental health and the stigmas facing young people, highlighting who…
