Hull’s employer-led school has been rated as “Outstanding” across the board in its first Ofsted inspection. Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC) underwent an in-depth review in March, before the lockdown period, and the Ofsted inspectors gave it a glowing verdict in their report published today. As well as the rating of
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International accreditation for Sheffield Hallam’s business school
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) has announced that Sheffield Hallam University has earned accreditation for its Sheffield Business School – marking it out as within the top five per cent of business schools globally. Established in 1916, AACSB is a global non-profit association connecting educators, students and
Leeds nursery opens its doors for NHS and keyworker families
Twinkles nursery in Leeds, has remained open in order to support frontline NHS workers and other keyworkers with childcare while they battle the Coronavirus outbreak. The award-winning nursery, which opened in four railway arches on Church Walk back in March 2013, is providing vital childcare services for the families of key
Yorkshire business support programme launches free online masterclasses
A Yorkshire business support programme is working with Leeds Beckett University to provide free online resources to businesses during the coronavirus outbreak. The Digital Learning Hub is a free resource providing online masterclasses, tips and advice to young businesses who want to improve their skills and knowledge. It has been developed
South Yorkshire education outreach programme launches new regional hub
A regional outreach scheme to increase the number of people from South Yorkshire progressing into higher education has launched a new online hub to inform and support even more young people considering their options. The Higher Education Progression Partnership (Hepp) works across the Sheffield City Region to encourage more children, young
Building College links with leading UK housebuilder
To coincide with National Apprenticeship Week 2020, Leeds College of Building has announced it is teaming up with The Guinness Partnership, managers of the new housing development opposite the College’s South Bank Campus. Construction is due to start on the new development near Leeds Docks and the Royal Armouries Museum later
Apprenticeship inspires William’s career and millionaire ambitions
Completing an apprenticeship has transformed William Hellewell’s confidence and career prospects and set him on the path to independence. The 18-year-old completed the ICT Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship at South Yorkshire Housing Association (SYHA) this academic year. William is now working at SYHA, on Rockingham Street, in Sheffield, where his role involves
Leeds College of Building celebrates Leeds United Business Club partnership
Leeds College of Building has furthered its connection to the city through its partnership with the Leeds United Business Club. The long-established institution is reaching out to local supporters, as well as a national audience, through its football sponsorship, appearing throughout every Leeds United home game at Elland Road. Founded in 1960,
Luminate Education Group welcomes two new principals
Luminate Education Group has welcomed two new principals, Steve Kelly and Danny Wild, to the organisation. Steve took over from Keighley College’s former principal, Heather Whitehead, in September. Mr Kelly, who has worked in the FE sector for 30 years in a number of settings, including colleges, adult and community settings and
Yorkshire business set to donate £50,000 to green initiatives
A Yorkshire businessman is hoping to deliver an early Christmas present to local schools and charities that support the environment. Ian Short, managing director of Morley Glass & Glazing has pledged to donate all the money he receives for recycling glass to good causes – which could amount to £50,000 per