Sandwell College Hosts West Midlands Works Launch By Secretary of State & Mayor
Sandwell College was proud to host the launch of West Midlands Works, an ambitious plan to help 93,000 people into quality jobs over the next decade. The launch event, led by the West Midlands Combined Authority, saw Mayor Richard Parker, and Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, The Rt Hon Pat McFadden, present the […]
Pledge To Create Youth-Ready Employment Opportunities
The Sandwell Colleges pledged its commitment to creating youth-ready employment opportunities, hosting the Youth Friendly Employer Accreditation Workshop for the Young Combined Authority. CEO and Principal Lisa Capper MBE welcomed the INSPIRE project team of changemakers to Central Campus, and Assistant Principal Nargis Bostan took part in the panel discussion, as one of the project’s […]
Future Focus Awards Shine A Spotlight On Skills, Success And Apprenticeship Excellence
The Sandwell Colleges proudly celebrated the success of apprentices and employers at this year’s Future Focus Apprenticeship Showcase & Awards, an inspiring evening that recognised the partnerships driving skills growth and opportunity across the region. Bringing together apprentices, employers, and college teams, the event showcased how collaboration helps shape the workforce of tomorrow and bridge […]
Powerful Perseverance for T Level Learner Of The Month Annie
We’re celebrating Annie, our latest Learner of the Month, as a powerful example of how perseverance and focus can drive real progress. Annie’s story was celebrated at our Learner of the Month Awards, where special guest Blind Dave Heeley OBE DL, Deputy Lieutenant of the West Midlands, shared an inspiring message about overcoming challenges and […]
Sandwell Students Aspire Higher at HE Fair
Ambitious students from Sandwell College enjoyed an exciting opportunity to plan what’s next for their future at our Higher Education Fair. Learners got the chance to meet face-to-face with representatives from almost 30 different universities, including Aston University, Bangor University, Birmingham City University, University of Birmingham, Coventry University, De Montfort University, University of Leicester, Oxford […]
Sammy Shares TUI Cabin Crew Career Journey With Travel Students
One of our Travel & Aviation alumni Sammy Mowais is on his own unforgettable journey as part of the TUI Airline team. After completing his Level 3 BTEC Diploma at Sandwell College he is now about to embark on his third season as cabin crew, flying short and long haul. Sammy returned to where it […]
Hello Yellow For World Mental Health
💛 The Sandwell Colleges came together today on World Mental Health Day for Hello Yellow, to raise vital funds and show children and young people they’re not alone with their mental health💛 Lisa Capper MBE, CEO & Principal, together with the Senior Leadership Team, took time to recognise the importance of well-being and balance for […]
Cricket Alumni Spotlight: Blake & Olivia
From students to professionals, Blake and Olivia both started their journeys on our Warwickshire County Cricket Club Programme at Edgbaston Stadium. Today, they are proud members of the Warwickshire County Cricket Club team, proving it’s possible to turn your passion into a real career. Blake Quddus is now 19 and believes his work placement was […]
Diamond Sponsors of BFW25: Shaping The Future of Fashion & Education
The Sandwell Colleges are proud to continue our collaboration with the Birmingham Fashion Council and to support the success of Birmingham Fashion Week as a Diamond Sponsor. Our sponsorship helps to create opportunities for young creatives and showcase incredible talent, shaping the future of fashion and education. Now in its third year, Birmingham Fashion Week […]
Apprentice of the Year Finalist
Congratulations to our Business Administration apprentice Ife Opasanya, who has been shortlisted as Charity, Voluntary and Public Services Apprentice of the Year at the 2025 Multicultural Apprenticeship Awards in partnership with Pearson. Ife says his apprenticeship at Sandwell College has been instrumental in helping him provide young people with opportunities that were difficult for him […]
Apprentices Closer To Career With Carwood
Eighteen Sandwell College candidates stepped closer to their career goals when they were interviewed for apprenticeship roles by leading global remanufacturer Carwood. The HR/Commercial Manager and Head of Operations for Fuel Systems for Carwood – a parts distributor and technical service provider for the automotive, off-highway, motorsport and defence industries – put the selected applicants […]
Sign Up For First Open Days
Plan your future here at Sandwell College. Our upcoming Open Days are on: 🔹Thursday 9 October 4pm – 7pm 🔹Saturday 11 October 11am – 3pm Our open events are the best way to see how we help students build the skills and confidence to succeed. Whether you are exploring A Levels, T Levels or vocational […]
