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An Emerging Technologies Demonstrator at The Sandwell Colleges was a featured speaker at Meta’s inaugural VR Educators Community Summit hosted at its London headquarters. Ben Haddock, part of the Fab Lab team, delivered an inspiring lightning talk on their ground-breaking research into smart glasses and education to an audience of
Join Sandwell College’s Performing Arts department as they embrace the pantomime spirit in Sherwood Forest. There’ll be plenty of singing, dancing and festive fun as Robin Hood and his Merry Men take on the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham. Book your tickets now for some traditional pantomime fun all the family
A talented linguist from Cadbury Sixth Form College has achieved national recognition, winning the prestigious Stephen Spender Trust Prize for Poetry in Translation: KS5 Portuguese Spotlight. Dennis Casey’s translation of Fernando Pessoa’s Mar Português, will be published in the Stephen Spender Trust Prizewinners’ Booklet 2024 and online. This achievement is
We are pleased to announce the launch of SafeHaven, a new initiative created in partnership with Cadbury Sixth Form College and the West Midlands Police, which will empower local youth through creative arts, sports, and community-building activities. SafeHaven will provide a safe and inspiring environment for young people at Cadbury
Sandwell College fashion learners recently had the opportunity to visit Birmingham City University for an inspiring day of workshops. The Fashion TEX Workshop was a brilliant opportunity for our students to dive into the world of fashion, textiles, communication, and business courses, while experiencing a taste of university life at
An incredibly exciting and pioneering new partnership with Birmingham Hippodrome is set to give Sandwell College and Cadbury Sixth Form College learners exclusive access to one of the city’s biggest theatre brands. Creative Arts leaders at the college are embracing the extremely promising prospects of the partnership and the vital
A huge congratulations to Harrison Dawes, an apprentice with Doocey Group, who has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Construction and Property Apprentice of the Year category at The Ladder for the Black Country Apprenticeship Awards, organised by the Express & Star. Ahead of the awards ceremony, Harrison
Sandwell College was bursting with colour, music, and community spirit during a spectacular celebration for BBC Children in Need, and it was all thanks to the incredible efforts of our Early Years and Education department. This year’s event was nothing short of unforgettable, bringing students and staff together for a
Did you catch Sandwell College’s Automotive lecturer Tom Davies on Channel 5’s Christmas in the Cotswolds? Tom was featured on the show alongside his vintage 1982 Piaggio Ape, which together with his paint refinishing students, he lovingly restored and transformed into a bespoke barista business. Rosco’s Coffee Company mobile coffee
This week, Asa Gordon joins the Sandwell Family of Colleges as Deputy Principal for Curriculum and Skills, stepping into this role as David Holden retires after a successful decade at the College. Asa comes to Sandwell from his previous position as Vice Principal at Bradford College, where he had a
Double Celebration Alert! We’re thrilled to announce that both Kyle Price and Nafeesah Khan have won at the FIYA Awards 2024, hosted by Sandwell Children’s Trust. Sandwell College Sport student Kyle, recognised as a Positive Role Model, shared that he was “nervous and excited” about his award, but couldn’t be
As Graham Pennington steps down from his role as Principal of Sandwell College, he leaves behind an inspiring legacy of growth, innovation, and community impact. Graham’s tenure marked a transformative period, one defined by a commitment to delivering outstanding educational opportunities and forging vital partnerships that have left a lasting
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