College Group unveils exciting new identity after merger of Accrington and Rossendale and Nelson and Colne institutions
Accrington and Rossendale College and Nelson and Colne College have a fresh identity after the recently-combined institutions rolled out an exciting new brand. Following a successful merger between the colleges in November 2018, the newly-formed Nelson and Colne College Group required an umbrella brand, and Accrington and Rossendale College’s new-look logo has brought its identity […]
Evening of success as Accrington and Rossendale College graduates celebrate achievement
More than 80 students have the keys to more prosperous futures after graduating with university-level qualifications from Accrington and Rossendale College. Collecting their honours in front of proud family members and friends, the Accrington and Rossendale College graduation event was an evening celebrating dedication, hard work and success in the grandiose surroundings of Accrington Town […]
Accrington and Rossendale College to welcome visitors to School Leaver Open Event
Accrington and Rossendale College is preparing to welcome in prospective students and their families to its first Year 11 Open Event of the academic year. The College’s doors will open up to visitors on Wednesday 16 October between 5.30pm and 7.30pm when there will be the chance to come and discover what life is like […]
Glossy performance from Accrington and Rossendale College Apprentice puts her into prestigious World Skills final
An Accrington and Rossendale College Painting and Decorating Apprentice is through to the final of the prestigious World Skills competition. Megan Talbot, 20, from Rawtenstall, is in the final eight of the painting and decorating competition, and will head to the NEC in Birmingham in November to test her skills over the course of a […]
Nelson and Colne College Apprentice lighting the way for others after national award nomination
A Nelson and Colne College Apprentice and leading light at LED specialists acdc has been nominated for a national award for the positive impact his work has had on the company. Level 2 Engineering Apprentice Michal Halamicek, 30, from Barrowford, has been put forward for a National Apprenticeship Award after a number of changes he […]
Red carpet is rolled out to celebrate LDD learners from Nelson and Colne College and Accrington and Rossendale College
Learners with difficulties and disabilities have celebrated their progress and success at a special awards night. The red carpet was rolled out for Nelson and Colne College and Accrington and Rossendale College learners who have been on the college’s SKIL and Bridge courses where they have developed important life and employability skills through utilising a […]
Accrington and Rossendale College Principal one of 203 nationally to call for investment into technical and vocational education
All 203 College leaders nationally, including Accrington and Rossendale College Principal Amanda Melton, have written to the Chancellor and Secretary of State, demanding the implementation of the Post-18 Education Review (The Augar Review). In an unprecedented move, the leaders of every general Further Education college in England – including and the FE Colleges within The […]
Accrington and Rossendale College students celebrate achievement at stellar annual awards night
Excellence, endeavour, progress and greatest contribution were just some of the accolades that students took home from Accrington and Rossendale College’s stellar Learner of the Year Awards. Held at Accrington Town Hall, students who performed highly or who have overcome obstacles to achieve were rewarded in front of family, friends, college staff and dignitaries, including […]
Accrington and Rossendale College Apprentices and students test their fledgling flair in World Skills competition
Eleven high-flying Apprentices and students from Accrington and Rossendale College have put their fledgling flair to the test by competing in the World Skills regional competition. The competition held at Bolton College saw Accrington and Rossendale College Apprentices and students from the fields of Brickwork, Carpentry and Joinery, Painting and Decorating, and Plastering take part […]
Nelson and Colne College celebrates its Extracurricular Champions at special awards evening
Students at Nelson and Colne College have been rewarded for their efforts in extracurricular activities at a special awards night. Above are he winners alongside Wendy Higgin, Vice Principal at Nelson and Colne College (front far right), who presented the awards to our champions. The college’s Extracurricular Awards celebrated the achievements and dedication by students […]