Learners shine brightly at Lancashire Adult Learning’s annual Star Awards ceremony
The achievements of adult learners have been recognised and celebrated at a glittering awards ceremony hosted by Lancashire Adult Learning. Held at Preston North End Football Club, the Lancashire Adult Learning Star Awards on Wednesday saw learners from across the county awarded accolades for their success in front of VIP guests, LAL staff and their […]
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 […]
Paint pots and brushes at the ready as Accrington and Rossendale College hosts Apprentice competition
Accrington and Rossendale College’s Painting and Decorating department was transformed into a battleground of brushes as Apprentices from across the country travelled to compete for a prestigious award. The College was hosting the first round of the Painting and Decorating Association’s Trophy Awards Apprentice Competitions and 13 competitors in total took part, including Megan Talbot […]
Accrington and Rossendale College Year 8, 9 and 10 Open Event
Accrington and Rossendale College opens doors to prospective students at Year 8, 9 and 10 Open Event Accrington and Rossendale College is holding a Year 8, 9 and 10 Open Event on Wednesday 8 May and prospective future students and parents are invited to attend one of the country’s most improved colleges. The event will […]
Newly-crowned first lady of Rossendale praises College for helping put her on the pathway towards success
A newly-crowned woman of the year has praised the courses she has studied at Accrington and Rossendale College for giving her the confidence, skills and opportunities to be successful. Mum-of-two Samara Barnes, 37, from Haslingden, has been awarded the title of Rossendale Woman of the Year at a glittering ceremony held by Rossendale Hospice for […]
Huge achievement upturn sees Accrington and Rossendale College jump over 100 places in national tables
Accrington and Rossendale College has made huge strides in its achievement levels – jumping more than 100 places in the National Achievement Rate Tables. The newly-published tables released by the Department for Education show that Accrington and Rossendale College is now in the top 10 colleges in the country for 16-18 timely Apprenticeship achievement, at […]
Term Dates 2019/2020
2018-19 Spring term Monday 7th January 2019 – Start of term Friday 15th February 2019 – Classes finish for half term Tuesday 26th February 2019 – Classes start again Friday 5th April 2019 – End of term Summer term Tuesday 23rd April 2019 – Start of term Friday 24th May 2019- Classes finish for half […]
Accrington and Rossendale College celebrates Apprentices with ‘back to the floor’ opportunity at leading local businesses
High-flying Accrington and Rossendale College Apprentices at two of Hyndburn and Rossendale’s best known businesses have been celebrated during National Apprenticeship Week. Principal of Accrington and Rossendale College Amanda Melton went ‘back to the floor’ at Rosslee Construction during the annual celebration of Apprenticeships, while Head of Work Based Learning Debbie Howard visited Freddie’s Hair […]
Sarah praises Accrington and Rossendale College as she settles into her Nelson and Colne College career
A member of Nelson and Colne College’s Business Unit has credited Accrington and Rossendale College for putting her on the path towards a successful career change. Sarah Hadcroft, 51, has switched from a retail manager position to an external funding and subcontracting role at Nelson and Colne College, and is in the final stages of […]
Nelson and Colne College Board of Corporation strengthened with successful appointment of four new governors
A quartet of new governors have been appointed to strengthen Nelson and Colne College’s Board of Corporation following its successful merger with Accrington and Rossendale College. Tim Webber MBE, Brian Fisher, Stephanie Bridgeman and Steve Hughes have all been welcomed to theboard,bringing with them a broad range of skills, expertise and experience. The new board […]