Success in volume for students in regional hairdressing heats
Students from Nelson and Colne and Accrington and Rossendale College won multiple regional heats at the Association of Hairdressers and Therapists (AHT) competition. The AHT regional heats took place in Blackpool on Monday, 24 February, with colleges from throughout the North taking part. Nelson and Colne College and Accrington and Rossendale College students achieved: Xulekha […]
Nelson and Colne College Group senior leaders go back to the floor as part of National Apprenticeship Week
Senior leaders at Nelson and Colne College Group have taken on the role of an apprentice as part of National Apprenticeship Week. Nelson and Colne College Group’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT) stepped back from their usual roles and instead were hard at work as apprentice learners in areas such as construction, engineering, hairdressing and […]
Accrington and Rossendale College’s Motor Vehicle Department Receives Generous Equipment Donation from Ring Automotive
Accrington and Rossendale College’s Motor Vehicle department has received a significant boost thanks to a generous donation from Ring Automotive as part of their recent Motor Vehicle Industry Day. Ring Automotive kindly contributed over £2,000 worth of specialist equipment to support their students in their learning and practical skills development. Ayub Moosa, Head of Construction, […]
Accrington and Rossendale College Apprentice Receives National Recognition from Institute of Carpenters
An apprentice from Accrington and Rossendale College has received national recognition from the Institute of Carpenters for his craftsmanship creating an elliptical table for a family member as part of his final year projects. Alongside the highly commended recognition, Luke Jackson won vouchers worth more than £300 from leading tool manufacturers to add to his […]
NCCG Hosts Secondary School Students Exploring Digital Futures as part of Cyber Education Week
Secondary school students from across East Lancashire have been immersing themselves in the world of technology and cyber education as part of Lancashire Cyber Education Week (3rd – 7th February). Year 10 students from Marsden Heights, The Hollins, and Hyndburn Academy participated in hands-on sessions at Accrington and Rossendale College, while Colne Primet Academy students […]
9,600 Bricks Donated to Support Accrington and Rossendale Bricklaying Students
9,600 bricks have been donated to Accrington and Rossendale College to help bricklaying students learn their craft. The generous donation of high-quality bricks was made by Michelmersh Brick Holdings PLC to Bricklaying Level 1 learners on 14th January 2025. The materials will be used in the students’ hands-on training, providing an invaluable opportunity to enhance […]
Accrington and Rossendale College Graded Ofsted Outstanding Once Again!
Accrington and Rossendale College has been graded by Ofsted as outstanding once again, following its inspection in December 2024. The grading of outstanding is the highest possible achievement and means Accrington and Rossendale College provides exceptional education which goes above and beyond. The breakdown for overall effectiveness for Nelson and Colne College Group, of which […]
Accrington & Rossendale College Student Wins Double Gold at International Ju Jitsu Competition
Accrington and Rossendale College (ARC) are celebrating the success of one of their students, Libby Whitehead, after she won two gold medals at the UNJJ International Ju Jitsu competition in Otterbach, Germany. Libby, a 20-year-old BSC Sports Coaching and Development student from Baxenden, has been practising Ju Jitsu since she was four years old. At […]
Celebrity Hairdresser Andrew Barton Inspires Future Stylists at Nelson & Colne College
Renowned celebrity hairdresser Andrew Barton, regarded as hairdressing royalty, brought his expertise and passion to Accrington and Rossendale College (ARC) recently, inspiring Hair and Beauty students from across Nelson and Colne College Group (NCCG) with insights from his remarkable career. With over three decades in the industry, Andrew has held prestigious titles including British Hairdresser […]
Julie Hesmondhalgh Awarded Honorary Fellowship at Accrington Town Hall
Students from Nelson and Colne College Group University Centre were joined by an award-winning actor as they celebrated their graduation ceremony. More than 150 students gathered at Accrington Town Hall to mark their academic achievements at the college’s 2024 graduation ceremony. This year’s event was particularly special as local actor and proud advocate for Accrington, […]