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Cheshire College mark “extraordinary day” for A level results

Cheshire College mark “extraordinary day” for A level results

More than 200 A level students celebrated their A level results at the Crewe campus of Cheshire College – South & West today.

The work of staff and students has resulted in the highest number of A* grades achieved in the history of the college.

August 18, 2022
Wistaston walkers take part in challenge for cancer charity

Wistaston walkers take part in challenge for cancer charity

By Jonathan White
Wistaston woman Anne Garner joined friends to complete the “Pink Ribbon Walk” in Derbyshire to help raise funds for Breast Cancer Now.

Ann, a learning mentor at Cheshire College – South & West,  participated in the event at Chatsworth House a year after the original event was postponed due to the pandemic.

July 6, 2022
Reaseheath College collaborates on new skills competition

Reaseheath College collaborates on new skills competition

Talented students from partner colleges in Cheshire and Warrington have been battling it out in WorldSkills-style competitions designed to raise skill levels to meet employer needs.

The Cheshire Skills Competition is a new collaboration between Reaseheath College in Nantwich, Cheshire College South & West, Warrington & Vale Royal College and Macclesfield College.

April 25, 2022
Cheshire College marks five-year anniversary since merger

Cheshire College marks five-year anniversary since merger

Cheshire College – South & West is celebrating its five-year anniversary following the merger of South Cheshire College and West Cheshire College.

The milestone coincides with the Higher Education Graduation Ceremony at Chester Cathedral.

April 3, 2022
Cheshire College launches courses for adults seeking career change

Cheshire College launches courses for adults seeking career change

Cheshire College has launched new part-time courses for adults to upskill, retrain and futureproof their careers as the UK adapts to impact of Covid.

Courses based at the Crewe college include in business, construction, engineering, catering, fitness and health & beauty.

September 16, 2021
The Cat FM launches sister channel as home for Crewe and Nantwich talent

The Cat FM launches sister channel as home for Crewe and Nantwich talent

South Cheshire community radio The Cat FM is launching a new sister radio station to serve as a home for new music.

Bosses also hope Cat Xtra it will act as a platform for those wanting to get into radio to showcase and develop their talent.

September 6, 2021
Cheshire College students achieve “astonishing” 100% A levels pass rate

Cheshire College students achieve “astonishing” 100% A levels pass rate

Around 250 A Level students at Cheshire College celebrated their A Level results at the Crewe Campus today.

And despite the impact of Covid over the past 18 months, they achieved a pass rate of 100% across all 30 A Level subjects.

August 10, 2021
Nantwich student crowned “college champion” ahead of 12,000

Nantwich student crowned “college champion” ahead of 12,000

A Nantwich student is among those crowned “Cheshire College Champions” from almost 12,000 across the county.

Former Brine Leas School student Ella Swindley was one of four A Level learners named as a “Champion” by the College with campuses in Crewe, Chester and Ellesmere Port.

June 28, 2021
Cheshire College learners celebrated in virtual graduation

Cheshire College learners celebrated in virtual graduation

The accomplishments of more than 200 Cheshire College students were celebrated at a virtual graduation ceremony.

Graduates, friends and family came together with staff and stakeholders of Cheshire’s largest provider of post-16 education to celebrate their achievements.

April 25, 2021
Cheshire College learners stayed logged on during lockdown

Cheshire College learners stayed logged on during lockdown

More than 400 laptops have been distributed to Cheshire College learners to help teaching, learning and assessment remotely over the last 12 months.

The “One Million Laptops programme” announced in December 2020, guaranteed more than one million devices would reach schools, colleges and councils.

April 13, 2021
Cheshire College apprentices celebrated at annual awards ceremony

Cheshire College apprentices celebrated at annual awards ceremony

More than 40 of South Cheshire’s most accomplished apprentices came together virtually for Cheshire College’s Apprenticeship Awards 2021.

They recognise learners who have exceeded expectations and made significant contributions to their workplaces.

February 21, 2021
Cheshire College students join virtual mission to Moon

Cheshire College students join virtual mission to Moon

Crewe and Nantwich college students are on a mission to virtually reach the moon during lockdown by running, walking and cycling.

Cheshire College has joined forces with Association of Colleges Sport in their latest Lunar Challenge to collectively travel 238,855 miles with other member colleges.

February 9, 2021
Cheshire College – South and West to stage virtual open day

Cheshire College – South and West to stage virtual open day

Cheshire College – South and West is hosting its first Virtual Open Day of 2021 tomorrow (January 25).

The event is aimed at prospective learners and provides information they need to know about the College which has a campus in Crewe, as well as Chester and Ellesmere Port.

January 24, 2021