Meet Northumberland College’s Senior Leadership Team

The last three years have seen Northumberland College go from strength to strength and the college’s leadership team is looking towards an ambitious and bright future. The college’s Chief Executive Ellen Thinnesen explained how important it is that Northumberland College contributes to place shaping.  She said: “There are many exciting and positive economic developments across … Continued

DfE investment will expand college’s technical curriculum

Department for Education (DfE) capital investment in Northumberland College will take its provision of technical qualifications to a new level with expansion of T Level subjects in areas critical to the demand for skills and the rural economy.   Northumberland College, part of the Education Partnership North East (EPNE) a group of vibrant colleges, confirmed … Continued

New Principal outlines vision for Northumberland College’s future

The new Principal at Northumberland College will be leading an ambitious new era – with the help of key stakeholders from across the county. Gary Potts took over his role at the beginning of this month and one of his first priorities is to meet local school leaders, business bosses and community leaders in order … Continued

Get into an apprenticeship

Northumberland College is offering exciting apprenticeships with employers across a range of industries from agriculture to business and engineering to education.  Apprenticeships are a great way for people of all ages to earn while they learn, either entering a new industry or upskilling in their chosen area to progress. They offer the chance to learn … Continued

Northumberland College celebrates outstanding vocational results

Northumberland College students are a step closer to reaching their education and career ambitions after receiving their vocational qualification results.  Hundreds of the college’s students collected their results this summer with many accepting offers from some of the country’s leading universities, progressing to higher level apprenticeships or starting a new career.   The college achieved an overall … Continued

College supports Northumberland County Show

Northumberland College was proud to support the Northumberland County Show as it made its return after a two-year break due to the Covid pandemic.  Crowds flocked to the much-loved agricultural event at the showground Bywell, near Stocksfield, which was held over the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend to enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of a … Continued

College launches T Levels in Health and Education

Northumberland College is gearing up to deliver new technical qualifications for school leavers looking to pursue a career in health or early years education.  From September 2022, the college will be offering T Levels to help students gain the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in their chosen industry.  The two-year courses – which … Continued

Ofsted confirms ‘remarkable turnaround’ at Northumberland College

Staff and students are celebrating after a ‘remarkable’ turnaround saw their college jump from ‘requires improvement’ to ‘good’ and ‘outstanding’ in its latest Ofsted inspection. During the Covid pandemic, Ofsted visited the college three times, and each time found ‘significant progress’ and performance. Now following a full inspection, Ofsted has told senior leaders, that it … Continued

Principal of Northumberland College set to retire

Northumberland College Principal Nigel Harrett has announced his retirement after more than three decades of working in further education.  This summer staff and students at Northumberland College will bid a fond farewell to Nigel who took over the helm in 2019 as the college became part of Education Partnership North East, the largest college group … Continued