Education Partnership Northeast (EPNE) has appointed Lee Lister as Northumberland College’s Kirkley Hall Campus Principal. In his previous role as Vice Principal, Lee has overseen a transformational journey at Kirkley Hall with major capital investments including a specialist new build for young people with SEND, an equine centre of excellence, new veterinary science labs and … Continued

Friday 21 March saw several Northumberland College staff take the role of torchbearers in a torchlit procession to celebrate Ashington heroes and because of work the College does to support its students and its community. The staff were recognised for their contribution to the community and for their work supporting students to succeed in their … Continued

Northumberland College Uniformed Public Students (UPS) are on a heartfelt mission to raise money to support two incredible charities that are making a profound difference in the lives of many, by taking part in a tandem skydive in May. The skydive will help to raise money for two charities and will also support improvements to … Continued

Education Partnership North East (EPNE) has been named the region’s top performing college group for 16-18 student achievement for the third year running. The group, which includes Sunderland College, Northumberland College, and Hartlepool Sixth Form College, was also ranked within the top 5% nationally in the 2023-24 National Achievement Rates Tables (NARTs) for 16-18 student … Continued

Northumberland College is leading the way in helping students with SEND overcome challenges finding and sustaining employment. The college, as part of Education Partnership North East, received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted in November 2024 across all areas, including its delivery of high needs support and supported internship programme. This achievement highlighted the continuous efforts … Continued

Northumberland College and Sunderland College students recently showcased their creative talents at an exhibition aimed at creating connectedness for local young people. The students, from the college’s Directions and Foundations SEND provision saw their work featured at the National Glass Centre as part of the ‘Autonomy Celebration’ event ‘The Skin We Live In’ alongside young people from … Continued

Northumberland College Zoo at Kirkley Hall has welcomed a new baby Goeldi monkey as part of its conservation breeding programme. Born on 27 December, the youngster is thriving at the zoo, and is a vital addition to supporting the survival of the Goeldi monkey population – a species which is classed as ‘vulnerable’ by IUCN … Continued

Northumberland College and Morpeth Town AFC are building on their successful partnership by launching a Women’s Football Academy from September. The college and the Northern Premier League side teamed up last year to offer a student-athlete programme which combines professional football coaching and competitive matches with outstanding education. The Academies will offer clear progression routes … Continued