College Zoo’s vital role in protecting endangered species

Northumberland College Zoo is playing a vital role in conservation by helping protect and rebuild the populations of endangered animals across the globe. The zoo’s dedicated team of keepers have been chosen to manage the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP) for its goeldi’s monkeys, classified as a vulnerable species due to the deforestation of their … Continued

College celebrates opening of Kirkley Hall SEND Centre

Northumberland College has celebrated the completion of its inspirational new build learning environment for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The college hosted a special event to officially open its bespoke SEND Centre at Kirkley Hall Campus which has been created as part of a major capital investment programme supported by the Department for … Continued

Kirkley Hall SEND Centre nominated for construction award

Northumberland College’s inspirational learning environment for students with special education needs and disabilities has been nominated for a prestigious regional construction award. The state-of-the-art SEND Centre at Kirkley Hall Campus is a finalist for the Value category at the 2021 Constructing Excellence North East (CENE) Awards.  Part of a multi-million-pound regeneration project managed by real estate consultants Hollis, the campus’ existing Kielder Building … Continued

Digital boot camps launched to address skills shortage and boost job creation

People from across the North East are to benefit from a new set of digital training courses to develop specialist skills and improve their opportunities of securing a job with local businesses. The Skills Bootcamps in Digital are short, intensive courses in subjects such as data analysis, digital marketing, web development and cyber security. They … Continued

New Engineering and Manufacturing Industry Lead for college

A new engineering and manufacturing Industry Lead has been appointed by Education Partnership North East to support Northumberland College further develop its engineering and manufacturing technical curriculum. One of its sector specialisms, the college group intends for Northumberland College to play a leading role in the industry’s future within this important North East LEP skills … Continued

Equine graduate presents at Alltech-Hartpury Conference

A Northumberland College alumni’s research has been recognised at one of the country’s most prestigious Higher Education equine conferences.  Bekki Schofield, who studied an FdSc in Equine Performance and Coaching before graduating with a BSc first class honours, was chosen to present an abstract of her dissertation at the Alltech-Hartpury Conference.  Aimed at Higher Education students from across the UK, … Continued

National recognition for outstanding student Sophia

A Northumberland College Animal Management student’s academic achievements and stand-out contribution to her local community has received national recognition.  Sophia Williams, who is studying an Advanced Technical Diploma in Animal Management at the college’s Kirkley Hall Campus, won the Lord Glenamara Pupil Technical Award after being praised by lecturers for her dedication to her studies … Continued

Regional Welding and Fabrication Training Centre announced

An innovative partnership between Northumberland County Council, Northumberland College and Port of Blyth is to establish a welding and fabrication training facility in Blyth. Investment of £1.08m will deliver a technical vocational training centre at the Port’s South Harbour terminal which will focus on training school leavers, adults and sector employees in welding and fabrication … Continued

Outdoor Adventure Academy students enjoy Wales residential

Northumberland College Sport and Active Leisure students took on the great outdoors during a recent residential trip to Wales. The students took part in a range of activities including climbing and mountaineering which sharpened their skills as well as improving their confidence and knowledge of operating in challenging environments. During the week, the group lived … Continued