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Group to deliver free English and Maths courses over Easter
Monday, 27 March, 2023
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is inviting the public to take part in free English and Mathematics courses over the Easter break – enabling them to boost their literacy and numeracy skills.
The intensive three-day courses will enable learners to confidently apply these skills to everyday life and work settings, enhancing their prospects in education, training and employment.
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Wakefield Children’s University to hold May-Hem event for all!
Tuesday, 14 March, 2023
Wakefield Children’s University will be hosting a free family event at Castleford College on Wednesday 31st May 2023, 10am – 2pm. The May-Hem! open event is an opportunity for CU members and their friends and family to take part in activities provided by Learning Destinations and College tutors, all under one roof! The event is open to all, between the ages of 5-14, and is free to attend.
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Former student reaches SAS: Who Dares Wins final
Wednesday, 08 March, 2023
Former Engineering student of Castleford College, Faye Banks, successfully reached the final of the latest series of SAS: Who Dares Wins. Faye was one of 20 recruits who were put through their paces by the SAS: Who Dares Wins instructors Billy Billingham and his team of directing staff Jason Fox, Rudy Reyes and Chris Oliver.
Group and Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust hit 100th Apprentice milestone
Monday, 06 March, 2023
The Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust recently welcomed its 100th Apprentice with the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group since August 2022 - demonstrating the significant impact Apprenticeships have in supporting the economy.
Macey Denise Brooks, who is the 100th apprentice, will begin her Level 2 Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship at the Mid Yorkshire Hospitals…
Yorkshire’s colleges are teaming up to fight new free school proposals
Thursday, 23 February, 2023
Colleges across West Yorkshire are joining forces to oppose controversial plans to open a string of new free schools*. Seven free school applications - two apiece for Leeds and Bradford, one in Keighley, one in Kirklees and one in Wakefield - for new colleges or sixth form colleges have just been lodged with the Department for Education (DfE).
Castleford College to host industry training roadshow
Tuesday, 14 February, 2023
Castleford College is set to host the next training roadshow of the Original Equipment Suppliers Aftermarket Association (OESAA), which aims to strengthen the skills of today’s technicians and support the education of the next generation.
IT specialists help students improve their career prospects
Tuesday, 14 February, 2023
Specialists from Intelligency and Binary Managed Solutions (BMS) recently delivered talks to Information Technology students at Wakefield College as part of its Industry Day.
Eliot Ferrier from Intelligency, a specialist digital intelligence consultancy and Curtis Holt, from BMS, a leader in IT infrastructure and security requirements, delivered presentations about the…
Heart of Yorkshire Education Group Apprenticeship Awards winners announced
Friday, 10 February, 2023
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group marked National Apprenticeship Week 2023 with its Annual Apprenticeship Awards – recognising the exceptional achievements of its apprentices and the contributions of its employer partners.
National Apprenticeship Week 2023
Monday, 06 February, 2023
There’s lots to shout about this National Apprenticeship Week, with a range of activities going on across our three campuses to raise awareness of Apprenticeships and how they can transform lives.
Colleges celebrate another year of student success at awards ceremony
Friday, 16 December, 2022
Castleford College and Wakefield College ended the year on a high with a prestigious awards ceremony acknowledging its students’ achievements. Learners and their loved ones, College staff, award sponsors and Governors, gathered on Monday 12th December at Castleford College as part of its Student Awards Ceremony.