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Engineering apprentice wins national industry award
A refrigeration engineering apprentice at Eastleigh College has been named ‘National Student of the Year’ at the cooling industry’s annual awards. Seventeen-year-old Luke Haile, who is in his second year of a three-year Engineering Technician advanced apprenticeship with Fareham-based Lightfoot Defence Ltd, discovered he’d won the coveted title and top cash prize during a special online broadcast event.
Transformative bursary funding keeps on giving huge benefits to learners
For the second year in a row, Vocational Training Charitable Trust (VTCT) has gifted bursary funding for Eastleigh College to invest in the latest professional kitchen and salon equipment for the benefit of the learners.
Two-way support as learners engage with mental health charity
Enterprise learners at Eastleigh College pulled on resources from Hampshire’s leading mental health charity, Solent Mind. They gained invaluable knowledge as they worked in teams to create a mental health awareness campaigns, and many also found the insight personally beneficial.
Triple triumph: Three students shortlisted for national industry award
Three Eastleigh College engineering apprentices shortlisted for RAC & IOR Student of the Year at national cooling industry awards. Luke Haile, Matthew Huckle, Gemma Weston and five students from other colleges will compete for the coveted title which will be announced at a special event and broadcast on 9 December 2020.
Employers' support instrumental to mock interview success
Leading organisations from across the public sector supported Eastleigh College’s careers team in successfully delivering the college’s first ever online mock interview week. The event, which was organised by SUN Progression Mentor, Becky Parker, was well received by both learners and representatives who volunteered their time.
Launch of UK-Dutch Logistics Career Colleges network to benefit learners
Eastleigh College is one of only seven FE colleges in the UK to be part of The Career Colleges Trust, which has joined forces with STC International in the Netherlands to launch a pioneering network of specialist logistics colleges.
Eastleigh College Confirms COVID-19 Cases
At midday on Thursday 19 November we were made aware of eight confirmed COVID-19 cases amongst College learners. Based on the information supplied in seven of these cases there has been possible transmission linked to attendance at the College. In addition two staff members are required to self-isolate whilst seeking tests. Through our seating and group plans we have been able to quickly identify any learner(s) who were in proximity to the affected learners and all identified learners have been contacted in advance of this information being posted online and through social media. The College has also made contact with the parents, guardians or carers of these individuals where they are under 18, or under 25 and have an Education Health and Care Plan. Read more.
National recognition for careers and enterprise innovation
Eastleigh College has been commended by the Association of Colleges for the careers and progression support it provides to learners by being shortlisted for this year’s Beacon Awards. This recognition highlights the outstanding work of the college’s career and work readiness team, and other staff across the college who are dedicated to ensure learners are fully aware of the opportunities available to them.
Interns reap employment and skills advice from Borough Council expert
Employment and skills expert from Eastleigh Borough Council, Lea Hampton, visited Eastleigh College to provide talks to all the college's newly appointed supported interns. Lea, who works with schools and colleges to promote awareness of skills shortage opportunities and encourage the development of skills, provided invaluable tips on job hunting and interview techniques.
Eastleigh College Confirms COVID-19 Cases
At midday on Friday 13 November we were made aware of four confirmed COVID-19 cases amongst College learners. Based on the information supplied there has been no transmission linked to attendance at the College. In addition through our seating and group plans we have been able to quickly identify any learner(s) who were in proximity to the affected learners and all identified learners have been contacted in advance of this information being posted online and through social media. The College has also made contact with the parents, guardians or carers of these individuals where they are under 18, or under 25 and have an Education Health and Care Plan. Read more.
The rise in online courses helps people and businesses get back on their feet
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact on jobs and businesses, Eastleigh College has experienced an increase in demand for online courses, and we believe these digital, part time professional courses will be pivotal as individuals and employers get back on their feet as people upskill or retrain.
Chewton Glen nurtures talented young chefs from Eastleigh College
Three Level 3 Professional Cookery students have joined the team at the luxurious Chewton Glen Hotel in the New Forest as commis chef. Emily King, James Tumilty and Harrison Le Marechal, all completed their formal culinary training at Eastleigh College in July.