Suffolk New College
Suffolk New College is a further education college in Ipswich rated "good" by Ofsted
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College's zoo dream inspires student conservation mission to Africa
Students at Suffolk Rural College are working to turn their wildlife conservation dreams into reality, launching an innovative adoption scheme to fund a life-changing trip to South Africa. The initiative comes as the college pursues its ambition to become a licensed zoo.News
Suffolk employers unite to showcase career opportunities to more than 3,000 students
Some of the county's largest employers partnered with Suffolk New College to help bridge the gap between education and industry at the first FutureSkills Fair on 04 November.News
Meet the Suffolk family who can't stay out of the kitchen
A 16-year-old aspiring chef is training at Suffolk New College, following in the footsteps of her father and grandfather and continuing a family tradition that spans half a century.Feature
Suffolk New College receives £50,000 boost for student facilities
Ipswich Borough Council has provided a £50,000 funding boost to Suffolk New College to create new computer facilities and learning spaces, including specialist equipment for games design students.News
Sizewell C pledges 500 jobs for Ipswich residents
Sizewell C has committed to creating 500 jobs for Ipswich residents during the construction of the new nuclear power plant, as part of an agreement with Ipswich MP Jack Abbott.News
Thousands of young people to attend FutureSkills Fair in Ipswich
A major careers event aimed at inspiring 14-16 year olds is set to take place at Suffolk New College on 4 November, with 3,000 youngsters already signed up to attend.News
Two teens arrested after knife incident at Suffolk New College
Police have arrested two teenage boys following reports of individuals brandishing knives outside Suffolk New College in Ipswich last week.News
Freeport East invests nearly £1m to boost local businesses and skills
Freeport East is injecting almost £1 million into East of England businesses and education organisations through two new funds to support small businesses and strengthen opportunities in high-growth sectors like clean energy.News
To infinity and beyond: College welcomes new alpaca Fuzz Lightyear
Suffolk New College's Rural campus has welcomed an adorable new arrival, with a baby alpaca making his debut just in time for the new term.News
73-year-old great-grandad accepts creative writing holiday after GCSE success
73-year-old Danny Davey has been offered a creative writing and walking holiday in the Peak District after passing his English GCSE, 59 years after leaving school at 14.News
Terry Baxter to step down as Ipswich Central chair
Terry Baxter has announced he will leave his role as Chair of Ipswich Central, the town's Business Improvement District, at the end of 2024.News
Mother and daughter both say 'hello' to college life this term
A 52-year-old mum and her 16-year-old daughter are starting new courses at Suffolk New College this week, marking an exciting journey for both.News
From Instagram to Italian: Suffolk New College unveils affordable new leisure learning courses
Suffolk New College is launching a new autumn programme of short and affordable "leisure learning" courses, ranging from Italian to Instagram.News
Suffolk heart attack survivor conquers 879-mile cycle challenge
A 50-year-old Suffolk man who took up cycling after surviving a heart attack has completed an epic 879-mile journey from Land's End to John o'Groats in just four and a half days.News
Local students score gaming industry experience with Ipswich games studio
Over twenty Suffolk New College students have gained valuable experience through month-long internships at Alarming Ladder, an indie games studio based in Ipswich.News
Ipswich kickboxer aims to reclaim world title
Martin Dimitrov, 19, will compete in the WKO Open World Championships in Barnsley next week, aiming to reclaim his 82kg world title.News
Ipswich apprentices reach prestigious national skills competition finals
Two apprentices from Suffolk New College have qualified for the national finals of WorldSkills, a prestigious vocational competition.News
Ipswich lecturer's Olympic boxing protégé sends emotional thank you from Paris
An Ipswich college lecturer received a heartfelt message from the Olympic boxer he's trained since childhood as the athlete prepares to compete in Paris.News
Ipswich Town Deal projects progress with £25m investment
A £25 million government investment is driving forward ten major projects to regenerate Ipswich town centre.News