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Suffolk New College sets out strategy to 'solve skills dilemma' for local businesses
The college is taking a "brave, ambitious and innovative" approach with its five-year plan to support students and solve the "skills dilemma" in Suffolk.
Suffolk New College
Suffolk New College offers a wide range of practical courses, apprenticeships and adult learning designed to build real skills and confidence across the county. With campuses in Ipswich, Leiston, Halesworth and Otley, and strong links to local employers, students gain the experience they need to progress into work, further study or a new career.
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"I went in, cracked on and came out on top" – Suffolk apprentices head to national finals
Two determined Suffolk New College students have won regional construction competitions and are now setting their sights on becoming the best in the country.
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A journalist's return to roots
After spending four decades chronicling the lives of others, journalist Jenny Taylor has decided to write her own remarkable new chapter. At 69, she has swapped her notebook for gardening tools and enrolled at Suffolk Rural college to study landscaping and gardening.
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'You shook the hand that shook the world': Ipswich boxing ref's encounter with Lennox Lewis
An Ipswich boxing referee pursuing Olympic dreams received words of encouragement from former heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis at an international tournament.
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Suffolk college backs scrapping English and maths tests for adult apprentices
Suffolk New College is supporting new government changes that remove mandatory English and maths qualifications for apprentices over 19, affecting 47 current adult learners at the institution.
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Nine apprentices celebrated at Suffolk New College as National Apprenticeships Week kicks off
Suffolk New College has honoured its top-performing apprentices at an awards ceremony held at Ipswich's Chefs' Whites restaurant.
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Former college student follows teacher's footsteps to save lives in Suffolk
Cassidy Beeton turned inspiration into action, joining her former tutor as a Community First Responder while pursuing her paramedic dreams.
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Suffolk New College celebrates 100th industry partnership
Suffolk New College has reached a milestone in its industry partnership programme, with local financial advisory firm Becketts becoming the 100th company to join the scheme.
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College staff receive national recognition at House of Lords
Two Suffolk New College tutors have been recognised for their community work at a prestigious awards ceremony in the House of Lords, earning plaudits for initiatives ranging from arts funding awareness to supporting local charities.
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Suffolk New College joins Chartered Institution of Further Education
Suffolk New College has become a member of the Chartered Institution of Further Education, the voice for technical and professional education in the UK.
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College clothing donation inspired by staff member's lived experience
A Suffolk New College staff member who once relied on food banks has helped coordinate a donation of 15 bags of clothes to an Ipswich homeless charity, saying the organisation's work is "incredible".
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Farmer Christmas swaps sleigh for tractor in Witnesham school visit
For ten years, Suffolk Rural College lecturer John Attridge has been bringing festive cheer to Witnesham Primary School as Farmer Christmas, creating lasting memories for generations of pupils.