Aspiring students receive insight into TV & Film industry

A-Level Film Studies students from Hartlepool Sixth Form College and Sunderland College recently visited the Northern TV and Film Studios in Hartlepool for an introduction into the industry, promoting creative courses and opportunities. The aspiring students were able to meet and listen to professionals as well as up and coming talent, talk about barriers to … Continued

Students across college group took on series of fundraising challenges

Hundreds of students across Sunderland College, Northumberland College and Hartlepool Sixth Form College took on a series of challenges to promote mental health awareness. Through the challenges, hosted at each college’s campuses, the students united in support of the British Inspiration Trust (BRIT) through activities with the theme of ‘24’ for this year’s event, which … Continued

Hundreds of students across regional college group to take on fundraising challenge

Students across Sunderland, Northumberland and Hartlepool Sixth Form College are to take part in several activities and challenges to raise awareness of mental health, fitness and wellbeing of young adults and students across the UK as part of The British Inspiration Trust (BRIT). The BRIT supports young adult and student mental health, fitness and wellbeing … Continued

Hartlepool Sixth Form signed pledge to become a College of Sanctuary

Further Education Colleges of Sanctuary is an initiative to celebrate the good practice of FE Colleges who foster a culture of welcome and belonging for all, especially students with asylum seeking and refugee backgrounds.  On 1st December 2023, we signed the pledge as a supporting organisation, committing to the below:  Take positive action to embed … Continued

Tees Valley colleges secure £2.5m funding to bridge skills gaps

Colleges across the Tees Valley have joined forces with North-East businesses to tackle a widening skills gap after securing millions of pounds of government funding.  The move is part of a drive to help people launch careers in key industries, up-skill the workforce through innovative projects and boost economic growth across the region.  A £2.5m … Continued

College launches Future Ready Hub

Hartlepool Sixth Form College has launched an innovative ‘one-stop-shop’ to enhance students’ experience and support their journey towards a successful future.  The Future Ready Hub will be rolled out this Autumn, bringing together all the resources students may need during their time at college and beyond, whether this is the world of work or further … Continued

First cohort of T Level students impress with high grades

The first cohort of T Level students at Hartlepool Sixth Form celebrated after discovering that they gained the grades to achieve their future ambitions. In September 2021, the sixth form launched the pioneering technical qualifications which bring classroom learning and an extended industry placement together on a course designed with businesses and employers. The students … Continued

Hartlepool Sixth Form students make the grade on Results Day

Students at Hartlepool Sixth Form are celebrating after discovering that they have gained the grades to achieve their future ambitions. The sixth form’s A-Level, T Level and vocational students received their results today (Thursday 17 August) with many accepting offers from some of the country’s leading universities, progressing to higher level apprenticeships, or starting a … Continued

North East contractors appointed for technical skills redevelopment

Education Partnership North East (EPNE) has confirmed the local contractors who will deliver the next phase of a multi-million-pound investment plan across its college campuses. In autumn 2022, the college group announced substantial funding from the Department for Education’s (DfE) T Level Capital Fund (TLCF) would see state-of-the-art facilities established at Sunderland College, Northumberland College … Continued