Alumna Alice inspiring next generation as college prepares for landmark anniversary
A FORMER Coleg Cambria student who was among the first through the doors of Deeside Sixth is now helping inspire the next generation to engage with politics, history and democracy through her work at Gladstone’s Library. Alice Cleave, from Broughton, studied A Levels in Politics, History and Geography at the college after leaving St David’s…
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Future doctor and business leader celebrate Deeside Sixth success
TWO ambitious students are heading from Deeside Sixth Form Centre to leading UK universities as they take the next steps towards careers in medicine and international business. Aspiring doctor Oscar Taylor will study Medicine at University College London (UCL), while Mikey Knapp is heading to the University of Leeds to study International Business and Finance….
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From Wrexham to Glasgow as Devashree pursues AI ambitions
A TALENTED Wrexham student with ambitions to make her mark in artificial intelligence and software engineering is preparing for an exciting new chapter at the University of Glasgow. Devashree Deshpande, 18, will study Computer Science at the prestigious university after two successful years studying A Levels at Coleg Cambria’s Yale Sixth Form. The former Maelor…
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GCSE results – Cambria ready to support pupils whatever their grades
COLEG Cambria is on hand to support school pupils receiving their GCSE results today (Thursday). Lecturers, advisors, and admissions staff are ready to offer guidance, reassurance, and practical advice to anyone unsure about their grades or considering next steps. Whether learners are exploring A Levels, apprenticeships, or vocational training, Cambria is there to help, with…
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From dog grooming to Martyn’s Law: Cambria launches new adult courses
FROM aesthetics and dog grooming to conversational languages and printmaking, Coleg Cambria has unveiled a diverse new programme of part-time courses for adults this autumn. The September intake brings together professional qualifications, creative subjects and career-focused training designed to fit around work, family and other commitments. Courses include Aesthetics, Dog Grooming, Printmaking, CAM/CNC Manufacturing, Conversational…
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Students raise the bar again with exceptional A Level and BTEC results at Coleg Cambria
STUDENTS are toasting an “exceptional” set of A Level and BTEC results, capping off a year that’s seen Coleg Cambria go from strength to strength.Chief Executive Yana Williams and Principal Sue Price today (Thursday) congratulated learners at the college’s sites in Deeside, Wrexham, Northop and Llysfasi, as they collected grades that will carry them into…
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Table tennis boom as FE partnership inspires more than 1,500 across North Wales
LEGIONS of young people have discovered the benefits of table tennis thanks to a thriving partnership between Coleg Cambria, Table Tennis Wales, Active Wrexham and schools across North Wales. Building on a collaboration that has engaged more than 1,500 people through coaching, competitions and community events since 2023, the latest programme of activities at the…
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Coleg Cambria champions skills excellence on UK’s first Vocational Celebration Day
COLEG Cambria joined education providers, employers and training organisations across the UK in championing the achievements of learners as part of the inaugural Vocational Celebration Day. The college marked the national awareness day – supported by Enginuity – on Thursday (August 6) by shining a spotlight on another outstanding year for its students, apprentices, staff…
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Growing Demand Sees Jobs Growth Wales+ Summer School Reach Record Numbers
RECORD numbers of school leavers are taking their first steps towards the future at Coleg Cambria after enrolling on its expanded Jobs Growth Wales+ summer school. Up to 100 young people are taking part across the college’s Deeside and Wrexham campuses this summer, including 60 at Deeside alone – the highest number to date. Designed…
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AI skills gap in the spotlight as Coleg Cambria launches business programme
COLEG CAMBRIA has launched a Generative AI Essentials programme to help businesses across the region understand and apply artificial intelligence in the workplace. Nearly two-thirds of UK organisations now use AI, yet a lack of expertise remains the single biggest barrier to adoption, cited by 35% of businesses. Further education colleges like Cambria are increasingly…
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