Table Tennis Wales and Coleg Cambria unveil new academy and performance hub
A TABLE tennis academy will look to develop and inspire the best young players across North Wales. The new strategic partnership between Coleg Cambria and Table Tennis Wales, which will also include a high-performance hub, aims to provide an inclusive community club programme, and dedicated grassroots coaching. Focused on all five of the college’s sites…
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Goal to grow women’s football at Cambria on target following tournament
THE goal to grow women’s football at a leading college is on target following a successful international tournament. Coleg Cambria lecturer and coach Sean Regan says prospective students can capitalise on a rise in interest and opportunities to play, train and gain a first-class education at the north east Wales institution, based in Deeside, Wrexham,…
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Businesses and education unite for conservation and biodiversity conference
STUDENTS led a crucial conference focused on climate change, sustainability and how to Invest in our Planet for future generations. Organised by Coleg Cambria Animal Management learners Anna Grimaldi and Lucy Windsor-Jones, more than 30 businesses, conservation organisations and members of the public attended the event at Northop Business School. To celebrate Earth Week, a series of…
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Up to 50 jobs up for grabs at Coleg Cambria recruitment events
A PIONEERING college continues to grow and create jobs that will have a positive impact on the economy in north east Wales. Coleg Cambria has organised recruitment events at its sites in Northop, Deeside, and Yale and Bersham Road in Wrexham to meet demand for new staff. Cambria has up to 50 vacancies for lecturers,…
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Northop ILS learners enjoy team-building day at Coleg Cambria Deeside
TEAM sports, dance and yoga were among the activities enjoyed by Coleg Cambria students on a unique team-building day. Independent Living Skills (ILS) learners from the college’s Northop campus took part in various sessions designed to improve health and wellbeing, boost confidence and further strengthen friendships. Organised by Student Voice Engagement Officer Mark Ryan Hughes…
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Apprentices selected for UK skills squad following college success at national competition
COLEG CAMBRIA learners have again demonstrated they have the skills to succeed on the global stage. Three apprentices have been selected for the WorldSkills UK squad in advance of the WorldSkills international event to be held in France next year. They are: Bella Bailey – Beauty Therapy Practitioner – Afon Spa, Aura Leisure Centre Deeside …
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Glowing Estyn inspection report for Coleg Cambria FE provision
COLEG CAMBRIA received a glowing report for its further education provision. Estyn, the education and training inspectorate for Wales, praised the north east Wales institution – which has sites in Deeside, Wrexham, Llysfasi and Northop – for its “clear focus on improving the learning experiences” of students. Inspectors also referenced Cambria’s “inclusive and caring environment”…
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Open events and sensory-supportive sessions coming up at Coleg Cambria
OPEN events – including accessible sessions for people wanting to learn in a sensory-supportive environment – will be held throughout March at Coleg Cambria. They will take place in person at the following sites: Deeside and Deeside Sixth – Wednesday March 8 from 5.30pm-7.30pm. Llysfasi – Saturday March 11 from 10am-12pm. Yale and Yale Sixth…
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Business School unveils free digital, environmental and creative courses for 2023
COLEG CAMBRIA has launched free courses in leadership, management and the creative, digital and environmental sectors for 2023. The college’s Northop Business School unveiled new programmes in association with partners such as NEBOSH and Prince2. Cambria will roll out the fully funded qualifications as part of the Personal Learning Account (PLA) Zero Net Skills scheme…
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Coleg Cambria in running for National Centre for Diversity Award
COLEG CAMBRIA has again been recognised for inclusion by a prestigious diversity organisation. The north east Wales college is in the running for the National Centre for Diversity Award for Inclusive Learning Leadership at the Association of Colleges (AoC) Beacon Awards, to be held next Spring. The Awards celebrate the best and most innovative practice…
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