Andover College UK

Sparsholt College Group which incorporates Andover Campus were proud to attend the 2024 UK and Ireland Green Gown Awards ceremony and are delighted to announce that we have been named as the winner of the ‘Tomorrow’s Employees’ award🎉 The award recognises the pinnacle role that SCG is playing in ensuring both its staff and the region’s employers can deliver green skills which will continue to shape the future of our planet through its Triangulating Green Skills works. Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/e7zbdBrZ

We are delighted to share the news of our recent partnership with Lee Stafford Education. As the academy's first partner in Hampshire, we are excited to offer prospective students this creative edge in the hairdressing industry. Students who enrol on the course at Andover College will benefit from working with award-winning stylist Lee Stafford under 'Michelin Standard' training in up to 22 fundamental skills and techniques. They will have the chance to learn Lee's renowned hair styling recipes and leave Andover College with the fundamentals of great hair design, primed for all the incredible opportunities the hair industry has to offer.  Helen Perry, Assistant Principal, Professions said:  “Partnering with Lee Stafford education is hugely exciting for staff and students at Andover Campus. Together we are committed to equipping our students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to excel in the ever-evolving hairdressing industry, enhancing our existing curriculum Lee Stafford Academy will bring exciting opportunity, a wealth of industry knowledge and the highest of standards, preparing the students for successful futures in the industry.” Read more about the partnership and recent launch here - https://lnkd.in/ecjahx_5

We are delighted to share a collection of photos from Results Day, this morning, with our network. There was a huge sense of pride and celebration from staff, students and parents as students came to collect their results, celebrated with their peers, family and friends and enjoyed complimentary coffee and sweet treats. Ben Stokes, Vice Principal, Curriculum Andover said:    “Today’s results are the culmination of the hard work that our learners, parents and staff have put in over the course of their studies. The results showcase their exceptional talents that have been honed during their time at Andover College whether they were studying an A-level, BTEC or T-level subject. They will move on to university or ambitious careers and we will watch with much excitement and pride as they excel in everything they do. “We would like to congratulate each and every one of them and also take this opportunity to thank those who work with us to cultivate an environment that allows them to flourish – parents/guardians and our colleagues in secondary schools – Thank you and good luck for the future!” Read more - https://bit.ly/3ApAkb3 

🏆 Achievers Awards 2024 🏆 We are delighted to share a wonderful collection of photos from this years Andover Achievers Awards. The Awards are a culmination of all the hard work and dedication that students, staff and parents showcase throughout the academic year at Andover College. Their results are a powerful indicator of the quality of teaching and support the college provides and demonstrating that students are getting the most out of their time at Andover College. We would like to extend our congratulations to all award winners and our sincerest thanks to this years' sponsors and guest speaker, Alisha, who made the evening all the more special. The Travelling Cupcake Beverly Botha Andover Advertiser Sophie Day AFS CrossFit & Nutrition Coaching STEM Learning UK Ajay Sharman The Lights Theatre Snap-on Weystone Financial Ash-Lee M. James University of Winchester Matt Webster The Local Marketing Company Dmitrijs Meiksans Test Valley Borough Council Jackie Hewson Andover Mind Libby Hilling Tesco Morgan Sindall Construction Stannah Group Read more here - https://bit.ly/3Ae59zk 📷 Find more photos here - https://bit.ly/3WAIVip

We are delighted to share a recent project brought to life by a group of our students and the Mayor, Cllr Phil Lashbrook, who worked together to create a map of Test Valley to hand to the two European towns we're twinned with during their recent visit. On his visit back to the college last week to collect the maps, the Mayor was delighted to see the finished product. This was a fantastic project for our students to work on and we are thankful for the opportunity 👏 Well done everyone! Helen Perry Test Valley Borough Council

S A V E T H E D A T E 📅 Thursday 25 April 17:00-19:00 We are delighted to share our forthcoming event, to launch our new state-of-the-art Healthcare facilities, with our network! The event promises to be an exciting showcase of innovation, and an opportunity to network with fellow Healthcare professions, explore potential partnerships with the college and take part in the transformative impact our Healthcare resources will have on education and workforce development. We are proud to pave the way for the next generation of brilliant Healthcare professionals and hope that you will join us in our celebration. Book your space - https://lnkd.in/eFFhKsAq

Join us on Thursday 25th April 2024 from 5.00pm to 7.00pm as we celebrate the launch of our new, state-of-the-art Healthcare facilities at Andover College

Today we welcomed a number of trades and employers to a Construction Employer Breakfast event with CITB.   It was chance to share the opportunities linked to our students at Andover College and with CITB's grants/funding to support future workplace experiences.   Guests were invited to tour our facilities and hear about the T Levels within Construction and the opportunities they create within the industry.   We wanted to extend our thanks to those who attended and took part in this morning's event.   Jackie Hewson Carys Hatcher Anne-marie Edwards Neil Hibberd Assoc. CIPD Rachel Vearncombe Natalie Sprake William Campbell Andrea Parker Helen Perry Graham Ayrton We hope to work with you again towards the end of the Summer Term 2024. 

Join us for a morning of networking and learning at the CITB Employer Breakfast on 22 March 2024 at 8:00 AM! We look forward to welcoming local trades to discuss how Andover College and CITB can help you with work and industry placements, navigating apprenticeships and the grants and funding available. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3TbVDCJ

Happy International Women's Day! This years theme is #InspireInclusion 'When we inspire others to understand and value women's inclusion, we forge a better world.' Sparsholt and Andover Principal, Julie Milburn celebrated #InternationalWomensDay this morning at Sparsholt's Hampshire Rural Business Centre. It was great to meet with so many Hampshire and IOW Further Education and Sixth Form female principals including Peter Symonds College, The Isle of Wight College, City of Portsmouth College, Brockenhurst College, Farnborough Sixth Form as well as Gemma Baker from the Association Of Colleges #IWD2024