Wakefield College welcomed Further Education (FE) Commissioner Shelagh Legrave CBE to its campus this week, showcasing the College’s commitment to delivering high-quality education for its local communities.
During her visit, Shelagh had the chance to visit several areas of the College including the Seacole Building, home of the College’s University Centre.
Shelagh spoke to Higher Education Performing Arts students about their experience at the College and the progression opportunities which were available to them after completing their FE qualifications.
Amongst the facilities which Shelagh visited was the College’s training restaurant, where Hospitality & Catering students from Level 1 up to Level 3 were preparing for lunch service.
Shelagh’s tour concluded at the College’s Care & Early Years Department, where she spoke to T Level students about what they enjoy about their course and their career aspirations.
Shelagh chatting to students within the Care & Early Years Department
Sam Wright, Heart of Yorkshire Education Group’s Principal and Chief Executive Officer, said:
“We were delighted to welcome Shelagh to the College and for the opportunity to demonstrate the fantastic work our colleagues do to create a safe, positive and thriving learning environment for our students. We are continuously developing our curriculum and investing in our facilities to ensure our learners develop valuable skills and experiences which will shape them personally and their career aspirations - and it was great to be able to showcase this.”
The FE Commissioner works with local authorities delivering further education to improve the quality of education for learners, strengthen financial resilience, improve the quality of leadership and reduce the risk of intervention.
Wakefield College offers a range of FE programmes, including A Levels, T Levels, Vocational courses, Apprenticeships and Adult Learning.
These programmes are delivered across a range of subjects, including Animal Care, Art & Design and Media, Business & Management, Health & Social Care and Care & Early Years, Computing, Construction, Foundation Learning, Sport, Public Services and more.