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Duchy College celebrates historic Ofsted ‘Outstanding’

In a huge boost for learners, businesses and communities in Cornwall and Devon, Duchy College, part of the Cornwall College Group (CCG), is officially ‘Outstanding’. Following a week-long inspection by Ofsted, a glowing report praised CCG on its commitment to “exceptional learning opportunities”, “highly effective partnerships to meet the local training needs” and learners who are “h

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Duchy College and Cornish Mutual team up to support local farmers

More than 100 people from the farming community have benefited from Duchy College’s Sustainable Farming Incentive workshops, hosted in partnership with Cornish Mutual. The two successful events took place at Duchy College Stoke Climsland and Cornwall College University Centre at the Eden Project, providing practical advice and essential guidance to help farmers navigate key schemes, optimise

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Rosewarne’s exciting plans to drive local growth

Duchy College Rosewarne, near Camborne, has showcased exciting campus upgrades which will boost the local economy and support the food and agriculture sectors. New business enterprise space with almost 400 new work spaces have been created at the Rosewarne campus, for the use of start-up land-based industries such as market gardening, small scale food production and rural crafts. A redundant build

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Students raise more than £6,000 for the Royal British Legion

The Military and Protective Services academy at Duchy College Stoke Climsland has raised an impressive £6,056 for the Royal British Legion following the success of its annual Poppy Run challenge held on 11th November. The event saw students of all abilities taking on the challenge of completing mile loops around the college campus, each participant choosing their own pace and aiming to complete a

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Cornish Mutual Young Farmer Bursaries 2024 Winners

Two Cornwall-based students Imogen Ellis and Jacob Frost have been awarded Cornish Mutual Young Farmer Bursaries to support their studies. Currently on a degree course, Imogen was awarded a £750 Cornish Mutual Young Farmer Higher Education Bursary, while Jacob secured a £500 bursary for students in Further Education. After 14 years as a primary school teacher while also working on local farms, I

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College’s much-anticipated Apprenticeship Games are back for 2025

The Cornwall College Group is excited to announce the return of its renowned Apprenticeship Games in 2025, showcasing the talent and skills of apprentices from across the South West. This highly anticipated competition will take place on Wednesday 12th February, during National Apprenticeship Week, continuing a proud tradition of celebrating apprenticeships and their vital contribution to the regi

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Student Shine at Graduation in Truro Cathedral

More than 260 students from The Cornwall College Group celebrated their academic success in style at the stunning Truro Cathedral during this year’s graduation ceremonies. Graduates from Cornwall College University Centre at the Eden Project, Newquay University Centre Cornwall College, Duchy College, Bicton College, Falmouth Marine School, The Golf Education Partnership and Cornwall Coll

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Students set to raise thousands for the Royal British Legion

The Military and Protective Services students at Duchy College Stoke Climsland are gearing up to raise funds for the Armed Forces and Veteran community in their annual Poppy Run. Every year, the students demonstrate their commitment to the Royal British Legion, raising both funds and awareness in honour of those who have served. This year’s challenge, taking place on Monday 11th

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Bicton’s new high-tech lab revolutionises farming and sustainability

Our sister campus, Bicton College has officially showcased its ground-breaking Environmental Space Living Lab (ESLL), in collaboration with Satellite Applications Catapult, the lead of the ESLL project. This transformative facility poised to revolutionise the farming industry and propel sustainable practices to new heights through cutting-edge technologies. The ESLL is a pioneering facility, based

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Empowering Local Collaboration

The Cornwall College Group recently held a highly successful Senior Executives’ Forum (SEF) Networking Event at the Greenbank Hotel in Falmouth, bringing together business leaders for insightful discussions and opportunity-building talks. Rob Bosworth, Principal and CEO of The Cornwall College Group, opened the floor for engaging discussion with key guest speaker, Professor Emma Hunt, Vice Chanc

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Celebrating engineering on National Manufacturing Day

Local engineering students and apprentices have been celebrated to mark National Manufacturing Day, as Cornwall College and Plymouth Engineering Skills Centre (PESC) highlight emerging talent and the bright future of manufacturing. The Cornwall College Group is now in its third year of a highly successful academy programme with the Cornwall Manufacturers Group (CMG), which gives school-age student

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Soil Map of Cornwall Unveiled

A comprehensive soil map of the Lizard in Cornwall has been unveiled at the Cornwall College University Centre, based at the Eden Project, in a ceremony honouring the late soil scientist, Steve Staines. The map represents the first and only extensive soil study of Cornwall, testament to Steve’s dedication and expertise in the field. The University Centre will display the soil map along with a p

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Our Outstanding Ofsted results explained

The results are in, and Cornwall College Group has been given an Ofsted rating of ‘Outstanding’. But what does that actually mean, and how does Ofsted make its decisions? Ofsted ratings are due to change in the next academic year, but under the current system, colleges are given one of four overall ratings: 1 – Outstanding 2 – Good 3 – Requires improvement 4 – Inadequate What are coll

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A&P Triumphs at the 2025 Apprenticeship Games

Excitement, teamwork and determination were on full display at Duchy College Stoke Climsland as apprentices from across the region gathered for the eighth annual Apprenticeship Games. The event brought together 45 apprentices, all eager to take on a series of challenges designed to test their problem-solving skills, leadership and collaboration. After a day of intense competition, A&P emerged

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What are T Levels?

You’ve heard all about A Levels, but what about T Levels? And are they right for you? T Levels are a new type of qualification that were first introduced in 2020. They follow on from GCSEs and are equivalent to three A Levels. The two-year qualification was created in consultation with employers and businesses, to help students gain the skills, knowledge and experience that are really needed to