Stockport College student and passionate debater introduces Head of Ofsted at national conference
The spotlight was firmly on 18 year old Hajira Qaiser, a second year student at Stockport College, as she took to the stage to introduce Sir Martyn Oliver, His Majesty’s Chief Inspector, at the Association of Colleges Annual Conference in Birmingham last week. Hajira was invited down personally by Sir Martyn during a visit to […]
First student clinic held in ‘Road to Votes at 16’ initiative
Trafford and Stockport College Group is leading the way in empowering young people to understand and engage with democracy through its new ‘Road to Votes at 16’ Roadmap. The roadmap comes after the Government announced plans for 16-year-olds to gain the right to vote by the next General Election. The first initiative on this roadmap […]
TSCG recognise inspiring males on International Men’s Day
International Men’s Day is a yearly event for people to appreciate the men in their lives and this year’s theme is ‘Celebrating Men and Boys’. Teams at Trafford and Stockport College Group are made up of some of the most hard-working and inspirational males in the industry, who represent our community values. Research highlighted by […]
3,800 young people secure their right to vote through pioneering college initiative
A pioneering move by Trafford & Stockport College Group saw 3,800 students take their first step into democracy by registering to vote during college enrolment week. This trailblazing initiative, which is now being incorporated into colleges across the UK, will ensure that young people have the tools, confidence, and knowledge to exercise their democratic rights […]
Chief Inspector of Ofsted, Sir Martyn Oliver, chats one to one with our students in exciting roundtable talk
On Wednesday 12th November, Sir Martyn Oliver, Chief Inspector of Ofsted, visited Trafford and Stockport College Group for a tour of our Stockport College campus. During his visit, Sir Martyn explored several departments including Engineering, Hair and Beauty Services and English & Maths. He spoke with both students and teachers about upcoming plans for their […]
A Student’s Journey: Hammad Jabeen at Trafford & Stockport College Group
When Hammad Jabeen first joined Trafford College’s Altrincham campus to complete his GCSEs, he had no idea which course he would pursue next or that his journey would take him from an ordinary student to a standout Student Leader, representing his peers before college governors, and eventually becoming a staff member within the very same […]
Trafford and Stockport College Group Joins National Celebration of Lifelong Learning
Get the Nation Learning Week is underway across the UK, running from 3–7 November, spotlighting the power of lifelong learning. The initiative aims to inspire individuals and communities to embrace education at every stage of life. Trafford and Stockport College Group has proudly joined the movement, reaffirming its commitment to adult education by signing the […]
Greater Manchester Leads the Way with Historic Armed Forces Covenant Supporting Young People from Military Families
In a landmark moment for education and community collaboration, all nine of the Greater Manchester Colleges have united to sign the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging their commitment to support 16–19-year-old students from military families across the North West. This first of its kind initiative in the UK marks a significant step forward in recognising and […]
African and Caribbean Heritage Month Brings Communities Together
This October, colleagues and learners across the group came together in a powerful celebration of African and Caribbean Heritage Month. The month served as a vibrant reminder of the importance of reflection and celebration in building a culture rooted in inclusion and respect. Across campuses, the atmosphere was alive with energy and pride as a […]
A fresh start: Our new induction experience
Starting a new job can feel like a big step, but at Trafford & Stockport College Group, we want every colleague to feel at home from the very beginning. That’s why the People and Culture Team has completely redeveloped our new starter induction process. The new programme is all about creating an inclusive, welcoming experience […]