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  • Building links with China

    Foundation Degree Multimedia students have joined forces with the Chengdu Art Professional College in China to work simultaneously on a shared design programme.

  • Apprentice reaches final of ‘Master of the Rolls’

    Trainee decorator, Patrick Samples, from ncn came second in the annual Apprentice Paperhanger of the Year competition organised by the Painting and Decorating Association (PDA) and hosted by ncn.

  • ‘Magical’ artwork at ncn Lace Market Gallery

    The Midlands Artists in Glass, Ceramics and Sculpture group (MAGiCS) are exhibiting at ncn’s Lace Market Gallery between 7 and 16 December.

  • Students get creative at careers conference

    The College held its third annual Creative Careers Conference, to provide students with an insight into the creative industries and enhance their academic studies between 22 and 26 November at ncn City campus and Broadway Media Centre.

  • 'Rebranding' Skegness for Global Entrepreneurship Week

    Foundation Degree Business and Management students travelled to the Lincolnshire seaside town of Skegness to work on a rebranding exercise for Global Entrepreneurship Week 2010 which ran from 15-21 November.

  • Double celebration at AoC Beacon Awards

    We are celebrating a double triumph after being named an Association of Colleges Beacon Award winner for our successful engagement with local employers and being Highly Commended for our work to widen student participation.

  • ncn competitors make Squad UK

    It was announced today by Further Education, Skills and Lifelong Learning Minister John Hayes that Markus Wernitznig, 19 and Ben Billows, 20, have been selected as members of Squad UK, with the hope that they will be ready to take on the very best from across the globe at the largest skills competition there is - WorldSkills London 2011 in October next year.

  • ‘BEST’ Construction students awarded

    Construction students received five out of nine accolades in the 2010 East Midlands regional Building Services Engineering Training (BEST) Awards.

  • ‘Beyond Ourselves’ exhibition at ncn Lace Market Gallery

    Make-up students transformed the faces of actors from the Nottingham Operatic Society for their production of Beauty and the Beast at the Theatre Royal between 9 and 13 November.

  • Students’ fairytale makeover

    Coinciding with the British Art Show, Beyond Ourselves brings together five contemporary artists, exhibiting at ncn’s Lace Market Gallery until 2 December.

  • Launch of Cooper & Taylor ncn Academy

    A brand new training facility for Hairdressing and Barbering apprentices has been launched at ncn’s city centre commercial training salon in the Lace Market.

  • Colleges Week 2010

    Colleges Week runs from 8th to 14th November. This is an annual celebration of the vital role colleges play in providing people and businesses in the UK with the opportunities they need to succeed.

  • Tudor-themed floristry with a contemporary twist

    Floristry students have created festive floral decorations at Wollaton Hall for its Tudor Christmas events during November.

  • 'Great British Bake Off'

    Level 3 Professional Cookery Diploma (pastry cooks) students completed a special baking challenge in October.

  • Industry experts join together for Construction Conference

    Inspiration, Innovation and Opportunity’ was the theme of the fourth annual Construction Conference.

  • Tea party welcomes international students

    International students from across the globe made new friends and learned about British traditions at a tea party on 20 October at the College's City campus.

  • Chief Executive of the YPLA gets the grand tour

    Peter Lauener, Chief Executive of the Young Peoples Learning Agency (YPLA), engaged with staff and students during his first visit to the College on 21 October.

  • College donation to help new course in Africa

    The College has shipped a 40-foot container of teaching equipment and supplies to West Africa.

  • Enchanted fashion shoot at Nottingham Castle

    Fashion students showcased their unique fashion designs at a photoshoot at Nottingham Castle on 21 October.

  • ‘Dens and Lairs’ exhibition

    Local artist, Nick Mobbs, is exhibiting his work ‘Dens and Lairs’ at ncn’s Lace Market Gallery.

  • Students look to the future

    Compass Group, TGI Fridays, bmibaby and Yummy Jobs (who recruit for Disney World) were among industry visitors to ncn recently for Futures Day.

  • International partnership leads to new courses in Africa

    A new Supervisory Management training programme is being delivered at the Gambia Technical Training Institute (GTTI) in West Africa.

  • Freshers have fun at the Fair

    ncn held its Freshers’ Fair - Carnival of the Strange - at Clarendon campus on 21 September to welcome new students to the College.

  • ‘The Body’ exhibition at ncn Lace Market Gallery

    Mixed media artist, Iain MacLeod-Brudenell, is exhibiting at ncn's Lace Market Gallery from 4 to 20 October.

  • Learners support celebrity chefs

    Hospitality and Catering students assisted industry professionals including celebrity chef Gino D’Acampo and Caribbean soul food star Momma Cherri at the Nottingham Food and Drink Festival from 23 to 26 September.

  • Try out the new look Adams Restaurant

    The Adams Restaurant & Brasserie at ncn City campus is now open with a new contemporary look, a new Head Chef and fresh, modern menus.

  • Celebrating our heritage in the Lace Market

    The College’s Adams Building in the historic Lace Market opened its doors to the public on Saturday 11 September as part of the annual National Heritage Open Days event.

  • Students awarded for excellence

    The highest achieving male and female ‘A’ Level ncn High Pavement students of 2010 were each awarded a ‘High Pavement Society Prize for Excellence’ on 7 September at ncn High Pavement Sixth Form College.

  • Returning to learning reaps rewards for GCSE students

    Among the ncn students collecting their GCSE results at the Trent FM Arena on 24 August were many adult learners who had returned to education to change career or to improve their prospects.

  • New floristry workshops

    If you would like to try your hand at floristry or brush up on your existing skills then why not enrol on one of ncn’s new workshops?

  • 'A' Level students flying high

    Hundreds of ncn students opened their ‘A’ Level results at the Trent FM Arena on 19 August.

  • Get a head start in industry with the new Enterprise Diploma

    We are offering a brand new course for 16-19 year olds that aims to increase employability. Unique to ncn, the Enterprise Higher Diploma offers an opportunity to combine vocational training with real business situations.

  • ‘Animal Kingdom’ exhibition at Lace Market Gallery

    Fine Artist, Angela Ho, is showcasing her thought provoking ‘Animal Kingdom’ collection at ncn's Lace Market Gallery from 6 to 29 September...

  • Students encourage peers to aim higher

    ncn students have been taking part in a project aimed at increasing the attainment and aspirations of young people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities in Nottinghamshire, enabling them to plot a journey towards higher education (HE)...

  • Notts ice hockey duo picked for England squad

    ncn Personal Assistant, Helen Moss, will represent the country on the England Women’s Ice Hockey team...

  • Markus a step closer to representing the UK

    A Foundation Degree Fashion Interpretation and Practice student has been invited to attend training ahead of the selection process for the team that will represent the UK at the international WorldSkills competition in London next year...

  • Sky’s the limit for up and coming designer

    Foundation Degree Design student, Yui Waraporn’s sustainable design project ‘Second Life’ has won the Sky Award at the New Designers exhibition in London...

  • Staff and students run City & Guilds demos

    Catering staff and students showcased their skills at the City and Guilds 'Market Place Event' at Battersea Power Station in London...

  • College thanked for charity fundraiser

    Staff and students were among those recognised for their help raising money for a local cancer care charity at a reception on Tuesday 27 July, hosted by former Mayor of Gedling, Cllr Suzanne Prew-Smith...

  • Volunteering efforts rewarded

    More than 50 students celebrated their volunteering achievements at a special awards night at ncn Basford Hall...

  • A fond farewell to the Berridge Centre

    Past and present staff and students gathered together for a special event to celebrate the history of the Berridge Centre, which closes at the end of July...

  • Paper sculptures on display

    A free exhibition by artist Claire Bauling is open to the public until 12 August at the ncn Lace Market Gallery...

  • Students shine at Young Creative Awards evening

    Three students from ncn were announced winners at this year’s Young Creative Awards on 5 July at Nottingham Contemporary...

  • A blooming perfect shot!

    Budding young photographer, Coralie Haywood, from New College Nottingham (ncn) has achieved first prize in the 12-18 age group of Nottingham City Council’s Nottingham in Bloom photography competition...

  • Looking for something to do this summer?

    The new artSpaceWorkshops summer/winter 2010 programme is now out and packed full of exciting one and two day workshops...

  • Hair, Beauty & Floristry extravaganza

    Hair, Beauty and Floristry students showcased their talents at a special end of year show and award presentation on 5 July at ncn Clarendon...

  • Hospitality Apprentice Provider of the Year

    The College has been awarded the title of Hospitality Apprentice Provider of the Year at the Hospitality Apprenticeship Awards 2010...

  • New talent showcased at fashion shows

    Fashion students presented an exciting range of collections at the end of year Fashion Shows from 30 June to 2 July...

  • ncn adds value to retail skills shop

    The College is the lead training partner of Futurestore, a retail skills shop launched in June in Westfield’s Broadmarsh shopping centre...

  • Students help produce anti-stigma DVD

    A group of Performing Arts students have helped to produce a film which aims to de-stigmatise emotional well-being issues in young people...

  • You’re never too old to learn something new

    Residents from Queenswood MHA Home (Methodist Homes for the Aged) in Beeston are learning how to communicate effectively in the 21st century thanks to a unique ‘intergeneration programme’ set up by ncn and Chilwell School...

  • Innovative approach to Health & Safety wins prize

    Two Design students’ innovative approach to health and safety training has resulted in ncn being highly commended by the Association of Colleges (AoC)...

  • A showcase of ‘exquisite’ taste

    Art, Design, Fashion & Media students showcased their work at a special end of year show, Great Thoughts – an exhibition of exquisite taste, between 23 and 25 June at the ncn Lace Market School, 25 Stoney Street...

  • Public Services students raise over £1400 for Air Ambulance

    Public Services staff and students presented a cheque for more than £1400 to the Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance on Monday 28 June, which they raised by taking part in a 17 mile sponsored walk around East Leake...

  • ncn apprentices win regional heats of Britain’s biggest skills competition

    Construction students, Ben Hall, 17, and Andrew Olivero, 24, have achieved first place in 'wall & floor tiling' and 'plastering' respectively at the regional heats of Britain’s biggest construction skills competition...

  • Celebrating national VQ Day – 23 June

    VQ Day is the national celebration for people who gain vocational qualifications every year, and for those who help them achieve this success...

  • Book your tickets for the catwalk fashion shows

    Fashion students are putting the finishing touches to their final collections ahead of the College’s end of year catwalk fashion shows...

  • Fashion students win double gold

    Two Foundation Degree Fashion Interpretation and Practice students have won gold awards in the national WorldSkills UK Made to Measure Fashion Design competition...

  • Apprenticeship Award Winners

    An ncn student and a college business partner have triumphed at the East Midlands Apprenticeship Awards. ...

  • Construction students celebrate at annual awards

    The achievements of the top 50 Construction students/trainees were celebrated on 10 June at the College’s annual Construction Awards...

  • New student radio - listen now

    The College has launched a new online student radio station for the summer term...

  • ‘Plantastic’ learners brighten up College campus

    Learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities (LLDD) at ncn have been using their entrepreneurial skills to create colourful floral displays for the outside area at ncn Hucknall.

  • College receives outstanding contribution award

    The College's School of Food, Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism has been awarded an ‘Outstanding Contribution to Industry’ accolade at the 2010 Nottinghamshire STARS awards...

  • Caring students help grant wishes

    Fifty students from the School of Childcare, Social and Health Services have raised over £200 for Nottingham based charity When you wish upon a Star...

  • ncn awarded for most popular community event

    ncn's Community team has been presented with the ‘best event and organiser’ award from the Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire County Council for an event they held as part of The Big Learning Weekend.

  • Opportunity to have your say about the BBC

    You are invited to give your views about the BBC. The regional BBC Audience Council is holding an event at the College on Thursday 17 June to hear YOUR views about the BBC...

  • Nottingham hotels welcome student supervisors

    Final year Foundation Degree Hospitality Management students have been taking charge of service at Nottingham hotels, restaurants and bars over the past three months.

  • Principal announces retirement at end of 2010/2011 academic year

    New College Nottingham (ncn) Principal, Geoff Hall, has announced that he will retire at the end of the next academic year, i.e. with effect from 31 July 2011.

  • Acting student hits the silver screen in Robin Hood

    Danny Clarke, BTEC National Diploma Acting student, is appearing on cinema screens around the world in the new Russell Crowe blockbuster, Robin Hood.

  • Celebrating Adult Learners’ Week

    The College held a series of events to promote adult learning across Nottingham between 13 and 19 May...

  • Four WorldSkills UK fashion finalists

    Four Foundation Degree Fashion Interpretation and Practice students from ncn have reached the final of the WorldSkills UK Made-to-Measure competition.

  • Students cook up business success

    Enterprising ncn students have come up with a tasty way to make money, donate to charity and showcase their entrepreneurial skills.

  • ncn staff rewarded for long service

    The dedication and loyalty of the College's longest serving staff were celebrated at the ncn Long Service Awards Ceremony 2010.

  • New College Nottingham receives prestigious AoC Beacon Award

    New College Nottingham is celebrating after receiving an Association of Colleges’ Beacon Award at a presentation ceremony in Westminster, London, for its ‘Keeping Warm’ initiative which improves student retention.

  • New Skills Suite at Clarendon

    A newly refurbished ‘eco-friendly’ training kitchen was officially opened at ncn Clarendon on Thursday 4 February.

  • ncn supports Apprenticeship Week 2010

    National Apprenticeship Week runs from 1 - 5 February 2010. Organised by the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS), it celebrates the talent and skills of apprentices and showcases the benefits of Apprenticeships programmes and the value apprentices bring to the organisations they work for.

  • Gambian training programme gets underway

    A team of Hospitality Management and Tourism staff from ncn visited The Gambia from 8 to 15 January to develop a special training programme for the Gambian tourism industry in conjunction with the Gambia Technical Training Institute (GTTI).

  • Sports student reaches national championships

    ncn student Alishia Palmer has won a place at the British Colleges Sport (BCS) National Championships 2010.

  • Gain a few pounds in the New Year with the Adult Learning Grant

    For many people, the New Year is a time to focus on losing a few pounds. But the Learning and Skills Council is doing the exact opposite by helping people add a few pounds, to their bank balances, through the Adult Leaning Grant (ALG).

  • Winning poster design helps police tackle knife crime

    Students from the Media BTEC National Diploma course (interactive media, games and digital graphics) have been working with Nottinghamshire Police to design a poster for a national campaign which aims to reduce gun and knife crime involving young people.

  • 2009

  • Twice as nice - mum of two wins childcare awards

    Hard-working Childcare, Social and Health Services students were recognised at the annual school awards evening at ncn Basford Hall...

  • New group supports young parents

    ncn and Basford Children's Centre held a special event on Tuesday 15 December at Heathfield Park Community Centre to launch a new ‘Young Mums, Dads and Carers Group’.

  • Nottingham Media Academy secures industry accreditation

    Nottingham Media Academy, a collaboration between ncn, Nottingham Trent University, Confetti and Broadway Cinema & Media Centre, has been awarded with accreditation by Skillset, the Sector Skills Council for the Creative Media Industries.

  • 10 years of US success for ncn students

    Students from New College Nottingham have been chosen to undertake summer placements at an American Country Club for the tenth consecutive year.

  • ncn celebrates National Skills Academy status

    The College celebrated its status as a Founder College of the National Skills Academy (NSA) for Creative & Cultural Skills with a launch event and special performance of ‘Grim’ on Friday 11 December.

  • Multiple award win for ncn Maths students

    Maths students at ncn High Pavement Sixth Form College have attained their best ever scores in the prestigious UK Senior Maths Individual Challenge, achieving a local record for the total number of awards.

  • Partnership with NTU Students' Union benefits HE learners

    The relationship between the Students’ Unions (SU) at New College Nottingham (ncn) and Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has grown stronger through the updating and extension of a ground-breaking Reciprocal Agreement between the two organisations.

  • Multimedia student wins national radio award

    An ncn Multimedia student has been named ‘Best Newcomer’ in the national Student Radio Awards 2009.

  • Business Breakfast Showcase

    The College held a business breakfast on 2 December to showcase the benefits of apprenticeships and to provide an insight into what ncn can offer businesses, along with the opportunity for networking.

  • Conference gets creative juices flowing

    ncn held its second annual Creative Careers Conference, to provide students with an overview of opportunities in the creative industries, on Thursday 26 November at Broadway Media Centre and ncn City Campus.

  • HE students graduate at Royal Concert Hall

    Over 170 ncn university level students gathered together to celebrate their academic success and receive their qualifications at the ninth annual Higher Education (HE) Graduation Ceremony on Sunday 15 November at the Royal Concert Hall in Nottingham.

  • New College Nottingham wins prestigious AoC Beacon Award

    ncn is celebrating after being named an Association of Colleges Beacon Award winner.

  • Job seekers retrain to gain pathway to employment

    ncn is running a series of skills courses, funded through the Learning and Skills Council (LSC), to help the unemployed retrain and get back into the workforce.

  • Catering students support charity dinner

    Hospitality and Catering students at New College Nottingham helped to raise £1200 for a local Leukaemia charity by assisting the Mayor of Gedling, Councillor Suzanne Prew-Smith, at her festive Christmas cookery demonstration on 3 November at Goosedale conference centre.

  • Celebrating Colleges Week

    ncn held a series of activities to mark national Colleges Week between 9 and 15 November 2009.

  • Construction wins two major training awards

    The School of Construction has won two national awards for plastering achievement throughout England, Scotland and Wales, from The Worshipful Company of Plaisterers.

  • Wollaton Hall gets a Christmas makeover

    Floristry students have created a variety of festive floral designs to decorate Wollaton Hall for its Tudor Christmas events during November.

  • Floristry students recreate WorldSkills designs

    New College Nottingham (ncn) Floristry students were asked to recreate an award-winning floristry display for the East Midlands ‘National Training Awards’ ceremony.

  • Going behind the scenes at the Royal Centre

    The Royal Centre Nottingham gave ncn students a taste of the wide range of jobs available behind the scenes in technical theatre and live music events on 15th October.

  • English Tea Party for International Students

    International students enjoyed a taste of British culture at a classic English tea party on Wednesday 14th October at ncn City Campus.

  • Volunteering team ‘Reach’ new high

    ncn’s Volunteering team has successfully achieved Reach, the national quality practice framework for Youth Action agencies, in recognition of its high standard youth-led volunteering.

  • War-time fashion shoot at Brewhouse Yard

    Forty five ncn Fashion students showcased their unique designs for a photoshoot at Brewhouse Yard – Museum of Nottingham Life on 16 October.

  • Industry experts unite for Construction Symposium

    The third annual Construction Symposium, aimed at industry employers, university academics, industry suppliers and manufacturers, key support and funding agencies, and professional bodies, was hosted by Nottingham Construction Forum (NCF) and ncn on Wednesday 7 October at Basford Hall.

  • Autumnal designs decorate Abbey

    Floristry students displayed autumnal-themed floral designs at Newstead Abbey for its ‘Seasonal Celebration’ on 25 - 28 September.

  • Cooking with celebrities!

    Celebrity chefs including James Martin, Brian Turner and James Tanner utilised the services of ncn Hospitality & Catering students at the first Nottingham Food & Drink Festival in September.

  • Freshtival!

    ncn held its new look Freshers’ Fair Freshtival at Clarendon Campus between 15th and 17th September to welcome new students to the College.

  • Apprentice reaches paperhanging final

    Trainee decorators showcased their well honed decorating skills at the annual Apprentice Paperhanger Competition, organised by the Painting and Decorating Association (PDA) and hosted by ncn on 5th September.

  • Construction students are the 'BEST'

    ncn Construction students received six out of eight accolades in the 2009 East Midlands regional Building Services Engineering Training (BEST) Awards in recognition of their outstanding achievements.

  • Colourful characters at Heritage Day

    The ncn Adams Building in the historic Lace Market opened its doors to the public on Saturday 12th September as part of the annual National Heritage Open Days event.

  • High Pavement Society awards top students

    The highest achieving male and female ‘A’ Level ncn High Pavement students of 2009 were each awarded a ‘High Pavement Society Prize for Excellence’ on 9th September at ncn High Pavement Sixth Form College.

  • New online prospectus builder! myCollegeNottingham

    The College has introduced an exciting new area on its website which allows potential students to build their own personal prospectus.

  • GCSE Students' Success

    Students collected their GCSE results at the Trent FM Arena on 27th August.

  • 'A' Levels Success

    Hundreds of New College Nottingham (ncn) students opened their ‘A’ level results at the Trent FM Arena on 20th August. This year the pass rate for ncn High Pavement Sixth Form College is 97% - a 1% increase on last year.

  • Looking for an apprenticeship?

    Want to do an apprenticeship, but can't find employment? ncn offers alternative apprenticeship routes for young people who are unable to find employment to start a traditional apprenticeship.

  • Teen parents return to learning

    Eight parents aged between 15 and 19 have now applied for a college place or training, after attending the first ‘Young Parents Academy’ at ncn Basford Hall.

  • Russian Partnership Talks at ncn

    ncn has hosted a delegation from the Russian city of Krasnodar, which is earmarked to host the 2014 winter Olympics.

  • Lecturer works for WorldSkills

    Plastering lecturer, Kevin O’Keefe, has been appointed by WorldSkills UK to work at the international WorldSkills competitions in London 2011.

  • Sky's the limit for new designer

    HND Graphic Design student, Rheannon Cummins, won the ‘Sky Green Award’ at the New Designers exhibition in London on 15th July, for her sustainable design project.

  • Top Performers rewarded

    The first School of Performing Arts & Music Awards was held on 1st July at ncn Clarendon.

  • Graham Allen MP congratulates young graduates

    Young learners at ncn graduated from the Schools Outsourced Provision (SOP), a two-year programme of study designed for 14 - 16 year olds, on 10th July.

  • 'A' Level efforts rewarded at High Pavement

    Staff and learners from High Pavement and City 'A' Levels celebrated the outstanding achievements and progression of students at a special awards ceremony held on 30 June.

  • Latvian students complete Business Diploma at ncn

    A group of 15 Latvian students have visited ncn to complete a 2 year ncn accredited business diploma qualification that they have been studying as part of a unique partnership agreement with the Private School of The Humanities in Riga, Latvia.

  • A book of recipes from around the world

    The culinary skills of six students on the ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) World Cookery course was celebrated at a special food tasting and award presentation on 25th June at ncn Bath Street campus.

  • 10th Anniversary Fashion Shows at Clarendon

    Fashion degree students presented a stunning array of designs on the catwalk 24th June at ncn Clarendon Community Theatre as part of National VQ Day.

  • Junior Academy Showcase

    14-16 year old Nottingham school pupils from the ncn Junior Academies were celebrated at a special Junior Academy Showcase held on Saturday 27th June at ncn Clarendon.

  • Hair, Beauty and Floristry Awards

    The achievements of Hair, Beauty and Floristry students were celebrated at a special awards evening at ncn Clarendon Community Theatre on 29th June.

  • Allotment looks Plant Tastic!

    A group of students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities at ncn are discovering more about planting and growing their own fruit and vegetables thanks to the arrival of new tools and equipment donated by Warburtons.

  • Fresh talents showcased

    Art, Design, Fashion and Media exhibited their work at a special end of year show at the ncn Lace Market School in June.

  • Celebrating talented Construction students

    ncn held a special awards evening to celebrate the achievements and talents of its Construction students on 11th June at the Notts County Football Ground.

  • National success for fashion student

    Fashion student Markus Wernitznig has won the silver medal in the national WorldSkills UK Made to Measure fashion design competition, after beating off stiff competition from university-level candidates.

  • Nottingham Restaurant Awards Success

    Daniel Cartledge has been named ‘Young Chef of the Year’ at the annual Nottingham Restaurant Awards.

  • 10th Anniversary Celebration

    ncn marked its 10th Anniversary with an impressive gala dinner on Monday 8th June at the Adams Restaurant & Brasserie.

  • Floristry lecturers blossom

    Two ncn Floristry lecturers have become top of their profession after successfully passing the highest Floristry qualification in the country.

  • Design students are high 'Caliba'

    Design students were set the challenge to create a brand new range of static designs for Caliba – a leading provider for signage, graphics and design solutions, based in Nottingham.

  • Top young chefs compete - Nottingham Restaurant Awards

    ncn hosted the Nottingham Restaurant Awards ‘Young Chef of the Year’ competition on 1st June in the Adams Restaurant & Brasserie.

  • SkillPLUMB Awards Success

    Two ncn Construction students have achieved first and second place at the Midlands heat of SkillPLUMB, a competition organised by SummitSkills, sector Skills Council for building services engineering.

  • Hairdressing student goes for gold

    NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing student, Danielle Bradley, will compete in the national final of the WorldSkills UK Advanced Hairdressing competition at L’Oreal in London on 12th June, after scoring high marks at a regional heat held at ncn Clarendon in May.

  • International Student Awards

    The College rewarded sixteen of its international students at a special awards ceremony on 2nd June.

  • Linking up with The Gambia

    Adrian Pratt, Curriculum Director of Lifestyle, visited The Gambia in May to cement the foundations of an educational partnership, following a successful bid to the DIUS-funded Education Partnerships in Africa Initiative, managed by the British Council.

  • Best Waiter/Waitress Awards

    ncn hosted The Best Waiter/Waitress Award on 18th May. The award, which was introduced in 2007, aims to encourage and inspire people within Nottinghamshire's restaurant industry and to help promote front of house as a well-respected profession.

  • ncn shines at the Nottinghamshire STARS awards

    Three ncn finalists were announced winners at the 2009 Nottinghamshire STAR Awards on 14th May.

  • Students add flavour to their designs

    Art & Design students have been using their skills and imagination to create a new poster design for a competition to advertise Flavour of Hockley, café and external catering specialists.

  • Free introductory courses for jobseekers

    Have you been unemployed for six months or more? ncn can help you build the skills you need to get back into the job market!

  • Celebrating Adult Learners' Week

    ncn held a series of events to promote adult learning across Nottingham between 11th and 15th May as part of Adult Learners’ Week.

  • Markus shows 'WorldSkills' at Graduate Fashion Week

    Markus Wernitznig will have his innovative ‘Brit-inspired’ shirt-dress design showcased at Graduate Fashion Week in June, after winning a place in the final of the WorldSkills UK Made-to-Measure fashion design competition.

  • Retail students design John Lewis window

    A ladies’ fashion window designed by ncn Retail student Martha Oliver, 20, was unveiled at John Lewis in Nottingham on Wednesday 13th May.

  • Students prove to be 'world class' competition

    New College Nottingham hair and beauty students have beaten off stiff competition from across the region to gain top marks in the WorldSkills UK 2009 regional competitions.

  • A Celebration of Culture

    The College’s annual International Day was held on Wednesday 6th May at ncn City campus.

  • Students 'take over' local establishments

    Hospitality Management students are taking over the food and drink service at a number of Nottingham hotels, restaurants and pubs.

  • College is praised for employer provision

    ncn is one of the first colleges to be awarded an ‘outstanding’ classification by Ofsted for employer responsive training provision which is highlighted in a report published by the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills (DIUS).

  • Making rubbish fashionable

    Fashion students at ncn have designed a range of unique t-shirts from recycled rubbish as part of a project run by Veolia Environmental Services Nottinghamshire.

  • ncn football team vs Notts County

    ncn's football team had the opportunity to play Notts County under 16’s reserve team on 8th of April at Calverton Miners Welfare Football Club.

  • Speaking Up - Local students quiz MPs

    The Students’ Union (SU) organised a debate between local students and notable MP’s and decision-makers on 3rd April, to provide a platform for them to raise a range of issues affecting them and their peers.

  • Easter Fun Day at Paper Lace Nursery

    The Paper Lace Day Nursery at ncn City Campus held a special Easter Fun Day on Thursday 9th April.

  • Making a splash - Gambian study trip

    A group of five Tourism students travelled to The Gambia from 10th–17th March to learn about Gambian tourism and its effect on people living along the Gambia river.

  • Young chefs cook up a storm

    A group of 27 budding chefs graduated from the latest Junior Chefs Academy (JCA) & Pastry Chefs Academy (PCA) on Saturday 21st March.

  • Volunteer of the Year Awards

    The achievements of student volunteers were celebrated at a special awards night at ncn Clarendon Community Theatre on 31st March.

  • Youth MPs ' Speak Up'

    Young Learners with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities (LLDD) at ncn have been learning all about Parliament as part of ‘Speaking Up Youth Parliament’.

  • Health & Safety is top on the menu

    Hospitality & Catering staff and students have been helping to support the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) in its national awareness campaign ‘Shattered Lives’, to highlight the consequences of slips, trips and falls in the work place.

  • Learners design for 'LIFE'

    A group of Learners with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities (LLDD) ncn were commissioned to design and paint a new sign for ‘LIFE’, an organisation which provides activities and education to LLDD clients throughout Nottinghamshire.

  • Environment Debate Win

    A team of degree students from New College Nottingham (ncn) have won the first East Midlands Institute of Hospitality (IOH) Environment Debate, held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Nottingham on 11th March.

  • Torvill and Dean costumes inspire college fashion project

    First Year Fashion students at ncn have been working on a Torvill and Dean-inspired project after the National Ice Centre approached the students to help them design an exhibition of costumes worn by the legendary skating duo, to mark the 25th anniversary of their Olympic success in 1984.

  • Dancing in the rain

    A dramatic dance show by ncn Foundation Degree Dance students was performed at the Clarendon Community Theatre, New College Nottingham, Pelham Avenue on Wednesday 18th and Thursday 19th March.

  • Over £1,400 raised for Red Nose Day

    Staff and students took part in a number of fundraising activities to support Comic Relief during 9th – 13th March.

  • Going Global - Business students hold trade fairs

    BND Business students staged two ‘International Trade Fairs’ during February and early March.

  • Extreme Green Challenge

    A team of six students on the Sports Enrichment Programme at ncn were awarded 2nd place in the ‘Extreme Green Challenge’ on 25th February.

  • High flying students recognised at Awards Evening

    The annual ncn School of Food, Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism, Aviation, Sport and Public Services awards evening was held on Thursday 4th March at the Adams Restaurant & Brasserie.

  • Sweet success for catering student

    Patisserie student Emma James has won a competition to spend a day at the acclaimed World Service restaurant with head pastry chef, Colin Whittle.

  • Fashion students style for Debenhams

    BTEC National Diploma Fashion and Fashion Retail Diploma students from ncn were invited to showcase their flair for style by dressing two Debenhams window displays, for a promotional ‘off the catwalk’ event in the Nottingham store on Saturday 28th February.

  • TUI presentation for Travel students

    Sixty Travel, Tourism, Aviation and Hospitality students from ncn gained insight into a variety of career options with travel company TUI during a special presentation at the College on 25th February.

  • Personal and Community Development Awards

    The achievements of students on ncn’s Personal and Community Development Learning (PCDL) courses were celebrated at a special awards event held at Nottingham’s Council House on 26th February.

  • Masterclass for Beauty Students

    NVQ Level 2 Beauty Therapy students benefited from an expert masterclass at the ncn Clarendon beauty salons on Tuesday 24th February.

  • Crime Scene Investigation

    Students on the BTEC Forensic Science course carried out a mock crime scene investigation (CSI) at ncn Basford Hall on 24th February as part of their practical course assessment.

  • College welcomes new Deputy Principal

    We are pleased to announce the appointment of Julie Ashton as Deputy Principal.

  • New Creative Apprenticeships

    The ncn School of Performing Arts and Music held an event for creative industry partners at ncn Clarendon during National Apprenticeship Week, to promote the benefits to employers of the Creative Apprenticeships now offered at ncn.

  • Prize-winning student art on display at Boots

    Six BTEC National Diploma Design students from ncn have won prizes in a design competition set by the Boots Technical Centre.

  • Junior Hair & Beauty students celebrate their graduation

    Young hairdressers and beauty therapists at ncn celebrated with friends and family at a special Junior Academy graduation ceremony held at ncn Clarendon on 7th February.

  • Women in Construction show how it's done

    The School of Construction held a special apprenticeship workshop for women on Wednesday 25th February.

  • Councillor supports student sexual health campaign

    Students played an important role in an event aimed at helping young people take responsibility for their sexual health, held at ncn Basford Hall on Wednesday 11th February, in partnership with the Nottinghamshire Primary Care Trust (PCT).

  • 'Light Night' Celebrations

    Students helped to light up Nottingham city centre on Friday 13th February, for the return of ‘Light Night’, an event organised by the City Council to showcase the variety of nightlife, entertainment and activities available for families and people of all ages in Nottingham.

  • Reaching for the stars

    Three NVQ level 2 Health & Social Care students from New College Nottingham (ncn) have been awarded Star Units to reward them for their commitment and dedication to achieving excellence in their learning.

  • Students snip their way to success

    Level 3 Hair students on Work Based Learning programmes showcased their talents on the catwalk at the College’s annual hair competition, ‘Xposure’ on 2nd February at ncn Clarendon Community Theatre.

  • Employer Engagement Conference is huge success

    The College held an Employer Engagement Conference on 29th January at ncn Basford Hall. The conference brought together key organisations within Nottinghamshire with the aim to share good practice between the College and its training partners.

  • Celebrity Masterchef demonstration at ncn Clarendon

    Celebrity Masterchef winner and former Atomic Kitten, Liz McClarnon, created a selection of tasty pork dishes at the ncn Demonstration Theatre on 4th February as part of the ‘Love Pork Properly’ UK tour.

  • Fashion students design new uniform for Hart's

    Foundation degree Fashion students at ncn showcased their designs at a catwalk show at Hart’s restaurant on Monday 2nd February, after Hart’s approached the College to be involved in a competition to design their new staff uniform.

  • Talented young hockey player is picked for GB squad

    Nicola Jenner, 17, currently studying Sport & Exercise Science, has been selected for the Great Britain Colleges hockey team after being nominated by ncn for a series of trials.

  • National Recognition for Fashion Students

    A BTEC National Diploma Fashion student from New College Nottingham is a step closer to having her designs made into clothes for Marks & Spencer, after being shortlisted in a prestigious national design competition.

  • ncn Construction students celebrate at top industry award

    Construction student Tom Healy has won a RAC Magazine ‘National Student of the Year’ award, which recognises excellence in refrigeration and air conditioning engineering.

  • ncn presents 'The Threepenny Opera'

    Theatre Arts students at ncn showcased the work of German dramatist Bertolt Brecht's ‘The Threepenny Opera’ at Clarendon Community Theatre in December.

  • Former Fashion student launches new 'IDENTITY'

    A former ncn Fashion Retail student has launched Dee’s Boutique ‘IDENTITY’, a brand new online fashion business based in Nottingham, which sells unique women’s clothing sourced from designers in Japan and America.

  • Commemorative art marks slavery abolition

    A commemorative piece of artwork designed by New College Nottingham (ncn) GCSE students has been presented to the College by the Lord Mayor of Nottingham.

  • 2008

  • ncn Celebrates Ofsted Success

    Staff and governors at New College Nottingham (ncn) are celebrating the publication of their Ofsted report following the College’s inspection process in October.

  • Caring students are rewarded

    The achievements of students in the School of Childcare, Social and Health Services were celebrated at a special awards evening held at ncn Basford Hall on Wednesday 3rd December.

  • ncn students learn from world class dancers

    Professional dancers from the prestigious Stephen Petronio Dance Company in New York and London-based Richard Alston Dance Company have been sharing their skills and experience with Foundation Degree Dance students at ncn.

  • Maths Students Add Up to Victory

    ncn High Pavement Sixth Form College maths students scooped five Gold awards, five Silver awards and ten Bronze awards in the national United Kingdom Mathematics Trust (UKMT) Senior Maths Challenge in December.

  • Hair and Beauty students make-up models for the catwalk

    Level 3 Hair and Specialist make-up students at ncn took part in a ‘Narnia’ inspired fashion show on 26th November as part of the Sneinton Festival Youth Project, Winter Wonderland. The show helped to raise money for the Women’s Refuge Centre.

  • College holds first Creative Careers Conference

    A Creative Careers Conference, aimed at providing students with an overview of the opportunities open to them in the creative industries, was held by New College Nottingham (ncn) on Tuesday 11th November at Broadway Media Centre, Broad Street, Nottingham during the first annual Colleges Week.

  • Student volunteer wins place on National Conference Team

    16 year old Lauren Smith, student volunteer at ncn has recently been awarded a place on the National Student Conference Team 2009, an initiative organised by ‘Volunteering England’ (VE).

  • On Your Marks...GET SET...COOK!

    Catering Students took part in a Skills Challenge on Friday 14th November as part of the first ever national Colleges Week and to raise money for the BBC Children in Need appeal.

  • Double award win for School of Construction

    ncn’s School of Construction has been recognised for its expertise in plastering training, receiving two awards at the prestigious national ‘Plaisterers’ Training Awards 2008’ held at Plaisterers’ Hall, London on 29th October.

  • ncn Participates in the UK's Biggest Business Breakfast

    ncn held a special Business Breakfast on Thursday 13th November, as part of the first national Colleges Week - a celebration of colleges taking place 10th – 16th November.

  • Students 'make-up' zombies to break world record

    Level 3 Make-up students at New College Nottingham (ncn) made-up over 1,000 zombies on 31st October, for a special Halloween event to break the Guinness Book of Records for the largest gathering of zombies.

  • ncn students create a 'crime scene'

    BTEC National Diploma (BND) Acting and BND performance students from New College Nottingham (ncn) were chosen to star in a new DVD which will be shown to over forty police forces from around the country at a special conference at the end of November.

  • Fashion students create sportswear with a twist

    Forty five first year BTEC Fashion and Clothing students at New College Nottingham (ncn) showcased their sportswear fashion designs for a photoshoot at Victoria Leisure Centre, Nottingham on Friday 17th October.

  • ncn students learn from leading dance company

    Five dancers from the prestigious London-based Richard Alston Dance Company delivered a special workshop for dance students on Wednesday 15th October at the ncn Clarendon Community Theatre, involving a lot of fun as well as real training and discipline.

  • Students win East Midlands Engineering Awards

    ncn Construction students virtually swept the board at the 4th annual East Midlands Building Services Engineering Training Awards on the 14th October, winning five out of a total of six awards in recognition of their outstanding achievements.

  • Celebrity Stylist Opens New Hair & Beauty Salon

    Andrew Barton, celebrity hair stylist on hit Channel 4 make-over show 10 Years Younger, has officially opened Your Look - a new commercial hair and beauty salon located at ncn Clarendon.

  • ncn wins national Plaisterers' Training Awards

    ncn has won 'The Regency Vase' award for plastering achievement throughout England, Scotland and Wales for 2008 from The Worshipful Company of Plaisterers'.

  • HE Students graduate in style

    Over 180 Higher Education students from ncn gathered together to celebrate their academic success at the eighth annual HE Graduation Ceremony on Sunday 5th October at the Albert Hall, Nottingham.

  • Goose Fair staff 'Train to Gain' with New College Nottingham

    Nottingham Goose Fair organisers, James Mellors Amusements, has enrolled four of its managers on a Train to Gain NVQ Level 2 Retail course to improve Customer Care and Health and Safety skills.

  • Floristry students transform Newstead Abbey

    Floristry students at ncn designed a variety of Autumnal floral arrangements to decorate Newstead Abbey for its very first 'Seasonal Celebration'.

  • David Blunkett MP visits ncn

    David Blunkett MP visited New College Nottingham (ncn) Basford Hall College on 24th September for the ‘Challenging Educational Under-attainment in Nottingham North’ conference, organised by Graham Allen, MP for Nottingham North.

  • Sir Colin Campbell tours Adams Building

    Vice Chancellor of the University of Nottingham, Sir Colin Campbell, visited the historic Adams Building on Friday 26th September as part of his ‘Freedom of the City’ tour of the Lace Market.

  • Giant gorilla welcomes ncn freshers

    ncn held its Freshers Fair at Clarendon Campus on 17th and 18th September to welcome new students to the College.

  • ncn students support European Conference

    ncn Hospitality, Aviation and Tourism students are assisting at the European Union of Tourist Officers’ (EUTO) Conference on 22nd September at Nottingham Council House, providing students with valuable practical work experience and the opportunity to meet top industry specialists.

  • Students return from the 'Big Apple'

    Students from ncn recently returned from five month work placements at the luxurious Elmwood Country Club in White Plains, New York.

  • Award-winning Beauty student visits EuroSkills

    A Beauty Therapy student from New College Nottingham (ncn) travelled to Rotterdam in the Netherlands on 18th September to attend the first EuroSkills Visitor Experience.

  • Expert chef joins New College Nottingham

    Alan Johnson has joined ncn as the new Culinary Arts Co-ordinator and Assessor, based at the Adams Restaurant on Stoney Street, the Lace Market.

  • New food court opens at ncn Clarendon

    U Choose, the new food court at ncn's Clarendon campus, officially opened on Monday 15th September.

  • ncn's radio advertisement

    A radio advertisement ran on TrentFM and Heart 106 fm to promote the 2008-2009 A-Z Prospectus.

  • Hard work pays off for GCSE students

    Students from ncn collected their GCSE results at the National Ice Centre/TrentFM Arena on 21st August.

  • Top two achievers win High Pavement award

    The highest achieving male and female 'A' Level ncn High Pavement students of 2008 were awarded 'The High Pavement Society Prize for Excellence'.

  • Celebrating 'A' Level Success

    Hundreds of ncn students gathered at the National Ice Centre/TrentFM Arena on 14th August to collect their 'A' Level results.

  • Floristry lecturers blossom

    Two floristry lecturers from ncn will be part of the first group in the country to graduate from the Level 5 Master Diploma in Floristry.

  • Graham Allen MP congratulates ncn graduates

    Over 70 students at ncn have graduated from the Increased Flexibility Programme, a two-year vocational course designed for 14-16 year olds.