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How Cerulean is bridging the engineering skills gap through partnership with MK College
Read More: How Cerulean is bridging the engineering skills gap through partnership with MK CollegeFaced with an ageing workforce and increasing recruitment challenges, Cerulean is tackling the skills gap head-on. Through a long-term partnership with MK College. The company has embedded apprenticeships and now T Level industry placements into its workforce strategy – and is already seeing the benefits. Based in Milton Keynes, Cerulean is a manufacturing company that…
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Milton Keynes College apprentices enjoy dream visit to Downing Street
Read More: Milton Keynes College apprentices enjoy dream visit to Downing StreetMilton Keynes College apprentices working in Formula One visited Downing Street to celebrate 75 years of the sport. The apprentices had the opportunity to meet some of the biggest names in the sport – all as guests of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Jordan Smith, Engineering Workplace trainer at Milton Keynes College Group said it…
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The Brasserie hosts Armed Forces breakfast for veterans
Read More: The Brasserie hosts Armed Forces breakfast for veteransAround 20 veterans attended the Armed Forces breakfast at Milton Keynes College’s The Brasserie, where they were joined by some of our staff who are part of the Armed Forces community. Celebrating Armed Forces Day and Reserves Day – and topping off Armed Forces Week – the breakfast provided an opportunity for Forces staff and…
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Glowing report for MK College’s prison education team
Read More: Glowing report for MK College’s prison education teamTeachers and managers from Milton Keynes College Group have been graded Good by Ofsted for their work with offenders at Fosse Way Prison; one of only 7% of establishments across England to obtain a Good grade. This is an incredible achievement for all at HMP Fosse Way following a challenging period for prisons in recent…
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Painting & Decorating students brighten up MK University Hospital grounds
Read More: Painting & Decorating students brighten up MK University Hospital grounds20 Level 1 Painting & Decorating students from Milton Keynes College recently took part in a bench refurbishment project at MK University Hospital. The students were inspired to take on the refurbishment project after finding out about the opportunity during the College in the Community Day on 2nd April. Given the substantial workload of the…
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From leaving school at 16 to university: Jay Sparks’ journey at MK College
Read More: From leaving school at 16 to university: Jay Sparks’ journey at MK CollegeWith the Students of the Year event on the 7th May 2025, 21 students from across the College Group were celebrated for their hard work, determination and achievements in a ceremony hosted at Silverstone’s The Wing. On the night of the ceremony, we spoke to Jay, one of the winners. Jay won the award of…
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Why it’s never too late to do English and maths: Stella Asante’s journey at MK College
Read More: Why it’s never too late to do English and maths: Stella Asante’s journey at MK CollegeSometimes, the path back to learning begins with the basics – English, maths and a fresh perspective. We spoke to Stella, a Level 2 Adult English & maths student navigating the challenges and triumphs of re-engaging with education later in life. From overcoming self-doubt to celebrating the wins, Stella offers and perspective to those considering…
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MK College students learn real-world skills in major incident exercise with emergency services
Read More: MK College students learn real-world skills in major incident exercise with emergency servicesLearners from Milton Keynes College joined in with a major incident training exercise held at the College’s Bletchley campus. They had the invaluable opportunity to shadow and learn from the emergency services and even be part of the action in a mock car accident rescue. Thames Valley Police, Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service and Acute…
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Milton Keynes College students inspired to dream of future in motorsports
Read More: Milton Keynes College students inspired to dream of future in motorsportsMechanic and graphic design students from Milton Keynes College had the trip of a lifetime around Aston Martin’s Aramco Formula® One Team’s AMR Technology Campus at Silverstone. The visit was made possible by a collaboration between the College, the racing team, and global leader in automotive and industrial solutions, Valvoline™ Global Operations. The connection with…
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Access to HE students celebrate community in a collaboration with Home Instead
Read More: Access to HE students celebrate community in a collaboration with Home InsteadMilton Keynes College has teamed up with Home Instead, a home healthcare services company who work with Age UK, to offer our Access to Higher Education (HE) learners insight into the domestic care industry. This collaboration has already produced two events, which have allowed our students to connect with care professionals and clients to learn…
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