On Wednesday 23rd April, three intermediate Level 1 Bricklaying students from Milton Keynes College travelled to City College Norwich to participate in the East Anglia regional heat of the Guild of Bricklayers Competition. The Guild is an association that aims to promote and maintain the highest standards of craftsmanship in the field of brickwork and organises a series of regional and national competitions annually.

The students’ work was graded against a set of criteria, including dimensional positioning, gauge, level, plumb, alignment and cleanliness of facework. Despite facing challenges and running out of time, the students were commended for their determination and perseverance.

A panel of two experienced judges evaluated the work. The feedback from the organisers and judges was very positive. Praising the students for their precision and attention to detail, judges stated that the students never left their project until the very end. Competing in the junior section against nine other participants, the College’s learners secured the impressive 5th, 6th and 7th places. Their unwavering commitment to completing the project, even when things did not go their way, earned them well-deserved certificates for participating in the competition.

The students found the competition to be a valuable learning experience. One student said: “It was a great opportunity to showcase our skills and learn from others in the industry.”

Another participating student said: “The competition was challenging but rewarding and the feedback we received was incredibly helpful.”

William Eddington, Course Team Leader for Bricklaying at Milton Keynes College, said: “We in the construction and bricklaying department are truly proud of these learners. Securing this opportunity for our students was a proud moment for MK College. It’s fantastic to see our students excel and gain recognition for their hard work and dedication.

“Congratulations to these young bricklayers for their remarkable effort and spirit!”

To learn more about Bricklaying at Milton Keynes College Group, read more here.