Education and Training News & Updates
- 1st August 2025
Summit Learning Trust, which runs eight schools and a college across Birmingham and Solihull, has won the ‘Transforming Lives Through Partnerships Award’ at the ‘Education Awards 2025.’
Technology innovator and entrepreneur, Yiannis Maos, has been awarded an honorary doctorate in business administration by Aston University, recognising his exceptional contributions to the UK’s digital economy and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- 24th July 2025
Young people in care will start learning some of the skills they need to prepare for adult life thanks to a programme being run by the City of Wolverhampton Council this summer.
A toolmaker that is a ‘fantastic ambassador’ for vocational learning has been crowned as the Outstanding Apprentice of the Year.
- 24th July 2025
Good Shepherd has developed a new Employment Ready Project aimed at supporting people in Wolverhampton who are ex-offenders or have experienced homelessness, addiction or mental health issues into employment.
- 16th July 2025
Seven Wolverhampton schools have been recognised for their commitment to promoting emotional health and wellbeing, receiving a prestigious ATTUNE award at a special event last week.
A Black Country toolmaker that is a ‘fantastic ambassador’ for vocational learning has been crowned as the Outstanding Apprentice of the Year.
Birmingham City University (BCU) is inviting partner employers to play an active role in nurturing the next generation of young talent through its Employer Advisory Panel initiative.
A successful student mentorship scheme between Birmingham City University (BCU) and residential property developer Court Collaboration will be extended to a second year, following a successful pilot.
Future Faces have announced Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMet) as the latest category sponsor of the Greater Birmingham Young Professional of the Year Awards 2025.