Students cook up a storm supporting Cornwall Hospice Care
Published: 19-02-2020
Students at Cornwall College St Austell have thrown their support behind Cornwall Hospice Care by producing a fantastic feast. The Professional Cookery & Hospitality learners hosted a three course lunch in Cloisters restaurant for members of St Austell Fundraising Group for Cornwall Hospice Care. Cloisters restaurant, which seats up to 70 guests, was full of […]
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Insight into food sector trends for future culinary stars
Published: 18-02-2020
Some of the top cookery students in Cornwall have witnessed the trends that are cooking up a storm in the food sector, following a trip to a major culinary trade show. The Source Trade Show, held at Westpoint Exhibition Centre in Exeter, gave professional cookery students at Cornwall College St Austell, the chance to explore […]
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Travel industry beckons for students experiencing life as a TUI apprentice
Published: 13-02-2020
A group of travel and tourism students have had a taste of life as a TUI apprentice. The learners from Cornwall College St Austell spent a day at the St Austell branch of TUI during National Apprenticeship Week to learn about job opportunities at the company. Level 3 Travel & Tourism student at Cornwall College […]
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Apprentice mechanic revved up for leading role on stage
Published: 12-02-2020
An apprentice mechanic is celebrating after landing the main role on stage. Level 3 Motor Vehicle apprentice at Cornwall College St Austell, Alex Pearce, has played the title role in the pantomime held at The Keay for the last three years; Robin Crusoe, Aladdin and this year Robin Hood. “I love being able to become […]
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International racing show fuels motor sport careers
Published: 07-02-2020
A trip to the Auto Sport International Racing Car Show has fuelled Cornish learners’ passions for careers in the motor vehicle industry many weren’t even aware of. Motor vehicle students from Cornwall College St Austell attended the annual pre-season event, held at the NEC Birmingham, which covers all areas of motorsport, both professional and grass […]
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Students highlight “compassion” show at Children’s Hospice South West
A group of students have visited Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) after learning about the charity as part of their course. CHSW has been caring for children with life-threatening conditions for more than 25 years, by providing children’s hospice and professional family support services. Access to Nursing students at Cornwall College Saltash felt “extremely privileged” to gain an […]
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Conservationist saving elephants praises Newquay education
Published: 03-02-2020
An adventurous animal conservationist is putting the experience he gained studying in Newquay to great use working with elephants in Thailand. Twenty-three-year-old Toby Craze, who studied his foundation degree in Animal Husbandry & Welfare at Cornwall College Newquay, is now working for Internship provider GVI in Chiang Mai, Thailand. GVI provides an elephant rehabilitation programme […]
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Pupils see college life through a new lens
A specialist photography workshop has given Poltair School students a new frame of reference for college life. Aspirational photography students from year 11 were given the opportunity to attend a hands-on food styling and content photography workshop with the teaching team from the Creative Academy at Cornwall College St Austell. Team Lead for the Creative […]
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College to train Children, Schools and Families specialist students
Published: 28-01-2020
A local college is expanding its curriculum for students who would like a rewarding career in early years teaching or family support. From September, Cornwall College St Austell will offer Children, Schools and Families courses for 16 to 18 year-old learners and adults across a range of levels, including degree-level and apprenticeships. Team Lead for […]
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Cabin crew expert fuels highflying careers
Published: 27-01-2020
College students looking for a career in the travel and tourism industry are benefiting from an expert practising cabin crewmember. Travel & Tourism students at Cornwall College St Austell are taught the Cabin Crew module by British Airways Cabin Crew member, Janet Wills. “I have worked as Cabin Crew for British Airways (BA) for 30 […]
