Merger of Weymouth and Kingston Maurward Colleges signals new era for Dorset Further Education
The official merger of Weymouth College and Kingston Maurward College has taken place today (1st August) and marks the start of an exciting new chapter in Dorset’s further education offer. The newly formed ‘Weymouth and Kingston Maurward College’ promises to...
Weymouth College building a sustainable future for Dorset with free Green Skills courses
Weymouth College is proud to announce the launch of a new round of courses dedicated to Green Skills in construction, starting this September. As part of the College’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and excellence in education, these courses are designed...
Weymouth College helps primary school children move to next step
Weymouth College welcomed 500 schoolchildren for its annual Primary College programme last week. Year 6 pupils from 11 local schools took part in the three-day event, to better prepare them for their next step to secondary school, and to inspire...
Weymouth College offers school pupils a taste of future careers
More than 1,500 school pupils from across Dorset were inspired by practical lessons and workshops at Weymouth College this week, giving them insight into potential future careers. The College hosted the Year 9 and 10 pupils from 14 schools over...
Weymouth College gallery project officially launched as students host end of year exhibition
Weymouth College combined its students’ end of year art exhibition with the official launch of an exciting project to build a new gallery on campus. Students across all levels of Art, Design and Photography courses are currently exhibiting their work...
Student achievements celebrated at Weymouth College awards ceremony
Academic achievements and personal triumphs of student at Weymouth College were celebrated last week at an annual awards ceremony. The College hosted its Student Awards 2024 on Thursday evening, with winners coming together with their family, friends and teachers to...
Weymouth College offers support to navigating exam season
As students face the daunting challenge of exam season, it’s crucial to prioritise mental health and wellbeing. Weymouth College is proud of the level of support it offers students, not only academically but also in supporting their mental wellbeing during...
Weymouth College launches fundraising campaign for sustainable gallery build
Weymouth College is embarking on an exciting venture to create a sustainable, community gallery at its Cranford Avenue campus. The gallery will be built using recycled and reclaimed materials by community volunteers – creating minimum impact on the environment but...
Weymouth College celebrates Deaf Awareness Week with student-led event
Weymouth College marked Deaf Awareness Week with a special event hosted by students, celebrating deaf people and communities. Deaf Awareness Week, held this year from May 6 to 12, is an annual event that aims to raise awareness about the...