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Winners announced at 2018 Cornwall Apprenticeship Awards

October 15, 2018

Apprentices, their families and colleagues came together on Friday night to celebrate in style as Truro and Penwith College played host to the fourth annual Cornwall Apprenticeship Awards.

Platinum science accolade for local College

October 12, 2018

Science teaching in Cornwall has been given a major boost after a leading local college received a national award for its provision of science.

Cookery students selected for once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with Rick Stein Academy

October 11, 2018

Working with the rising chefs of tomorrow, a leading professional cookery academy has revamped its programme to provide tailored mentoring and work experience by top local head chefs.

Cornwall’s colleges and LEP come together in call for increased Further Education funding

October 9, 2018

Cornwall’s two Further Education Colleges – Truro and Penwith College and Cornwall College – are joining national voices calling on the Government for an increase in 16-19 education funding.

Site Carpentry visit to Local Builders’ Merchants

October 9, 2018

A group of Site Carpentry students from Truro College were recently treated to a behind-the-scenes look at a building merchants, giving them a clearer look at all aspects of the industry they will be heading into.

Students make the most of visit to Carn Brea

October 9, 2018

Site Carpentry students from Truro College recently enjoyed a visit to Carn Brea as a part of the Principles of Construction unit in their Foundations study.

17-year-old Penzance runner breaks 10K world record in debut race

October 8, 2018

From bringing home gold while representing England to topping the world 10K rankings for her group, runner and Penwith College student Grace Brock from Penzance is going from strength to strength.

Truro and Penwith College rated in the top 2% for student progress

October 4, 2018

Truro and Penwith College has been rated in the top 2% for student progress on A Level courses following a national analysis of this summer’s results of over 1,000 schools and colleges.

Inside Inspiration: Meet the Team

September 26, 2018

Our Inside Inspiration features give you the opportunity to get to know members of staff at Truro and Penwith College’s Inspiration and Inspiration Professional Salons. This month we caught up with our new hair Apprentices Lauren and Ellie, at Inspiration Professional, Penwith College to find out more about their role in the Salon, their favourite product brands and this seasons must have products and treatments.