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Selby College student wins regional Sustainability Competition
Selby College student Jacob has claimed the top prize at the Yorkshire regional WorldSkills endorsed Sustainability Action Innovation Challenge, impressing judges with his innovative and impactful CO₂ calculator concept.
Selby College Engineering Tutors Complete Specialist Training with GUNT in Germany
Selby College Engineering Tutors have recently returned from an intensive three-day technical training programme at GUNT in Hamburg, one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of engineering training systems.
Wakefield College wins award for Women’s Safety Campaign at the Educate North Awards
Wakefield College won the Heart Creative Arts Award at the Educate North Awards for its contributions to Wakefield’s ‘Reclaim the Night’ campaign – a joint women’s safety movement with the local council and community.
Former Student’s Remarkable Journey to the Winter Olympics
Former Wakefield College Sport student, Leon Greenwood, competed in the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics for Team GB in the 4-Man Bobsleigh team.
Group celebrates Apprenticeships at annual awards ceremony
In honour of National Apprenticeship Week 2026, the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group hosted its Annual Apprenticeship Awards celebrating apprentices, mentors and employers from across the Group.
College Students of the Year celebrated at annual awards ceremony
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, formed of Castleford College, Selby College and Wakefield College, celebrated the achievements of its students at its annual Student Awards.
Former College student named finalist for Pride of Britain award with fundraising project
Former student has been named the Regional ITV Calendar North Fundraiser of the Year for the Pride of Britain Awards.
Castleford College and Wakefield College are celebrating exceptional results, achieving a 100% pass rate across its T Level programmes and an impressive 98% pass rate for A Levels.
Selby College students celebrate the end of the year with award ceremonies
Selby College marked the end of the academic year with a number of award ceremonies, celebrating its students’ achievements.
Wakefield College adult learners triumph at West Yorkshire Awards
our adult students from the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group were recently commended at the West Yorkshire Adult Learner Awards.
Next-gen welders shine at SkillWeld 2025 National Qualifiers
Fabrication & Welding apprentices from Castleford College demonstrated their technical talent during the SkillWeld 2025 National Qualifiers.
Selby College students secure offers at the University of Oxford
Two Sixth Form students from Selby College have been offered places at one of the UK’s top universities, the University of Oxford.
Former Media student wins award at Dead Northern's Horror Film Festival
Writer, Director and one of Wakefield College’s former Creative Media students, Taylor Caddick, received the ‘Fresh Meat’ award at Dead Northern’s Horror Film Festival in York for his short film, ‘The Bloke in the Boot’.
Group celebrates students’ accomplishments at Annual Awards Ceremony
The hard work and achievements of the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group’s students were recognised as part of its Annual Student Awards Ceremony.
Apprentice wins local business award
Recognising his hard work and determination, Hospitality & Catering apprentice at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Mark Curran, was presented with the Apprentice of the Year accolade at the Wakefield Business Awards 2024.
Student commended at Youthbuild UK Young Builder of the Year Awards 2024
Construction student at Castleford College, Alfie Parratt, has been commended for the exceptional progress he has made throughout his studies at the Youthbuild UK’s Young Builder of the Year Awards 2024.