News
Welcoming our new Chair of Governors, David Powell
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group has welcomed David Powell as its new Chair of Governors, succeeding Andrew McConnell OBE following his outstanding leadership and nearly 20 years of service as a Governor.
Thank You, Andrew: Celebrating Years of Dedicated Service
As Andrew McConnell OBE steps down as Chair of Governors, we would like to extend our sincere thanks for his many years of dedicated service, leadership and commitment to our Colleges and the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group.
The University Centre at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group has ranked third in Yorkshire for higher education student satisfaction in the latest National Student Survey (NSS).
Keir Mather MP opens brand-new 3G Pitch at Selby College
On Friday 3rd July, Selby College officially launched the newest edition to its estate – a brand-new £1.2 million 3G pitch, funded by the Premier League, the FA and Government’s Football Foundation as part of the Lionesses Futures Fund.
Yvette Cooper Officially Opens New Construction Building at Castleford College
Rt Hon Yvette Cooper, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs and MP for Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley, officially opened the College’s new state-of-the-art construction facility.
Group Secures Number One Spot in FE College Achievement Rates in the Region
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group has ranked first in Yorkshire & the Humber for student achievement amongst General Further Education Colleges, also securing fifth place nationally.
Selby College to Launch £1.2m 3G Sports Pitch for Community
Selby College is set to open a brand-new 3G sports pitch, enabling students, local clubs and community groups to train on state-of-the-art facilities all year round.
Education Group gets top marks in National Student Survey 2025
The University Centre at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is celebrating a strong performance in the 2025 National Student Survey (NSS).
Castleford College and Wakefield College are celebrating exceptional results.
Top Grades, top destinations: Selby College’s students shine
Selby College is proud to celebrate the exceptional achievements of its Class of 2025.
Could You Receive £31,000 to Train as a Further Education Teacher?
The UK government is offering individuals up to £31,000 to train as Further Education (FE) teachers.
Group’s careers services praised with Matrix accreditation
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group has been awarded the Matrix standard for its Careers Guidance and Course Information services.
Group champions sustainability through Planet Earth Games
Staff and students across the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group have been leading the way in sustainability by taking part in the Association of College’s (AoC) Planet Earth Games.
College wins local business award for student recruitment campaign
Selby College has been awarded the Marketing Excellence Award at the prestigious Goole & Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards 2025.
Celebrating Sustainability Week and Colleges' National Green Week 2025
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group and its Colleges are carrying out a variety of sustainable activities to mark Sustainability Week
Group achieves Investors in Diversity accreditation
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group has been awarded the Investors in Diversity accreditation by the National Centre for Diversity.