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17th January 2023

Student to represent country in World Transplant Games

Selby College Health and Social Care student, Lydia Warner, has been selected to represent Great Britain in swimming at the World Transplant Games 2023 in Perth, Australia in April. After successfully competing in the British Transplant Games in the summer …

10th January 2023

Students inspire action for climate change with art exhibition

Higher Education Art and Design students from Selby College are driving forward change with their latest exhibition – highlighting the effects global warming is having on our planet through their art. The Climate Crisis exhibition, which was held between Wednesday …

5th January 2023

Students’ achievements celebrated as part of awards ceremony

Selby College started the new year on a high with a prestigious awards ceremony acknowledging the success of its students. Held on Wednesday 4th January, the College’s Student Awards Ceremony was attended by learners and their loved ones, College staff …

14th December 2022

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group expands Adult provision

At the height of the cost of living crisis, the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is providing adult learners with the opportunity to enhance their prospects by gaining a new qualification, upskilling or retraining. In January 2023, the Group will …

4th November 2022

Class of 2022 achievements acknowledged at Graduation Ceremony

Graduates of Selby College celebrated their achievements as part of its Graduation Ceremony, which took place at Selby Abbey, on Friday 4th November 2022. Almost 80 graduates attended the ceremony where they were joined by family and friends, as well …

18th August 2022

Students dream big following outstanding results

Students from Selby College are celebrating their outstanding results today, securing places at a number of Russell Group universities and heading on to prosperous careers in a range of industries. Figures revealed that the College secured an overall pass rate …

28th July 2022

College’s Diplomas enable adults to access their dream careers

Selby College is helping people without the traditional requirements for degree-level study to fast track their way to university with its Access to Higher Education Diplomas. The one-year programmes are designed to provide learners with the relevant knowledge and study …

27th July 2022

KitAid donation gives children in Zimbabwe sports kit

Selby College is delighted to announce its KitAid donation has made it all the way from Selby to Zimbabwe – providing children in one of the world’s poorest countries with the chance to own their own sports kit. The clothing …

22nd July 2022

Student Survey Success for the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group has placed in the top three Higher Education organisations in Yorkshire for Overall Student Satisfaction, according to the latest National Student Survey (NSS) results. Students from both Selby College and Wakefield College, which form …

19th July 2022

College inspires young pupils with Discovery Days

Selby College has recently hosted a number of successful Discovery Days with local primary schools - giving pupils the chance to explore Further Education and what they can do in the future. Year 5 and 6 pupils from Barwic Parade …

15th July 2022

Selby College and Drax aim to spark students' imaginations

Selby College has partnered with renewable energy company Drax to help inspire students to study Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) subjects. At an event attended by over 170 Year 9 pupils from four different local schools, the pupils had …

28th June 2022

Adults gain training boost with College’s new technical programme

Selby College is offering working adults the opportunity to rapidly upskill and retrain into higher skilled jobs through its brand-new training programme. As part of the government’s pledge to reduce skills gaps and boost access to more high-quality training alternatives …

23rd June 2022

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group accredited matrix Standard

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is pleased to announce it has been accredited to the matrix Standard, demonstrating the high-quality Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) services it provides to its students. Student feedback from the assessment cited that employees …

16th June 2022

Business students fundraise for Cancer charities

Selby College Business students have raised more than £940 for Young Lives vs Cancer after hosting a successful charity football match. Held at Selby Town Football Club, the Kids vs Adults match saw students and parents take to the pitch …

7th June 2022

Construction students complete training with smart home leader

Electrical Installation and Plumbing students at Selby College have recently completed expert installer training with Aico, the European leader in home life safety. As part of the one-day course, the students were taught best practices when it comes to effectively …

1st June 2022

College marks Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with Sleepsafe Selby fundraiser

Students and staff at Selby College have donated funds raised from their Platinum Jubilee celebrations to Sleepsafe Selby. More than £610 was raised for the charity, which provides temporary accommodation for the homeless or anyone who is facing a night …

31st May 2022

Selby College celebrates another year of sporting success

The academic and sporting achievements of Selby College’s students were acknowledged last night as part of its Annual Sports Awards. Held at the Parsonage in Escrick, York, the evening’s proceedings started with the presentation of the Academic Excellence and Achievement …

25th May 2022

Art & Design students prepare for End-of-Year Exhibition

Art & Design students at Selby College are gearing up to deliver their end of year exhibition, which will feature projects with Selby District Council. Taking place from Thursday June 16th until Thursday 23rd June 2022, at the College’s campus …

19th May 2022

College supports Ukraine with generous donations

Selby College staff rallied together to collect donations for local and national charities that are on the ground providing support to people who have been affected by the Ukraine crisis. Significant donations have been made by staff for the Big …

16th May 2022

College combats loneliness as part of Mental Health Awareness Week 2022

Students and staff at Selby College took part in a number of activities designed to tackle loneliness as part of Mental Health Awareness Week 2022. Members of the College were encouraged to work in pairs or groups as part of …