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In a poignant tribute to the fallen, Painting and Decorating student, Ash, showcased extraordinary freehand painting skills by recreating ‘Eleven-o-one,’ a sculpture by artist Ray Lonsdale.
The project, conceived as preparation for the Skillbuild competition scheduled for 2024, is a testament to Ash’s commitment to their craft....

Two new stainless-steel screens have been unveiled during a ceremony in Wivenhoe, cut and shaped by our talented Engineering students. The screens stand proudly in a field on Elmstead Road, commemorating the town’s fallen soldiers.
This project was made possible thanks to a collaboration between local businesses, the College’s acclaimed Engineering department, and resident Phil Long....

Our Brickwork department collaborated with Rose Builders at the Tendring Show on 8th July 2023, Essex County’s premier Agricultural Event.
With around 20,000 attendees, the 106th Tendring Show, set in the picturesque Lawford House Park, featured top-class entertainment, a variety of animals, a Shoppers Market, Art & Lifestyle Marquee, Food Pavilion, Education Area, and more....

A team of our talented apprentices working at leading automotive company TECNIQ claimed first place in the debut Colchester Soapbox Rally on Saturday 22nd September.
The exciting new event, held on Colchester’s High Street, drew over 50 homemade soapbox racers. Teams launched their creations down a 300m course complete with obstacles like a foam “Kart Wash” and hay bale slalom....