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Skills excellence celebrated at inaugural VISTA Awards

Outstanding achievements in vocational education skills and workforce development were celebrated at the inaugural Local London Vocational Innovation in Skills Training Awards (VISTAs), held at the House of Lords.

local residents enjoying a special community lunch

Volunteering in action: Together Tuesday at London South East Colleges

London South East Colleges, in partnership with Bromley Council's Tackling Loneliness Initiative, welcomed more than 60 local residents to a special community lunch at its Orpington campus this week.

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How we strengthen our college communities with multi-faith chaplaincy

In an increasingly uncertain and polarised world, colleges are frequently finding themselves on the frontline of difficult conversations.

Candid photo taken at the COSLP event

22nd year of celebrating learners and teachers at the House of Lords

Students and teachers from across the Further Education sector had their achievements celebrated today at a special event in the House of Lords.

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Learners Win National Further Education Maths Challenge Final

Four learners from London South East Colleges have been named national champions at the first‑ever National Final of the Further Education Maths Challenge, held at Solihull College and University Centre.

Joe building his winning wall

Student crowned bricklaying champion at the SkillBuild South East Regional

Joe has been crowned the SkillBuild South East Regional Bricklaying Competition Winner at Colchester College on 16 April 2026, marking a major milestone in his development as a young craftsperson.

The people who attended the roundtable

Schools Minister joins local sector leaders for SEND reform discussion

Local education leaders and practitioners came together with national policymakers this week (Tuesday 24 March) for a roundtable discussion about the future of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision.

Alfie with his finished brick wall

Guild of Brickwork Apprentice Competition

Alfie took part in the Guild of Brickwork Competition, hosted by Reading College this week. Throughout the event, Alfie demonstrated solid technical ability, commitment, and professionalism while working to competition standards.

Tapiwa Dingwiza, Curriculum Manager for ICT, Business, Media & Art

Curriculum Manager Tapiwa Dingwiza Contributes to Team USA Uniforms for the 2026 Winter Olympics

Tapiwa Dingwiza, Curriculum Manager for ICT, Business, Media & Art, had a hands-on role in preparing Team USA for the recent Winter Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina.

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