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Otley College has an array of interesting news stories coming out every week. From award winning students to staff members with unusual hobbies, there is always something fun and interesting taking place at the college.

 

Recently, some of the stories that have hit the press include a learner who trekked through Romanian mountains to raise money for charity, a ballet dancing builder, a lecturer who taught Tom Cruise along with a host of community projects.

 

Here is a selection of some of our news stories. If you have a positive story to tell about the college, please feel free to get in touch: 01473 784160 or email jnice@otleycollege.ac.uk
 
 
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Otley news:

College Celebrates Chinese year of the Dragon

College Celebrates Chinese year of the Dragon


[24/01/2012] A Suffolk educational establishment marked the Chinese New Year by dedicating lessons to the celebration and by overhauling their menu for one day only. [more details...]
Students Sign Up to Ensure Olympic Legacy

Students Sign Up to Ensure Olympic Legacy


[24/01/2012] Suffolk Sport visited Otley College to help launch a new initiative for young people called Sport Makers. [more details...]
Youngsters Raise Cash for Help for Heroes

Youngsters Raise Cash for Help for Heroes


[05/01/2012] A group of youngsters - who are studying on a pre-apprenticeship programme – started the New Year by raising some money for Help for Heroes. [more details...]
Fast Track Courses Launched

Fast Track Courses Launched


[13/12/2011] Two new FastTrack schemes in the fields of technology and land-based studies will give learners a route back into education at Otley College. [more details...]
Madonna and Mariah Join College Ranks

Madonna and Mariah Join College Ranks


[13/12/2011] Staff from the animal studies department at Otley College were’ surprised and thrilled’ when they welcomed two new arrivals to the ranks recently. [more details...]
Students to Create Olympic Themed Garden

Students to Create Olympic Themed Garden


[09/12/2011] A group of horticultural students have been working hard on a project to create an Olympic themed garden at Otley College. [more details...]
When Daniel Met the Dame

When Daniel Met the Dame


[06/12/2011] A sports lecturer from Suffolk met athletic royalty at an Olympics themed event in London. [more details...]
From Suffolk to New York For Charity

From Suffolk to New York For Charity


[01/12/2011] Most people travel to New York to see the sights, go shopping, watch a show or take a pony ride in Central Park. [more details...]
Otley Supports 2011 Children in Need Appeal

Otley Supports 2011 Children in Need Appeal


[17/11/2011] Staff and students at Otley College ‘show your spots and raise lots’ for this year’s BBC Children in Need 2011 appeal. [more details...]
Otley Boosts Norfolk Construction Opportunities

Otley Boosts Norfolk Construction Opportunities


[08/11/2011] The Carter Academy (the RG Carter Group Training Facility) has teamed up with two education providers to promote construction opportunities to businesses and young people at an Open Day to be held on Wednesday 9 November 2011. [more details...]
Sport Students Enjoy Olympic Trip

Sport Students Enjoy Olympic Trip


[23/10/2011] A group of learners from the sport and outdoor education department at Otley College visited a site that will host competitions at London 2012. [more details...]
Prince's Trust Youngsters Win Award

Prince's Trust Youngsters Win Award


[18/10/2011] A team of youngsters who studied on the Prince's Trust programme at Otley College have just received a regional award. [more details...]
Remember Me?

Remember Me?


[26/09/2011] A teacher came face to face with a former pupil at a dinner hosted by the Suffolk SportsAid Foundation. [more details...]
SCRUM AND GET IT....

SCRUM AND GET IT....


[21/09/2011] A college in Suffolk attempted a world record this week. [more details...]
College Hosts Freshers’ Fair for Students

College Hosts Freshers’ Fair for Students


[12/09/2011] Otley College held a Freshers’ Fair this week for thousands of new students. [more details...]
Otley Youngsters Nominated for Award

Otley Youngsters Nominated for Award


[12/09/2011] Youngsters who participated in the first ever Prince’s Trust programme at Otley College have been nominated for an award. [more details...]
Un’bear’lievable Journey for Suffolk Resident

Un’bear’lievable Journey for Suffolk Resident


[07/09/2011] A former student from a college in Suffolk has got a ‘dream’ job working for a bear charity in Canada. [more details...]
Local Actors Star in TV College Ad

Local Actors Star in TV College Ad


[15/08/2011] The local community joined forces to help film a TV advert for a college in Suffolk. [more details...]
Suffolk Lecturer Stars in BBC TV Show

Suffolk Lecturer Stars in BBC TV Show


[15/08/2011] A University Campus Suffolk (UCS) Otley lecturer - based at Otley College - took part in a popular TV programme. [more details...]
College Joins Forces with TV Farm Stars

College Joins Forces with TV Farm Stars


[03/08/2011] The winners of the hit TV show - A Farmers Life for Me - Ray and Jayne Brabban - have joined forces with Otley College. [more details...]
Environmental Scheme Creates Jolly Green Client

Environmental Scheme Creates Jolly Green Client


[01/08/2011] An environmental project at an East Anglian college has just been launched. [more details...]
College Celebrates Student Success

College Celebrates Student Success


[05/07/2011] 71 students were awarded for excellence, achievement and determination at an awards ceremony at Otley College. [more details...]
Careers Taster Events Coming Soon

Careers Taster Events Coming Soon


[13/06/2011] Two careers events at a local college will offer students the chance to try out the skills they will learn next year during a series of hands-on taster sessions. [more details...]
Prince's Trust Programme a Success

Prince's Trust Programme a Success


[08/06/2011] A group of Suffolk youngsters became the first ever learners to graduate from Otley College's inaugural Prince's Trust programme. [more details...]
Otley Enjoys Successful Show

Otley Enjoys Successful Show


[06/06/2011] Horticulture students from Otley College were celebrating after scooping a Gold Medal at the 2011 Suffolk Show garden design competition. [more details...]
Olympic Hope Visits Otley College

Olympic Hope Visits Otley College


[06/06/2011] One of the UK's top Kayak professional's visited Otley College this week. [more details...]
Otley Student Wins Construction Award

Otley Student Wins Construction Award


[12/05/2011] A Suffolk student received an award for his excellence in the field of construction. [more details...]
College Guide Dog Campaign Continues

College Guide Dog Campaign Continues


[12/05/2011] Otley College continued their partnership with the local Suffolk guide dog charity by working with them on two occasions in a week. [more details...]
Student Transport Update

Student Transport Update


[10/05/2011] Student transport issues have been in the news recently - please see a link to the latest update from the EADT - http://bit.ly/ugDoFI [more details...]
Thousands Flock to College Community Day

Thousands Flock to College Community Day


[09/05/2011] Over 5000 visitors attended Otley College's Big Day Out. [more details...]
College Looks Forward to Big Day Out 2011

College Looks Forward to Big Day Out 2011


[02/05/2011] Otley College’s Big Day Out event will take place on Saturday 7 May 2011. [more details...]
MP Visits Local College to Discuss Student Issues

MP Visits Local College to Discuss Student Issues


[19/04/2011] 16 Otley College students recently met up with their local MP. [more details...]
New Course Gets Royal Seal of Approval

New Course Gets Royal Seal of Approval


[19/04/2011] A free programme for young people has started at Otley College in conjunction with the youth charity, The Prince’s Trust. [more details...]
Suffolk Lecturer Set to Star in BBC TV Show

Suffolk Lecturer Set to Star in BBC TV Show


[19/04/2011] A University Campus Suffolk (UCS) Otley lecturer - based at Otley College - recently took part in a popular TV programme. [more details...]
College Launches Schools Prospectus

College Launches Schools Prospectus


[04/04/2011] Otley College has launched their official brochure for schools that includes a host of courses for young local residents. [more details...]
College Champions Diversity

College Champions Diversity


[04/04/2011] Staff and students at Otley College created a host of activities for a cross college event called 'Diversity Week'. [more details...]
Marine Salutes Apprenticeship Qualifications

Marine Salutes Apprenticeship Qualifications


[01/03/2011] A former marine who had to leave the armed forces because of injury is studying on an Apprenticeship with an Ipswich health club. [more details...]
Lucky Couple win Limo Ride

Lucky Couple win Limo Ride


[01/03/2011] A lucky couple won a dinner and a limo ride thanks to a partnership between a college and a charity. [more details...]
Otley Supports Guide Dogs

Otley Supports Guide Dogs


[17/02/2011] A college has been inspired by a newspaper campaign to try and raise funds for a national charity. [more details...]
New Brochure Gets Launch at Open Day

New Brochure Gets Launch at Open Day


[03/02/2011] A promotional brochure starring students and staff from a college along with actors from a local theatre is set to be unveiled at a college open day. [more details...]
Otley Backs Flood Appeal

Otley Backs Flood Appeal


[27/01/2011] Otley College backed a campaign that is offering support to those affected by the recent floods in Australia. [more details...]
Otley Says You're Hired to Two New Apprentices

Otley Says You're Hired to Two New Apprentices


[27/01/2011] A college in Suffolk has put their weight behind an apprenticeship campaign. [more details...]
Otley Supports Apprenticeship Campaign

Otley Supports Apprenticeship Campaign


[10/01/2011] An 18 year old Suffolk student is one of the first people to get involved in a new campaign that is bringing more jobs to Suffolk. [more details...]
Suffolk Student Wins National Award

Suffolk Student Wins National Award


[04/01/2011] A student from Otley College attended an awards ceremony in Wales and received a National award. [more details...]
College and Rotary Find Cooking Super Star

College and Rotary Find Cooking Super Star


[04/01/2011] The Rotary Club of High Suffolk staged a junior 'Master Chef' competition (called the RIBI Young Chef 2011) at Otley College. [more details...]
Ollie Strikes Gold

Ollie Strikes Gold


[23/12/2010] A Suffolk student - who has been chosen to represent the UK in a skills competition - has just returned from Portugal with a gold medal in his back pocket. [more details...]
Former Chelsea Coach Signs for Otley

Former Chelsea Coach Signs for Otley


[23/12/2010] A former coach from Chelsea football club (CFC), has joined the sports department at Otley College. [more details...]
Students EACH

Students EACH


[23/12/2010] A group of students created an event to raise money for the East Anglian Children’s Hospice. [more details...]
'Farmer' Christmas visits local Playgroup

'Farmer' Christmas visits local Playgroup


[15/12/2010] The brother of Father Christmas popped in to a local playgroup to say hello and dish out some presents. [more details...]
64 Year Old Learner Raises the Bar

64 Year Old Learner Raises the Bar


[15/12/2010] A former nurse who turned 64 in April 2010 is training to become a fitness instructor at The Gallery gym in Clacton. [more details...]
Otley Supports 2010 Children in Need Appeal

Otley Supports 2010 Children in Need Appeal


[18/11/2010] Staff and students at Otley College wore lots of spots to raise lots for this year's BBC Children in Need 2010 appeal. [more details...]

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