Date published: 07 July 2021
Alun Francis, Oldham College Principal and Chief Executive, is pictured celebrating the ‘FE College of the Year’ Award 2021 from Edufuturists
Oldham College has been crowned “FE College of the Year” at the national Edufuturists Awards 2021.
The accolade – revealed in an online ceremony – was secured by employees’ efforts and achievements in supporting learners from all backgrounds during the pandemic.
The Oldham borough has consistently been amongst the highest UK COVID-19 infection rates and has endured extended lockdowns.
Almost all Oldham College’s 6,500 learners and staff spent lengthy periods remote learning and working – and there was a clear danger disadvantaged students would suffer the biggest impact.
Assistive Technology – equipment, software and systems to help learners with disabilities – was investigated and put into place with the benefits then…