Telford College of Arts and Technology
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| Motto | Where great futures begin and every learner matters |
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| Established | 1892 |
| Type | Further education college |
| Principal | Chris Scott |
| Founder | Charles Clement Walker |
| Location | Haybridge Road, Wellington Telford Shropshire TF1 2NP England |
| Local authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Students | 1,200 (full time) and 15,000 (part time) |
| Ages | 16+ |
| Telephone | 01952 642200 |
| Fax | 01952 642293 |
| Website | www.tcat.ac.uk |
Telford College of Arts and Technology (TCAT) is a further education college in Telford, Shropshire, England. It operates from one main site and many in-company training sites and community-based courses spread out across Shropshire and the whole of the United Kingdom. It is sometimes known as "Telford College" but should not be confused with Telford College in Edinburgh.
History
The college was founded in 1892 by Charles Walker as the Centre for Art and Science Classes and was originally based in Oakengates, Shropshire. From 1913 until the Second World War it was based in the former Coffee House and Recreation Centre in Market Street which was since demolished by the New Town Corporation.[1] The college moved to a new site, built in 1926, down Hartsbridge Road becoming the Walker Technical College. In the 1960s it opened a larger campus on Haybridge Road in Wellington which became the part of new town of Telford. By the 1980s the college adopted its current name.
On 12 November 2004 W Block (Charles Walker Building) Centre of Vocational Excellence was officially opened by Mr Michael Beasley CBE.
On 31 October 2005 E Block and S Block (sports and hairdressing) were officially opened by HRH the Princess Royal.
In 2006 it received very good grades after an OFSTED inspection.[2]
In 2008 the college celebrated the Queens Anniversary Award with a visit to Buckingham Palace to meet Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh.
In May 2013 the Discovery and Oakdene Centres opened.[3][4]
In September 2014 the Automotive Engineering centre opened.[5] The official opening was performed on 7 November 2014 by British touring car champion Matt Neal.[6]
On 17 October 2015 the colleges Willow Tree Centre was officially opened by Councillor Paul Watling, cabinet member for children, young people and families in the Telford and Wrekin Council.[7]
Student numbers
It has over 16,000 students: 1200 full-time, 15,000 part-time. Students at present include school leavers, individuals taking a second chance at education, employees of multi-national companies and overseas students.
Course provision
The college offers a wide range of vocational courses including NVQs, professional, preparatory degree and tailor-made programmes. Courses combine practical skills with theoretical studies and prepare students over 16 for employment and higher education.
References
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External links
- Telford College of Arts and Technology Website
- Telford College Superdome sports Website
- Telford College Activ8 young persons 14-16yrs Website
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