WHY?
Because we believe you need more than qualifications to be successful.
We believe in giving our students Employment Edge.
That’s good news, whether you work here or study here.
As a student we can promise you a curriculum designed hand in hand with business, providing real world skills in world class facilities.
For our employees it means investment in your skills, working with the best companies and being able to create learning experiences which will stay with your students forever.
For everyone it means being looked after and given the inspiration and support to be the best you can be. And that’s a huge head start in today’s world.
Qualifications matter. And our students will leave with the ones they need and the best grades possible. But we offer more than that. And if we all put in everything we’ve got, Gateshead College students will be more than ready to get a job, a promotion or move on in their career.
Local and national businesses – the people looking for talent – create and shape what we do so you leave with the skills they need and the know how to hit the ground running.
We’ll work together to build your character as well as your skills. The behaviours, work ethic and professional skills employers are looking for such as confidence, resilience, creative thinking and commitment are just as important for your future success.
Employment edge means helping you plan your education around a clear career path, your career path. It’s personalised and industry driven. It means you’re actively preparing for your future from day one. You influence decisions about your course and how it’s delivered, about the experiences you’ll try and the spaces you’ll learn in. You help shape us, as we help shape you.
On campus you’ll learn in amazing spaces that we’ve invested millions into year on year to give you the best possible experience. Kit and equipment will match that found in industry, ensuring your skills are bang up to date. Social and study spaces will encourage collaboration, quiet reflection or just a nice spot to catch up with friends. And that’s not all. Our campus extends beyond our building walls into real workplaces, where you’ll spend time with employers in the world of work.
I love seeing my students thrive during their apprenticeship. Having worked in the Travel and Business industry myself, it’s rewarding to inspire students by sharing my experience and knowledge.”
Hollie Conroy, Trainer & Assessor
“I’ve worked in the Bricklaying industry for 23 years and being able to influence students and offer the best advice to help them in their next steps has been amazing.”
Luke Tharp, Teacher
Saturday Club – Film & Screen
Saturday 12 October 2024
Saturday Club – Art & Design
UPCOMING EVENTS
Find out about all our upcoming events. Simply sign up and come along.
College signs two top coaches
Monday 7 October 2024
We’ve boosted our team with the appointment of two new sport coaches.
Celebrating Results Day
Tuesday 20 August 2024
Apprenticeship first for the North East
Friday 2 August 2024
Ben scores Gateshead FC contract
Wednesday 10 July 2024