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NEW FULL-TIME COURSE GUIDE

Prepare to go 'wow'!

Here's where you learn why Shipley College has the highest achievement rates for 16-18 year olds in West Yorkshire Colleges.

We present our shiny 2025 School Leavers' Courses.

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Chantelle's story

At Shipley College, Chantelle has flourished in a supportive and nurturing environment. She is on course to do brilliantly well in Maths and English, giving her amazing options as she thinks about her next steps.

Chantelle is dreaming big, and her hard work is going to open doors. We're so proud of the progress Chantel is making, and we're so excited for her future!

NEW PART-TIME COURSE GUIDE

Whatever your circumstance, Shipley College has a sensational variety of diverse and inspirational part-time courses that are not only designed to get you qualified, but also fit around your lifestyle.

These could be life-changing...

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INVESTING IN OUR REGION

Empowering Lives, Building Futures: We're dedicated to providing transformative education and training for all ages. Our programs equip young people and adults with the skills they need to succeed in the workforce, strengthening our communities and driving economic growth.

Bridging the Skills Gap: We actively participate in the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP), collaborating closely with employers and local government. This ensures our curriculum aligns with the region's needs, preparing our students to become the future workforce for in-demand jobs.

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OUR LATEST NEWS

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The college is proud of the diversity of its staff and students. With February being the LGBTQIA+ and History month in the UK, this was a perfect time to celebrate with our annual Shipley College Pride event.

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Shipley College’s Open Day on the evening of 5th March 2025 exceeded all expectations, setting a new record for attendance and applications.

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Thinking about hiring an apprentice? You're in the right place! Shipley College works with businesses across Bradford, Shipley, Keighley, Skipton, and beyond to provide high-quality apprentices who bring fresh talent, enthusiasm, and real skills to the workplace.

Bradford Council CEO Visits Shipley College

"I've learned a few things today about the achievement rates at Shipley College. The things I've seen and the people I've met have been absolutely amazing." – Lorraine O'Donnell, CEO of Bradford Council

It’s not often that students can say they’re following in the footsteps of Luke Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi, but media students at Shipley College are reaching for the stars—literally! Thanks to a groundbreaking collaboration with Space Hub Yorkshire (SHY), students are taking part in a mission to showcase Yorkshire’s growing space sector, proving that the region is in the race for the final frontier.