Specialists in vocational programmes and apprenticeships, based at the Devonshire Dome, Buxton. Check out our courses: https://buxton.derby.ac.ukhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3mcuubzsfnk2l👀 We are holding an open event on the 12th of February, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm within the Devonshire Dome. You can pre-register to attend on our website through the link below - we look forward to seeing you! https://buxton.derby.ac.uk/events/uodb-open-event-thursday-12th-february-2026/20 Jan 2026 19:10 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcuubzsfnk2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3mcs232qgrc2l🌟 Congratulations to Jack Moseley for gaining a distinction in his Level 2 Hospitality Team Member apprenticeship, pictured here with his manager Sharon Boden from the Oakhill Hotel, Cromford. It has been a pleasure to see Jack though to the end of his course - well done!19 Jan 2026 16:16 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcs232qgrc2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3mcrzzcn5kc2l🖼 Last month, our Creative Media students had their annual Christmas trip to Liverpool, getting the chance to visit the Walker Art Gallery and the World Museum - we hope you all had a good time there!19 Jan 2026 16:15 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcrzzcn5kc2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3ltf3wailbs2v💆 Last week, students from Buxton Community School visited the Devonshire Dome for some time at Salon Inspire! They saw what our Hair & Beauty students get up to, taking part in a hairdressing competition and spending time creating mood boards together.07 Jul 2025 15:26 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltf3wailbs2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lsvih52w5s2n🤩 We've been having a great day so far, with lots of perspective students visiting our campus for Experience Day! They've had the chance to look around our facilities, speak with our tutors, and meet others interested in the same courses as them.01 Jul 2025 10:28 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lsvih52w5s2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3ls4hnlwv2c23☀️ It’s been a lovely, sunny day today, perfect weather for our community open event! We hope that you all had a nice time visiting and found the right course for you. Thank you to Staffordshire Police and Rudyard Lake Sailing Club for attending today's event!21 Jun 2025 11:37 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ls4hnlwv2c23https://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3ls4h4gbvfc23🏆 Thursday's FE Awards was a massive success - it’s been fantastic to see so many students celebrating their achievements. Thanks to all of the staff and students who made this year’s FE Awards possible, along with The Hairy Bartenders for putting on a great show throughout the evening! #BLCFE202521 Jun 2025 11:27 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ls4h4gbvfc23https://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lqovbdrkdc2h👀 We're holding a community open event from 10:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday, the 21st of June! Both of our campuses will be open. If you would like to attend, then you can pre-register on our website - link below! https://www.blc.ac.uk/events/blc-open-event-saturday-21st-june-10am-1pm/03 Jun 2025 08:38 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lqovbdrkdc2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lp7lx5uz5s2s🔨 Our second year T-Level Carpentry & Joinery students spent their last full day together today, wrapping up in our Leek workshop where their final projects were made. Well done for all of your hard work this year! #buxtonleekcollege15 May 2025 13:16 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lp7lx5uz5s2shttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3loxtwka7gk25⚽ Leek Town Football Club are holding a trial night on Friday, the 30th of May at the F. Ball Community Stadium! 👉 The match will be a friendly fixture between the current cohort and applicants, taking place from 5pm to 7pm. Please remember to bring training kit and shoes suitable for a 3G pitch.12 May 2025 11:18 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3loxtwka7gk25https://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lokzlyseys2k👨🏻‍🍳 Buxton & Leek College student Benji Shaw has recently passed his commis chef apprenticeship at The Reform Inn , seen here with co-owner Simon and the head chefs. Benji will be staying at the inn to further develop his culinary skills - well done! #buxtonleekcollege07 May 2025 08:55 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lokzlyseys2khttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lmroylqlcc2e💇🏻‍♀️ We recently held an internal competition in hairdressing, lead by Philippa Scott for the Level 3 Hairdressing group! 🌟 They were asked to create a themed look as part of their develop, enhance, and evaluate your creative hairdressing skills unit. Take a look at the winning looks!14 Apr 2025 13:43 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmroylqlcc2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lljdijdgas2k🙌 It was great to see you all today at our community open event! If you missed us today and want to see our campuses, speak with tutors, and learn more about the many fantastic courses we offer at BLC, then we are holding another open event on the 21st of June!29 Mar 2025 12:31 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lljdijdgas2khttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lko32pclys2p🚶‍♂️🌿 Our Public Services students made the most of the spring weather this morning with a refreshing walk to the iconic Corbar Cross! As part of their weekly wellbeing and fitness sessions, they took the opportunity to enjoy the fresh air and reflect on their academic year so far.18 Mar 2025 16:18 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lko32pclys2phttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lk6wpehxrs23👨‍🍳 With options of level 1, 2, 3 study routes, Catering really has something for everyone! All led by an outstanding group of teachers, with vast levels of experience working across the leisure industry. 👉Find out more at what we offer: www.blc.ac.uk/subject-areas/hospitality-catering/12 Mar 2025 15:50 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lk6wpehxrs23https://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lk6wjtnbns23👀 We have an open day coming soon on Saturday the 29th of March! Both of our campuses will be open from 10:00am to 1:00pm. 👉 You can still pre-register to attend on our website - link below! https://www.blc.ac.uk/events/blc-open-event-saturday-29th-march-2025-10am-1pm/ #buxtonleekcollege12 Mar 2025 15:47 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lk6wjtnbns23https://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3ljpnnqdzp22p⚽ This week our Official Buxton Football Club Level 2 and Level 3 Sport students have taken part in a sports coaching workshop which has seen them complete their FA Playmaker qualification!06 Mar 2025 13:58 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ljpnnqdzp22phttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3ljhnfa2klk27🙌 Apprentices from BLC and UoD welcomed HRH The Princess Royal to the Nuclear Skills Academy in Derby during #NAW2025. 👉 During the visit, Her Royal Highness learned about the first-of-its-kind training centre and met apprentices at the forefront of the future of the nuclear industry.03 Mar 2025 09:32 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ljhnfa2klk27https://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3liemsjxs222u🙌 Our step up learners have been given a wonderful opportunity to illustrate a children's book that will be published this year. We are currently in the creative phase, exploring different illustrators and making mood boards. 👀 Stay tuned for more! #CreativeLearning #RealWorldLearning17 Feb 2025 11:19 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3liemsjxs222uhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3liekq7qtnk2u🌟 We had a fantastic open event last Thursday! It was great to speak with so many prospective students and show them all of what Buxton & Leek College has to offer. 👉 Want to see us too? Follow the link below to pre-register for our next open day on the 29th of March! https://www.blc.ac.uk/events/blc-open-event-saturday-29th-march-2025-10am-1pm/17 Feb 2025 10:41 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3liekq7qtnk2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3li2vwgb6o22n🌟 Yesterday, we had visitors from the DfE come to our Buxton and Leek campuses to see our facilities and what our students are getting up to! During the tour, they got to speak with tutors and students about their experiences with T-Levels, along with having lunch in Harpurs Bistro.13 Feb 2025 14:35 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3li2vwgb6o22nhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3li2vcoauwk2n🚌 We've been out and about this week, visiting schools to discuss apprenticeships and education within the workplace as a part of #NAW2025 👉 Interested in doing an apprenticeship with BLC? You can learn more and see vacancies on our website - link below! https://www.blc.ac.uk/apprenticeships/apprenticeship-journey/ #futureyou13 Feb 2025 14:24 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3li2vcoauwk2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lhg7gtkhhc26💘 Our Hairdressing students from Salon Inspire at Leek have done a gorgeous Valentines themed window display. 👉 Want to see it in person at our Leek campus? Pop down to our Open Event on Thursday 13th February from 5pm - 7pm, and fall in love with your future at BLC. https://www.blc.ac.uk/events/blc-open-event-thursday-13th-february-2025-5pm-7pm/05 Feb 2025 08:59 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lhg7gtkhhc26https://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lhg7byoyb226⭐ We did it! We achieved #OfstedGOOD 🎉 A big thank you to the entire Buxton & Leek College community for making this possible along with the University of Derby and the Nuclear Skills Academy. 👉🏽 Read more about it at: https://www.blc.ac.uk/news/buxton-leek-college-retains-good-ofsted-rating/05 Feb 2025 08:57 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lhg7byoyb226https://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3lg667hafns2o👀 We have an open event coming up on February the 13th! It's a brilliant chance to see our campuses and find out about the many courses offered BLC. You can pre-register for this event on our website - link below! https://www.blc.ac.uk/events/blc-open-event-thursday-13th-february-2025-5pm-7pm/ #buxtonleekcollege20 Jan 2025 10:51 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3lg667hafns2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3ldnpzbjfrc2u🎄 Our Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery Apprentices took part in a fun Christmas competition to finish 2024! 🙌 Well done to all apprentices who took part and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all apprentices and employers we work with, from everyone in the Carpentry & Joinery Team.19 Dec 2024 11:04 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ldnpzbjfrc2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3ldnpmlohqc2u✈️🔧Engineering students recently visited the Rolls-Royce Learning and Development Centre. It was an inspirational visit and showcased opportunities in the automotive, aerospace and related industries. 👉To discover the engineering courses, check out our website! https://www.blc.ac.uk/subject-areas/engineering/19 Dec 2024 10:57 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ldnpmlohqc2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3ldgapdzdn22z🙌 We had a great time attending the Totally Locally Market in Leek yesterday, having the chance to speak with lots of people about our adult and short courses! 👉 Want to learn more yourself? You can find more information, see our course guide, and apply on our website - link below! www.blc.ac.uk16 Dec 2024 11:41 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ldgapdzdn22zhttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3ld46cieavc2p👀 We have lots of open events coming up in the new year - they are the perfect opportunity to see all of what Buxton & Leek College has to offer you as a student! 👉 You can pre-register for any of these events on our website - link below! www.blc.ac.uk #buxtonleekcollege12 Dec 2024 11:32 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ld46cieavc2phttps://bsky.app/profile/uodbuxton.bsky.social/post/3ld43v6ijn22p🎄 We held a wonderful, busy open event this week! Lots of prospective students visited both of our campuses, having the chance to speak with our tutors and see the facilities available at BLC - take a look!12 Dec 2024 10:49 +0000at://did:plc:ptrsu3tvscnmjjlxvrcphyh2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ld43v6ijn22p