TALENTED students came together for the annual Cheshire and Warrington Skills Competition, a WorldSkills-style event designed to enhance collaboration between regional colleges and develop industry-ready talent.
Now in its third year, the competition united students from Warrington and Vale Royal College, Cheshire College – South & West, Reaseheath College and Macclesfield College. Hosted over multiple weeks and divided into various categories, the event provided students with the opportunity to showcase their skills in line with industry benchmarks and employer expectations.
This year, Cheshire College hosted the Art and Design and Creative Media categories, utilising its cutting-edge facilities at the Crewe campus.
Jasbir Dhesi principal and CEO of Cheshire College emphasised the significance of the partnership between colleges:
“This competition is a fantastic example of the power of partnership between colleges in Cheshire and Warrington. By working together, we are enhancing our students’ skills and confidence and ensuring they are well-prepared for the workforce.”
“It is inspiring to see such talent and dedication from all involved, and I am incredibly proud of what we are achieving as a region.”
Throughout the competition, expert teaching staff from all four colleges collaborated to assess student’s work. Judges commended the exceptionally high standards demonstrated, noting the challenge of selecting winners due to the outstanding quality of work presented.
