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01Founders Announced as Finalist for Positive Impact Award at Prestigious SME London Business Awards 2024

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01Founders is in the running for another accolade as it is shortlisted for the Positive Impact Award in the SME London Business Awards 2024.

Just a few weeks after taking to the stage to accept the Newcomer of the Year Award at the Westminster Business Council Business Awards, 01Founders celebrates another great moment of recognition. The innovative coding school has been shortlisted for the Positive Impact Award in the SME London Business Awards 2024.

The London Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (LCCI) SME London Business Awards are a unique platform which recognises and rewards enterprises demonstrating outstanding initiative, innovation and positive impact. The 22 award categories bring together the best and brightest small or medium-sized enterprises across London.

01Founders, which was founded by Capital City College Group (CCCG) and Founders Forum’s Brent Hobermann, has been shortlisted for the Positive Impact Award. The training provider offers free access to coding courses with an emphasis on collaboration and creativity. 01Founders has a clear and positive impact on those it serves, with its forward-thinking and constructive approach to education and employment enabling students greater access to a wealth of tech career opportunities.

Matt Harvey, Director of Business Development and Partnerships at 01Founders, said: “01Founders are leading a tech education revolution, spotting untapped talent and welcoming everyone regardless of age, background, culture, or education and offering companies the opportunity to recruit the next generation of a diverse workforce through the 01F Apprenticeship scheme. We are very proud to be shortlisted and recognised by the community we serve and hope we can continue to impact many lives and businesses through digital training.”

Jackie Chapman, CEO of 01Founders, said: “As an SME, we value the community and support provided by LCCI, which has increased our networking opportunities and outreach exponentially. To be shortlisted amongst such a wealth of organisations is incredible, and is already helping to increase our contracts and therefore our impact on so many lives.”

The winners of the SME London Business Awards 2024 will be announced at the Awards Final, which will take place on 8 February at the Park Plaza.

Congratulations to everyone at 01Founders on becoming a finalist in the SME London Business Awards 2024!

You can find out more about 01Founders here.

CONEL Students Spend the Day Visiting BAFTA Headquarters

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Students from CONEL spent the day exploring BAFTA’s headquarters and attended a talk by actor Taz Skylar and CG expert Amanda Joshnstone-Batt.

Over 40 students from The College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London’s (CONEL) Media and Music courses had the opportunity to explore the home of BAFTA and learn more about the world of film.  The event was organised by CONEL’s Creative and Digital Media department to give students insight into the film industry and provide valuable encouragement for their future careers.

On arrival, students were excited to enter the historic BAFTA building on Piccadilly and see the wide variety of memorabilia on display. They spent time in the press room, where they were able to re-enact press conferences and interviews and see the iconic BAFTA statue.

Students then attended a talk and Q&A session with Taz Skylar, a successful British and Spanish actor best known for his role in the successful Netflix anime series One Piece. Following the talk, students were able to enjoy some interactive activities, playing games designed by BAFTA students and making use of a photo booth.

The final part of the day featured a talk delivered by Amanda Johnstone-Batt, CG supervisor at ILM (Industrial Light & Magic), one of the world’s leading VFX companies. Amanda has worked in the film industry for almost twenty years and oversees teams of artists on a variety of projects.

During her informative presentation, Amanda gave students an insight into various roles within the VFX industry, including her own, and presented examples of her work, which includes cinematic masterpieces such as Avatar, Man of Steel, Godzilla and Thor. Students then had the opportunity to speak to her individually about her experience and get advice for developing their own skills and future careers.

Teti Purwani, a Level 3 Media student, said: “I couldn’t believe I was heading to BAFTA HQ! I was excited to meet Taz Skylar who has inspired me to write my own scripts and have learnt about different roles within the film industry.”

Marek Morzuch, a teacher on the Games and Animation course, said: “It was a great opportunity for students to learn about different roles within the filming industry. Students met a representative from Industrial Light & Magic. This really opened their eyes to different aspects of filming. It was great for them to learn about the CGI and SFX side to filmmaking, which does not get enough attention in the industry.”

You can learn more about our Creative and Digital Media courses here.

You can learn more about our Music courses here.

CONEL Students Attend Spotlight on Horror Workshop with The British Board of Classification

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Students from CONEL take part in a workshop led by The British Board of Film Classification to learn about the classification process and its issues. 

Students from The College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London (CONEL) were invited to a Spotlight on Horror workshop in collaboration with The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC). The event, which took place on 23 November, gave students from Level 2 Music and Media courses the opportunity to learn about the classification of films in the horror genre.

The event started with an introduction to the BBFC which is an independent, non-governmental body that has classified cinema films since it was set up in 1912. Students were given insight into the classification process and its challenges.

Ian Mashiah, a compliance officer for the BBFC then led a workshop where he explained the reasoning behind various ratings of a range of films. Students were able to watch a range of vintage and contemporary clips and listen to a detailed analysis of each film’s rating. They also heard about factors that would cause a rating to be changed, such as viewer responses.

Nicholas Adesulure, a Level 2 Music Student, said: “I really enjoyed this trip, it has opened my eyes and given me a deep understanding as to why movies are given certain age ratings. We currently have an assignment on foley sounds for films and this trip has definitely given me loads of ideas on how to create horror foley sounds.”

Scarlett Squire, a teacher at CONEL, said “This trip was great for our students who want to understand how to create films for their projects. Understanding age ratings will help them create content for their correct target audiences. Students really enjoyed watching different clips and guessing the age ratings. Some were shocked to see that Hotel Transylvania was given a U rating!”

You can find out more about our Music courses here.

You can find out more about our Film and Media courses here.

CANDI’s Performing Arts and Music Students Take to the Stage in a Series of Performances

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Performing Arts and Music students showcase their skills in a series of performances to students, parents and teachers.

Students at City and Islington College (CANDI) have been preparing and performing a series of shows, ranging from a modern take on Shakespeare’s comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream to Tom Wells’ coming-of-age drama Broken Biscuits.

CANDI students from Performing Arts and Music courses have been involved at every stage of preparing these shows, from reworking classical texts to participating in technical rehearsals. Students have already performed their own version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Morning by Simon Stephens, and Old Times by Harold Pinter. 

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Some scenes from the Performing Arts show yesterday at City and Islington College! 🎭 The students performed a modern interpretation of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream in front of an audience of students, parents and teachers. 🎬 Our upcoming performances at CANDI include 👇 Friday 24 Nov – Morning (3pm & 7pm) Tuesday 28 Nov – Old Times (3pm & 7pm) Thursday 30 Nov – Broken Biscuits (3pm & 7pm) Thursday 5th Dec – Music Show (3pm & 7pm) Wednesday 6th Dec – Music Show (3pm & 7pm) To learn more about our performing arts courses, click the link in our bio. #performingarts #drama #MSND #shakespeare #show #college #london #lifeatcccg

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Performances are taking place at CANDI’s Centre for Business, Arts and Technology (CBAT) on Camden Road (no booking required).

There are more performances still to come:

  • 30 November – Broken Biscuits (3pm and 7pm)
  • 5 December – Music Show (3pm and 7pm)
  • 6 December – Music Show (3pm and 7pm)

Georgia Gomes Pozzebon, who is studying for a Performing Arts Diploma and played Ophelia in the student’s revamped version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, said: “It’s been a really interesting process, getting to see how different people work, getting to learn different techniques and different ways of performing.”

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The Performing Arts shows at City and Islington College have started! 🎭 Today the students performed a modern interpretation of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream in front of an audience of students, parents and teachers. 🎬 Our upcoming performances at CANDI include 👇 Friday 24 Nov – Morning (3pm & 7pm) Tuesday 28 Nov – Old Times (3pm & 7pm) Thursday 30 Nov – Broken Biscuits (3pm & 7pm) Thursday 5th Dec – Music Show (3pm & 7pm) Wednesday 6th Dec – Music Show (3pm & 7pm) To learn more about our performing arts courses, click the link in our bio. #performingarts #drama #MSND #shakespeare #show #college #london #lifeatcccg

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You can find out more about our Music courses here.

You can find out more about our Performing Arts courses here.

CONEL Students Gain Insight Into Top Agency VMLY&R at Advertising Unlocked Event

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CONEL students take part in the Advertising Unlocked event to learn more about careers, and campaigns and put their media skills to the test.

A group of students from The College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London (CONEL) met with the global agency VMLY&R on 15 November at Sea Containers London to learn more about the world of advertising. VMLY&R is an agency with global reach and has worked with an impressive list of international brands such as Coca Cola, Oreos, Dell and Wendy’s.

Advertising Unlocked is a UK-wide initiative that encourages schools and colleges to participate in an industry-wide open day. On 15 November, top UK advertising and media agencies opened their doors to the next generation of talent, giving insight into how campaigns are made. The Advertising Unlocked event, organised by the college, allowed a group of 28 students from the Level 3 Extended Games and Media courses to gain knowledge and practical experience relating to the world of advertising. 

The day began with representatives from VMLY&R presenting the agency’s history and sharing details about its most memorable campaigns. Then, students took part in a networking session with people from the advertising industry which helped them build a bigger picture of the agency environment. They had the opportunity to learn about different roles within an agency and the skills needed in each area. 

Hannah Nwogu, a Level 3 Media student said: “Incredibly positive experience, the agency were very welcoming. The environment was amazing and all the staff were so friendly. The agency helped break down the different jobs in the advertising agency and take the mystery away from what job titles do what. I would 100% consider a job in advertising after this.”

To consolidate what they had seen and learnt, students then took part in a group task. They were presented with a brief for a “Drink Driving Safety” campaign with a target audience of 18 to 26 year olds.

After discussing their ideas, students worked together to pitch their campaign and advertisement proposals.

Francesca Perilli, a Level 3 Media student said: “This trip was so useful, I enjoyed speaking to people in the industry. I had so much fun doing the practical tasks as it put us in the same shoes as them for the day. The feedback we received back from the practical sessions was very helpful and made us think outside the box.”

You can find out more about our Digital Media courses here.

CANDI Students Receive OCN Awards for Achievement and Commitment

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CANDI students Vlad Starchenko and Thamina Rahman from the Access to Engineering Diploma receive OCN Michael Sargent Bursary Awards.

Two City and Islington College (CANDI) students have received recognition for their academic performance and dedication to their studies as part of the Open College Network (OCN) Awards. Vlad Starchenko and Thamina Rahman, who completed the Access to Engineering Diploma at CANDI, were awarded Michael Sargent Bursary Awards.

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Vlad Starchenko received the Outstanding Academic Achievement Award. He was nominated for the award because of the exceptional quality of his work, his commitment to assisting his peers and his dedication to the pursuit of knowledge. 

Vlad’s teachers said: “Vlad is an extraordinary individual whose journey and accomplishments are truly inspiring. His outstanding academic achievements, particularly in the face of adversity and personal challenges, demonstrate a level of excellence and dedication that is rarely seen.”

Vlad will go forward to be considered for the National Access to Higher Education Keith Fletcher Prize. Having completed the Access to Engineering Diploma, he has gone on to study Games Programming at Ravensbourne University, London

Thamina Rahman was selected as runner up for the Outstanding Commitment to Study Award.

Thamina completed the Access to Engineering Diploma after facing numerous challenges. The award recognises her dedication, resilience, and unwavering commitment to her studies. 

Thamina’s teachers said: “Thamina’s journey began with an initial setback, as she joined the course as a late enroller around a month later than her peers. Despite this delay, she exhibited an unmatched work ethic, and although she had to work so much harder than the rest of her classmates to catch up, she ultimately achieved outstanding results in her Access to Engineering Diploma, achieving far more Distinctions than she believed possible.”

After successfully completing her course at CANDI, Thamina has been able to pursue her dreams and has accepted a place to study Aeronautical Engineering at Queen Mary University. 

Congratulations to both students on their awards!

You can find out more about the Access to Engineering Diploma here.

Mayor of London’s Skills Academies Helps 10,000 Londoners Gain Employment

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The Mayor of London’s Skills Academies has worked with 10,000 people across the city and supported them in gaining employment across various sectors.

The Mayor of London’s Skills Academies have helped over 10,000 Londoners progress into work in the digital, green, health and social care, hospitality and creative industries. 

The programme coordinates training provision and employer demand, helping Londoners to prepare for the future and enabling employers to access the skills they need to thrive. Over 2,500 employers have engaged with the Mayor’s Skills Academies programme since it launched in January 2022.

Capital City College Group (CCCG) is proud to run four academy hubs which focus on supporting the creative, construction, digital, and hospitality sectors:

  • Creative Skills Hub – providing training and industry networks to jumpstart a career in the creative sector
  • Green Hub – working towards retrofitting environmentally friendly energy systems to reduce emissions whilst creating job opportunities
  • Digital Skills Hub – supporting training and guidance with high-tech equipment to develop a career in the digital sector
  • Hospitality Hub – offering bespoke training opportunities and support packages to facilitate employment in the hospitality sector

All four of CCCG’s Mayor’s Skills Academies are credited by The Quality Mark, which identifies them as excellent, industry-relevant training providers.

You can find out more about our Mayor of London Skills Academies here.

TEAM CCCG SPORT Crowned AOC London Regional Basketball Champions for the Second Consecutive Year

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Basketball teams from CANDI and CONEL beat the competition to become the Association of Colleges (AOC) Sport Basketball London Regional Champions. 

Two basketball teams from The College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London (CONEL) and City and Islington College (CANDI) represented Capital City College Group (CCCG) at the SCORE Centre in Leyton on 22 November. They took part in an intense competition and played some of the region’s top basketball teams.

The CONEL basketball team faced a difficult start to the competition with a narrow 11-9 victory in their opening game. The team soon found its rhythm and went on to have five consecutive wins. The CANDI basketball team also had notable victories and finished third in the competition.

The TEAM CCCG SPORT volleyball team also showcased their remarkable skills and experienced sporting success. Despite only having become a team four weeks before the tournament, the players demonstrated their enormous potential and came second in the regional volleyball competition.

Thanks to their excellent performances, all three have secured their places in the upcoming AOC Sport National Championships which will take place on 19 April 2024 in Nottingham.

Jonathan Silman, the Head of Sport for CCCG, and Rob Murphy, the Sports Development Manager, were both delighted with the achievements of TEAM CCCG SPORT. Jonathan Silman said: “Our ambition is to become the number one Sports college in the country. The rapid growth of our Sports Academies, combined with a strong desire and a collectively group-wide approach, is fast-tracking our goal.”

Congratulations to all TEAM CCCG SPORT teams on their fantastic performances!

Find out more about our Sport and Fitness courses and Sport Academies here.

Mark Martin MBE delivers inspiring talk to students at WestKing

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Westminster Kingsway College students attend a talk by Mark Martin MBE as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week.

Westminster Kingsway College (WestKing) welcomed Mark Martin MBE to the Kings Cross Centre to deliver an inspiring talk to students as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week. The event, which took place on 16 November, was organised in collaboration with Central District Alliance (CDA).

Mark Martin, Assistant Professor in Computer Science and Education Practice at Northeastern University, is a key figure in the UK technology scene. In addition to contributing to edtech and Computer Science education, he is also an advisor to the government, big tech companies, institutions, and charities. As co-founder of UKBlackTech, Mark champions home-grown talent, digital skills, and education equity. In recognition of his contributions, he was awarded an MBE  for services to education, technology and diversity in UK technology in 2019.

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We had the pleasure of welcoming @Mark Martin MBE to our Westminster Kingsway College, King’s Cross campus to give an inspirational speech to our students as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week! 🙌 This event is brought to you by Central District Alliance, Business Development District and is in partnership with Capital City College Group. 🤝 During this week, people from various countries worldwide will come together through local, national and global events to create solutions for worldwide economic growth. 🎉 #growth #entrepreneurship #college #london #lifeatcccg

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During his lunchtime talk, Mark spoke to around 180 students and shared valuable insights into how to prepare for the future. He encouraged students to connect with like-minded individuals, stand out by delivering beyond expectations and stay focused on their individual goals. Students at WestKing took the opportunity to ask him questions and chat with him after his motivating and informative talk.

Inspired by Mark’s speech? Find out more about our Computing and IT courses here!

CANDI’s Future Architects Programme Shortlisted for the Thornton Education Trust Awards

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City and Islington College’s Stanton Williams Future Architects programme is a finalist in the Thornton Education Trust Inspire Future Generations Awards.

City and Islington College (CANDI) is delighted to announce that it has been selected as a finalist for Thornton Education Trust’s Inspire Future Generations Awards. The awards recognise and celebrate excellent projects and programmes that engage and empower young people to have a voice in shaping their built environment.

CANDI’s Future Architects programme has been shortlisted in the Educational Collaborations category, which recognises the development of creative projects between schools and building environment practices or organisations.

The Future Architects programme, which has been running at CANDI for three years, is part of an ongoing collaboration with internationally renowned architect Stanton Williams. Over 100 students have participated in the programme which consists of talks, workshops, portfolio or career advice and summer internships at Stanton Williams. 

The programme was set up to support Year 12 students with an interest in architecture and encourage curiosity about sustainability in architecture while developing skills. The 2023 cohort included a mixture of visual arts students from the Sixth Form College and Engineering students from the Centre for Applied Sciences. The Future Architects programme aims to encourage students from marginalised groups to explore the field of architecture and provide work experience opportunities.

Amelia Tran, a Fine Art and Graphics student, said, “My experiences on the project have helped me expand my creativity, and not just that, but the talks, portfolio workshop and summer internship also helped me to build my confidence and realise that I can become an architect. I will be applying to study architecture at UCL next year.” 

Nana Brew, Curriculum Leader for Performing and Visual Arts at CANDI Sixth Form College, said: “The Future Architect programme with Stanton Williams has greatly influenced our Performing and Visual Arts students, elevating their aspirations and motivating them to explore careers in architecture and design. I would like to express gratitude to our generous partners at Stanton Williams for their valuable time and resources. Special thanks to the participating students and our dedicated teachers who supported and facilitated the programme.”

Winners of the Thornton Education Trust’s Inspire Future Generations Awards will be announced on 4 December at the Building Centre.

Congratulations to everyone involved in the Future Architects programme on becoming a finalist!

Find out more about our Visual Arts courses here.

Find out more about our Engineering courses here.

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