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Adult student, Bear finds a new purpose through Counselling

2nd June 2026

Student Evie speaks in Parliament about rare condition

29th May 2026

Barnsley College University Centre student supports vulnerable people in police custody through volunteering role

20th May 2026

Esports students take on Pokémon Regional Championships

13th May 2026

Student recognised nationally for SEND conference initiative

12th May 2026

Sam Takes First Steps Towards New Career and Future Travel Dreams

12th May 2026

Performing Arts staff and students collaborate on music video for local folk band

10th May 2026

Britain’s Got Talent winner Colin Thackery MBE joins Barnsley College for poignant VE Day commemoration

8th May 2026

Public Services student turning classroom learning into real-life experience

22nd April 2026

College shares ‘SDG Ready’ sustainability strategy at EAUC Scotland Conference

20th April 2026

Esports students pitch innovative Minecraft solution at regional sustainability challenge

20th April 2026

Adult learner Joy shaping inclusive future in hairdressing

16th April 2026

Barnsley Griffins set for national university esports competition

13th April 2026

Paris trip gives students a memorable cultural experience

13th April 2026

National recognition for our Foundation Learning team in Pearson Teaching Awards

13th April 2026

We are celebrating several finalists in the South Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards 2026

8th April 2026

A vibrant Week of Culture across our College campuses

1st April 2026

Students support SEND learners through esports partnership with NEXUS

27th March 2026

University Centre students empower peers through self-defence classes

27th March 2026

Double success for Barnsley College Student Services at national NAMSS Awards

17th March 2026

Barnsley College student introduces South Yorkshire Mayor at launch of new public transport brand

16th March 2026

Photography students recognised in Barnsley Young Photographers Award

13th March 2026

Barnsley College students inspired by powerful speakers during Crime and Justice week

12th March 2026

Students experience life changing opportunity in Sri Lanka

11th March 2026

Barnsley College backs report calling for greater collaboration between colleges and universities

6th March 2026

We have been recognised in prestigious national awards

4th March 2026

Product Recall: Stretcherz: ‘Stretch’ and ‘Slammers’

3rd March 2026

Learning Law in the Real World: Amelia’s T Level Placement Experience

2nd March 2026

We're celebrating National Careers Week and Colleges Week by spotlighting inspiring career journeys

27th February 2026

Business student delivers lifesaving aid to refugee families in Jordan

24th February 2026

Student right on target to represent College in national darts event

23rd February 2026

Training for Clean Energy Jobs

19th February 2026

Barnsley College showcases student talent at Together at the Town Hall

18th February 2026

Church Street memories: Margaret’s lifelong link to learning

17th February 2026

Barnsley College support UK’s low-carbon construction transition with launch of Clean Energy Training Centre

16th February 2026

From Barnsley to Team GB

16th February 2026

Clean Energy Jobs Fair held at Barnsley College

12th February 2026

Developing Confident Care Professionals Through Apprenticeships

10th February 2026

Higher Apprenticeships graduate and process through the town centre

10th February 2026

We are part of a national pilot equipping apprentices with innovation skills

9th February 2026

'Rewarding and formative': Tom's T Level placement experience

9th February 2026

It’s National Apprenticeship Week!

6th February 2026

College welcomes Secretary of State and Microsoft leaders to mark Showcase School status

3rd February 2026

A capital experience for Sport and Public Services students

2nd February 2026

Apprentice represents Sheffield Forgemasters at Nuclear Week in Parliament 2026

29th January 2026

University Centre welcomes students back with Higher Education Refresher event

29th January 2026

Former soldier finds new purpose in counselling after overcoming homelessness, addiction and cancer

28th January 2026

Celebrating student success in the November GCSE exams

26th January 2026

Our students engage with South Yorkshire Mayor on regional vision

19th January 2026

Staff quiz raises £200 for IDAS

5th January 2026

Century Tech Winter Cup 2025 Winners

18th December 2025

Supporting digital innovation within teaching with the first EdTech Community event at Barnsley College University Centre

16th December 2025

First-of-its-kind Clean Energy Training Centre opens at Barnsley College

12th December 2025

Apprentice Katie’s work at Age UK Barnsley picked up by national news

11th December 2025

Bronze prize at WorldSkills UK for University Centre student Euan

11th December 2025

Our world first award for climate education

3rd December 2025

Two students recognised in AoC Student of the Year Awards

1st December 2025

We have officially launched several new employer-led academies

25th November 2025

Reloved Boutique celebrates double recognition for community impact and sustainability

24th November 2025

The Body Coach star impresses students

19th November 2025

We've secured £1.8 million funding for Phase 2 of renovation in our historic town centre campus

19th November 2025

Barnsley College welcomes over 250 attendees to first Volunteering Fair of the year

17th November 2025

We’re celebrating triple Green Gown Awards success

7th November 2025

Boost your career in 2026 with a Part-time course at Barnsley College

6th November 2025

Discover new passions with Barnsley College’s hobby courses

6th November 2025

“If I can do it, they can too”: Boxing champ Callum Simpson inspires our students

24th October 2025

We are world leaders for numbers of Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts

23rd October 2025

Barnsley student takes NHS waiting time proposal to Westminster

22nd October 2025

Church Street memories: Liane's family ties and failed teenage rebellions

21st October 2025

Grammy-winning musician Ron Block visits College

20th October 2025

Reloved Boutique raises £4,500 for local charities

15th October 2025

College donates over £4,000 worth of supplies to support the homeless

14th October 2025

Celebrating T Levels: Barnsley College Media students share their journey

13th October 2025

A creative journey into fashion

13th October 2025

Our Masonite partnership showcases the power of employer-led T Levels

13th October 2025

Barnsley College partners with MEI to strengthen maths teaching and student support

13th October 2025

Reloved Boutique shortlisted for Business Community Impact Award

1st October 2025

Health and Childcare students gain industry insights

1st October 2025

Barnsley College Principal joins World Peace Day ceremony in London

29th September 2025

Church Street memories: BBC producer Hilary Robinson on the skills that shaped her career

17th September 2025

Unveiling our £16m transformation of historic former mining college into world-class University Centre

17th September 2025

Busting the Myths About Higher Education

16th September 2025

Barnsley College University Centre: Study that’s built around you

11th September 2025

Case Study: Nick’s Journey to Success with HN Flex

11th September 2025

We're part of Weston Park Cancer Charity's new ‘Together at Every Step’ college partnership

10th September 2025

Two Barnsley College students named finalists in Student of the Year Awards

10th September 2025

Barnsley College's landmark remembrance artefact now on display at Town Hall

22nd August 2025

GXO Logistics and Barnsley College – A Decade of Apprenticeship Success

21st August 2025

Persistence pays off: T Level student reaches WorldSkills UK National Finals

20th August 2025

Students Triumphant in T Level Results

15th August 2025

Sixth Form students shine on A Level results day

14th August 2025

Business students team up with Evri to tackle carbon emissions

7th August 2025

Shaping a future in ceramics: Scarlett’s story

7th August 2025

New Adult Part-Time Guide Out Now!

28th July 2025

Case study: Presley Beckham's experience at the College

23rd July 2025

How famous Cannon Hall farmers started their careers at Barnsley College

18th July 2025

Results Day 2025

17th July 2025

We've been awarded £205,000 in Turing Scheme funding

17th July 2025

Award win for first-of-its-kind training centre

17th July 2025

Share your memories of historic Church Street campus

17th July 2025

We are a triple finalist in the Green Gown Awards

17th July 2025

A Wild Journey into Romanian Conservation

10th July 2025

Student overcomes stroke to chase her dairy farming dream

8th July 2025

Shelling Out Creativity: Students take on Barnsley Libraries art challenge

8th July 2025

Selma Leads the Way in Championing Inclusion and Student Voice

7th July 2025

Esports academy puts students in pole position

7th July 2025

Star students celebrated at our Excellence Awards

7th July 2025

Young entrepreneurs shine in Dragons’ Den-Style Challenge

1st July 2025

Team of College staff conquer 22km Langsett hike in support of local dementia and alzheimer’s charity

26th June 2025

Reloved Boutique and Next partner to support Barnsley families and charities

26th June 2025

Successful College fundraiser for IDAS women’s refuge

24th June 2025

Barnsley College celebrates student and employer success at Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards

23rd June 2025

Annie’s story of resilience, dedication, and teaching excellence

18th June 2025

Student transforms trauma into a career of compassion

17th June 2025

McKenzie Wins Apprentice of the Year at South Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards

16th June 2025

Abseil from roof of Old Mill Lane campus raises more than £27,000 for Barnsley Hospice

16th June 2025

College students jet off to The Big Apple

12th June 2025

College Raises Over £2,000 for Barnsley Hospice

12th June 2025

Stunning full-wall mural celebrating College community unveiled

11th June 2025

Save the date! Graduation 2025

11th June 2025

Inspirational Apprentice Triumphs in Adult Care

10th June 2025

Students thrive at Jamie's Farm

5th June 2025

Inspiring community nursery becomes College academy partner

5th June 2025

College Beauty Treatments Fundraiser

4th June 2025

We visited Downing Street for Show Racism the Red Card Hall of Fame celebration

4th June 2025

College teacher to receive prestigious Fellows Award for contribution to English studies

26th May 2025

Modern Methods of Construction Training Centre shortlisted for South Yorkshire Property Award

26th May 2025

Four Performing Arts Students Accepted into Prestigious National Youth Theatre

22nd May 2025

Student supplements success

21st May 2025

Health students raise over £900 for Dementia UK

20th May 2025

Saiman’s journey from basketball player to coach

15th May 2025

Students researching climate change to save the world

15th May 2025

Industry Insight: Behind the scenes in a career in technical theatre

15th May 2025

College Brings Endangered Species to Life in New Reptile Room

13th May 2025

College receives Principal Lamp Light of Peace amid poignant VE Day commemorations

13th May 2025

Pokémon club encourages catching friendships and battling loneliness

13th May 2025

Empowering futures by navigating post College resources

12th May 2025

Computing student powers national VE Day 80th Anniversary campaign

8th May 2025

Students impress at Wigfield Farm Spring Show

2nd May 2025

Case study: Daniel’s Journey

2nd May 2025

College student rounds-off with Gold

2nd May 2025

Students Bring the Spirit with New Cheerleading Club!

29th April 2025

Free inclusive cricket hub every Thursday!

29th April 2025

We are collaborating to tackle green skills shortages

25th April 2025

Construction apprentice triumphant in Guild of Bricklayers

17th April 2025

Catering students sharpen their skills at Nestlé Professional Toque d’Or Competition 2025

11th April 2025

Barnsley College welcomes Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Governors

11th April 2025

Equines arrive at Barnsley College from Cannon Hall

10th April 2025

Teen footballer aims for Academy spot

9th April 2025

Graphic Design Students Showcase Talent with Murals for Chamber of Commerce

8th April 2025

#VEHAPPY be part of history

4th April 2025

Fashion alumni inspire new generation

4th April 2025

College Celebrates its Cultural Diversity

3rd April 2025

College Celebrates Agriculture Students with NFU

31st March 2025

Catering and Hospitality students get a taste for success during Industry Week

24th March 2025

Students Experience History and Culture in Kraków

21st March 2025

Applied Science Students Experience Forensics

20th March 2025

Barnsley College Sport Student Makes History

19th March 2025

Natulique Inspires Hair and Beauty Students

19th March 2025

Fashion Students Help Raise Funds for Barnsley Hospice with Sustainable Designs

19th March 2025

Public Services students participated in simulated emergency incident

19th March 2025

Travel and Tourism students run away with career aspirations

17th March 2025

Case study: Andrew’s Journey

12th March 2025

Dog Grooming Students have Fur-tastic Fun at Crufts

12th March 2025

Apprentice star recognised for outstanding accountability

10th March 2025

Students organise inspiring International Women's Day forum

8th March 2025

Career Fair Inspires Health and Childcare Students During National Careers Week

7th March 2025

T Level Childcare Students Bring Stories to Life for World Book Day!

6th March 2025

Project Search: New Rotations and Gaining Independence

6th March 2025

Graphic Design Student Creates Official Logo for Worsbrough Mill’s 400-Year Anniversary

5th March 2025

Apprentice helps save and restore WWI Memorial

4th March 2025

Barnsley Student Wins Funding to Launch Streetwear Brand

3rd March 2025

From Social Care to Cybersecurity: Michelle’s Journey to a Digital Career

28th February 2025

Barnsley College Hosts Successful Volunteer Fair in Collaboration with Barnsley CVS

25th February 2025

Launch of 'Wagfield' Dog Grooming Instagram

25th February 2025

College student victorious in gymnastics competition

24th February 2025

We have officially opened our NEXT academy

21st February 2025

We have officially opened our new Job Shop

13th February 2025

Trio of awards for trailblazing sustainability team

13th February 2025

We're the first institution to have a fully Carbon Literate Board of Governors

13th February 2025

Seeds of Knowledge Grow During Industry Week

4th February 2025

Sir David’s reply leaves Animal Care students inspired!

31st January 2025

A Constructive Week of Insightful Sessions and Hands-on Learning

30th January 2025

Horticulture Students Visit Oakwell Stadium!

28th January 2025

Health and Social Care Students Master First Aid for Placements

9th January 2025

We’ve helped launch a new apprenticeship for teaching assistants

8th January 2025

Transformation of historic Barnsley College campus takes shape

19th December 2024

Health and Social Care Students Spread Festive Cheer in the Community

17th December 2024

Students partner with Worsbrough Mill to celebrate 400-year anniversary

13th December 2024

Students help to raise aspirations at primary school

13th December 2024

College and Council Unite to Deliver Prevent Workshops for Safer Communities

10th December 2024

Meet our Barnsley College Futurepreneurs

19th November 2024

Veteran Redefines Strength Through Sport and Education

11th November 2024

Exciting New Tractors Arrive at Wigfield Farm Campus

8th November 2024

Abigail’s Return to Education and Journey to Social Work

7th November 2024

College Student Battles Cancer to Pursue Nursing Dreams

5th November 2024

We Marked Wear It Red Day with Special Guests

22nd October 2024

College donates more than £3,500 of supplies to help homeless

10th October 2024

Students empowered by Childcare, Health and Science industry professionals during ‘Insight Day’

2nd October 2024

Four Alumni Kickstart Social Work Careers Through New Degree Apprenticeship

25th September 2024

We’ve launched an academy with Mukhair UK

25th September 2024

Amanda’s Mission Against Alzheimer’s Disease

20th September 2024

Baa-rilliant Debut Performances for Agriculture students

19th September 2024

Amanda’s Inspiring Career Change from Hairdresser to Specialist Nurse

17th September 2024

Students Embrace Unplugged Farming Adventure at Jamie’s Farm

23rd July 2024

Students Turtle-y Inspired by Greek Turtle Conservation

16th July 2024

Horticulture Students are Rooted in Sustainability

30th April 2024

Summer’s Inspirational Tale of an Apprenticeship Journey Like No Other

4th April 2024

100% Distinction rate for Teaching apprenticeship

21st March 2024

Barnsley College organises an enlightening Crime and Justice Week

10th February 2025

Public Services student is raising funds one step at a time

10th February 2025

Students fly across the pond

10th February 2025

Travel and Tourism alumni travels Stateside

10th February 2025

College students tackle Twickenham

11th February 2025

Student kicks off career with a bang at Barnsley Women’s FC debut!

11th February 2025

Performing Arts students collaborate to bring ‘Calling Barnsley’ to life

27th February 2025

Media Students Shine in WorldSkills UK Digital Media Production Competition

27th February 2025

Games Design students achieve high score at WorldSkills UK

27th February 2025

Media Students Celebrate Being Finalists in Prestigious International Virtual Production Competition

27th February 2025

We’re very proud of our Student of the Year runner up

27th February 2025

Our staff completed the Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge and raised more than £1,000!

27th February 2025

College thanks the Barnsley community for its donations

27th February 2025

An Evening of Compassion and Culinary Excellence

4th March 2025

Students Shine in Exciting Kitchen Takeover with Top Chefs

4th March 2025

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