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Last week Cadbury college product design students had first-hand experience from a very talented Woodturner. Students got a chance to speak to Bob Mercer who is a professional Woodturner. As well as getting to see Bob share his craft students had an opportunity to get tips and tricks when dealing with wood for their own projects. 

A bit about Bob…

I have always enjoyed

working with wood and a few years ago enrolled on a woodworking course at the local high school. Whilst on the course I noticed a lathe in the corner of the workshop and asked if I could use it. The class teacher helped me to make a bowl. I WAS HOOKED! I made enquiries regarding qualifications in woodturning and over the next four years, I completed four City and Guilds courses in woodturning.

Cadbury College has started a new year and a group of students have been involved in welcoming new students to the college. The Cadbury college earth angels have been going around college to promote kindness and making the transition between school and college easier for newcomers. By walking around and speaking with new students and helping others who may be struggling with the change, the earth angels have been working really hard.

Cadbury college has celebrated another successful year of A-level and BTEC results. The college has received a high pass rate with a 4% increase in the top grades. Many students from a variety of subjects have done well and have achieved great results. Students who have studied Financial Studies have done exceedingly well and have been recognised by The London Institute of Banking & Finance for their results.

The top performing 1% of students in the country and students who have received an A or A* grade are being awarded scholarships by The London Institute of Banking & Finance. Cadbury college is delighted to announce that the following students have all received scholarships for their results in Financial Studies: