A WORCESTERSHIRE college group has scooped a regional award from the region’s Chamber of Commerce.
Heart of Worcestershire College received the commitment to the community award at the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards in Worcester.
HoW College’s awards submission highlighted a series of community-focused initiatives and programmes including adult community courses, a unique partnership with National Star to deliver specialist education to learners , a collaboration with Environmental Rangers at Fort Royal Park and and a long-standing partnership at Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings in Bromsgrove which has provided SEN students with practical experience in horticulture and groundwork.
Michelle Dowse, principal and chief executive of HoW College, said: “We’re incredibly proud to receive this award, which reflects the hard work, passion, and commitment of both our staff and students.
“As an anchor institution in Worcestershire, we’re dedicated to supporting the local communities we serve, so it’s truly rewarding to have our outreach and community engagement recognised in this way.”
HoW College was shortlisted for the award alongside Community Housing; Friends of Isaac’s Food Bank; Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service; Milford Research and Consultancy Limited; and Severn Arts.
