Construction National

Construction students awarded

Three Hampshire construction and building services students have been recognised during City College Southampton’s annual awards ceremony for their dedication and commitment to learning.

Among those awarded was carpenter Jack Harvey, 20, who was named the Apprentice of the Year. Jack’s performance as a student and apprentice has been described by teaching staff at the college as “outstanding”.

Jack has completed his Level 3 apprenticeship with Dream Catcher Homes to a very high standard. He has also represented the college nationally, achieving first place in the South East Skillsbuild competition.

Jack said: “I’m very proud to have won the award. City College is a great college with superb facilities. The staff here have provided me with amazing support throughout my studies, for which I’m very grateful. I’m looking forward very much to my future career as a carpenter.”

City College, located in the centre of Southampton, has recently invested heavily in its facilities and has undergone a £48 million campus redevelopment, which includes state-of-the-art construction facilities.

Principal and CEO of City College, Lindsey Noble, said: “It really has been a fantastic year with so many successes, both on an individual level from students and staff and on a college-wide level. We now have the top success rates for 16-18 years old in the area and have received a record breaking Ofsted report.

“At City College Southampton we strongly believe in the importance of vocational training and apprenticeships. We provide students with qualifications and skills essential in the competitive construction and building services industry.”

Other construction and building services students awarded on the night were: Jamie Fall and James Rood. The glittering ceremony was hosted by Paul Ainsworth, the master chef and one of City College’s former students.