This is the third year that NCG have hosted the Teaching and Learning Excellence Awards, to recognise the hard work and dedication of staff working across the NCG Group of Colleges. There were three winners from Kidderminster College.
The winner of the Most Inspirational Teacher from Kidderminster College was Steven Rich, for his pioneering work in games development, his ‘outstanding’ teaching and the way in which he has shared good practice with colleagues.
There were two winners of the Lifetime Achievement Award, Alan Clarke and Kevyn Gammond.
Alan Clarke won a Lifetime Achievement Award for his work as lead theatre technician which has resulted in every single performance held at Kidderminster College a roaring success, and being central to the success of Creative Industries at Kidderminster for over 12 years.
Kevyn Gammond, won his award for his work as an entrepreneurial musician over the last 26 years, the creation of Kidderminster College’s MAS Records and the substantial contribution he has made to transforming the lives of so many students.
The headline sponsor was The Society for Education and Training, represented by Mr Tim Weiss, who delivered an opening address and Ms Claire Mitchell. Individual categories were also supported by Sir Robert McAlpine, Mr Gavin Parks, GPS Installations, Mr Meredith Ashford, NCFE, Mr Mark Wood, Pearson and Mr Joe Bell, City and Guilds, all of whom were available to present the awards with Mr Joe Docherty, to the winners
Congratulations to Steve, Alan and Kevyn and all staff across NCG who won an award, a wonderful testimonial to the hard work and dedication of staff working across NCG Group of Colleges.