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Image of Kayley, Stephanie and Lisa from the Quality Team at Leeds College of Building
News
16th April 2025

Leeds College of Building Named National Quality Award Finalist

The Quality Team at Leeds College of Building has been selected as a finalist in The Quality Professionals Awards (QPA) for Further Education and Employability.

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Image of Ellis Smith stood next to his brickwork and winner's trophy.
News
9th April 2025

College Celebrates Guild of Bricklayers Regional Win

A Leeds College of Building apprentice is elated after winning 1st place at the Guild of Bricklayers Yorkshire Region Brickwork Competition.

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Image of Nikki Davis in the bricklaying workshop
News
26th March 2025

Principal's response to the House of Commons' Spring Statement

Chancellor Rachel Reeves set out plans for the UK economy during the Spring Statement in the House of Commons today. This follows the Chancellor's recent announcement of £600m worth of new investment

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Image of Painting & Decorating students Samantha and Antonia using green paint for the mural
News
6th March 2025

Painting & Decorating Students Tackle Striking Football Mural

A recent collaboration between Leeds College of Building and local artist Nicolas Dixon resulted in an eye-catching football mural at the GOALS soccer centre in Kirkstall.

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A new education partnership designed to boost the number of qualified tilers in the UK launched today (14th February).
News
25th February 2025

Topps Tiles Partners with Colleges to Tackle National Skills Shortage

Topps Tiles, the UK’s number one tile specialist, is teaming up with Leeds College of Building and South & City College Birmingham to inspire the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

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West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin with the region's Further Education College Principals
News
12th February 2025

Mayor Partners with Colleges to Upskill Students into Local Jobs

A new partnership has been agreed between West Yorkshire’s Mayor and seven Further Education colleges, including Leeds College of Building.

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Image of Wayne Chappelow receiving his Lifetime Achievement Award
News
6th January 2025

Head of Department Wins Prestigious National Plastering Award

Leeds College of Building is celebrating success in plastering after the recent FIS (Finishes and Interiors Sector) and The Worshipful Company of Plaisterers 2024 Training Awards.

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Image of Brickwork apprentice George holding a trowel
News
19th December 2024

Yorkshire-Based Business Donates 20,000 Bricks to College Students

Yorkshire-based manufacturer ACS Stainless Steel Fixings donated 20,000 bricks to LCB, providing essential materials for students to practice their skills & enhance their hands-on learning experience.

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Image of Adam McCormick and Ayo holding the COLAS book.
News
9th December 2024

Leeds College of Building Hosts Children’s Book Launch

Leeds College of Building was proud to host a launch event for the educational children's book ‘Cones and Making Choices,’ authored by Chris Madeley.

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Image of Holly and Ben, two wall & floor tiling apprentices, during the SkillBuild national final.
News
3rd December 2024

Leeds College of Building Students Triumph at National SkillBuild Competition

Leeds College of Building is celebrating after four students took podium positions at the national final of SkillBuild 2024 - the largest multi-trade skills competition in the UK for trainees.

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Image of a man placing a multiple bricks onto a dry concrete slab.
News
27th November 2024

Leeds Employer Workshop Tackles Concrete Safety in Construction

Leeds College of Building hosted a unique concrete safety workshop for regional construction employers at its South Bank Campus this week.

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Image of 9 Quantity Surveyor Degree Apprentices wearing graduate robes and hats.
News
21st November 2024

College Celebrates Graduation of First Quantity Surveyor Degree Apprentices

A group of Leeds College of Building Quantity Surveyor Degree Apprentices has graduated from London South Bank University. This is the first cohort of students to complete the higher-education program

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