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Three women at Suffolk New College outdoor event holding awards, smiling, with tents and other attendees in the background, celebrating achievement and success.
  • Learner Stories

Competition that shines a light on future farming talent celebrates tenth anniversary

he next generation of farm leaders were celebrated during a presentation ceremony held at the 2026 Suffolk Show.

May 29, 2026 | 2 min read
Two smiling adults and a dog sitting in a garden with flowers at Suffolk New College, showcasing a friendly and welcoming environment for students and staff.
  • Article

Designers of gold medal winning garden at Suffolk Show say Chelsea Flower Show is up next

One of the designers of a garden that won gold at the Suffolk Show joked that ‘I guess next up could be Chelsea – that would be cool’.

May 28, 2026 | 1 min read
Students and staff at Suffolk New College showcasing a creative garden project in a boat-shaped planter, highlighting college's focus on horticulture and community engagement.
  • Events

Suffolk New College celebrates agricultural and land-based heritage at annual county show

Suffolk New College celebrated its 56-year land-based heritage during the 2026 Suffolk Show.

May 28, 2026 | 1 min read
Portrait of a student and a staff member at Suffolk New College, showcasing diverse education professionals and students in a welcoming learning environment.
  • Article

Story of hope wins top prize at annual college writing competition held in memory of former teacher

Suffolk New College promoted talented Suffolk-based scribes by hosting their annual creative writing awards night.

May 21, 2026 | 3 min read
Two smiling female students at Suffolk New College holding a certificate during an award ceremony, showcasing student achievement and college success.
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  • Article

Suffolk New becomes first college in the country to receive RESO award for resilience and wellbeing

Suffolk New College has become the first in the country to receive a RESO award for resilience and wellbeing.

May 20, 2026 | 3 min read
An elderly woman with glasses, wearing a yellow cardigan and green shirt, smiling and raising her arms in a college atrium, highlighting lifelong learning and success at Suffolk New College.
  • Article

71-year-old Kin from Ipswich goes back to college after retirement and gets first ever qualification on free course

A 71-year-old former care worker went back to college after missing an education when she was younger and has just passed her first qualification

May 15, 2026 | 2 min read
Flyer promoting Cultural Day at Suffolk New College with details of the event on Tuesday, 5 May, from 12pm to 1:30pm, showcasing diverse cultural foods and activities.
  • Article
  • Community

College promotes diversity and harmony during day that celebrated culture

Suffolk New College celebrated the identity and diversity of its students and staff during an event called Cultural Day.

May 14, 2026 | 2 min read
Two young men, one in a sports jersey and the other in casual clothing, standing indoors at Suffolk New College, showcasing student diversity and sports education.
  • Article

Former semi pro footballer and firefighter helps young people with their mental health through poetry

A former semi-pro footballer and fireman has decided to take on a different fight, setting up an initiative that helps people with their mental health

May 14, 2026 | 4 min read
Families and children participating in outdoor activities and entertainment during Suffolk New College's annual family fun day on a sunny day.
  • Article
  • Community

Thousands lap up the sunshine during annual family fun day

Over 5000 people lapped up the sunshine when they attended the Big Day Out, a free family fun day hosted by Suffolk New College’s Suffolk Rural campus

May 12, 2026 | 2 min read
Group of students and staff from Suffolk New College posing in front of a shuttle bus after achieving third place in a national maths competition, celebrating academic success.
  • Article

College team comes third in national maths competition

A team mathletes from SNC attempted to divide and conquer when they travelled to a national maths competition in Solihull.

May 11, 2026 | 1 min read
Two men standing in front of large thermal insulation materials with Suffolk New College logo, highlighting community support and donations from a construction firm.
  • Article

Kind-hearted construction firm donates free materials to local college

The Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural campus received £1000 worth of materials from Barnes Construction.

May 11, 2026 | 1 min read
  • Article

Former ITFC hero reveals World Cup dream during college visit

Tommy Smith, who played over 200 times for Ipswich Town Football Club visits learners to discuss his career and give insights into a range of topics

May 7, 2026 | 2 min read

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