Mayor of Poole Visits College to Explore the Education and Skills Shaping Poole’s Future
Bournemouth and Poole College welcomed the Mayor of Poole, Councillor Mark Howell, to its Poole Campus on Monday 2 February, to see how specialist facilities and training are helping young people prepare for work.
The visit formed part of the College’s ongoing commitment to strengthening links with local civic leaders and reinforcing its role at the heart of Poole’s community. The Mayor met with students and staff, as well as learning more about the facilities and training opportunities available across the campus.
The Mayor visited key curriculum areas, which have seen millions of pounds of investment over the past five years, including the Health & Care Academy, Esports and Podcast Studio, Stop Motion Studio, Green Energy Centre, Marine and Advanced Engineering workshops, Art & Design studios and University Centre Poole. Staff provided demonstrations of specialist equipment and learning spaces, while students spoke about their courses, projects and career aspirations.
The visit highlighted Bournemouth and Poole College's contribution to local skills development, innovation and progression into employment and higher education. Discussions focused on how high-quality facilities and strong links with industry and the community enhance the student experience and contribute to the wider social and economic wellbeing of Poole.
Speaking about the visit, Phil Sayles, Principal and CEO commented: “We were delighted to welcome the Mayor of Poole to our campus. The Mayor took time to talk with our students and understand the benefits they are gaining from college education, for example in areas like Health and Care, vital to Poole and other local communities. In turn, students were intrigued by the chains of office the Mayor wore, and their history."
"We value the continued support and interest of the Mayor and are deeply committed to working closely with local partners to support students, employers and the wider community."
