South Tyneside College has been awarded the prestigious title of College of the Year at the recent AHT Regional Awards in Gateshead. The college’s students demonstrated exceptional skill and creativity, securing an impressive 18 awards across multiple categories.
Award-Winning Students:
1st Place Winners:
- Neve Power – Half Body Painting
- Brooke Heller – Evening Style (Youth College)
- Ruby Linney – Nail Art Gel Polish
- Jessica Wells-Auchterlonie – Bridal Hair
- Daisy Lincoln – Prom Makeup (Youth College)
- Liliya Marriner – Masculine Beard Cutting
- Imogen Anderson – Fashion Blow-Dry
- Liliya Marriner – Creative Masculine Cut & Finish
2nd Place Winners:
- Taylor Thompson – Commercial Blow Dry
- Daisy Lincoln – Evening Style (Youth College)
- Imogen Anderson – Cut & Blow Dry
3rd Place Winners:
- Courtney Grey – Commercial Blow Dry
- Liliya Marriner – Cut & Finish
- Kelly Holden – Fantasy Hair
- Tia Seale – Full Face Painting
- Alex McDonald – Nail Art Gel Nails
- Taylor Thompson – Evening Style
4th Place Winner:
- Imogen Anderson – Evening Style
This achievement means that students from hairdressing, barbering, and beauty therapy courses will now advance to the AHT National Finals in Blackpool, representing South Tyneside College on a national level.
Celebrating Student Success
A huge congratulations to all students who participated, demonstrating dedication, passion, and outstanding technical skills. Special recognition goes to all the winners for their exceptional performances across various categories.
Staff Reflections
Tracey Thompson, Quality Coordinator in Commercial Services, praised the students’ hard work and commitment:
All our learners performed exceptionally well, achieving the highest standards in their categories. Winning 18 awards and being named College of the Year is a testament to their dedication and the skills they have developed during their studies.
South Tyneside College is incredibly proud of its students’ achievements and looks forward to competing in the National Finals in Blackpool.
