Celebrations for the Class of 2025 Apprentices
21 July 2025
On Tuesday 15 July, around 60 apprentices from Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) proudly marked the completion of their apprenticeship journeys at a special graduation ceremony hosted by Staffordshire County Council.
On Tuesday 15 July, around 60 apprentices from Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) proudly marked the completion of their apprenticeship journeys at a special graduation ceremony hosted by Staffordshire County Council.
As one of the region’s largest apprenticeship providers, NSCG supports more than 800 apprentices each year, working in partnership with employers to nurture talent and help businesses thrive.
The celebration, held at Stafford County Showground, brought together training providers, employers, family and friends to recognise the hard work and achievements of apprentices across a wide range of sectors including Beauty, Business, Engineering and Manufacturing, Education and Health & Social Care.
Guests heard from a line-up of speakers, including NSCG Principal and Chief Executive Craig Hodgson, Steve Tellwright, People and Quality Director at Capula Ltd, and Martin Murray, Deputy Leader at Staffordshire County Council.
The event was sponsored by NSCG, Apprenticeship Ambassador Network West Midlands, Staffordshire County Council, KMF and Staffordshire Providers Network.
The ceremony not only celebrated the apprentices’ dedication and achievements but also highlighted the vital role apprenticeships play in developing skills and strengthening the local economy.
To discover more about apprenticeships at NSCG and how to get involved, visit our Apprenticeship Hub page.
