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EKC Canterbury College hosts Student and Employer Awards 2024

3 July 2024
EKC Canterbury College celebrated the hard work of students, and the support of local employers, at this year’s Student and Employer Awards.  

EKC Canterbury College celebrated the hard work, dedication, and achievements of students, and the invaluable support of local employers, at this year’s Student and Employer Awards.  

46 students and 30 employers from across Kent were recognised on the night, at a grand ceremony held on campus in the Main Hall. The evening was a chance for all departments in the College to come together to share student success, and to reward employers in-person that have stood out during the past academic year. 

Student Awards: 

Nominations for these awards were from department staff, who chose students based on their achievements. These included, being a key player in community engagement, and achieving high grades in their subjects. The winners were presented with a certificate, a gift voucher, and additional prizes from award sponsors. 

The awards were hosted by Level 3 Film and TV students, Xavier Ford and Eli Orchard, who bagged the Pathway Award for Media in a joint win.   

Head of Creative Media, Zoran Tesic, said: “Xavier and Eli are exceptional students, always striving to produce work of a very high standard. Their willingness to step in and assist with other students’ projects have made them standout candidates for the award.” 

T Level Health student, Georgina Moore, won this year’s Outstanding Student Award for Health and Social Care. 

Georgina was one of several students across the Country to visit the House of Lords to exhibit the T Level in Health to Politicians. She was also chosen to participate in a promotion of the College’s collaboration with East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust, based on her work placement. 

Speaking on the night, Georgina said: “I’m honoured to have received an award. I have loved my time both here at College and in my NHS work placement. I can’t wait to move further with my health career and am eternally grateful for the support I’ve received.”  

 

After the Pathway Awards, it was time for the coveted Students’ Union Award, which was presented by this year’s SU President, Luca Fasulo. This award went to Niamh McCabe, who has provided help and support in her role in the Students’ Union, and will be taking over from Luca as SU President for 24/25. 

Niamh said: “I’m so excited about taking on a huge responsibility and am looking forward for all the changes we can make at the College. I can’t wait to see as a community what we can all do together.” 

Luca is sure that Niamh will be a real asset to the College this year, saying as he handed over her award: “Niamh has been an exceptional team member, and I know she will continue to bring positive change.” 

To round off the night, Executive Principal Victoria Copp-Crawley took to the stage to present a series of special awards.  

Scott Jacobs was honoured with the Outstanding Community and Social Engagements Award. Scott who studies health, volunteers at local NHS hospitals, providing care for patients and being a friendly face for them when they need it.  

Evie Wan, who also won for the Art pathway, was awarded the Outstanding Inspirational Learner Award. On her course in and various art projects, her exceptional leadership and inspirational qualities have had a profound impact on her fellow students. 

Jensen Perry received the Outstanding Outcomes for Learning Award. A T Level Design, Surveying, and Planning student, Jensen has excelled in his work placements and continues to impress his employer, Jenner, with his dedication and skills. He is now going onto a career within the company. 

Last but not least was the Principal’s Award, given personally by Victoria to a student who has made significant progress in all areas over the past academic year. The winner was Grace Trott, who also won the Junior College award this year.  

Victoria praised Grace, explaining to the crowd why she won: “Grace has applied herself diligently to her studies and is on course to achieve highly in both her GCSEs and her Vocational course. I have no doubt that she will apply herself in the same fashion in her A Levels and go on to achieve well.” 

 

Employer Awards:  

The winning employers were chosen by the relevant subject area, for going above and beyond with the support they’ve given over the past academic year. This ranged from offering exceptional work placement opportunities for students, to helping to change the curriculum based on the skills they need. 

All Employers recognised on the night were awarded a certificate and trophy. The trophies were custom-made by our Engineering students in their workshops, as an extra way of saying thank you.  

T Levels were in the spotlight throughout the night, with employers such as The Port of Dover awarded for their support with this qualification.  

Upon receiving the Outstanding Employer Award for Engineering Award, Marisa George, Learning and Development Partner at the Port of Dover, said: “It’s been an honour to get this acknowledgement of the work that we do to support students. 

“We have two Engineering students working on their T Level placements who are absolutely lovely, and it’s been really nice to come into the classroom, talk to them about our work, and give them context.  

“We now have colleagues from areas across the port offering students work placements in various sectors including Business which has been great to see.”  

 

Another business recognised was the charity, Demelza House, who won the Employer Award for Inclusive Learning. Ashley Henson, Retail Director, said: “It’s fantastic to be part of the community, and we appreciate the help and support the students give us, which helps them grow with confidence.” 

Full List of Winners: 

Student Winners (Pathway Awards) 

Animal Management: Katie Moore 

Landbased: Finley Gilmurray 

Business: Caden Askew 

Accounting: Connor Kerwin 

Travel: Hollie Powers 

Engineering: Kai Gavin 

Motor Vehicle: Millie Tappenden 

Computing: Edward Morris 

Welding: Molly Hills 

Foundation Learning: Abigail Cook 

ESOL: Marat Imanov 

Health: Georgina Moore 

Early Years: Lillie Swain 

English FS: Robbie Franklin 

English GCSE: Caden Askew 

Maths FS: Lacey Humphrey 

Maths GCSE: Sam Collins 

Media: Xavier Ford + Eli Orchard 

Music: Freya Mckenna 

Performing Arts: Anna Redmond 

Theatrical Makeup: Kimberly Muggridge 

Hair: Chloe Taylor-Bullen 

Beauty: Katie Burden 

Catering: Sarah Davies 

Sport: Amos Brazier 

Public Services: Shilton Hann 

Inclusive Learning – Vocational Studies: Leo Blundell 

Inclusive Learning – Work Skills: Ridwan Rahman 

Inclusive Learning – Social Care Provision: Dondu Bakici 

Art and Design: Evie Wan 

Graphics: Heather Wolffe 

Photography: Evie Kuschel 

Textiles and Fashion: Jayden Strong 

Brick: Jaiden Titshall 

Carpentry: Javan Lawrence 

Plumbing: Ronnie Woodham 

Design, Survey and Planning: Jensen Perry 

Science BTEC: Irnya Panasiuk 

STEM Sixth Form: Millie James 

Humanities Sixth Form: Elliott Spencer 

Social Sciences Sixth Form: Ellie Brown 

Creative Sixth Form: Harmony Read 

Junior College: Gracie Trott 

Student Winners (Special Awards) 

Students Union Award: Niamh McCabe 

Outstanding Community and Social Engagements Award: Scott Jacobs 

Outstanding Inspirational Learner Award: Evie Wan 

Outstanding Outcomes for Learning: Jensen Perry 

Principal’s Award: Grace Trott 

Employer Awards 

Animal Management: April Lodge Guinea Pig Rescue 

Landbased: Lees Court Estate 

Business: Barretts Honda 

Accounting: Medway Council 

Travel: Premier Inn Canterbury 

Engineering: Dover Port 

Motor Vehicle: All Tyres and Wheels 

Computing: RDDS 

Welding: Contracts Engineering 

Foundation Learning: Love Hambrook Marshes 

ESOL: Porchlight 

Health: Headway Canterbury 

Early Years: Little Angels Preschool 

Media: The Isle of Thanet News 

Music: The Anchor Inn 

Performing Arts: Marlowe Theatre 

Hair: Salon 123 

Beauty: Dermalogica 

Theatrical Makeup: Marleybrook House 

Catering: Snailbox Ltd 

Sport: Team Theme 

Public Services: Kent Police Crime Scene Investigators 

Inclusive Learning – Vocational Studies: Demelza House 

Art: Keel Toys 

Photography: Winters Barn 

Textiles and Fashion: STart 

Brick: MKM – Canterbury Builders Merchant 

Carpentry: MKM – Canterbury Builders Merchant 

Design, Survey and Planning: Morgan Sindall 

Science BTEC: AbBaltis 

A big thank you goes to all our students, staff, stakeholders and employers that have worked with us over the past 12 months. We can’t wait to continue these successes as we head into the new academic year.