Archive, February 2025: This announcement is for a past open day. The Buxton provision became University of Derby – Buxton in August 2025, and the Leek campus transferred to Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group. See current Buxton courses and events.

Buxton & Leek College announced an open day at its Buxton and Leek campuses for 13 February 2025, from 5pm to 7pm, during National Apprenticeship Week.

Explore Buxton’s 2025 preview reported an expansion of the college’s apprenticeship programmes.

Visitors at information tables in the Devonshire Dome

Apprenticeships in business, carpentry, childcare and more

Apprenticeships combine paid work with training.

The 2025 announcement described apprenticeships for employers seeking to develop their workforce.

At the time, Buxton & Leek College was part of the University of Derby and offered pathways to further and higher education.

In 2025, the college listed apprenticeships across business, engineering, childcare, hospitality and other subjects.

The February 2025 open day

The announcement invited visitors to explore the Buxton campus and meet staff across subject areas.

The Leek event was to showcase art, hair and beauty, engineering, carpentry and other facilities.

Engineering workshop containing lathes and other machines

Visitors at college information stands

The preview said visitors could meet staff and discuss courses, finance and student support.

Find out more

For current provision, visit University of Derby – Buxton or Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group.

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