East Coast College is celebrating a remarkable achievement after four of its students reached the prestigious WorldSkills UK National Finals in Wales, an event that brings together the top young professionals from across the country, with only eight finalists selected in each category.
Against exceptional national competition, East Coast College secured gold, silver and bronze medals, making it the highest-placed college in the East of England and earning an impressive 5th place overall in the national medals table.
The medal winners and finalists are:
- Emma Fisher – Gold Medal in SFX Makeup and Hair for Film & TV
- Mary O’Brien – Silver Medal in SFX Makeup and Hair for Film & TV
- Jacob Myhill – Bronze Medal in Metal Fabricator
- Ella Hutchinson – Finalist in Beauty Therapist
Paul Padda, Principal and Chief Executive at East Coast College, said: “East Coast College always prides itself on developing high quality skilled practitioners. Technical education is vitally important for the economy and for individuals who want to follow careers that lead to real, well-paid employment. Our results confirm that our students are world leading and that our teachers are amongst the best in the country. Congratulations to our finalists and medallists, we’re so proud of them.”
Emma Fisher, Gold medal winner, said: “Competing at the national finals was an incredible experience. I’m grateful for the guidance and encouragement I received from my tutors and I’m thrilled to have represented the college at this level. Winning gold has given me huge confidence as I move forward in my career.”
The WorldSkills UK National Final is recognised as the country’s leading showcase for vocational excellence, celebrating the next generation of talent across industries ranging from engineering to the creative arts.
East Coast College’s outstanding performance reinforces its reputation as a leading institution for skills development and career progression. Find out more about their range of courses here: East Coast College | Your Future Starts Here.