Cheadle College has officially opened its brand new £27 million campus, marking the successful completion of a transformative project that will redefine education for young people in Stockport and the wider Greater Manchester area.
Highlights of the event included a ceremonial handover of the keys by construction company Willmott Dixon, a guided tour of the new facilities, and an exhibition of student photography titled ‘Watch Me Grow’ showcasing the construction journey through their eyes.
James Scott, CEO of The Trafford and Stockport College Group, said: “Today marks more than the opening of a building, it represents a bold step into the future for Cheadle College. This new space will empower our students with access to high-quality resources and an environment designed for creativity, collaboration and career-focused learning.
“It’s also a celebration of the incredible effort, vision, and partnership that made this happen. I want to thank our students, staff, and project partners for their dedication throughout this journey.”
Lilly Holland, who is studying Health and Social Care, is delighted with the new college. She said, “In the future I want to be a nurse or a paramedic and with the new facilities available, I am gaining the technical skills that I need for my career.”
Cllr Wendy Meikle, Cabinet Member for Children, Families and Education services said, “The new Cheadle College campus forms part of the ambitious plans we have for our borough – as we continue to deliver the opportunities that make us one of the best towns in England to live, learn, work and play. We want to support our young people by providing them with the best education, skills, and qualifications so they can be the best they can be.
“This new state of the art campus will do just that and will provide our young people with access to modern facilities that inspire learning, broaden opportunities, and support our borough’s continued growth. The partnership that Trafford and Stockport College Group offers to this borough is wonderful, the change in the quality of the offer for our post-16 learners since they have been involved in Stockport is remarkable.”
