Cheshire College recently welcomed a record-breaking number of attendees to its first open evening of the year.

The event took place simultaneously across the college's Chester, Crewe and Ellesmere Port campuses, marking its highest ever number of visitors.

There was over 30% increase in attendance compared to last year's first open evening, with thousands of prospective students, parents, and members of the local community attending the three events.

"We were absolutely thrilled to see such a strong turnout across all three campuses," said Principal and CEO, Jasbir Dhesi OBE.

"It was fantastic to see so many young people and their families exploring what their future could look like with us."

From interactive workshops to live demonstrations and tours of cutting-edge facilities, guests got an exclusive look at over 300 course options — including A Levels, T Levels, apprenticeships, higher education, adult learning, and vocational programmes — all designed to equip students with the skills and confidence for a successful future.

Visitors at the Crewe campus were also among the first to step inside the college's brand-new Institute of Technology (IoT) building, a landmark investment in advanced technical education across Cheshire and Warrington.

The IoT offers industry-standard facilities and dedicated spaces for innovation and higher-level technical training in engineering, developed in partnership with leading employers.

Jasbir Dhesi OBE added: "These new facilities represent an exciting step forward for Cheshire College and students across the region.

"It's a state-of-the-art space designed for innovation, collaboration, and the development of the high-level technical skills that employers are calling for."

The college's next open evening will take place across all campuses on Wednesday 19 November 2025, offering another opportunity for future students to explore the facilities and courses on offer.

You can register to attend the open evening here.