Wirral Met College welcomed employers, partners, students, alumni and community stakeholders to its Wirral Waters Campus on Monday 1 June to celebrate ten years since the campus first opened its doors.
The special anniversary event brought together representatives from Peel Waters, local councillors, construction employers, local school leaders, staff and students to reflect on a decade of success and look ahead to the future of skills development across the Liverpool City Region.
Guests heard how the campus has played a significant role in supporting the growth of the construction sector over the past ten years, providing thousands of learners with the skills, knowledge and industry experience needed to progress into successful careers.
The event began with a welcome from Gill Banks, Principal and CEO of Wirral Met College, who highlighted the impact the campus has had on learners, employers and the wider community since opening.
Attendees also learned about the history of the campus and the vision behind its creation, including how students were involved in the development of the building itself. The campus was established through a unique partnership with Peel Waters and has since become a key hub for construction and technical education in the region.
Over the last decade, the campus has achieved some remarkable milestones, including:
- Supporting 12,700 students to take their next step in education and employment
- Helping 4,370 adult learners to upskill, retrain and build confidence at every stage of life
- Training 1,775 apprentices, developing real skills for real careers with local employers
- Building partnerships with 533 employers to help meet industry skills needs
Richard Mawdsley, Development Director at Peel Waters, shared exciting plans for the next phase of the wider Wirral Waters regeneration project, giving guests an insight into future developments and the opportunities they will create for local people and businesses.
The event also provided valuable networking opportunities, allowing current students to connect directly with local employers and industry professionals. These conversations helped showcase the strong relationships the College has built with industry and demonstrated how employer partnerships continue to enhance the student experience.
As guests toured the campus and shared memories from the last ten years, the event highlighted the lasting impact of the partnership between Wirral Met College and Peel Waters, and the important role the campus continues to play in developing the skilled workforce needed for the future.
As Wirral Waters enters its next chapter of regeneration and growth, Wirral Met College remains committed to equipping students with the skills, experience and opportunities needed to succeed in the construction industry and beyond.
As Wirral Waters looks ahead to its next chapter, Wirral Met remains committed to developing the skilled workforce that will help shape its future.
To find out more about our construction courses or employer partnerships, visit: