Erin Johnson, Author at Capital City College

Capital City College esports team win British Esports Student Champs Nationals for the third year in a row

Posted on July 11, 2025July 11, 2025 by Erin Johnson

Capital City College (CCC) Esports team have won the British Esports Student Champs Nationals in Sunderland for the third year in a row, beating other teams to win in Valorant.

The champion CCC Esports team at the British Esports Student Champs Nationals. Credit: British Esports

Competing over the weekend in Sunderland, the team went head-to-head with some of the best college Esports teams from across the country. Seven hundred and fifty teams entered this year’s tournament, and only eight participated in the Grand Finals. The games played included Overwatch 2, Rocket League, League of Legends, and Valorant.

Hosted at the National Esports Performance Campus in Sunderland, this comes ahead of the planned 15,000 square foot esports gaming arena due to be built starting in September this year.

CCC’s Esports team were Valorant Champions in 2023, but lost in the final last year, winning the championships instead for League of Legends. Their win in the Valorant final this year marks the third year in a row where the Esports team has won at the championships.

Lifting the trophy at the British Esports Student Champs Nationals. Credit: British Esports

CCC team at the British Esports Student Champs Nationals. Credit: British Esports

CCC Esports team playing at the British Esports Student Champs Nationals. Credit: British Esports

Finlay Stewart, coach of the winning CCC Esports team, said: “This year the team worked really hard. We travelled the country three times to take part in different events, as well as a couple of tournaments across London. The final was difficult on the players because they were the favourites. There was a big expectation on them to win easily, so it added to the pressure of playing on stage in a National Final. After a tricky start they overcame this and played great! We are very proud of everything they achieved this year.”

Daniel Ra, star player of the CCC team and voted Most Valuable Player (MVP) for the tournament, added: “After losing in the final last year we were really upset. So this year we worked hard to make sure that it wouldn’t happen again. Fortunately for us, form is temporary but class is permanent!”

Laila Hassanzadeh, Group Head of School for Computing & ICT and Digital and Computing at Capital City College, said: “As Head of School, I am beyond proud of our unstoppable champions! Winning the national Esports championship for the third consecutive year is not just a victory, it’s a legacy. This historic achievement is a testament to the team’s unshakable passion, relentless discipline, and unbreakable resilience, the very qualities that define excellence at Capital City College.

“A heartfelt congratulations to our extraordinary students, Toan Pham (Curriculum Manager), Finlay Steward (Esports Coach), Cenk Ahmet (Esports Lecturer), Carl Boyd (Assistant Principal), and every single person who supported this journey.

“We haven’t just defended the title, we’ve raised the bar, redefined what’s possible, and ignited the dreams of the next generation of Esports talent. This is more than a win this is history in the making. Let’s keep soaring.”

Hair and Beauty students make waves with vibrant runway showcase

Posted on July 10, 2025July 10, 2025 by Erin Johnson

Students from CCC’s Hair and Beauty courses show off their skills at an end-of-year runway presentation.

Floral hair designs at the hair and beauty show

On 17 June, around 50 students took part in the Hair and Beauty Showcase at the Finsbury Park centre.

In a fantastic display of talent and creativity, students from Level 3 Hairdressing courses from both the Tottenham centre and the Finsbury Park centre joined forces with students from the Theatrical Special Effects, Hair and Media Make-up – Level 3 Diploma for an unforgettable end-of-year event, which was photographed and filmed by students from Digital Media courses.

The Hair and Beauty Showcase was a live runway show featuring an eclectic mix of themed hair and makeup looks, including avant-garde hair design with a twist and looks inspired by creative interpretations of The Chelsea Flower show and the theme of fragile nature.

The students designed their looks, worked with models to prepare and execute their creations, and finally presented their work in a live runway show. They were also responsible for organising the staging, filming and photography for the event.

Walking the catwalk at the hair and beauty end of year show

Walking the catwalk at the hair and beauty show

Preparation for the event gave students the chance to work with peers across both campuses, allowing them to develop their collaborative and team working abilities. As they worked together to create the event, the students overcame logistical issues and coordinated effectively to make efficient use of resources and organise rehearsals. This all took place amid assessments and exams meaning that the students had to plan their time effectively in order to achieve their goals.

The experience gave students the opportunity to put their months of training, practice,and artistic exploration into action and demonstrate their skills in a live setting. Supported by college staff as they prepared for the show, the students displayed initiative, flexibility and commitment, which led to a smooth and successful event.

The show received excellent feedback from both Hair and Beauty teaching staff and industry professionals at the event, which included representatives from hair and beauty brand Wella and skin and body care brand Eve Taylor. Those in attendance praised the professional level of execution across hairstyles, make up and prosthetics. Also in the audience were other staff members and students from across the college as well as the students’ parents and carers.

Participating in the event has contributed to the students’ course portfolios and enabled them to complete certain areas of their qualifications – all while providing a chance to experience the pressure and excitement of a live show that mirrored industry standards.

Edil Gudal, a Level 3 Hairdressing student, said: “This was a chance to step outside the classroom and push myself creatively. Seeing my work on the runway was an amazing moment.”

Katie Pitcher, a hairdressing teacher at CCC, said: “The students showed real professionalism and flair. Events like these really bring out their confidence and give them a taste of what working in the industry is like.”

Saloua El-khadiri, Group Head of School for Hair and Beauty, said: “Our learners worked incredibly hard to prepare and deliver this event. The collaboration between campuses and departments was a great example of how cross group projects can really enhance learning.”

If you have a knack for creating new styles and original looks, why not explore our Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy Courses.

Football and basketball academies renew game-changing partnerships with Capital City College

Posted on July 9, 2025July 9, 2025 by Erin Johnson

Enfield Borough Football Club (EBFC) and the London Cavaliers Basketball Academy have renewed their partnerships with Capital City College (CCC), marking another year of elite training, academic support, and opportunities for young athletes.

A new chapter for football: Enfield Borough and the Capital City Cobras

Now entering its fourth year, the partnership with Enfield Borough Football Club continues to succeed. This year also marks the official launch of Capital City Cobras, CCC’s newly branded football academy, which will work with EBFC to deliver coaching and development for athletes at a high standard.

“We’re really excited about this new chapter with Enfield Borough,” said Nihaad Kapdi, Group Head of School – Sport and Public Services at Capital City College. “Their elite coaching gives our students the best possible chance to become professional footballers.”

Marvin Walker, Nihaad Kapdi and Aaron Archer

Marvin Walker, co-founder and chairman of EBFC, added: “We’ve seen players progress into our first team and win championships at the college level. This partnership is about growth, opportunity, and progression, on and off the pitch.”

The football academy also brings in high-profile guest speakers like Darren Lewis, Justin Cochrane, and Mark Warburton, offering students mentorship and insights from experts at the highest levels of the game.

Basketball on the Rise: London Cavaliers and CCC

On the basketball court, CCC’s long-standing relationship with the London School of Basketball has developed into a strong alliance with the London Cavaliers, now the largest basketball club in the city.

Rob Murphy, Nhamo Shire, AJ Roberts and Nihaad Kapdi

“This is going to be a transformative year,” said Nhamo Shire, CEO of the London School of Basketball and director of the Cavaliers. “This partnership smashes through the glass ceiling we’ve faced in the past. It gives our players a real pathway to the top.”

AJ Roberts, head coach of the Capital City Cobras basketball team and former captain of the Cavaliers, highlighted the academy’s recent success: “We’ve been to the nationals three years in a row—placing first, second, and third. We’re aiming for a fourth straight appearance. Students choose us because we offer the best coaching, the best facilities, and the best teachers.”

One of the most exciting developments is the expansion of the girls’ basketball programme.

Nhamo explained, “Girls’ participation in basketball has been low across London. But with this partnership, we can offer a full pathway for female athletes—from academy to Division 1.”

A vision for the future

With both the football and basketball academies now aligned under the Capital City Cobras banner, CCC is strengthening its position as a leader in sports education and athlete development.

“This is more than just sport,” Nihaad said. “It’s about building futures, creating pathways, and giving every student the chance to succeed—on the pitch, on the court, and in life.”

Joining one of Team CCC’s Sports Academies allows students to combine their academic courses with excellent sports training. Have a look at our sports academies today!

Something to shout about: Students soar at Sports Awards

Posted on July 4, 2025July 4, 2025 by Erin Johnson

Capital City College students and staff celebrate sporting achievements at the end-of-year sports awards.

On 13 June, around 100 students and 15 staff members attended the Capital City College (CCC) end-of-year Sports Awards at the Enfield centre to highlight the sporting commitment and achievement of students across the college.

Awards were presented by each of CCC’s Sports Academies and included accolades for managers and coaches, Player of the Year, the Players’ Player and Most Improved Player.

The Football Academy presented three Top Goal Scorer awards as well as two Golden Glove awards. There was also a presentation for two of the college’s football teams in recognition of their league wins. The Netball Academy handed out awards for Best Shooter and Most Valuable Player.

Social media star Mr Greedy attended the event and presented a number of awards before delivering a speech to students. The event gave staff and students the chance to reflect on the teamwork, determination and success of team members across a variety of sporting activities and the Sport Awards ceremony was clearly enjoyed by those involved.

Athletes smiling for the camera at awards night

Awards from the CCC sports awards night 2025

A selection of awards from this year's sports awards — A selection of awards from this year’s sports awards

Sports students smiling for the camera with awards

Guest speaker Mr. Greedy — Guest speaker Mr Greedy

William Lami Lora, a Level 3 Sports student, said: “I had a great time at the football awards ceremony celebrating our team’s hard work and achievements – made me feel proud to be part of something special.”

Scott Gordon, a Level 3 Sports student, said: “The awards night was a wonderful celebration that wrapped up a very good season. It was a well-prepared ceremony that highlighted all the work and effort put into the season and was a great experience to witness everyone’s success”

Luke Dixon, a Level 3 Sports student, said: “The awards night was a wonderful event – very well set up and professional where we watched everyone’s success throughout the season which was a great way to come together as a college as one.”

Marvin Walker, Specialist SIA Trainer and football coach at CCC, said: “It was a great evening, a real chance to pause and celebrate what the students have achieved this year. Having the entire sports academy in one space doesn’t happen often, so it gave the night a real sense of unity. Having Mr Greedy, someone the students really recognise and connect with, there to present some of the awards made it extra special for them.”

Robert Murphy, Sports Development Manager at CCC, said: “It was fantastic to see so many of our learners at the awards ceremony. Each and every one of them has worked incredibly hard this year, and it was truly rewarding to see their efforts recognised and honoured. Every year, our academies continue to grow along with the successes of our learners. We’re already looking forward to next season with great enthusiasm and are confident in what we can achieve together.”

Anybody aged 16-19 and enrolled on one of our courses can join our Sports Academies, which work in partnership with local professional organisations to give students the best training, advice, and opportunities.

If you’re interested in studying sports or sports-related subjects, why not take a look at our Sport and Fitness Courses.

CCC’s esports team gears up for British Esports 2024/25 Grand Finals

Posted on July 3, 2025July 3, 2025 by Erin Johnson

This weekend, CCC’s esports team from the Enfield campus will compete against other top contenders at the Student Champs Grand Finals, held at the National Esports Performance Campus in Sunderland.

Hosted by British Esports, the UK’s national body for esports, this event marks the pinnacle of the country’s premier grassroots esports tournament for secondary schools and colleges. Final matches will be played across popular titles including Overwatch 2, League of Legends, Rocket League, and VALORANT.

CCC’s team will face off against Gower College Swansea’s GCS Owls NatVal team in Valorant. We spoke with CCC esports coach Finlay Stewart and star player Daniel about what’s happening with the team and how they’re preparing for the Grand Finals.

Finlay, how’s the team feeling ahead of the tournament?

This is our final major competition of the year, and we’ve had a great run—our League of Legends team reached the regional finals, and Valorant B made it to the Open finals. No trophies yet, so we’re aiming to change that this weekend!

Any nerves going into the match?

We’re up against GCS Owls on Sunday. We’ve beaten them before, but we’re not taking anything for granted.

Can new players join next year?

Absolutely! We’ll be forming brand-new teams and holding try-outs in late September or early October. Looking forward to seeing fresh talent!

Esports coach Finlay watching team member practice

Daniel, what’s your biggest concern going into the final?

That we don’t perform at our best. We’re the favourites, so we need to come in strong.

What’s next for you?

Right now I have just finished studying Esports Level 3 and will go to University to study Events Management in September.

Any plans after the final?

I might take a break from Valorant. But since I have more time maybe be grinding the game with friends. Let’s see!

Any advice for aspiring players?

Drop your ego and put yourself into a learning mentality. There are lots of students that think they are super good when in reality they’re not. You need to open up to being wrong and learning.

Good luck to our team! We’ll be rooting for you.

Want to study esports and try out for the team? Learn more about our courses in esports and check our our esports academy!

Capital City College appoints Mark Burrows as new Group Principal

Posted on July 2, 2025July 3, 2025 by Erin Johnson

Capital City College (CCC), the largest further education institution in London, has appointed Mark Burrows as its new Group Principal for Adult and Higher Education, effective August 2025.

Mark Burrows Group Principal Adult and HE — Mark Burrows, newly appointed Group Principal for Adult and HE

With over a decade of senior leadership experience, Mr. Burrows joins CCC from Southport Education Group, where he served as Deputy Chief Executive and Principal. During his tenure, he strengthened organisational performance, securing significant improvement since its last Ofsted inspection, and promoted greater collaboration across colleges, aligned to the Liverpool City Region’s skills priorities.

This appointment signals a strategic step forward for CCC as it expands its adult and higher education provision across London. As Group Principal, Mr. Burrows will lead the college’s efforts to align its curriculum with regional and national priorities, while ensuring CCC remains responsive to the evolving needs of students, staff, and employers. His leadership will be instrumental in fostering an inclusive, innovative, and growth-focused culture.

Mark Burrows said: “I am delighted to be joining Capital City College Group, whose scale, ambition and unwavering commitment to supporting learners in achieving their aspirations through high quality education is truly inspiring. I look forward to working with colleagues, students, and stakeholders to make a meaningful impact across our communities, with a particular focus on the Group’s Higher Education and Adult provision.”

Angela Joyce, Chief Executive of Capital City College, said: “Mark brings strong curriculum knowledge and experience of working with stakeholders from his roles in different colleges. He has a good understanding of college groups and experience of successfully driving strategy. We look forward to him joining us and I am sure he will make a strong contribution to the future of CCC.”

Capital City College and The Nationals combine further education and goalkeeper coaching in new programme

Posted on July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 by Erin Johnson

Aspiring young goalkeepers will soon have access to the UK’s first dedicated further education and goalkeeping academy, through a new partnership between Capital City College (CCC) and The Nationals, a leading goalkeeper coaching and education programme in the UK.

The Goalkeeper Education Academy (GEA) allows students to combine learning at a further education college while receiving professional goalkeeping coaching.

The GEA is aimed at young people aged 16-18 who are looking for the opportunities that further education can bring. This new employer partnership offers a healthy balance of studies and sport, taking place at CCC’s Enfield centre.

Launching this September, the academy offers students goalkeeper-specific coaching alongside further education classes through Capital City College.

The typical goalkeeping academy student receive:

Six hours of weekly professional goalkeeper coaching
An affiliation with, and work experience opportunities at professional and semi-professional football clubs
Performance analysis with professional feedback and target setting
Tactical, technical and mindset workshops
The chance to observe professional club training
On-site medical and physical support
Scholarship and bursary opportunities

Paul Sherratt, co-founder of The Nationals, said: “There are football programmes around the UK but none of them specifically align goalkeeper training with full-time further education. So we think it’s a first for any college across the UK. We want to create a pathway for goalkeepers, so they train and study, and work with a high calibre of professional coaches and personnel and come away with a high-quality education while developing as well-rounded individuals. It’s a win-win.”

Martin Brennan, former professional goalkeeper and Lead Coach of The Nationals, added: “We want to give young people the chance to be trained by professional goalkeeper coaches like myself, and improve their confidence and self-esteem. We want to make sure they’re getting their education alongside the training, and that they’ll have opportunities to be seen by other clubs, undergo detailed analysis, and receive specialist coaching they might not find elsewhere.”

Nihaad Kapdi, Group Head of School – Sport and Public Services at Capital City College, said: “This is a partnership we’re really excited about. For any young person wanting to pursue their education and train at the elite level in goalkeeping, this academy is for them.”

To take part, interested students must be aged 16-18 years old by 1st September 2025, enrolled on a full-time course at CCC, and successfully pass a Goalkeeper Education Academy Trial. To register interest: Goalkeeper Education Academy – The Nationals.

Students recognised at Excellence Awards ceremony

Posted on July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 by Erin Johnson

Capital City College students celebrated at awards ceremony for their incredible achievements.

The annual Excellence Awards celebrate the success of students from across our college campuses, recognising their achievements and receiving an award on stage in front of friends, families, college staff, event sponsors and wider college stakeholders.

Sponsored by Ascentis, Aramark, Able Lifts, Apogee, Etec Group, Pearson, Total Environmental Compliance, OCN London, and Formara Print and Marketing, these awards marked another fantastic year of learning and achievement across the college.

Phil Wilkinson, CEO of Ascentis Group, the awards’ headline sponsor, said: “It’s an honour for Ascentis to sponsor the Capital City College Excellence Awards and to celebrate the remarkable achievements of these inspiring learners. Recognising the dedication and resilience of students, especially those going above and beyond and those excelling in ESOL, reflects our shared commitment to educational excellence and opportunity for all. We are proud to stand alongside Capital City College in championing the transformative power of education.”

Community partners, students, families, and friends gathered at One Marylebone, the nineteenth-century Grade I former Holy Trinity church, designed by Sir John Soane, now working as an events venue.

Hosted by Kamal Ellis-Hyman, the evening featured a violin solo by student Yasin Malekipour, and a strong vocal set from student group CCC Vox.

Angela Joyce, Chief Executive of CCC, told the audience that this night was a moment to recognise excellence among our students and partners: “True excellence comes from dedication and resilience, and that’s something our students bring to class every day. It’s the determination to press on when challenges arise. It’s the unwavering support of family and friends, and the courage to rise stronger after setbacks. Excellence is not just about achievement—it’s about the journey, and the joy of celebrating milestones with those who matter most.”

The awards of the night included:

A Level Learner of the Year
Accounting and Bookkeeping Learner of the Year
Apprentice of the Year
Art, Design and Fashion Learner of the Year
Business and Professional Services Learner of the Year
Childcare and Early Years Learner of the Year
Construction and Plumbing Learner of the Year
Counselling Learner of the Year
Creative Media Learner of the Year
Digital and Computing Learner of the Year
Employability Learner of the Year
Engineering Learner of the Year
ESOL Learner of the Year
Foundation Learning Learner of the Year
Hair and Beauty Learner of the Year
Health and Social Care Learner of the Year
Higher Education and Access to Higher Education Learner of the Year
Hospitality and Culinary Arts Learner of the Year
Music and Performing Arts Learner of the Year
Public Service Learner of the Year
Railway Engineering Learner of the Year
Science and Forensics Learner of the Year
Sport and Fitness Learner of the Year
Supported Learning Learner of the Year
Teacher Education Learner of the Year
Trade Union Education Learner of the Year
01Founders Learner of the Year
Apprenticeships+ Learner of the Year
Visionnaires Award
Above and Beyond Award
Leadership Award
Outstanding Contribution to Student Voice Award
Outstanding Improvement Award
Overcoming Barriers Award
Community Recognition Award
Employer Partner Award
Capital City College Learner of the Year

Nour Khanjar, winner of the Creative Media Learner of the Year award, said: “This feels like the start of my dream. You work hard and I’m so proud of what I achieved, I’m so excited, because this has made me have to work harder, and push myself more and more.”

Micha Green-Adigun, winner of the Foundation Learning Learner of the Year, added: “I feel amazing. I’m just so honoured to be here tonight, celebrating with my friends and family. You know, coming here at the start, it was rough and there were some obstacles, but we’re here tonight and I’m so happy to be here to celebrate my achievements.”

Kamran Taylor, winner of the Hospitality and Culinary Arts Learner of the Year award, and winner of the 2025 Young Chef Olympiad (YCO), the world’s largest culinary competition for young chefs, said: “It’s really amazing to win this award for Hospitality and Culinary Arts. To think a year ago, I wouldn’t have been able to do half the things I’ve done. It’s really amazing to finish the year with this, and I’d like to thank all my lecturers, especially Christopher Bastion—he’s been my biggest mentor this year, especially with all the competitions I’ve been doing. Thank you!”

Zaima Suhana, winner of the Outstanding Contribution to Student Voice Award, added: “Tonight was like… Heaven and Earth collided—in a good way. I didn’t expect this, and I’m so happy to see what’s next.”

Caroline Wilson, collecting the Community Recognition Award on behalf of LIFT Futures, said: “Capital City College Group are an amazing partner to work with. Big shout out to Carlo, Sharon, Jackie, and all the amazing work that we do together, helping local people get into some incredible jobs right on their doorstep.”

Congratulations to all of our students for another outstanding year!

Students shine under the spotlight at Create 2025

Posted on June 30, 2025July 3, 2025 by Erin Johnson

Creative and computing students share their work and receive awards at a special end-of-term event.

On 13 May, 120 students gathered at Capital City College’s Tottenham centre for Create 2025, an end of year show and award ceremony for students from a range of Creative Media, Music Technology, Games Design, Computing and Esports courses.

Setting up and participating in Create 2025 gave students a real-world platform to apply the skills they have developed as part of their courses, build confidence, and share their work with the wider college community. At the start of the event, there were sound issues and this only added to the continual learning process, offering students hands-on experience of dealing with technical issues and problem solving in real time.

Joshili Ramsaha, a Level 3 Music Performance and Production student, said: “Setting up and taking part in events like this really help me gain real life skills to possibly set up my own production one day.”

Vahap Can Dongel, Lecturer in Computing and IT, said: “We saw students take ownership and show real professionalism when it came to setting up a major event like this.”

During the event, students were able to showcase their work through live performances, film showreels, gaming, robotics demos, and interactive workshops such as Cricut keyring tutorials and print portrait photography sessions. There was also music from student DJ Omar Graham to add to the festive feel.

The event also included the annual awards presentation where a number of students were recognised for their outstanding achievements this year and received a certificate, award and voucher. The event

Nadiya Yusuf, a student on the Level 3 Creative Media Production course, said: “Being an award winner felt amazing, I would like to thank my teacher Scarlett who supported me throughout the year. Without her this wouldn’t be possible”

Tamara Lesniewska, Curriculum Manager for Creative Media, said: “Events like this bring classroom learning to life and boost student confidence.”

If you’re interested in pursuing a creative career, take a look at our Digital Media and Creative Computing Courses.

Interested in IT? Check out our Computing and IT Courses.

For those looking to hit the right note with a career in music, explore our Music and Music Production Courses.

Media students make memories at The FRIENDS experience

Posted on June 26, 2025June 25, 2025 by Erin Johnson

Students from Creative Media courses take an immersive look at one of TV’s most memorable sitcoms.

CCC media students on the iconic FRIENDS sofa

Capital City College (CCC) students from Creative Media courses enjoyed a visit to The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in London at the ExCeL Centre, on 13 June. The attraction is based on the TV show Friends, which ran for ten seasons from 1994 to 2004 and consistently ranked within the top ten shows for ratings in the USA. With an enduring cultural impact, from Rachel’s haircut to character catchphrases, the show has a lasting legacy within popular culture.

During the visit, the group of 30 Creative Media students explored detailed recreations of the show’s most memorable sets, including Monica and Rachel’s apartment, Joey and Chandler’s living room, Central Perk café, and Phoebe’s famous yellow taxi.

CCC media students at Central Perk on the FRIENDs set

Media students explore the FRIENDs tv set

Visiting The FRIENDS™ Experience provided the students with a unique opportunity to explore many of the behind-the-scenes aspects of TV production. By spending time within a series of replica sets from the show, they were able to gain firsthand knowledge about how set design, props, and layout contribute to storytelling and help to engage the audience. The students were also able to reenact key character experiences from the show such as sitting on a replica of Central Perk’s orange couch and looking through the peephole of Monica and Rachel’s purple apartment door.

The Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 Creative Media students were enthusiastic about the visit and enjoyed their time at the attraction while also reflecting on its relevance to their studies. One student said: “Seeing the sets up close was amazing—and as media students, it gave us a real insight into how much work goes into creating something so iconic.”

Marek Morzuch, Lecturer in Creative Media at CCC, said: “It was a great experience. Our students loved visiting the sets and said this was their favourite trip of the year.”

The trip was funded by Into Film as part of their Film Making Grant. Into Film is a leading UK charity that supports the use of film and cinema to create inspiring learning experiences.

Are you interested in learning more about the world of Creative Media? Our excellent range of expert-led courses can take you through everything from Animation to Audio Production. Take a look at our Digital Media and Creative Computing Courses and apply now!

Angel centre students show leadership at first-ever CCC sports day

Posted on June 25, 2025June 24, 2025 by Erin Johnson

Over 150 athletes took part in a fun-filled day of sport and teamwork at the Finsbury Park athletic track, thanks to the leadership of Capital City College (CCC)’s Angel centre students.

Tug of war at the first-ever CCC sports day

The inaugural CCC Angel Sports Day was entirely organised by students as part of the AoC Sport Leadership Award. This event was designed and delivered by Rio and Mirvat, AoC Sport Ambassadors and BTEC Sport students in Year 12 and 13, who successfully secured £250 in funding from AoC Sport to bring their idea to life. They were supported by Shaun, a Year 12 Public Service student, who helped coordinate operations and recruit volunteers and participants.

The aim of the event was to give students the opportunity to enjoy sport in a fun, inclusive, and social environment, while also encouraging a healthy sense of competition. Students applied to take part and were randomly assigned to teams to help build new social connections.

Volunteers from CCC’s Public Service, Engineering, Sports Studies and A Level students helped run the event, while student volunteers Elizampet and Paantea from CCC’s Holloway centre acted as media liaisons, making the day a fully peer-led experience.

Having fun at the three-legged race at the CCC sports day

Students playing tug of war at the CCC sports day

The three legged race at the first-ever CCC sports day

A day of classic challenges

Participants competed in three traditional events:

Tug of War
Three-Legged Race
Two-Round Relay

Scores from each event were combined to determine the overall winners. Despite being a team of just four, Team A secured second place with support from Team D, who lent teammates during the Tug of War—earning them a Sportsmanship Award.

🏅 1st Place – Team D
🥈 2nd Place – Team A
🥉 3rd Place – Team B

“It was a great experience watching and taking part in the sports day. Everyone—even the volunteers—were excited to take part, myself included,” said Paantea.

Congratulations to all of our students for taking part in the day!

If you love team sports and want to combine that with your studies, why not study with us? Learn more about our vocational courses and Sports Academies online.

Inspiring CCC’s future accounting professionals with a visit to Barclays HQ

Posted on June 24, 2025June 24, 2025 by Erin Johnson

Accounting and finance students enjoy a visit to one of the UK’s leading banks to learn about professional life within the banking and finance industry.

Some of the visiting CCC students at Barclays — Visiting CCC students at Barclays

A group of Capital City College (CCC) students from AAT Accounting courses and the T Level Finance courses visited Barclays headquarters on 13 May for a memorable day of industry insight.

After arriving at the iconic Barclays skyscraper in Canary Wharf, the students and staff received a warm welcome. The visit began with a series of four talks from professionals working across Barclays divisions – Mike Binning, Relationship Director in Corporate Banking, Elynn Goel, Business Relationship Manager in Retail Banking, George Browning, Relationship Manager in Real Estate, Business Banking and Arif Islam, Graduate Analyst on the Retail Banking Graduate Programme.

The speakers shared their individual stories and detailed their professional pathways to a career within the banking sector. The students were able to listen to valuable advice on personal development, relationship-building and the importance of interpersonal skills.

CCC students taking in the view at Barclays

Barclays personnel giving talks to CCC students

CCC students attending talks at Barclays

Following the talks, the students were taken up to the 30th floor, where they took in the spectacular panoramic views of the city and the chance to view the Premier League Women’s trophies. This unique experience enabled students to get a sense of what it’s like to work within a top-tier corporate environment.

The visit had a clear impact on the students involved, with many commenting that the experience had made their career goals feel more achievable. The trip also provided them with the opportunity to gain in-person experience of the skills and behaviours expected in professional settings.

The group finished the day with a relaxed Q&A session, with students eagerly asking questions and speaking directly with members of the Barclays team.

The visit was organised in collaboration with Kristine Agraan, Barclays Local Specialist, and Angeli Lopes, Customer Care Leader, and the students and staff were very grateful to the Barclays team for their kind hospitality, care and attention to detail throughout the day.

If you’re interested in exploring pathways to careers to banking or finance, take a look at our Accounting and Bookkeeping Courses, Business and Professional Services Courses and T Level Courses!