Students recognised at Excellence Awards ceremony

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!

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