News & Updates

Previously named ‘Impact’ - East Durham College has celebrated the official opening of our newly refurbished gym, now known as EDC Gym, which opened on January 8, 2026.

East Durham College is proud to launch a brand-new recognition scheme celebrating staff who go above and beyond in embodying the College’s core values. Each month, staff members who demonstrate outstanding commitment to one of our key values will be nominated and celebrated as Values Champions.

East Durham College and Oaklea Trust celebrate their first apprentice to complete their programme through their new Apprentice Academy approach to training.

The official launch of our exciting new chapter at our Houghall campus has begun!

Celebrity stylist Lee Stafford visited EDC to host a masterclass and workshop in honour of EDC's Lee Stafford Education Best College of the Year award.

East Durham College is delighted to partner with North East colleges, in an exciting initiative to drive economic growth, create opportunities for skills development, and tackle inequality.

Sunderland College leads new Construction Technical Excellence hub with East Durham College as strategic partner.

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