Askham Bryan College and University Centre are proud to announce they’ve been shortlisted for Five Educator North Awards (ENA’s) 

Askham Bryan College and University Centre are proud to announce they’ve been shortlisted as finalists for Five ENA’s for 2026. 

The awards include: 

• Student Experience Award – HE/FE Sector 
• Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Initiative Award  
• Innovation Award  
• Game-Changing Education Award  
• Apprenticeship Award 

Tim Whitaker, Principal and CEO, from Askham Bryan College said: “ To be shortlisted as finalists across so many categories at this year’s Educate North Awards is an exceptional honour and a reflection of the innovation, creativity and commitment of the staff at Askham Bryan College. Each nomination highlights the remarkable work of our staff and students, from pioneering apprenticeships with our Land-Based Lift Off programme to the transformation of our Wildlife & Conservation Park into a teaching zoo that is reshaping how education and industry connect.

All our nominations celebrate the collective ambition of Askham Bryan College and our continued drive to deliver outstanding, industry led education. Being recognised among such inspiring peers is a privilege, and it reinforces the positive impact of the work taking place at Askham Bryan College every day.”

The awards will be held on Thursday 7th May 2026 in Manchester, with representatives from the College attending.