Formation Design and Build Attends Apprenticeship Event at Solar House, Stratford

14/02/2025

We were delighted to attend the Newham College of Further Education Apprenticeship Event at Solar House in Stratford. The event aimed to raise awareness of apprenticeship opportunities for employers, and we were proud to share our own experience.

Since September 2023, we have partnered with Newham College of Further Education to support apprenticeships, placing four Civil Engineering Apprentices at the Stratford campus. It was great to reconnect with Dr Vijay Srikandarajah FHEA, our students' tutor and lecturer, and hear about their impressive progress. Vijay highlighted one standout apprentice who is advancing so rapidly that he will be fast-tracked to qualification this year—a testament to the success of the programme.

A special mention to Romario Christian , whose dedication and growth have earned him an invitation to the House of Lords next month, where he will share his positive experience with us. We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone with our client, Haringey Council, who will be joining us in recognition of his achievements. We look forward to supporting Romario as he continues his journey toward qualification.

At the event, our Social Value Officer, Anita Louise Collopy , emphasized the importance of educating parents on the benefits of apprenticeships. She highlighted how they provide a debt-free route to a degree, real-world experience, financial independence, and confidence—offering young people a strong foundation for their careers. This sparked meaningful discussions, with many attendees engaging with Anita after the event to explore this topic further.

We are proud to support apprenticeship pathways and look forward to seeing more success stories unfold.