CDN College Awards 2025
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The College Awards 2025, proudly delivered by CDN and supported by Title Sponsor SQA, are now closed for entries.
The Awards recognise the talent, skills, and achievements of colleges, their staff, and their learners. They offer a valuable opportunity to celebrate the innovation happening in colleges across the country.
This year marks the 26th anniversary of the College Awards, celebrating the exceptional accomplishments within the sector. Over the years, these awards have highlighted the profound impact colleges have had on learners, communities, and the wider economy, showcasing their vital role in shaping a brighter future.
New for 2025! We’re excited to introduce the Changemakers Award, celebrating educators – individually or as a team – who embody innovation, risk-taking, and non-conformity in their teaching. In response to feedback, we’ve combined Innovation and Research into one powerful category.
The awards categories this year are:
• Changemakers Award
• College Community Learning Award
• Digital Learning Award
• Employer Connections Award
• Health and Wellbeing Award
• Inclusive College Award
• Innovation and Research Award
• Lecturer of the Year Award
• Marketing and Communications Award
• Professional Services Colleague of the Year Award
• Skills Development Award
• Sustainability Action Award
• Student of the Year Award
Save the date: The awards ceremony will take place at the Radisson Blu in Glasgow on 4 December 2025 – mark your calendars for this prestigious event!
Entries and now closed. Good luck!
