In a dazzling showcase of talent and skill, Pembrokeshire College students emerged victorious at the prestigious WorldSkills UK Finals held in Manchester.
An incredible 14 learners made it through to the finals where they competed against hundreds of regional contenders.
Among the standout performers were beauty therapists Kaya Mujica and Carlie-Jayne Dutton who both secured Silver medals, and fellow student Erin Owens who secured Bronze.
In Foundation Skills, learners showcased their commitment to excellence with George Scully winning a Gold medal in Health and Social Care, and Daniel Lock earning a Silver medal in the same category. Anthony Davies added to the glory with a Silver medal in Horticulture, while Oliver Mathias also competed in the Horticulture finals.
Further accolades were earned in Foundation Skills: IT Software Solutions for Business, with Emily Sinnott securing Bronze while Sion Duncan and Declan Morrisey also showcased their skills as finalists in this category.
The success continued across various disciplines with Tomos Evans claiming a Bronze medal in Plumbing and Grace Young receiving a Highly Commended acknowledgment in Restaurant Service. Elena Phillipps-Waring also made it through to the finals for Restaurant Service whilst Jordan Palmer competed as a finalist in Welding.
Welsh institutions dominated the medal leader board with six Welsh colleges securing spots in the top 11 organisations across the UK. ‘Team Wales’ soared to new heights, clinching an astounding 51 medals across a diverse range of skills, a testament to the excellence and dedication of the Welsh contingent. Pembrokeshire College proudly secured the top position for the number of medals in Wales, standing out as a powerhouse in skills development. Pembrokeshire College excelled at becoming joint fourth in the UK League and second in the UK Foundation League.
In Foundation Skills, Pembrokeshire College and Elidyr Communities Trust further demonstrated their commitment, securing positions in the top 5 organisations from across the UK.
Principal Dr Barry Walters commended the learners: “Pembrokeshire College is extremely proud of the learners who qualified for the Worldskills UK finals in Manchester.
“With 14 finalists, eight medals and one highly commended award, it demonstrates the depth of talent and skills that young people possess in South West Wales which supports local businesses and the economy.
“My congratulations to all the learners who competed, those who got to the finals and those who finished in the medal positions. I am also grateful to the staff who have supported these learners on their competitions journey.”
The achievements of Pembrokeshire College students exemplify the institution’s dedication to nurturing talent and fostering excellence.
