A fantastic night was had by CCL staff as they celebrated at the Learning Disabilities & Autism Awards 2026, held at the ICC Birmingham on 19 June. The Learning Disabilities & Autism Awards celebrate excellence across the sector and recognise those working to improve opportunities and outcomes for people with learning disabilities and autism. The [...]
Our new purpose‑built Activity Centre officially opened on Monday 8 June 2026, marking a milestone that has been years in the making. After such a long search for the right premises, receiving planning approval in January 2024 felt like a dream come true. But that was only the beginning. Working closely with Berry's Consultancy and [...]
We have recently held our Annual Conference at Shrewsbury Town Football Stadium, Croud Meadow. We hired the entire football ground to offer all staff high level training and learning with both in-house and guest speakers. Thursday saw two guest speakers from Hirstwood Training join us. Carol Allen delivered a fantastic interactive session named ‘Sensory on [...]
February 12th saw The Grafton Centre’s first sharing day of 2026. The weather was miserable, and the rain was pouring, but nothing could stop the warmth that was radiating from Grafton’s hall. Sharing day is an incredibly important day for our learners, as parents and friends come along to celebrate their achievements. It instils a [...]
Recently we have found out that we have a college full of artists! Our talented learners from the Grafton Centre are having their artwork displayed in the Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery. Their exhibition, ‘Just Make A Mark’ follows the stories of our learners, celebrating who they are and their journeys of self-discovery. The project [...]
Although the sun didn’t shine, nothing could dampen the spirit at the Grafton Centre’s ‘Celebration Day’ —a heartfelt event filled with pride, laughter, and moments to remember. This annual tradition marks the end of another incredible academic year, bringing together students, families, staff, and community partners to honour progress, friendships, and future journeys. Throughout the [...]
Condover Supported Living has won the prestigious National Learning Disabilities & Autism Supported Housing Award for its exceptional service and person-centred approach to supported living. The glittering ceremony was made even more memorable with celebrity guest Peter Andre in attendance to present the awards and celebrate the achievements of dedicated professionals in the sector. Condover Supported living is [...]
Staff at the Grafton Centre are celebrating Condover College’s recent recognition at the Natspec Innovation Awards, where they won the award for Innovative Interdisciplinary Working. This win highlights the college's groundbreaking approach to integrating physiotherapy and speech and language therapy, two disciplines that traditionally operate independently. By combining these therapies and embedding them into learning activities, [...]
CCL proudly attended the prestigious ICC Birmingham Great British Care Awards on Friday, 14th March, celebrating the dedication and commitment of professionals in the social care sector. With finalists from two categories representing the organisation, it was an evening of recognition and appreciation for the tireless efforts of those who make a difference in people’s [...]
The Grafton Centre Sharing Day, held on 12th February, was a celebratory event that brought together students, parents, staff, and other stakeholders. The day was an exciting chance for students to showcase their progress, celebrate alongside friends, and share firsthand their successes with their families. Director of Education, Tracy Gillett, was proud to highlight the [...]
