Blogs

dartford-acting-student-acting-as-scientist

Here at North Kent College, our professional theatre, run by industry-background teaching staff, gives our Acting course students the perfect place to break their first leg (metaphorically speaking of course!).

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Sports students racing between cones

Every July, National School Sports Week (6-12 July 2026), highlights the positive impact that sport and physical activity have on young people across the UK.

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Student in photography dark room

Ready, aim, capture! It’s time to zoom in on creativity this National Camera Day, celebrated annually on 29 June.

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Beauty student painting toe nails

Today (26 June) is National Beauticians Day, a time to recognise the creativity, passion and professionalism of the people who help us look and feel our best.

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Male having hair cut by female student

Today (25 June), as we celebrate National Hairdressers Day, the chances are you’ve walked past a bright, bubble-gum pink bottle of shampoo in the supermarket with a label proclaiming one of the UK’s most acclaimed hairdressers – Lee Stafford.

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Female student singing into microphone and male student playing guitar in background

Today, 21 June, isn’t just the summer solstice, it’s also the perfect time to turn up the volume and celebrate World Music Day, an international event dedicated to the joy and power of music.

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students and teacher in an aeroplane interior

Today (Wednesday 17 June) is National Thank a Teacher Day, a chance to recognise and celebrate everyone who helps make schools and colleges such inspiring places to learn and grow.

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Students looking after patient

This week (8 to 14 June) marks Carers Week, a national campaign that shines a spotlight on the millions of unpaid carers who support family members and friends every single day.

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Two students sitting at computers

Today (17 May) is World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, the annual call for government, industry and communities to strengthen digital resilience worldwide.

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