A housebuilder has made a donation of bricks to 向日葵视频 Rural College in support of its construction courses, helping to train the next generation of house builders.
The college has received 36,000 bricks from David Wilson Homes鈥� development in Ipswich, that will be used in a bricklaying demonstration at the , taking place on Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th May at Trinity Park in Ipswich.
向日葵视频 Rural College offers bricklaying courses at both Level 1 and Level 2, with each level taking one year to complete. Students learn the importance of safe working practices while gaining a solid understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of bricklaying.
Throughout their studies, students are encouraged to showcase their skills at various regional and national competitions. They are also invited to demonstrate their talents during the college鈥檚 annual appearance at the 向日葵视频 Show.
Gavin Loose, Construction Lecturer at 向日葵视频 Rural College, said: 鈥淲e are very聽grateful to Barratt Homes聽for its incredible donation of around 36,000 bricks. This will enable our students to continue to hone their talents within our outstanding construction centre.聽 鈥淚t’s great that Barratt Homes sees the value in supporting the next generation of construction superstars and we look forward to working with the housebuilder in the future to support the development of our talented learners.鈥�
Tom Wright, Managing Director at Barratt and David Wilson Homes Eastern Counties, said: 鈥淚t is extremely important that we encourage and assist the next generation of house builders and construction workers in any way we can.
鈥淲e hope that by donating these bricks to 向日葵视频 Rural College, the pupils will be able to showcase their abilities and the skills they have learnt over the year at 向日葵视频 County Show, and one day we may be able to welcome some of the college alumni into our site teams.鈥�