Success stories about student progress always make great reading and this year we have seen more fantastic students, who have made the most of the opportunities presented to them.

Two students I want to focus on today, study a Level 3 Animal Management course. Both learners worked at The Pet Studio in Nailsea, where they put their theory into practice, and developed both technical and employability skills needed, to work as a dog groomer.

Hi everyone, I have two horses, two crazy kittens and five tortoises at home which keep me busy although in the past I have kept many reptiles, birds and various small and large pets.

I teach practical animal health, animal behaviour and handling, practical animal husbandry and feeding, accommodation and moving.

Hi everyone, my name is Julie and I have been part of the Weston College team for almost 6 years. We are very fortunate to be based at Puxton Park where we work with the animals, it is a fantastic learning environment.

I have a BSC Hons degree in animal behaviour and welfare and have practical skills in dog grooming. Previously I have helped at my local RSPCA shelter and I also rescue and rehome guinea pigs for a charity in Wales.

Hi there! I’m Charlotte and I am one of the lecturers!

Weston College students will get the chance to work with an exciting new range of animals thanks to a partnership with one of the region’s top visitor attractions.

The College has joined forces with Puxton Park, which will enable students to develop industry-specific skills working with the park’s specialist facilities and animals.

Puxton’s range of domestic, farm and exotic animals include tortoises, parrots, reindeer, owls, meerkats, donkeys, goats, ponies, rare pigs, alpacas, cattle, emus and stick insects.

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