Testimonials and Case Studies

  • Gateshead Council

    • "Apprentices have brought with them enthusiasm, youthful energy and wanting to learn, contribute to the work of the Council and find a career path in the public sector."

      Kishor Raichura,Team Leader in Performance Management and ICT.

      "Gateshead College's health and safety training is always rated as very good or excellent by the Council staff who take part." 

      Alan Ross, Training Officer, Gateshead Council.

  • Evans Halshaw

    • "I would highly recommend Gateshead College's AutoSkills Centre as first choice if you are considering ATA Vehicle Damage Assessment, as it has a highly effective approach to this discipline presented by a knowledgeable, effective team."

      John Hindle, Body Shop Leader.

  • Gentoo Construction

    • "We needed a training partner that not only understands the issues but can deliver the intensive and specialist training needed to help us secure accreditation."

      Allan Thompson, Managing Director.

  • Nissan UK

    • "The College is the preferred supplier of training to Nissan. We work with the College to ensure that content and delivery of the training reflects our world-class experience."

      Steve Pallas, Manager - Training & Development.

  • Optare

    • "Optare's investment has achieved both bottom line savings and equipped the workforce with skills for the future, making the company more competitive."

      Brian Barker
      HR Director
      Optare

      Click here to read case study on Optare.

  • Smith Electric Vehicles

    • "Since 2009 Gateshead College has become our leading training provider. We have not experienced a more responsive training provider than the College."

      Geoff Allison, Operations Director.

      "We have been very impressed by the College's can-do approach and its understanding of our company's training needs. Well qualified young technicians are vital to our future growth plans."

      Jane Simpson, Human Resources Manager, Smith Electric Vehicles.

  • Cyrenians

    • "Since my team has been on the course at Gateshead College, I have seen cost savings, improved team morale and our service users are receiving a better experience."

      Val Nevin, Head of Professional Development.

  • MWH Treatment
  • Chesapeake

    • "The results we've already achieved are very encouraging. Our workplace is more organised, we've seen improvements in quality, and delivery of the product."

      John Short
      Managing Director
      Chesapeake

      Click here to read a case study on Chesapeake

  • Komatsu

    • "With the support from Gateshead College, we
      developed a plan which synchronised with our existing
      continuous improvement ethos."

      Derek Wilson
      Improvement Co-ordinator
      Komatsu UK

      Click here to read a case study on Komatsu