Community Engagement
At Mont Rose College we take pride in our acts for Community Service and Engagement. We try our best to bring our local communities together for causes bigger than us. As a higher education provider, we believe it is our duty to teach our students more than what’s in their textbooks because the greatest knowledge of all is value. The value of our students, our communities, and critical causes hold a special place in our hearts.
We actively strive to organise events targeted to engage our communities. Have a look at our previous events below and find out exactly what we have done to help!
Awarded Redbridge Business of the Year!
On 30th November 2023, in an auspicious ceremony arranged by Ilford Bid, Mont Rose College was honoured with the prestigious “Redbridge Business of the Year Award.” Cllr Leader Jas Athwal presented the award.
Cllr Leader Jas Athwal mentioned in his speech that, “What we are seeing here today is the talent and future of Ilford. People come to Ilford because of you; we have to work together to make it the best”.
This award was given in recognition of the college’s outstanding contribution to education, innovation, and community work in the London Borough of Redbridge.
Mont Rose College, known for its commitment to academic excellence and forward-thinking initiatives, has proven itself as a key player in the local business landscape. The award acknowledges the college’s significant impact on fostering and nurturing talent and strong community ties in East London that includes Ilford, Gants Hill and Stratford.
St. Joseph’s Residential Care Homes – Local Business
Mr. Sukh Sandhu, Director of St. Joseph’s Residential Care Homes, graced Mont Rose College as a motivational speaker, inspiring our students with his insights. The MRC Employability team joined hands to facilitate work experience and job opportunities for our aspiring students.
Approximately 50 to 60 students from HND Healthcare Practice course attended the event and gained the valuable knowledge how Care Homes works and its basic requirements. MRC arranged BBQ for attendees to provide atmosphere for networking and career progression for students.
Enchanting Christmas Fair
Draws 400+ Attendees
The Mont Rose Christmas Fair brought together over 400 enthusiastic attendees, including the local business and general public and hosted them at the college premises. The high light of the fair featured complimentary face painting for children, a lively DJ performance by DJ Envy spinning festive tunes, and a diverse array of craft stalls presenting unique handmade items. Mont Rose College students proudly showcased their talents with stalls offering delectable desserts, stylish brooches, admirable nail art, culinary delights, and handy crafts. Attendees also savoured food from our esteemed local partners such as Chaiiwala, and Boba Bliss Gants Hill.
The Christmas Fair along with the gifts from Santa’s and sustainability stall stands as a testament to Mont Rose College’s dedication to community involvement, bringing together staff, students and local community members in a vibrant and inclusive celebration.
A statement was given by a member of staff at Mont Rose College
“As a place of education, we must teach all forms of History, especially Black History, as this helps young people of colour establish their ethnic identities. We want to provide a diverse and welcoming learning environment to all of our students, therefore knowing the upmost importance of why we celebrate Black History Month is a priority to us.”
We did not stop there; we continued then to arrange Online Zoom activities through our Student Union further to develop our student’s knowledge about Black History Month and initiate conversations around the subject.
Mont Rose College has set out to create change and influence diversity within all forms of our education system. This form of inclusivity is set out to create positive examples within the community and the educational sector as a whole.
Sustainability Event: “Together We Thrive”
Autism Awareness Day
The Autism Awareness Day event, held under the “Together We Thrive” sustainability initiative, garnered resounding success. It showcased the pivotal role educational institutions like Mont Rose College play in cultivating socially responsible individuals. Through such endeavours, we not only foster the personal growth of our students but also contribute to the advancement of society at large. Our commitment remains steadfast in instilling a sense of responsibility and a passion for positive change in our students, staff and local community, empowering them to spearhead the creation of a more inclusive and sustainable future.
Mont Rose College’s Participation in Ilford Green Action Day
Supporting Businesses and Community
Mont Rose College’s active participation in Ilford’s Green Action Day showcased its commitment to environmental sustainability and community engagement. The event provided an opportunity to enhance the local environment and raise awareness about collective action’s importance in creating a cleaner and more sustainable urban landscape.
Through this engagement in Ilford Green Action Day, Mont Rose College demonstrated its commitment to collaborative efforts aimed at supporting the VHP Hindu Centre and Vine Court Church. MRC students and Volunteers showcased their dedication to environmental stewardship and community welfare by engaging in gardening and little picking activities. This community event brought a strong connections between the College, Local Businesses, Community Organisation and their residents.
Our visit to Robert Clack Upper School
Mont Rose College endeavoured to establish collaborative partnerships with Robert Clack Upper School to enhance educational and sports opportunities, culminating in a visit on September 15th, 2023. During the visit, MRC generously distributed 100 cricket t-shirts to the students. This gesture not only equipped them with essential cricket gear but also symbolised the organisation’s steadfast commitment to promoting cricket and nurturing unity and community within the school.
The staff and students conveyed profound appreciation for MRC’s generous support extended to Robert Clack Cricket. MRC remains dedicated to empowering young individuals through sports, continuing its commitment to fostering personal growth and community engagement.
Mont Rose College engagement to the local community
to excel local businesses
We encourage our student union and staff to work together to organise charity events such as MacMillan Coffee Morning. Additionally, we dedicated a day to fostering a deeper understanding and cultivating support for individuals within the autism spectrum. We aimed to raise awareness and funds for the Sycamore Trust.
We were also honoured to attend Tafida Raqeeb Foundation (TRF) Charity dinner at Mayfair Banqueting Hall offering a serene and elegant ambience. This charity dinner aimed to raise funds for Tafida Raqeeb who suffered a severe brain injury in 2019 and the funds collected will be spent on essential expenses including surgery, medical equipment, hospital stay, education etc. Mont Rose College is proud to have been a part of this compassionate endeavour, and we look forward to continuing our support for Tafida’s journey to recovery.
