The College of North West London had the pleasure of hosting the inaugural Best Student Awards in collaboration with MNM Property Services on 29th June.
Lecturers from Engineering, Construction & the Built Environment nominated students in Painting & Decorating, Plumbing, Gas, Electrical and Carpentry to be awarded with the prestigious 2022 Best Student Award in recognition of their achievements this academic year, and to encourage them onto the next step of their journey.
George Panteli, Managing Director of MNM Property Services and ex-student approached CNWL teamed up to host the Best Student Awards to inspire “students to excel in their chosen profession” and help them to recognise that on completion of their course, it is not the end, but the beginning of their journey into successful careers.
This was Alan and George’s way to say thank you to the college for helping them achieve their aspirations. At the Award Ceremony Alan Davison, who is also an ex-student represented MNM went on to explain that he took his OND and HND in Building Studies at Willesden College of Technology, the predecessor to CNWL.
From this he moved on to a day-release course when he took his RICS exams and then became a Chartered Building Surveyor. He said: “I know from personal experience that an award like this will help the students when leaving college in their final year”.
Stephen Davis, Group Principal and CEO of the United Colleges Group, said: “All of us at College of North West London, and across our group, are delighted to host the very first Best Student Awards. I would like to extend our thanks to George and Alan an MNM for their inspiration and involvement, and offer the winners and everyone involved my congratulations.”
“My experience at College of Northwest London, has been exciting, it has been thrilling and it has been full of opportunities, and we have the tutors that help us whenever we’re in need. We go on educational trips to get a feel for what university life is like. We have the careers advisors that help us on our path, our university path.”
“The facilities here are brilliant. You have range of courses you can study. My teachers in the Performing Arts department have got history in the industry, which is very useful. You get to ask them for advice and actual knowledge from the industry, and take that into your own work within the college also afterwards. ”
“At City of Westminster College, my experience has been the best of all the other colleges I’ve attended. The reason I like CWC is because the teachers make my journey easier with assessment and exams. I’m a Level Two Science student and I enjoy my lessons because most of them are practical, which are helpful for me. I love studying at CWC because you meet people from other countries – all over the world and from all different communities.”
“My favourite thing about studying here has definitely got to be the teachers. They’re really helpful, kind and in the industry, so it’s good.”
“The technical knowledge and hands-on experience gained during my apprenticeship at College of North West London have been invaluable, particularly in understanding site processes, health and safety requirements and the understanding of electrical systems.”
“My experience studying at City of Westminster College has been amazing. It’s been so welcoming; I enjoy it very much because of the staff members we have here. They’re very approachable and I could come to them with any question, and it will be answered straight away. And if I come early for a class, I can use the Learning Resources Centre, I can use the computers, the books, just to continue all my studies outside the classroom time.”
“The training process was seamless. I had good instructors who were very flexible, supporting people of all learning levels. On the last day after our exams, a security company came and did a presentation. We had the opportunity to have an interview afterwards. I told them about my experiences, and they said I would be a good fit. I formally applied for a role and started with the company soon after. Getting into security has opened doors for me. I hope I will continue to take steps up the career ladder.”
“Coming to study at the City of Westminster College was the best decision that I had ever made. The teachers are very accommodating – they help you learn things in a way that might be easier for you to learn. They are very supportive and I think that’s one of the best things about learning here.”
“I was so grateful to have won Apprentice of the Year at the West London Business Awards 2026, I could not have done it without the support my company Size Group and the College of North West London.”
