All the Fun of the Fayre

Epping Forest College held its annual Fresher’s Fayre for the new intake of students. The Fayre is designed to welcome students to the college, and give them the opportunity to meet staff and fellow students.

Students visit the Fayre

Over 2,000 students had the opportunity to find out what’s going on in College and the local area. They were also able to discover the exciting activities and challenges that are open to them. 

Surf's up

Principal Jeannie Wright said: “Our induction events are always very popular. It is a great opportunity for them to get to know each other and find out more about the college. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting our new students.”

A number of local and national organisations attended the Fayre to offer a range of student promotions and advice to students. They included the NUS, Army Careers, Barclays Bank, Top Golf, Kim's Driving School, Barclays Bank, Mayhem Paintballing, Camps International and Shelter, who are the college's Charity of the Year. 

Hotshots and surfers also got the chance to show their stuff thanks to  Shoot for Goal, who set up a speed gun goal at the front of EFC, and a surfing simulator on the Street.

EFC Security try their hand at Shoot for Goal.
Oops.

The emergency services were also represented. Essex Police and the Essex Fire Service were offering help and advice to students on welfare and safety with a range of activities for them to take part in.

Lunchtime treats were also on offer as Palm Bay Caribbean served up delicious Jamaican cuisine in the college car park.

The college also took the opportunity to take part as well - the Sport department gave students the chance to sign up for their clubs, and the Hair & Beauty students from the Inspire Salons gave free treatments.

Student Liaison Lead Dan Hunter said: “This is just the first of many exciting events that we're organising for the students throughout the year. We want to make sure that students enjoy their time with us, and the Fayre is the ideal opportunity to get them off to a great start. We had excellent feedback from exhibitors and students who really enjoyed themselves.”