Hartlepool College of Further Education has existed in several forms since 1897 but did not move to its current site until the 1960s.
In 1969, the Secretary of State for Education and Science opened the college and in 2006, plans for a new modern building began to emerge.
The new college building, as is known today, opened in February 2012 and specialises in a range of courses including engineering, environmental technology, sport and hospitality and catering.
1. Brand new
Apprentices pictured at the new Hartlepool College of Further Education site in 2011. Photo: Other, third party
2. Balloons galore
Chris Turner and Antony Sweeney take part in the college's balloon launch in 2006. Photo: DP
4. Back in time
Students pictured outside the old Hartlepool College of Further Education site. Photo: Other, third party