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.
33. Going places
Paul and Adam Dees with Hartlepool College of Further Education principal, Darren Hankey, next to an engine from a Boeing 747. Photo: Gary Kester
34. Working hard
Students enjoy their plumbing course at Hartlepool College of Further Education. Photo: DP
35. Having fun
Katrina Waugh, Emily Irvine, Philip Baines and Sue Stephens are pictured in Student Services in 1994. Photo: Hartlepool Mail
36. Santa's little helpers
Danielle Gibbins, Lauren Cope, Cammeron Theasby and Emma Kelsey take part in Christmas festivities. Photo: TC