The 1970s



1972
The National Star Centre gains specialist further education college status from the Department of Education and Science. The first purpose-built residential accommodation opens at Ullenwood. Octagonal Court, now known as Wilson in memory of Andrew Wilson, provides 48 study bedrooms and the number of students rises to 60.





Alison’s story
National Star taught Alison about her own potential, fun and freedom when she joined the college in 1979.
Read her story