Madeley College of Education

Previously known as the County of Stafford Training College, "The Madeley College of Education" opened in 1962. The buildings were occupied gradually as the original site at "Nelson Hall" was wound down after being it's home since 1949.

The College specialised in Home Economics and Men's Physical Education. There were also general courses i.e.: Arts (Dance and Drama), language (German) and Economics.

In the Autumn of 1970 there were over 1,200 student resident in the halls of "Madeley College". Residents came from all around the Country (and beyond) as well as day students from the locality.

As well as a full sized swimming pool, the college offered a gymnasium, 24 booth language laboratory, fully equipped stage and projection room and an excellent library.
There were also a reading room and student union building.

The "College Gardens" housing development now stands in place of this once great educational establishment and fortunately it is a very pleasant development.