Whilst you wait for your GCSE results to come through, why not get yourself organised in preparation for starting College? Below, we’ve compiled a list of the different ways in which you can get yourself ready for starting with us in September. 1. Work out how you can get to us Whether you live in…
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Preparing for your first day of College
The last day of school feels like it was years ago, you’ve had a long summer full of sunny days, warm evenings, and hopefully a lot of relaxing. Now it’s time to get down to business. But don’t worry, the fun isn’t over yet – as cheesy as it sounds, you’ve got loads more to…
Brexit and Studying in the UK: Guidance for EU students
In England, EEA nationals will no longer be eligible for Home fee status, for further education (FE) funding for those aged 19+, student loans and apprenticeships. EU students starting courses on or after 1 August 2021 must have settled or pre-settled status in the UK under the EU Settlement Scheme to have access to publicly-funded…
“I only went to university because my friends did”
After discovering university just wasn’t for him, Jay knew he had to make a change that would suit him and his learning style. Now a fully-fledged digital marketer thanks to a change to an apprenticeship, Jay tells us about his unconventional journey to gaining the necessary qualifications to start his career and how it was all really just a…
Life in lockdown: The importance of self-care and positive mental wellbeing
Marc Gillham, Director of Funding, MIS & IT. Shares his story of life in lockdown. The current pandemic has affected many people in lots of different ways. I, like many others, have experienced challenges adapting to the changes – and as we face a slow return to life before the COVID-19 lockdown – I wanted…
How we can support people with Autism
Autism is a neurological disorder that effects the brain and how we learn and communicate with others. The condition is called Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and it is on a scale that ranges from mild to severe. There are around 700,000 people on the autism spectrum in the UK. Autism effects everyone differently, but some…
Think you’re too old for an Apprenticeship? Think again!
Stacy Lewis passed her Level 2 Customer Service Apprenticeship with flying colours (technically called a Distinction) and is now working as a Receptionist at Jubilee Wood Primary School. Stacy’s Story From leaving school at 16 to having her daughter at 21 and working various retail jobs at the likes of JD Sports and Tesco, Stacy’s…
Concerned About Missing Your Friends?
When you first leave school you may be somewhat concerned about leaving your friends behind. Making the move to College may mean that you’re leaving friends and taking this next step on your own. We understand that making new friends may seem a little daunting but we promise, that feeling won’t stick around for long. You’re braver…
“Studying ESOL at College has enriched my life in so many ways”
Marlene has studied English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) for just over two years. She has now finished her ESOL Level 1 course and feels very glad to have passed all of her exams, but really misses not being at college every day. Marlene’s Story I started ESOL at Entry 3 in the speaking…
Should I apply for an Intermediate or Advanced level course?
Course Levels Explained You’ll notice that our courses are broken down by being ‘Intermediate’ or ‘Advanced’. These are two different levels of study. You can search for a course and check the available levels using our A-Z or you can download our brand new School Leaver Guide. What is an Intermediate level course? Our Intermediate courses include Level 1…
