
Two dedicated apprentices working in a local nursery are proving that it’s never too late to upskill, thanks to the Early Years Level 5 Apprenticeship offered at Bury College.
If you are joining us as a childcare student you will need to complete a DBS check prior to starting your course. Please see below guidance regarding this.
You will have received a DBS link to the personal email address you provided to college on your application form, this e-mail provides you with a username and password to log on. Please complete this prior to enrolment where possible. It will ask you for your personal details, name, address history, DOB etc.
Important – Your DBS is an important document, just like a passport, if you lose it you will have to pay the cost of a replacement DBS which is £46.40 Please keep it safe.
https://store.burycollege.ac.uk/product-catalogue/dbs-application-fee/replacement-dbs
It is optional for students to purchase this uniform, however, some placements do request that you wear the uniform. Polo shirts and hoodies can be purchased from the Bury College Online Store; https://store.burycollege.ac.uk/product-catalogue/child-care-uniform.
In certain circumstances and if you are eligible for a bursary the college can provide financial assistance for purchasing uniform, books and educational trips and visits through the Financial Support Schemes – details of which are included in the enrolment pack. If you have any further questions regarding the financial support available, please enquire with Student Services at enrolment.
Two dedicated apprentices working in a local nursery are proving that it’s never too late to upskill, thanks to the Early Years Level 5 Apprenticeship offered at Bury College.
Our art students have brought a splash of colour and creativity to Bury Hospice with a striking new mural celebrating the spirit of the local community. Painted by students from the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, the mural features vibrant hydrangeas and iconic Manchester Bees, symbolising unity, resilience, and the six towns of Bury. Find out more here.
Bury College had the honour of welcoming several distinguished guests from the Government and Department for Education on 20th March 2025. Read more to find out what happened on the day.
We recently lifted the lid on working in social care with an event for our Health and Social Care students. Students heard from employers in the industry about the different opportunities available and the skills that people in the industry are looking for.
On Thursday, 20th March 2025, Bury College played host to the Hair and Beauty category of the GM Skills Competition. Read more about it here.
Find out about Bury College's recent campus development, and how the college is striving to be more environmentally friendly.