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Bury College’s new adult course guide is now available! Whether you’re aiming to build skills, boost your confidence or become work-ready, the latest guide is packed with opportunities to help you achieve your goals.
Our Student Recruitment Team works closely with schools, education providers, and careers professionals to share valuable information about the wide range of opportunities available at Bury College.
Our goal is to raise aspirations and empower pupils with the knowledge and guidance they need to make confident, informed decisions about their future pathways.
Find on this page:
Support services we offer
In line with the Gatsby benchmarks, we offer a range of services to help support pupils with their progression to college, helping make sure that they are fully equipped and have all the information they need to make the right choice for their future.
Assembly talks
We deliver a variety of engaging presentations, including our Aspirational Presentation, Apprenticeships Presentation, and T Level Presentation. These sessions can be delivered as whole-year assemblies or smaller tutorial sessions for Year 10 and 11 pupils across schools in Bury and the surrounding areas.
Application support
We can visit your school at lunchtime or after school to provide pupils with tailored support throughout the application process. This helps to ensure that the majority of pupils submit their applications ahead of our priority application deadline on the 24th November 2025.
Careers events
We can provide support at a wide range of careers events, including Year 9 options events and evenings, careers fairs, and CV writing or transferable skills workshops.
Parents evenings
We can provide support at all Key Stage 3 Parents' Evenings and Options Evenings, providing pupils with advice and guidance on the opportunities available at Bury College.
Frequently asked questions
Find out the answers to some of the most frequent questions we receive from high schools.
pupil’s applications can be tracked through the school’s portal. Each institution has its own login, but if access is unavailable, the admissions team can be contacted on 0161 280 8200 or via email at admissions@burycollege.ac.uk.
Year 11 students who were unable to attend Open Events, or those with additional needs, are welcome to email schools@burycollege.ac.uk to arrange a personalised tour.
We are pleased to offer tours of our facilities for small groups upon request, subject to availability.
If you can't book in for an assembly presentation, we will work with you to ensure the information your pupils need is still provided to support and educate them on their choices at College.
We will do our best to be available to support at your school. We will prioritise Year 11 events, so please send us your dates as early as possible. Once received, we will schedule them in our diary and aim to have a member of our Student Recruitment Team attend.
Yes! By contacting our team, you can arrange a delivery of course guides for Year 10 and 11 pupils. If you have an upcoming event and haven’t yet received course guides, please let us know when booking, and we can bring copies along to the event.
Our Open Events will take place on the dates below:
- Tuesday 7th October 2025
- Thursday 16th October 2025
- Saturday 8th November 2025
- Thursday 26th March 2026
The first 30 minutes of each event has a designated quiet session, providing a more relaxed atmosphere for those who prefer it.
Full details can be found on our Events page.
We are happy to visit schools to provide advice and support for pupils who are considering applying to the College or have questions about the application process. Sessions can be scheduled during form time, as lunchtime drop-ins, or after school. Please get in touch to arrange a booking.
Key dates for your calendar
Here are all the key dates for your calendar, including upcoming events, application deadlines, and more.
| Event Title | Event Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Enrolment Begins | 19th August 2025 | Enrolment begins on GCSE Results Day. |
| Applications Open for 2026 Entry | 1st October 2025 | Pupils can apply to join Bury College for September 2026 from the 1st October 2025. |
| Application Priority Deadline | 24th November 2025 | Any pupil who applies before this date will be considered a Priority Applicant. This means they will be among the first invited to Information, Advice, and Guidance sessions and will have the opportunity to accept their place on their chosen course ahead of others. For popular courses, this increases their chances of securing a place. |
| Open Events | 7th October 2025 |
Our Open Event is the perfect opportunity to get a real insight into life at Bury College. Pupils can tour our fantastic facilities, meet our dedicated tutors, and explore their options. Pupils will be able to view our learning environments and speak with our supportive staff, who will be able to discuss the range of courses and options available to them. Explore courses for 16-18 year olds, including: A Levels, Vocational courses, T Levels, and Apprenticeships. |
| 16th October 2025 | ||
| 8th November 2025 | ||
| 26th March 2026 | ||
| A-Level Y11 Introductory Day 2026 | 23rd June 2026 | Pupils who have accepted their A-Level offers will be invited to an Introductory Day over the summer. This gives them the chance to explore their chosen subjects, meet their new tutors, and get to know their classmates before starting in September. |
| Vocational and T-Level Y11 Introductory Day 2026 | 24th June 2026 | Pupils who have accepted their offer for Vocational or T-Level courses will be invited to an Introductory Day over the summer. This provides an opportunity to explore their chosen subjects and meet their new tutors and classmates before starting in September. |
| Y10 Taster Days 2026 | 29th and 30th June 2026 | This event is by invitation only for key Bury schools, giving Year 10 pupils the opportunity to spend a day at Bury College. It supports our key schools by providing a valuable transitional activity and helps meet their Gatsby Benchmark objectives. |
Matrix accreditation
In 2023, we proudly maintained our Matrix Accreditation, recognising the high quality of advice and guidance we provide to our learners.
The Matrix Accreditation, a Department for Education initiative, assures the standard of information, advice, guidance, and personal support delivered to students.
Want to speak to our Student Recruitment team?
Our Student Recruitment team can be contacted at schools@burycollege.ac.uk or on 0161 280 8316, and a member of the team will be happy to support you with your enquiry.
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