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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:
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.
STEM presentation and workshops
A 1 hour classroom based session. Learn about the opportunities that studying Science subjects could lead to in the future. Studying Science and Maths will prepare you for a job that will put you in the driving seat, giving you skills and knowledge to improve the world around us, and even the future of the planet.
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 (for those applying to start in September 2027, our priority application deadline is Monday 30th November 2026).
Careers events
We can provide support at a wide range of careers events, including Year 9 options events and evenings, careers fairs, and other activities designed to help students explore their future pathways.
Parents evenings
We can provide support at Parents' Evenings and Options Evenings, providing pupils with advice and guidance on the opportunities available at Bury College.
Pupil's applications can be tracked through the school’s portal. Log in details are personal to each user; if you do not have a log in set up, or you are struggling to access the system, our Admissions Team can support you with this. Please contact them on 0161 280 8200 or via email at admissions@burycollege.ac.uk.
Yes, pupils can apply for more than one course; many of our A Level students also apply for a Vocational course.
Pupils can select multiple courses when submitting their application on our website. They just need to head to our Apply Now page.
It’s always good for students to have options!
We encourage prospective students and their families to visit us at one of our Open Events, which provide an opportunity to explore the College, meet staff and students, and find out more about life at the College. Please see below for our upcoming Open Event dates.
While we do not routinely offer individual tours, in exceptional circumstances we may be able to arrange a one-to-one visit.
If you are supporting a student with additional needs, we would be happy to put you in touch with the relevant team to discuss how we can best support their visit.
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. If we are unable to attend your school personally, we will send resources to support your event.
Yes! By contacting our team at schools@burycollege.ac.uk, 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:
- Saturday 3rd October 2026, 10.30am - 1.30pm*
- Thursday 15th October 2026, 5.00 - 7.15pm*
- Tuesday 24th November 2026, 5.00 - 7.15pm*
- Thursday 18th March 2027, 5.00 - 7.15pm*
*There will be a quiet session for the first 15 minutes of each event.
Full details, including how to book, 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 | 20th August 2026 | Enrolment begins on GCSE Results Day. |
| Applications Open for 2027 Entry | Monday 5th October 2026 | Pupils can apply to join Bury College for September 2027 from the 5th October 2026. |
| Application Priority Deadline | Monday 30th November 2026 | 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 | Saturday 3rd October 2026 |
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. |
| Thursday 15th October 2026 | ||
| Tuesday 24th October 2026 | ||
| Thursday 18th March 2027 | ||
| A Level Y11 Introductory Day 2027 | Tuesday 22nd June 2027 | 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 2027 | Wednesday 23rd June 2027 | 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 2027 | Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th June 2027 | This event is by invitation only for 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. |
| GCSE Results Day and Enrolment 2027 begins | Thursday 19th August 2027 | If you would like Bury College to attend your school to support students on GCSE Results Day, please let us know. |
Matrix accreditation
In 2026, 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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