Category: Other News
Abbey College Manchester Hosts Inaugural University Fair
In October, Abbey College Manchester has hosted its inaugural University Fair, offering valuable support to students with their university applications and sharing an insight into next steps. Held in the learning centre at the leading independent college, students and staff members were joined by representatives from nine leading universities across the UK including UCLan, Aston…
Living and Studying in Abbey College Manchester
Join College Principal, Chris Randell and two of our current students for an insight into being an International Student here at Abbey College Manchester. This is a recording of a live online event held on 24th November and provides details about the opportunities for the students at the college and what it is like living…
Abbey College Manchester to Expand Sports Courses to Offer Professional Cycling
Students will be told to get on their bikes next year when they enrol on the new Academic Studies with Cycling Training programme, launched in partnership with Manchester Cycling Academy. The innovative course, which will be the first of its kind in the UK and is believed to be the first of its kind in…
Advantages of Attending a Dedicated Sixth Form College
Independent Sixth Form Colleges, such as Abbey College Manchester, are a popular choice for students looking for a more mature, independent learning environment and there are many advantages that this environment offers to students aiming gain entry to a top university. Independent colleges follow the same guidelines and regulations as any independent school and are…
STATEMENT FROM THE PRINCIPAL ON THE DEATH OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II
The entire Abbey College Manchester community is deeply saddened by the passing of Her Majesty the Queen. Our thoughts are with King Charles III, The Queen Consort and the entire Royal Family at this time of sorrow. She lived a life of kindness, compassion and humility, and will always be remembered for her selfless service,…
Guide to A Level Results Day
A-Level Results Day, Thursday 17th August, is almost upon us. Don’t panic! Abbey College Manchester’s Guide to A-Level Results Day is here to help you.
Advice for students preparing for exams
Public exams are just around the corner. For the first time since 2019, students will be faced with the prospect of sitting their GCSE and A Levels and for many this will be overwhelming. In so very many ways, the last two years have been far from normal. We first went into lockdown 2 years…
Abbey College Manchester Bolsters Unique Sixth Form Programme
Following exceptional success since its launch, Abbey College Manchester has expanded its innovative ‘Success in the Sixth Form’ study programme to include additional course content, benefitting Year 12 A-Level students. The unique programme is designed around the 5Rs Framework, with emphasis on developing the all-important habits of routine, rigour, responsibility, resilience and reflection. Invaluable weekly…
Virtual Tour of Abbey College Manchester
Recording of the virtual tour of Abbey College Manchester given by Iain Stewart and Marc Arrowsmith. During the tour they showed viewers around the college facilities including classrooms, boarding and communal areas. They also discussed about learning and living and at Abbey College Manchester including enrichment activities and university preparation. To find out how…
Academic Success on Abbey Manchester’s Unique Programme
Abbey College Manchester is celebrating the success of its unique Combined Studies Programme and a 100% overall pass rate, with one high-performing student, Wesaal, achieving an outstanding 90%. Offering an exciting alternative to A-Levels, the college’s Combined Studies Programme provides a direct pathway to a university degree or a degree with foundation year at selected…
