Year: 2026
Advantages of a One Year GCSE Course.
Give your child the chance to reset, refocus, and achieve the grades they’re capable of in one structured, supportive year. Many students find themselves off track. This can be due to missed teaching, syllabus mismatches, loss of confidence, or simply being in an environment that isn’t helping them thrive. Our One Year GCSE course is…
Struggling with A Levels? There Is Another Way to Reach University
If A Levels aren’t working out as you hoped, you are not alone. Many students find A Levels overwhelming, stressful or simply not the right fit for how they learn. Others feel unsure about committing to three subjects for two years, or worry that one bad exam could define their future. The good news? A…
From Curiosity to Oxford Offer: Hugo’s Journey to a medicine offer
Year 13 student Hugo talks about his offer to study Medicine at the University of Oxford and how the college supported him in the journey. I think that what stands out about Abbey College Manchester when compared to other schools is the incredible diversity that the college has, not only in culture and nationality, but…
Celebrating Major Milestone with ‘Preparation Pathway for University’ Course
Abbey College Manchester is marking a decade of resounding success of its Combined Studies programme, with its relaunch as Preparation Pathway for University. The programme offers a unique and exciting pathway onto a highly competitive university degree course and a welcome alternative to the traditional two-year linear A-Level, and over the past 10 years, its…
Students Celebrate Global Community at Annual Culture Day
Abbey College Manchester was awash with colour, music and international flavours on Wednesday 11th February as students and staff came together for the college’s annual Culture Day. In the weeks leading up to the celebration, excitement built across the college community. Staff and students suggested significant songs for a joint Culture Day playlist, prepared specialty…
Students Showcase Entrepreneurial Spirit in Creative Charity Challenge
Year 12 and 13 students recently put their entrepreneurial skills to the test by taking part in an innovative charity challenge, raising much-needed funds for a host of charitable organisations. Each tutor group was tasked with developing a business plan to support a charity of their choice, starting with a modest £10 seed loan. The…
