Category: Other News

Festive Concert Strikes a Chord for Charity

12th December 23

On Wednesday 6th December the college hosted its remarkable annual festive concert, this year in aid of the British Red Cross. The event, held at the Unitarian Chapel provided the stage for students and teachers to put on a joyful show for the college community. The evening was a heart-warming event that filled attendees with…

A Complete Guide to A Level Retakes

1st August 23

So, your A-Level results are in – but you didn’t get the grades you’d hoped for. Deciding what to do next can feel a little overwhelming. Do you go through Clearing and choose a different course? Or should you stay on at school or college and retake your A-Levels? The first thing to do is…

International Foundation Programme – Students Achieve Remarkable Exam Results

21st July 23

In recent years, our International Foundation Programme (IFP) has gone from strength to strength, and once again in 2023 our Foundation students are celebrating another outstanding set of examination results. Our International Foundation Programme is a great alternative to A-Level study that allows students to progress on to study at a wide range of top…

Exam Preparation Advise

29th March 23

Public exams are just around the corner. For most of our Y13 students, it will be their first experience of public exams as their GCSEs in 2021 were cancelled due to Covid and the disruption. This will naturally add pressure for some students, but it is important to remember that everyone is in the same…

Art Trip to London

24th February 23

This February a group of Art, Photography and Textiles students took a trip to London. The aim was to introduce students to some of the world famous galleries and museums on offer in the capital, as well as take in other cultural aspects of this famous city. This aim was admirably met as students visited…

A Celebration of Culture at Abbey College Manchester

7th February 23

On Wednesday 1st February, the College was awash with celebration as the college hosted its inaugural Culture Day, initiated by the student council’s diversity sub-committee. Offering an authentic experience, the leading independent college was adorned with decorations to represent as much of the staff and student population as possible, including knick-knacks, handicrafts and other pieces…

Abbey College Manchester Hosts Inaugural University Fair

4th January 23

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

1st December 22

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

11th November 22

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

22nd September 22

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…