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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…
Successful University Fair Inspires Future Pathways
On October 15th, we college hosted another highly successful University Fair, welcoming representatives from ten of our partner universities. The event provided an excellent opportunity for Year 12 and 13 students to explore their higher education options and engage directly with university recruitment staff. Throughout the afternoon, students discussed course choices, entry requirements, and university…
Outstanding Success at ISA Regional Art Competition
Our talented students have once again demonstrated their incredible creativity and skill, achieving remarkable success in the ISA Regional Art Competition. This year, our Creative Arts department celebrated an amazing five first-place awards and four second-place awards across a range of artistic disciplines — a testament to the dedication and talent of our young artists….
Young Medic Afternoon, Wednesday 14th January, 1.30pm – 4pm
Are you planning a future in a medical career? Join us for an inspiring medicine afternoon at Abbey College Manchester, where we will showcase our exceptional academic pathway to medicine programme for students in Years 12 & 13 and explain why early preparation matters. Listen to talks from our expert Science Department Staff and Medical…
Guide to A‑Level Results Day: What to Expect and what to do if things aren’t as expected.
A-Level Results Day can be both thrilling and nerve‑wracking. This year A level results are released on Thursday 14th August. No matter how you’re feeling, remember: don’t panic, be prepared, and know your options. Before you wake up on results day, take a few practical steps: 1. Stay connected – Fully charge your phone and…
IFP Students Outperform Once More with 70% Average in 2025 Results
Our first set of 2025 results are here, and once again our International Foundation Programme students have excelled! The overall average mark achieved by our students this year was an impressive 70%. This is even better than last year’s excellent performance. Our International Foundation Programme (IFP) is a great alternative to A-Level study that allows…
Art Students Celebrate Prestigious Creative Accolades
Students are jubilant after achieving a raft of national wins across two major digital arts competitions. In the recent ISA Film & Animation 2025 competition, Chin Mika AY was named ‘Winner’ of the Key Stage 3-4 Animation category for her composition ‘Mallow the Odyssey’, and in second place in the Key Stage 5 Animation category…
Mastering the New UCAS Structured Personal Statement: Tips from Abbey College Manchester
Introduction The UCAS personal statement is undergoing a significant transformation. From September 2025, students applying for 2026 university entry will no longer submit a free-form essay but instead respond to three structured questions. This change is designed to offer clarity, reduce stress, and ensure all students—regardless of background—have equal footing in articulating their university ambitions….
