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May 2025

Exeter College Update

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 Hello from the Exeter College Advice Team

We hope that you and your teams enjoyed the Easter break and that you have a successful end to this academic year. This is the final newsletter for the 2024-25 academic year. We would like to wish your students the best of luck in their final GCSE exams, and we would also like to thank you for your ongoing partnership and support this academic year with events in school and at Exeter College. We will be sending out a service evaluation feedback form to those we work with to help improve our offer.

 Update on Interviews and Enrolment

We are still accepting applications for starts in September 2025. Our next Interview date is 8 May and the final interview event will take place on 25 June. Any students applying after this date will be invited to late interviews in early September. All applying students must attend an interview to be given a conditional offer of study and will then be invited to enrol so that they can take up their offer. Late interviews happen after enrolment, therefore, could limit the selection of courses available.

Enrolment takes place 22 August-1 September

Students will be sent a letter and email with the details of their enrolment appointment at the start of August, as well as a text. It is essential that students attend their enrolment appointment in person so that they can accept their offer of study and find out about the start of term. For more information on enrolment, please watch the video linked below.

Watch enrolment video
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College Enrolment

22 August-1 September

Queen Street sites, Exeter

If any students are abroad for the duration of our enrolment period, they will need to inform our admissions team. Please ask students to contact the team once they have received their invitation to enrolment so that we can try to make alternative arrangements. Enrolment invites are sent out at the beginning of August.

 Financial Support from the Travel and Bursary Schemes

Travel Pass Scheme

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As you may already be aware, all full-time learners who live more than 3 miles from College are eligible for the Exeter College Travel Pass Scheme. The scheme provides subsidised travel passes for buses and/or trains, regardless of household income. We can provide further support with the cost of travel for households with an income of below £50k per year, and for any learners with a household income of £30k or below, their travel to College will be free of charge. For detailed information on the varied levels of financial support that are available, please click on the link below. 

More on Travel

Bursary

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In addition to the Travel Scheme, we offer a student Bursary Scheme to help ensure that financial constraints don’t present a barrier to accessing an outstanding education. The bursary is currently available to students whose household income is below £30k per year, and can help with the cost of travel, free meals, academy fees, essential books, and specialist clothing amongst other things. Bursary applications are now open. For the most up to date information, please click the below link. 

More on Bursary

Please note, travel and bursary information is based on the 2024/2025 academic year so is subject to change for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Upcoming Events

Final Open Event has passed

The last open event of the academic year took place on Wednesday 23 April. We hope that any Year 10s or 11s that needed some further support were able to attend to aid their decision making. If your students still have questions, please ask them to contact us on cat@exe-coll.ac.uk or 01392 400600. We work through the summer holidays so are always on hand.

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Calling performing arts enthusiasts 8-10 May

Our talented students will be performing at the Barnfield Theatre in Exeter this week. This week's performances are the last in a series of student shows that have been staged at the Barnfield this May. Godspell is the last of these - an updated version of a classic musical. Please encourage your students to come along, whether they are hoping to progress to a performing arts or related course, or just looking for a break away from revision! 

Read more and book tickets

Curriculum update event for school staff

This year's event will take place on Friday 20 June 2025 at the Digital and Data Centre, Hele Road site, 9.30am - 2pm. The day is an opportunity to familiarise (or re-familiarise!) yourself with Exeter College, receive updates from key College staff that will be useful for you and your learners, and meet with careers contacts from other schools. Lunch will be provided in the @34 restaurant. Please email cat@exe-coll.ac.uk by Friday 16 May if you would like to attend. If you have already expressed your interest in attending the event, there is no need to contact us again. If there is any general information that you would like us to cover, please let us know in advance. There will also be opportunities to ask questions on the day.

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Summer Masterclasses: A Level Insights

The Faculty of Humanities, Languages and Social Sciences invites Year 10 and 11 students to attend two 50-minute masterclasses in A Level and IB subjects. Delivered by our expert staff, these sessions offer insights into the curriculum, opportunities, and progression routes, helping students make informed post-16 choices. These twilight sessions are designed for students to attend independently. Please help us share this opportunity by forwarding the details to students and parents/guardians.

When and where?
Tuesday 1 July 2025, 4.30–6.30pm
Hele Road site, Exeter College

A Level subjects on offer

Classics │ English Language │ French │ German │ Philosophy │ Sociology │ Spanish │ International Baccalaureate

Register interest here
Download registration poster

Outdoor Adventure Open Sessions

Students in Years 10 and 11 are invited to an outdoor activities event at Haven Banks. Activities will include climbing, abseiling, kayaking, and stand-up paddle-boarding (SUP). Attendance is by invitation only further to registration using the below linked form. Date and duration to be confirmed.

Register interest here
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Apprenticeship Update

Want to find out more about Apprenticeships? Here’s how Exeter College can help!

Apprenticeship Vacancies

We have a wide range of live apprenticeship vacancies across multiple industries – regularly updated and ready for applications. These can be a great starting point to share with students who are ready to explore career options. 

View vacancies

1-1 Advisor Appointments

If your students need tailored support, they can book a 1:1 session with one of our Training Recruitment Advisors to explore their goals, get help with applications, and plan their next steps.

Book on here

Download Jobseeker Pack

We’ve created a helpful job-seeking pack full of advice, templates, and practical tools, including CVs, interviews, and job search tips - ideal to share with students preparing to apply for apprenticeships.

Download the pack

Apprenticeship Events for the Diary

Job Shop 28 May

Our Job Shop is a fantastic opportunity for your students to meet our team, discover the latest vacancies, and get hands-on support with applications.

Register here

Schools Day 5 June

Join us for Schools Day on Wednesday 5 June, a day event to learn all you need to know about apprenticeships and for us to support you with student progression to an apprenticeship. An invite with an agenda will be sent via email.

Sign up

Visit the Apprenticeship Hub

We’re here to support you and your students in person. Pop into the Apprenticeship Hub or get in touch with any queries.

Apprenticeship Hub, 37 Queen Street (next to Co-op), Exeter EX4 3SR
 Opening Hours: Mon–Thu: 8.30 am – 4.30 pm | Fri: 8.30 am – 4.00 pm
 Contact: 01392 400800 | apprentices@exe-coll.ac.uk

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As teachers and careers advisors, you shape the ambitions of young people across Greater Exeter. 'Building Greater Exeter' connects students with the growing opportunities in construction, ranging from trades to design, engineering, and project management.

By partnering with schools, employers, and local organisations we provide resources, events, and support to help students explore and pursue careers in this sector. From workplace visits and industry talks to work experience, we offer practical tools to bring these pathways to life. Please get in touch if you would like us to support your school.

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Learn more here

School support next academic year

The Exeter College Advice Team is trained in providing information, advice, and guidance to ensure that your students get the support they need when making their post-16 choices. We are committed to raising aspirations and supporting all students to take the steps they need to achieve their goals. We offer an extensive range of activities in person and virtually, both in schools and at College, including one to one advice and guidance, careers fairs, parents’ evenings, options evenings, mock interviews, and work preparation days. We would be pleased to book in any dates for the next academic year if you have them available now. Please get in touch by emailing cat@exe-coll.ac.uk to discuss how we can help.

College Advice Team 01392 400600 or email CAT @exe-coll.ac.uk, with an photo of the College Advisers
 
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