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Events at Wilberforce Support services at Wilberforce Sixth Form College are outstanding. We work collaboratively with curriculum staff to ensure that barriers to learning are removed, and that students have the best chance of success.
Outstanding Support We have routes across Hull and the East Riding to ensure students have an easy and accessible route to and from the college, click to find the best route for you.
Travelling to College Wilberforce College is committed to ensuring students receive the best careers guidance whatever their chosen pathway. As well as programmes in place to help students make successful applications for University, Apprenticeships and Employment.
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Colin Peaks, Principal, Wilberforce Sixth Form College
A word from our Principal, Colin
Wilberforce College has been a prominent establishment in the Hull community since 1988. We have grown year on year and currently serve around 1,350 students from East Hull, West Hull and the East Riding villages.
We offer all the specialisms of a sixth form college, delivering exclusively to 16-19 years olds, but have a broad curriculum that includes A Level, T Level, BTEC and City & Guilds qualifications. Our Level 3 Advanced qualifications are particularly successful and we continuously see our students progress to some of the best universities and careers.
The College’s support services are outstanding and complement students’ learning to ensure that they have the best chance of success and their experience with us extends beyond the classroom.
We continue to make significant investment in the College’s facilities, staff and students, ensuring that we remain the first choice for students, both now and in future years.
Colin Peaks
Principal
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SATURDAY STUDENT SHOWCASE ⭐️
Today the whole campus was buzzing with prospective students and their families as they explored what Wilberforce has to offer at our Future Student Event. 🎉
These open events don’t just give you the opportunity to speak to teaching staff about their courses, but also current students about their experiences. ✨
Dylan was on-hand in Engineering to talk about the T Level which he studies, as well as share his passion for robotics as he demonstrated the inner-engineering of a robotic arm. 🦾
Dylan intends to pursue a career within the industry after his T Level as he awaits the outcome of his application for a Robotics Engineer Apprenticeship with BAE Systems! As well as his studies and Upskilling commitments within college hours, in his spare time Dylan works part-time for @dockrobotics as a Project Engineer! ⚙️
Book onto our next Future Student Event via the link in bio 🔗
#OutstandingExperiences #Engineering #OpenEvent
SATURDAY STUDENT SHOWCASE ⭐️
Today the whole campus was buzzing with prospective students and their families as they explored what Wilberforce has to offer at our Future Student Event. 🎉
These open events don’t just give you the opportunity to speak to teaching staff about their courses, but also current students about their experiences. ✨
Dylan was on-hand in Engineering to talk about the T Level which he studies, as well as share his passion for robotics as he demonstrated the inner-engineering of a robotic arm. 🦾
Dylan intends to pursue a career within the industry after his T Level as he awaits the outcome of his application for a Robotics Engineer Apprenticeship with BAE Systems! As well as his studies and Upskilling commitments within college hours, in his spare time Dylan works part-time for @dockrobotics as a Project Engineer! ⚙️
Book onto our next Future Student Event via the link in bio 🔗
#OutstandingExperiences #Engineering #OpenEvent
WILBERFORCE REMEMBERS 🌅
Today students gathered in the Atrium to pay their respects to those that have fallen, served and sacrificed.
A special thanks to Creative Media Production student and Wilberforce Radio host Alfie Mulqueen, who read a heartfelt poem before The Last Post. 🎺
#LestWeForget
WILBERFORCE REMEMBERS 🌅
Today students gathered in the Atrium to pay their respects to those that have fallen, served and sacrificed.
A special thanks to Creative Media Production student and Wilberforce Radio host Alfie Mulqueen, who read a heartfelt poem before The Last Post. 🎺
#LestWeForget
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM 🌅
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM 🌅
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
FUTURE STUDENT EVENT ⭐️
We’re just 1 WEEK away from next Future Student Event on Saturday 16 November. Come along between 9:30am until 12:30pm to explore the whole campus, speak to course teachers and find out more about what Wilberforce has to offer.
BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW 🤩
🎟️ www.wilberforce.ac.uk
#WilberforceForYourFuture #OpenEvent #CollegeLife
FUTURE STUDENT EVENT ⭐️
We’re just 1 WEEK away from next Future Student Event on Saturday 16 November. Come along between 9:30am until 12:30pm to explore the whole campus, speak to course teachers and find out more about what Wilberforce has to offer.
BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW 🤩
🎟️ www.wilberforce.ac.uk
#WilberforceForYourFuture #OpenEvent #CollegeLife
MOVEMBER BEGINS 🥸: Today students came together for a fantastic day supporting @movember and promoting men’s mental health! 🌟
It all started with a reverse movember movement from Employer Engagement Asssitant Paul, who’s commitment to raising awareness by shaving his hair and beard drew lots of attention and encouraged conversations about mental health.🧠
Our football squads also donned tashes to raise awareness during their training session.
We look forward to seeing all the movember efforts at the end of the month and reporting how much the college has raised. Thanks to the many support groups that attended throughout the afternoon. #Movember #mentalhealth #menshealth
MOVEMBER BEGINS 🥸: Today students came together for a fantastic day supporting @movember and promoting men’s mental health! 🌟
It all started with a reverse movember movement from Employer Engagement Asssitant Paul, who’s commitment to raising awareness by shaving his hair and beard drew lots of attention and encouraged conversations about mental health.🧠
Our football squads also donned tashes to raise awareness during their training session.
We look forward to seeing all the movember efforts at the end of the month and reporting how much the college has raised. Thanks to the many support groups that attended throughout the afternoon. #Movember #mentalhealth #menshealth
MIDDLESEX ROAD WORKS 🚧
Due to planned works from 11 November 2024 - 5 May 2025 Middlesex Road will be closed to all traffic in both directions. During this time there will be an update to college bus routes 110 and 82, as well as the service 8 bus.
Follow the link in bio to our bus route page as a current student to find out more about the diversions, and as a prospective student to see example bus routes. 🚍
MIDDLESEX ROAD WORKS 🚧
Due to planned works from 11 November 2024 - 5 May 2025 Middlesex Road will be closed to all traffic in both directions. During this time there will be an update to college bus routes 110 and 82, as well as the service 8 bus.
Follow the link in bio to our bus route page as a current student to find out more about the diversions, and as a prospective student to see example bus routes. 🚍
🕸️ HAPPY HALLOWEEN 🕸️
Ghosts, ghouls, witches, werewolves and curious creatures… we at Wilberforce wish you a fa-BOO-lous and safe Halloween and remember it’s all just a bunch of hocus pocus! 👻🎃
#SpookySeason #Halloween #CostumeCompetiton
🕸️ HAPPY HALLOWEEN 🕸️
Ghosts, ghouls, witches, werewolves and curious creatures… we at Wilberforce wish you a fa-BOO-lous and safe Halloween and remember it’s all just a bunch of hocus pocus! 👻🎃
#SpookySeason #Halloween #CostumeCompetiton
HILTON HIGHLIGHTS 🧳
Last week a group of Travel & Tourism students ventured on part two of their managing accommodation road trip, this time to @doubletreehiltonhull 🤩
The students were greeted by both the General Manager Samantha Dunion and Hotel Manager Andrew Craggs before the group got an insight into the ownership, management structure, leadership, technology and sustainability measures within one of the worlds leading hotel brands.
As well as getting to learn first-hand about the industry from an employer, the group got to enjoy an engaging tour of the facilities, including the rooftop bar. ✨
Find out more about our courses and future careers within Travel & Tourism at our next open event and on our website via the link in bio 🔗
#TravelIndustry #HiltonHotels #WilberforceForYourFuture
HILTON HIGHLIGHTS 🧳
Last week a group of Travel & Tourism students ventured on part two of their managing accommodation road trip, this time to @doubletreehiltonhull 🤩
The students were greeted by both the General Manager Samantha Dunion and Hotel Manager Andrew Craggs before the group got an insight into the ownership, management structure, leadership, technology and sustainability measures within one of the worlds leading hotel brands.
As well as getting to learn first-hand about the industry from an employer, the group got to enjoy an engaging tour of the facilities, including the rooftop bar. ✨
Find out more about our courses and future careers within Travel & Tourism at our next open event and on our website via the link in bio 🔗
#TravelIndustry #HiltonHotels #WilberforceForYourFuture
THE STAGE IS YOURS 🎭
If you’re interested in our @ualawardingbody Performing & Production Arts course in partnership with @napahull then be sure to go the open event in less than a week’s time on Monday 4 November!
Unlike any other course in the area, this course has the unique approach of being centred around practical based learning which allows you to build the skills you will need for the next step in your training journey. ⚙️
You will spend a portion of your week at Wilberforce and the rest working out of NAPA studios in Hull City Centre, so it’s essential that you familiarise yourself with your prospective surroundings. ⭐️
Book your place at the NAPA open event the upcoming open events at Wilberforce via the link in bio 🔗
#PerformingArts #CareerOnStage #WilberforceForYourFuture
THE STAGE IS YOURS 🎭
If you’re interested in our @ualawardingbody Performing & Production Arts course in partnership with @napahull then be sure to go the open event in less than a week’s time on Monday 4 November!
Unlike any other course in the area, this course has the unique approach of being centred around practical based learning which allows you to build the skills you will need for the next step in your training journey. ⚙️
You will spend a portion of your week at Wilberforce and the rest working out of NAPA studios in Hull City Centre, so it’s essential that you familiarise yourself with your prospective surroundings. ⭐️
Book your place at the NAPA open event the upcoming open events at Wilberforce via the link in bio 🔗
#PerformingArts #CareerOnStage #WilberforceForYourFuture
HAUNTED HALF TERM 🎃
Yesterday the college campus took a spooky turn as ghouls, ghosts and curious characters roamed the halls and classrooms instead of our students and staff… 💀
Congratulations to Phoebe who won first prize in the student costume competition, the commitment to the artistry you created was incredible! 🎨
The staff costume competition was awarded via a “cheer-o-metre” with teacher of Creative Media and Art, Joel coming out on top! “No spook, spectre, or haunt will ever be safe again…” 👻
Have a fun and safe break this half term holiday and we look forward to welcoming students back on Monday 4 November. 🎆
#Halloween #HalfTerm #SpookySeason
HAUNTED HALF TERM 🎃
Yesterday the college campus took a spooky turn as ghouls, ghosts and curious characters roamed the halls and classrooms instead of our students and staff… 💀
Congratulations to Phoebe who won first prize in the student costume competition, the commitment to the artistry you created was incredible! 🎨
The staff costume competition was awarded via a “cheer-o-metre” with teacher of Creative Media and Art, Joel coming out on top! “No spook, spectre, or haunt will ever be safe again…” 👻
Have a fun and safe break this half term holiday and we look forward to welcoming students back on Monday 4 November. 🎆
#Halloween #HalfTerm #SpookySeason
SPOOKY EFFECTS 👻
This week our Beauty Therapy students took part in a Halloween-themed special effect makeup masterclass, hosted by former Wilberforce Beauty Therapy student Graceymai Denton and industry specialists. Graceymai has gained a wealth of knowledge at university studying special effect and media makeup artistry. She has most recently worked on mainstream TV programmes such as EastEnders, Hollyoaks and Emmerdale as a makeup artist. 📺
The students had an exciting interactive day which gave them the opportunity to see and practice the latest special effect makeup techniques. 🎨
If you’ve not yet seen our industry-standard salons, make sure to book on to the next Future Student Event on Saturday 16 November via the link in bio 🔗
#MakeupArtist #SpecialEffectMakeup #WilberforceForYourFuture
SPOOKY EFFECTS 👻
This week our Beauty Therapy students took part in a Halloween-themed special effect makeup masterclass, hosted by former Wilberforce Beauty Therapy student Graceymai Denton and industry specialists. Graceymai has gained a wealth of knowledge at university studying special effect and media makeup artistry. She has most recently worked on mainstream TV programmes such as EastEnders, Hollyoaks and Emmerdale as a makeup artist. 📺
The students had an exciting interactive day which gave them the opportunity to see and practice the latest special effect makeup techniques. 🎨
If you’ve not yet seen our industry-standard salons, make sure to book on to the next Future Student Event on Saturday 16 November via the link in bio 🔗
#MakeupArtist #SpecialEffectMakeup #WilberforceForYourFuture
START YOUR JOURNEY ⭐️
We welcome students who are interested in studying at Wilberforce to reach out with an application!
Even if you are not quite sure which exact qualification you need to study, don’t worry. Just be sure to have an area of focus which relates to a career pathway, through researching roles and attending our Future Student Events. We can give you tailored guidance and support at your interview. 🤩
You can apply directly though our website via the link in our bio 🔗
#WilberforceForYourFuture #CollegeLife
START YOUR JOURNEY ⭐️
We welcome students who are interested in studying at Wilberforce to reach out with an application!
Even if you are not quite sure which exact qualification you need to study, don’t worry. Just be sure to have an area of focus which relates to a career pathway, through researching roles and attending our Future Student Events. We can give you tailored guidance and support at your interview. 🤩
You can apply directly though our website via the link in our bio 🔗
#WilberforceForYourFuture #CollegeLife
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Wilberforce Alumni
Sammi Iverson
PAST BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS & GEOGRAPHY STUDENT
Sammi, formerly of Withernsea High School, has gone onto achieve great success pursuing her ambition of a career within the scientific industry. After studying Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Geography with Wilberforce, Sammi continued her educational journey at the University of Hull studying for a degree in Biomedical Science – much to the joy of her former Biology teacher Martin who she is still fondly remembered by! Sammi’s positive outlook and cheery demeanour as a Wilberforce student was equal to her hard work and commitment to her studies, so it is no surprise she committed herself to completing her doctorate in Medical Microbiology at Hull York Medical School. Using this impressive track record of excellence in research, she secured an R&D post at Reckitt, quickly transferring to her current role as a medical writer for Reckitt’s Global Affairs Division, seeing her travel the world using her passion for science communication and expertise to advise and educate consumers and fellow researchers in this global medical giant. Sammi has shone brightly since her days at Wilberforce and we are so proud of her achievements which we were delighted to celebrate during our recent Achievement Awards Evening.
WHY CHOOSE WILBERFORCE?
OUTSTANDING EXPERIENCES | OUTSTANDING PROGRESSION | OUTSTANDING OUTCOMES
We help students secure job offers with major employers and places at prestigious universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Durham, Hull, Leeds and York.
Our spacious university style campus offers fully equipped classrooms with use of the latest technology.
WHO WE WORK WITH
We often hear from employers about their frustrations surrounding skills shortages in their sector. Find out more about who we work with, and how you can be involved…
