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Game Changer

Wilberforce Student Daisy Ginger signs under 19 contract with Leeds Rhinos..........I spoke to my family. Specifically, my mum and they all encouraged me to go for it and I…

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Promoting Safer Choices at Wilberforce

our students took part in a dynamic harm reduction event, designed to promote informed, healthy choices around substance use. The session was led by community trainer Mariana Suarez from ReNew.........…

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Wilberforce Attends King's Garden Party

This royal recognition is a testament to the college’s unwavering commitment to educational excellence and community impact β€” and serves as motivation to continue raising aspirations and unlocking potential for…

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Chasing the Dream

Mikey’s journey is a powerful example of what it takes to succeed in a competitive field. His dedication, his discipline, and his drive have set him on a path…

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London Marathon for Mum

This Sunday, Lucy Jones, a BTEC Sport, Travel and Tourism, and A-Level Media student, will take on one of the world’s most iconic challenges – the London Marathon. Lucy…

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Exploring Thailand: A Life-Changing Adventure

Thai culture and spirituality. Konrad Orzechowski reflected; β€œWe went to Wat Phra Kew to see the laying Buddha statue, one of the suggested attractions. The entire premises was beautiful as…

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Jay Johnson's Judo Journey

His journey has seen him grow into a skilled competitor, earning recognition and the respect of his peers in the judo community.Β …

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Music Video Screened at Elite Film Festivals

These kids are incredibly gifted, and it was wonderful to showcase their abilities.…

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Young Voices, Big Impact

In December and January, Music Performance and Production students hosted two successful music events at Hull’s renowned Adelphi Club, raising just over Β£1,000 for their chosen charity…

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Restoring Bikes, Saving Lives

The visit to YAA provided an in-depth tour of exactly what the money raised by the students provides the staff and volunteers.…

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Project Search MP Visit

Current interns at Asda, Mount Pleasant welcomed local MP, Karl Turner to discuss their experience of the programme so far…

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Life-saving Skills In Action

Without hesitation Wehad was performing life-saving CPR on her family-friend who was now in a state of medical emergency. This life-saving skill Wehad just so happened to…

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HAVE YOU GOT A CREATIVE SIDE?🫡🏻

Ever thought about A Level Graphics?πŸ€”

From branding and packaging to illustration and advertising, there’s so much to get stuck into. 

With support from our teacher Fran, students bring their ideas to life and even work on live briefs with local businesses. πŸ‘πŸ»

Your creativity could take you further than you think.

#Wilberforce #ALevelGraphics #GraphicDesign #CreativeCareers #SixthFormLife

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LEST WE FORGET

Today, our staff and students came together in the Atrium to honour and remember those who served.

Through moving poetry, music and a two-minute silence, we took time to reflect, remember and give thanks for the sacrifices made.

We will remember them. ❀️

#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget

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WE WILL REMEMBER THEM

Today on Armistice Day we join the nation to pause for a two-minute silence to pay our respects to our Armed Forces community, past and present.

At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month - we will remember them.

"When you go home, tell them of us and say,
For your tomorrow, we gave our today."

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INSIDE THE LAB πŸ₯Ό 

Our Year 2 Medical Science students have been exploring the world of microbiology, getting hands-on with bacterial culturing using agar plates and putting their scientific knowledge into practice. 🧫

Because at Wilberforce, learning science is about more than just what happens in the classroom. πŸ‘€

#WilberforceSixthFormCollege #MedicalScience #Microbiology #ScienceInAction #STEM

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CONSIDERING A LEVEL LAW? πŸ‘©πŸΌβ€βš–οΈ

If you enjoy researching, reading, discussing and debating, A Level Law at Wilberforce College could be for you. 🫡

Explore the English Legal System, Criminal Law, Law Making, Tort Law and Contract Law, while developing valuable skills in research, essay writing and analysis.

Whether you're considering a career in law or planning to go to university, this course can provide a great foundation for your future. πŸŽ“

⭐ Future Student Event
⭐ Saturday 14 November 2026 | 9:00am - 11:30am

Book your place via the link in our bio.

#WilberforceCollege #ALevelLaw #CourseHighlight #FutureStudents #YourFutureStartsHere

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YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE πŸ‘€

Thinking about your next steps after school?

Come along to our Future Student Event and discover what life at Wilberforce College is really like. Explore our campus, meet our subject specialists, talk with current students and find out more about the courses that interest you. πŸŽ“

πŸ“Œ Saturday 14 November 2026
⏰ 9:00am - 11:30am

Whatever subject you may be interested in, we have the pathways for you.

Book your place via the link in our bio. πŸ”—

#WilberforceCollege #FutureStudents #OpenEvent #SixthFormCollege #YourFutureStartsHere

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ZOMBIE MAKEOVER, ANYONE? πŸ§Ÿβ€β™€οΈ

Our Beauty students got into the Halloween spirit during a Halloween Makeup Takeover class, experimenting with face paint, special effects & prosthetics. πŸ˜†

Want to explore your future at Wilberforce?

Join us at our Future Student Event.

πŸ“Œ Saturday 14 November | 9:30am - 11:30am

Book your place via our link in bio. πŸ”—

#WilberforceCollege #BeautyTherapy #HalloweenMakeup #CreativeSkills #FutureStudents

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SCIENCE THAT GETS YOU LOOKING CLOSER πŸ”¬

Curious about the world around you? Fascinated by the human body? Or dreaming of a future in healthcare, medicine or scientific research?

At Wilberforce, turn your curiosity into your future career. Explore Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Science and Environmental Science, and build the knowledge and practical skills to take your next steps. πŸ˜†

Ready to discover where Science could take you? Join us at our Future Student Event.

πŸ“Œ Saturday 14 November 2026
⏰ 9:30am – 11:30am

Book your place via our link in bio. πŸ”—

#WilberforceCollege #Science #FutureStudents #Biology #Chemistry #Physics #AppliedScience

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