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Key Information for 1st year students

Congrats, its official, you're now a Wilberforce student!

We hope you have enjoyed your day and feel equipped with the tools you need, in order to start your subject/courses tomorrow.

Please read over the information on this page to ensure you don't forget anything and get off to the best start possible tomorrow.

  • Friday's Timetable

    Please don’t assume you are not in tomorrow if you have not checked your timetable after 4pm.

    If you have core lessons timetabled for Friday, please attend and go directly to your lesson and room number. If you need help with locations, please ask at reception.

    Important - Please note: GCSE English / Maths, Functional Skills and tutorial session will not be running tomorrow, these will start next week.

    If there is an issue with your timetable please go to the Student Information Station located at the back of the Atrium.

  • Punctuality

    Your lessons start at the time stated on your timetable. Sessions start promptly, so please ensure you are there before the start time. 

    You will have gaps on your timetable and days where you may not be in, these are your 'study periods' and will be populated with allocated time in resource areasplease keep checking your timetable. 

    You are a full-time student 8.45am – 4pm, 5 days a week. We know that many students like to earn their own money and that paid jobs give students the opportunity to develop skills and independence. However, you should be mindful of the amount of working hours you do, to ensure it doesn’t cause a negative impact on your studies, your studies should be your main focus.

  • Student Lanyard

    Student ID Lanyards must be visable on the college site at all times. If there is an issue with your ID, then please speak to Reception or the IT Help Desk (located in the LRC).

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Student Apparel and Sport Kits

The site is now live!

Browse and order branded Wilberforce x APX Performance Clothing, relevant to your course, Sports Academy team (KR Rugby Academy will gain kit direct with Hull KR) or general casual wear such as hoodies, joggers and tops. All orders will be delivered for you to the college. Please see the link to order, select the drop down for your course area and initials, teachers will speak to you about specific kit needs.

Rugby Academy Trials/Training commences this evening (5.9.24) at Craven Park, all other Sports Academies commence next Wednesday (11.9.24), see the relevant Teams channel for more information.

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Not sure on bus routes?

The W1 service is no longer disrupted.

Always get to your designated stop a minimum of 5 minutes before scheduled and get to know which side of Saltshouse Road your return journey is on, as well as the timings. Below you can find out any updates to the bus services.

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Feeling anxious or overwhelmed?

It's okay, you're not on your own.

Speak to any member of staff about how you’re feeling or head to Student Services located on the upper Atrium Mezzanine to speak to one of the team there (Jo Brownlee, Helen Robinson, Steph Foston or Craig Elliot) we have a dedicated team on call, who are there to support and guide you.

If you are specifically wanting a solitary space to study, or focus on your mindfulness, then the Calm Room is available to book via our Mental Health Lead and Student Support Officer Helen Robinson (hmr@wilberforce.ac.uk).

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FAQs

Your questions answered!

Find out about other services and processes you may need as a Wilberforce student.

What happens if you’re absent? Do you need career advice? Need to update your contact details? Answer your questions below.

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SLT talk from Induction

Take another look at the Welcome Talk from today.

Familiarise yourself with student expectations, information and messages.

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