If you have achieved high GCSE grades and aspire to apply for Oxford, Cambridge, Medical or Veterinary College, Russell Group universities or institutions renowned for specialisms within particular areas including international universities such as Stanford, you will be given individual mentoring, guidance and support.

The High Achievers Programme has been designed by staff who are Oxbridge graduates, and incorporates their knowledge and experience of university admissions processes and tests; providing support in preparation for university interviews.

The College is the regional hub for the University of Cambridge’s prestigious programme for high achieving students. The programme gives students access to enrichment masterclasses delivered by Cambridge academics. Students also benefit from the opportunity to stay overnight at Cambridge and receive personalised support for their university application.

Boost your abilities, stand out from the crowd and get ready for university study with an EPQ. Focusing on a topic of your choice, you’ll commit one hour per week to an independent research project. Working with a supervisor, you’ll learn valuable research skills whilst expanding your subject knowledge. UCAS recognises EPQs as worth half of an A Level. Show universities your full potential by taking an EPQ.

Every year you will have the opportunity to engage in international enrichment programmes, visiting exciting locations such as Washington, D.C., Gambia, Poland and Munich. By taking part you will discover the cultures of overseas communities whilst developing a rich global perspective. Universities and employers highly value these experience and the skills you will develop.

Fancy a challenge? Want to develop your leadership and teamwork skills? We also run Bronze, Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award.

Our extensive sports enrichment offers plenty of activities for you to get involved with from archery, horse-riding, ice skating, rock climbing, rugby, skiing, table tennis and tennis to name a few.

You will have access to an array of clubs and societies as well as various sports enrichment activities at your fingertips. These will help you to develop your teamwork, self-confidence and creative skills all whilst having fun and making new friendships.

Showcase your musical talents by performing in College productions throughout the year, or take up a spot on our second-floor balcony during a lunch break and entertain the College.

Want to represent your fellow students’ views and get your voice heard? Stand for election as a Course Representative or as Student Governor.

Every year we hold elections for these positions. As a Student Governor, you will represent students’ views and act as a link between them and our Governing Body. As a Course Representative you will receive sought-after leadership training, listen to the views of other students on your course and feedback their comments and questions to staff during subject meetings and at Student Parliament.

As elected representatives of the student body, Student Governors play a key role in shaping the direction of the college. Each year a first year Student Governor is elected to represent the student body at the highest level.  Student Governors are full members of the college’s Local Governing Body and ensure student views are heard at the highest levels of decision-making.

The Student Officer Team is a group of appointed students who are linked to key areas of college life. Chosen through an application and discussion process each Autumn, Officers receive training and meet regularly throughout the year. They support student-led initiatives, contribute fresh ideas, and work alongside staff and the Student Governors to strengthen the student experience.