New Student Day
NEW STUDENT DAY 2026
- Spend a whole day in college with other applicants when your GCSEs are over
- Choose up to 3 different subject taster sessions
- Find out more about our support services, extra-curricular activities, student clubs and societies
- Sample a range of food and drink options on offer in Costa and our cafes around the building
- Enjoy musical entertainment
- Gain fantastic insight into what it will be like to be a student at Blackpool Sixth
BOOKING
Invitations have been sent out via email to applicants.
You can book directly by logging in to your application on Applicaa.

KEY DETAILS
| Welcome & Session 1 | 9.30am - 10.35am |
| Session 2 | 10.45am - 11.45am |
| Lunch Festival | 11.45am - 12.45am |
| Session 3 | 12.45am - 13.45pm |
| Session 4 Course Discussion (for students who haven't attended one previously) Sports Team Tasters (for students interested in joining our sports teams) | 13.50pm - 14.50pm |
REFRESHMENTS
Cafe Six and Costa will be open for refreshments, these outlets take card payments only.
Vending machines are available for snacks and drinks, card payments only.
There are water fountains around the college, please bring a refillable bottle.
EQUIPMENT
If you are taking a performing arts or sports session, please wear/bring appropriate clothing and footwear.
BUS TIMETABLES
Blackpool Transport - Students can either download the Blackpool Transport app and buy their ticket online or pay on the bus. www.blackpooltransport.com
Archway - Students will need to purchase their tickets in advance via the ticket portal as there will not be the facility on board to take cash or card. https://archwaytravel.co.uk/