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/