Reaching your Potential
Student Services
At Nelson and Colne College Sixth Form YOU are the most important person! From the moment you join the College to the day you get your qualifications, you will find help, advice and guidance on a range of issues at our Student Services Department.
We offer impartial information, advice and guidance on a full range of services, including:
- Moving on to university or into work
- Preparing for interviews
- Financial help – including grants and benefits
- Transport arrangements
- Personal counselling
- Health and wellbeing
Confidential appointments with specialist advisers are also available and can be arranged by telephone or in person.
Nelson and Colne College’s Student Services team is accredited to the Matrix Standard, which is the national quality standard for any organisation that delivers information, advice and/or guidance on learning and work. Accreditation by Matrix confirms Nelson and Colne College as an outstanding organisation, dedicated to providing essential advice and expert guidance to its students and the local community.
Reaching your Potential
Financial Support
A good education is your best investment! Don’t be put off my recent press coverage regarding EMA – there is plenty of financial support for those who need it. Click here to learn more about the financial assistance we can offer you.
Travel
Prior to starting at College, all applicants receive a free, personalised travel plan! Click here to learn more about the travel options available to you if you join the College.
Student Safety, Health and Emotional Wellbeing 
We are committed to the safety, health and wellbeing of both students and staff. Click here to learn more about how we promote a healthy lifestyle and look after your wellbeing, including our full-time nurse and chaplaincy service.
Careers Advice and University Application
We have extensive support systems in place to help you successfully apply to university, or start along your career path. Click here to learn more.
Learning Support
If you require additional learning support in order to prevent barriers to your studies, please call Student Services on 01282 440 209.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Learning is important - but sometimes, something fun can really add to your university application, or make your CV stand out when applying for jobs. Click here to learn more about our range of extra curricular programmes.
Case Study
Ben Rowan
Mechanical Engineering at Loughborough University
Ben joined Nelson and Colne College Sixth Form after completing his GCSEs at SS John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Humanities College, choosing to undertake of A Levels Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Psychology.
He said, “I chose to undertake A Levels at Nelson and Colne College because of the high pass rates and the great Science and Maths departments. There was also a wide range of subjects available.”
After gaining outstanding results in his A Levels, including 3 As, a B and a C, he has progressed to Loughborough University to read Mechanical Engineering.
When asked what he would say to other young people who are thinking of about their next step after school he said, “I have really enjoyed my time at Nelson and Colne College and am pleased with my results – the teaching here is second to none!”
