Stand out from the crowd
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Priestley is all about creating opportunities for its students to enhance their college experience and set them apart from their peers. Here are just some of the ways we do this.
Personal Development Programme
A timetabled session focussed on personal development, helping you develop life and employability skills, financial knowledge as well as your study and social capabilities.
University Connections
As well as bespoke support for students with Oxbridge ambitions, there will be opportunities to visit universities and to speak with representatives from universities as they regularly visit college. Curriculum-focused activities linked to university are also arranged.
Careers Programme
Our Careers Team support your future plans through one-to-one meetings, a careers fair, and a dedicated careers week.
Music and Performance Groups
Showcase your talents at open mic sessions.
Industry Partnerships
Our Employer Board helps us understand the qualities businesses are looking for and potential gaps in the local jobs market. Work placements can often be life-changing.
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Each year around 50 students achieve Gold or Silver awards, developing great new personal skills and making friends for life as they head out on expeditions in the great outdoors.
Maths and Science Olympiads
Our Maths and Science students enter olympiads to test themselves against peers from around the country.
How to Apply
Apply for your place early to avoid disappointment!