Starting College is an exciting next step, and we want to make sure feel ready and are looking forward to your September start!
This page has everything you need to prepare for life at Cheshire College – from dates and checklists to support services and tips for a smooth transition.
Congratulations on your offer at Cheshire College! There’s still a bit more to do before you are fully enrolled. Now that you’ve been given your offer, you’ll be invited to a Welcome Day event to get a taste of what it will be like here and then an Enrolment Day where we get you fully enrolled onto your course.
You can find everything you need to get ready for when you join us at Cheshire College. We’re here to help support you through your education. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Admissions team!
We know that financial barriers can get in the way of your education, but we are here to support you through it. There is financial help available for students aged 16-18, and for those who are 18 but still under 19 on 31 August 2025, or at the start of the academic year. Support is also offered to students aged 19-23 who are continuing a course they began at 16-18, or who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You can find everything you need to know on our Financial Support page.
At Cheshire College, we are committed to ensuring that education is accessible to our students. We have transport methods that is available for all 16-19 year old students who live over a mile away from their campus. Find out everything you need to know as well as our transport booklet on our Free Transport page.
Now that you’ve been offered a place at Cheshire College, you’ll be invited in for one of our Welcome Days depending on tour course.
A Level Welcome Day
23rd June 2026
Our A Level Welcome Day is held exclusively for A Level offer holders at our Crewe Campus. You’ll take part in sample lessons, meet your tutors and future classmates, explore our facilities and you’ll get a free lunch. Your personalised timeslot will be sent to you by email. Please note that this event is only for A Level applicants as students on all other courses will attend a separate Welcome Day at their chosen campus.
Welcome Day
6th July 2026
Welcome Day is an event for our offer holders, giving you the chance to get to know your chosen course and experience life at Cheshire College before you officially join us. You’ll take part in practical taster activities, meet the staff who will be supporting your learning, connect with other new students and explore the facilities on your campus. A free lunch is included and your individual timeslot will be emailed to you. Please note that A Level applicants attend a separate Welcome Day.
Although you have been given your offer here at Cheshire College, all students need to visit their campus during our enrolment days to secure their place and complete the required checks. School leavers and returning students will receive an email with their allocated timeslot, where they can confirm their place, submit any paperwork and get support from staff if needed. Please attend at your scheduled time to keep the process running smoothly, but if you can’t make it, you can visit during open hours or contact Admissions to rearrange.
This is Campus Conversations – your ultimate guide to navigating the transition from school to College life. From Welcome Day and student support to making friends and surviving your first exams, we cover it all!
Join us for expert advice, student stories and everything you need to make your College experience unforgettable.
You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.
Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.
