5 February 2021

Telecommunications giant TalkTalk donates laptops to students in need

5th February 2021 Salford-based connectivity provider TalkTalk have donated 30 Chromebooks to students in need of technological support at Salford City College Group.  Due to the ongoing pandemic, schools and colleges have been forced to move to remote digital learning.… Read more

3 December 2020

Students get the chance to talk to Manchester United Legends

3rd December 2020 Last month, students from Pendleton Sixth Form College and Eccles Sixth Form College got the chance to take part in a virtual Q&A session with Manchester United football legends, Dennis Irwin and Andrew Cole. Throughout the session,… Read more

2 December 2020

Premier League Charitable Fund Awards recognise Students success

2nd December 2020 Last week the Premier League celebrated the incredible impact of football clubs in their local communities as the Premier League Charitable Fund (PLCF) marks its 10-year anniversary. As part of the anniversary celebrations, the PLCF has recognised… Read more

1 December 2020

Staff help local community to stay warm this winter

1st December 2020 Over the last few weeks, staff across the Salford City College Group have been donating to the Soup ‘N’ Smiles project. The Soup ‘N’ Smiles project is one of the many services that the Myriad Foundation provide to… Read more

11 November 2020

Remembrance Day 2020

11 November 2020 Today, we will remember. On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month; we will hold a 2 minute silence. This year staff and students at Eccles Sixth Form College held a remote remembrance… Read more

7 September 2020

ADULT COURSE FEATURE: Life Sciences at Eccles Sixth Form College

07 September 2020 Life sciences courses have been designed to offer a strong sector-related emphasis on practical skills development. Students will study at Eccles Sixth Form College, which has recently undertaken significant development via millions of pounds of investment to… Read more

3 September 2020

ADULT COURSE FEATURE: Sport & Leisure at Eccles Sixth Form College

03 September 2020 These courses have a strong emphasis on practical skills development. Students will study at Eccles Sixth Form College, which has recently undertaken significant development via millions of pounds of investment to ensure that our facilities are state-of-the-art.… Read more

6 August 2020

Bringing a Summer Prom to your home this Results Day

06 August 2020 Global star James Bay is set to headline a special one-off nationwide Summer Prom on 12th August. This exclusive event will unite thousands of young people across the UK ahead of A-Level results day, after an unprecedented… Read more

29 May 2020

COURSE FEATURE: Animal Management at The University Centre

29 May 2020 The BTEC Higher National Certificate in Animal Management is aimed at students with a background in Animal, Equine or Biological Sciences. It has been designed to develop the knowledge and skills required to succeed in this highly… Read more

28 May 2020

Our top ten tips for working from home

28 May 2020 Whilst we continue to adjust to working from home, we came up with some tips to help you make the most of your time. Set up a study space Create a dedicated study space with good natural… Read more

18 March 2020

Skills for Life & Employment students enjoy annual Basketball tournament

18 March 2020 Last week, students from The Skills for Life & Employment Department participated in the annual Basketball tournament. The tournament, held every year, is hosted by Sports England at the National Basketball Performance Centre in Belle Vue. Skills… Read more

12 March 2020

Eccles Sixth Form College students get colourful at charity run

12 March 2020 On Tuesday, over 100 students at Eccles Sixth Form College participated in the college’s first ever ‘Colour Run’ event. The event was planned, organised and delivered by a Level 3 Sport class, supported by the Sport and… Read more

10 March 2020

Eccles Sixth Form College students signed to Salford Red Devils

Two students on the Salford Red Devils Development academy have been signed as professional players by Salford Red Devils. Luis Roberts and Connor Aspey both take part in the bespoke training academy programme at Eccles Sixth Form College. Whilst at… Read more

17 February 2020

Uniformed Public Services students from Eccles Sixth Form College get a taste of army life

17 February 2020 Last week a group of Uniformed Public Services students from Eccles Sixth Form College attended Swynnerton Army Training Camp and experienced life as a member of the British Army.   Braving the snow and awful weather conditions,… Read more

13 February 2020

Students from Eccles Sixth Form College visit Parliament

13 February 2020 At the end of January, students from the Eccles Sixth Form College’s Level 3 Public Services students visited parliament. The students took part in a range of activities that spanned the whole day, which meant a very… Read more

12 February 2020

A well-fought draw for Eccles Sixth Form College football team

12 February 2020 Manchester College were the visitors to Eccles in an important game following last week’s late loss in the National Cup. This tie always provides a good game, with both sides holding victories over the other. Manchester eliminated… Read more