New £1000 bonus for employers recruiting apprentices Apprenticeships programmes give employees a chance to progress towards a qualification through work, and enable them to gain the skills they need to help them succeed in their chosen industry. Apprenticeships are a fantastic opportunity for both apprentice and employer. As an employer, you can get further help
read moreDiscover your next steps after school with our Autumn Open Day. This year our open events will be available online. Our Open Day will be on Saturday 21 November 2020. Find out more about your options after your GCSEs, take a virtual tour, chat to tutors and see our amazing facilities. Make sure to check
read moreHow to access ProPortal To access your full timetable, you can log in to ProPortal using your college email account. How to log in to your ProPortal account and access your full timetable 1. Activate your college account To get access to your ProPortal account, the first thing you’ll need to do is create a
read moreWe’re enrolling now! We understand that this year has been a difficult time with all the confusion surrounding young people’s GCSE achievements. We believe it is extremely important that all school leavers are able to progress to their chosen College course with certainty and without delay. Let us know your best GCSE grades – whether they
read moreLearner Support Fund 2020/21 The College has financial support available to help students with the costs of coming to College. If your household income is less than £35,500 you could be eligible to access this funding. The following guidelines are to help you complete the Learner Support Fund application How to apply? You can complete
read moreAwarding Bodies will be releasing results between 27 July and 20 August. The College will share results with students via email as they are made available by the awarding bodies. Key dates for exam results are listed below. Thursday 13 August – All Level 3 results (BTEC, UAL, CACHE) Thursday 20 August – GCSE results, and
read moreIt’s now time to get excited about joining us at Barnfield College, this year we’re providing you with the opportunity to enrol online or on campus. GCSE Results Day – 20 August After collecting your results on Thursday 20 August, you’ll be able to enrol online or on campus. If you’ve applied to study with
read moreOur campuses are now open again, with select students busy finishing off their qualifications. We’re excited to see you in September and can’t wait to show you around. Staff have been working to ensure our students can safely access our facilities. If you’ve applied and received your offer of a place then you’ll hear more
read moreIt’s time to take control of your future. A place at Barnfield College can unlock outstanding future opportunities, be it a place at university, an apprenticeship or the most exciting first jobs in your chosen sector. We believe students who come to us with the right attitude, a desire to learn and dedication to
read moreWhilst students are studying at home, our GAP website has been developed into an excellent hub of resources for current and future Barnfield College students and apprentices. The site now hosts a collection of online resources on topics ranging from wellness, to study tips, to employability information. There is also a great selection of leisure
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Visit our Virtual Open Day on Thursday 21 May from 3pm to 6pm, What to expect Our Virtual Open Day is the perfect opportunity to find out everything about your course, college life and joining us in September. Explore our campuses Take a virtual tour of our state of the art campuses, explore our buildings
read moreYou may be aware that the Government and Ofqual are currently in consultation with awarding bodies on how best to award grades to students due to complete their qualifications this summer. This consultation is due to finish on 8 May, with guidance for Colleges to follow soon after. The College will follow the guidance set
read moreIt is important to remember that while working remotely you will continue to develop the skills you need to progress to your next step. So here’s our guide to help you get the most out of your remote learning.
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read moreFollowing Government guidance around college/school closures and exam postponements, it is understandable for students to have questions about their next academic steps. The College remains committed to supporting students to progress to their desired destination. As the Department for Education and awarding bodies work towards a solution, we will be keeping a close eye on
read moreLatest advice as of 24 March Following the latest Government guidance, please be advised that Barnfield College is now closed. We are continuing to follow guidance set out by Government and we will keep you up to date with any further developments. If you are a key worker and parent/carer of a current student, or
read moreWith the on-going developments regarding Coronavirus, please be advised that all Course Introduction Meetings at both Barnfield College campuses are being postponed. We will be in touch as and when updates are made available so we can arrange for you to visit us. If you have a Course Introduction Meeting booked for Wednesday 25 March,
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On Monday, Level 2 catering students at Barnfield College enjoyed a fantastic masterclass from Andy Ditchfield, the official pastry chef of the house of commons. Students were given the lowdown on life within the catering industry, and received fantastic insight into the life of a professional dessert chef. Andy, who was a Barnfield College student
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Last week Barnfield College hosted the Family Roadshow organised by historical society, Hatters Heritage, who are bringing together Luton Town FC fans through vintage artwork and merchandise. The event was attended by more than 75 Lutonians, keen to share their iconic orange memorabilia. Craig Billington, a member of the work experience team at Barnfield College
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Our AAT courses could put you on the right path for a rich and rewarding career. AAT is a globally recognised qualification that puts you in the best position to progress onto a career in accountancy, bookkeeping or business. According to the 2019 AAT Salary Survey, students now start their career with an impressive average
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Barnfield College Students got an exclusive insight into the travel and aviation sector by visitors from TUI and Luton Airport. Bappi Ali and Kirsty Stonnell from TUI Group presented an informative and proactive workshop to students on how they approach and deliver their apprenticeship schemes. Bappi, from TUI’s Careers department, said: “We wanted to show
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Level 2 Beauty Therapy student Isabella has been offered a part-time job at Champneys Spa in Henlow following a successful work placement. Isabella, who started studying at Barnfield College last September, is the first Level 2 student to secure a job offer with Champneys. Beauty Therapy tutor Rebecca explains: “This is a real achievement for
read moreYou might have heard about a Course Introduction Meeting as part of the application process to Barnfield College; simply take this is a chance for you to come and find out all about life at college and hear directly from our tutors. Update: With the on-going developments regarding Coronavirus, please be advised that all Course
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Congratulations to Harrison Jones, a former Barnfield College student who has been accepted for a position at CAA (Creative Arts Agency). CAA is a talent agency that has represented a whole host of well-known music artists, including the likes of Ariana Grande and Jason Derulo. Describing his time at Barnfield college as a “vital step”
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What actually happens at an open event? You’ll be greeted at the door by our welcoming team who will give you a goody bag filled with everything you need for the event. To help you get around, you’ll get a room list and some flyers to make sure you don’t miss out. Then you’re free
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Why study an HND? An HND is the academic equivalent to the second year of a Bachelors degree. It takes two years of full-time study to complete and is designed to equip you with the skills relevant to your chosen career. HNDs are focused on ‘learning by doing’ to gain and develop hands-on skills ready
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