Welcoming your Children

At Wigan & Leigh College we aim to make the transition from School to College as worry-free as possible. We offer the best choice of courses available, in both academic and job-related study. What makes the College special is that we have courses at many different levels, to suit a wide range of abilities. No matter what your son's or daughter's expected exam results are, we aim to have something just right for them.

Here at the College, we believe that students come first and the quality of our student support has been widely recognised. We continually strive to raise the standard of teaching and learning and to improve the experience and achievements of your child.

We welcome feedback from you and are happy to answer any questions and queries that you or your child may have. Please contact the College Liaison Team on 01942 761529, who will be happy to help.

Student Support

The Wigan and Leigh College bursary is open to application from students who were under 19 on 31/08/2011 and are not currently receiving EMA payments. The college bursary scheme has 2 elements, a guaranteed bursary of £1200 per year for students who qualify for element 1. Students who qualify for element 2 of the bursary may receive up to £60 per month.  Please contact Student Services or Reception for further details. Terms  and conditions apply.

Study Support
Study Support offers help to students on all courses and levels to complete assignments successfully. Support can be given on a one-to-one basis, small group or workshop session. Students will get extra help with Maths, English or study skills to help them gain the confidence and skills needed to complete their course. Call 01942 761786 for further information.

Functional Skills
Functional Skills are an important and integral part of the College programme. They are recognised qualifications and are valued by employers. They will help increase your child's confidence and develop his or her overall Maths, English and ICT skills. These additional qualifications can help them get a job and provide UCAS points if they apply to University.

Inclusive Learning
The College welcomes learners with learning difficulties and disabilities. We try to make sure that students are on the right course and will succeed. You may feel that you need some support with your learning when you come to College. If so, arrangements can be made for an interview with our Inclusive Learning Team. Assessment will be treated discreetly and in confidence. After the assessment you may be offered support.

This support will vary depending on the individual. You may get support from an Inclusive Learning Officer, both in and outside the classroom. You may be loaned a laptop computer, a voice-activated recorder, a spellchecker, or a specialised piece of equipment. Access arrangements may be made for examinations and assignments.

The Inclusive Learning Team can be contacted at room 201, Parson's Walk Campus, Wigan.
Alternatively, if you would like to have an informal chat with one of our team call 01942 761887 or 01942 761849
Email: ilt@wigan-leigh.ac.uk

Our services are available across all sites and in the community.

Financial Support

Student Transport

For Travel within the Greater Manchester area:
System One Travel Card

This weekly bus pass costs £14.25 and is available from your local PayPoint shop. The pass allows you to travel throughout Greater Manchester with any local bus company as many times a day as you like, 7 days a week, anytime up until 4am.

New customers must get a membership photocard from any TfGM Travelshop. If you are in full-time education & aged 16 to 26 you can buy this card but must show your college ID to get your System One "Student" photocard. Once you have your membership photocard you can renew at any PayPoint shop.

Scholar’s Concessionary Permit

This permit is for 16-19 year olds (extended to the end of the academic year in which the 19th birthday is reached) who attend an FE course. It can be used within the Greater Manchester area to travel at the current concessionary fare (which at the moment is 50% of the adult fare) on all eligible bus services.

This permit costs £5 and 2 passport photos will need to be provided. Permits can be purchased at college receptions during enrolment and until the end of September, after which they can be purchased at Bus Stations.

For Travel of Arriva Buses

Weekly Saver
http://www.arrivabus.co.uk/multi-journey-saver-tickets-in-north-west/

When purchased through college a 7 day Arriva pass will cost £12.50. This will be more expensive if purchased directly from Arriva. This pass allows travel on any Arriva bus within the designated North West area as many times a day as you like, 7 days a week.    

Please contact college receptions/student services for further information about bus trave on 01942 761 606.  

Help with cost of equipment and uniforms
If your course requires materials, or safety wear (e.g. Art, Catering, Construction, Hair & Beauty or Sports), you may be entitled to assistance towards the costs involved, via the College's Learner Support Fund. Priority is given to students receiving EMA, students from Foyers, students on means-tested benefits, students from low income households and lone parents.

For more information call into Student Services or ring 01942 761807 or 761606.