School Engagement

Working closely with schools across Warrington, Cheshire, Wigan, St Helens, Halton and Greater Manchester.

Warrington & Vale Royal College is committed to supporting pupils to make informed decisions about a future that is right for them. By providing quality information, advice and guidance throughout Key Stage 3, 4 and beyond, we aim to ensure that pupils have the opportunity to learn about all post-16 options and future career possibilities, whilst assisting schools to meet their Gatsby Benchmarks, and comply with Provider Access Legislation.

New Student Welcome Day School Engagement Team pose in the Crescent cafe

Secondary & Further Education Partnership Programme

All local secondary schools are automatically enrolled onto our Secondary & Further Education Partnership Programme, benefitting from a diverse package of activities, flexible to suit the priorities of their curriculum and interests of pupils.

In the below document, you will find key information for school staff regarding our admissions process, students support and the many different ways your school can engage with the college.

View our Secondary & Further Education Partnership Programme

OUTREACH Newsletter

Keep up-to-date on college news, student success, events and important dates in our newsletter for school leavers.

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Autumn 2025

Educator Excellence Network

Connect, Collaborate, Inspire.

An initiative that aims to link our expert tutors with secondary school teachers to:

Shape curriculum
Share best practice
Support staff training and CPD
Share knowledge about careers and progression
Share industry insights and employer collaborations.

We will connect you with a dedicated tutor from a relevant department, for example, a Design & Technology Teacher linked with one of our Construction Tutors. Careers Leads and Advisors can also join up with our award-winning Careers Team.

Click here to join the network

Meet the School Engagement Team

Our committed School Engagement Team support a wide range of school events and workshops to support post-16 decision-making, including apprenticeships workshops, mock interviews and application drop-ins. To give pupils a taste of college life we offer Taster Days, College Experience Evenings, Discover Days and Open Evenings.

We also have a dedicated Transition Team who work closely with all schools, in particular special schools, to support new students through the admissions process. Where appropriate, our Transition Team attend Education Health & Care Plan annual reviews and arrange tailored transition activities to support pupils' move to college.

If your school is planning an event, please contact us! schools@wvr.ac.uk | 01925 494 664

Ella Pollard

Marketing Team Leader: 16-18

Take a look at some of our recent events

Taster Days 2025

Dream It Do It workshop at Cardinal Newman Catholic High School

Student working on computer during Dream It Do It

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Want to run your own Dream It, Do It workshop? Get in touch with the School Engagement Team or check out our free resources!

Dream It, Do It Resources

Careers Advisor & Teacher Conference

Curriculum and Vice Principal Andy Williams

Teachers during insightful talks from the colleges SLT

Teachers from over 20 local secondary schools attended this years conference

The general launch of the Dream It Do It campaign

Here's what some of our lovely schools have to say about us!

“The School Engagement Team were amazing as always! The whole planning of the day was very well organised, there was great communication with us throughout the whole process and it was a brilliant day overall. The team are great at their jobs and know exactly what they’re doing!”

- Careers Lead at Cansfield High School

“The day was extremely well-organised and well thought out. All my pupils had a fantastic day and came back from each session excited for the next. It has really opened their eyes that college isn’t as scary as they think and lots of them are already thinking about applying to study with you. A massive thank you to Ellena and the team.”

– Assistant Head Teacher at Great Sankey High School

“Our students had a fantastic day and came back from each session with lots of ideas about their career aspirations. The staff were incredibly attentive, and the day was extremely well organised. Having been to other taster days, this was easily the best.”

– Head of Year at Birchwood Community High School

“We had an excellent day. There was great organisation before and during the event, pupils were engaged, and sessions were delivered perfectly. They gained very useful information at a very critical time.”

– Careers Lead at Golborne High School

Cath Stanley's welcoming approach created an environment ripe for open dialogue and curiosity. Such initiatives are vital in empowering students and provides them with the knowledge and confidence to pursue their academic ambitions.

- Subject Leader at Woolston Brook SEMH School

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