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October School Leaver Open Event

Tuesday, October 06, 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Join us for our first open event of the academic year at The Manchester College on Tuesday 6 October

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Music student playing a saxophone on stage during a live performance event at The Manchester College Student Awards

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Health and Social Care student in mock hospital ward at The Manchester College.

13th Aug 2026

Technical education success celebrated at The Manchester College Featured

The Manchester College men's basketball team with the trophy in the locker room after winning the 2026 North West League title

06th Aug 2026

Men's basketball team crowned North West League champions 2026

28th Jul 2026

Level 3 Game Art and Development student reached WorldSkills UK Semi-Finals Employer Success Stories

Student award winner with certificate at The Manchester College Student Awards 2026

18th Jun 2026

Annual awards ceremony celebrates students’ success

14.11.2026

November School Leaver Open Event Event

04.03.2027

March School Leaver Open Event Event

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