News: Whalley Range Sixth Form

All of the latest news from Whalley Range Sixth Form College.

Restaurant (08/04/2024)

We are delighted to welcome our new catering partner, Innovate. Innovate are part of the Impact Food Group (IFG) and will be working with our existing catering staff to provide an exceptional catering experience.

Range Review (24/03/2024)

Welcome to the Spring 2024 edition of our community newsletter. It includes celebrations of the incredible opportunities available to our students during the last term.

World Book Day 2024: Promoting a Love of Reading for Students (08/03/2024)

As part of the school's focus on promoting reading for pleasure, we relish the opportunity to celebrate World Book Day. This involves staff dressing up as their favourite characters to promote discussions around reading for pleasure and lots of competitions in which students can take part.

Deloitte Visit (17/11/2023)

Through our amazing link to Deloitte with our Sixth Form, eight of our Year 9 students were provided with the opportunity to visit Deloitte’s London office.

Media Students Uncover the Magic of Harry Potter (31/10/2023)

On 28th September 2023, a group of enthusiastic media based students departed on an unforgettable journey to the magical world of Harry Potter in London.

Cost of Living and Health Advice (27/09/2023)

Learn more about the NHS Healthy Start Scheme, Winterwise program, and other cost of living advice.

Whalley Range Sixth Form: Apply for 2024 (25/09/2023)

Applications to Whalley Range Sixth Form College for September 2024 are now open.

Welcome to Sixth Form Parent/Carer Evening (September 2023) (13/09/2023)

On Wednesday 13th September 2023, we held our 'Welcome to Sixth Form Parent/Carer Evening'. It was wonderful to meet so many of our Parents’/Carers’. We look forward to working in partnership over the coming years to ensure their daughters’ #RiseWithUs!

Sixth Form Results 2023 (17/08/2023)

Congratulations to the class of 2023 for everything that they have achieved in their A Level and BTEC qualification results.

Free Bus Travel for Young People (Our Pass & Igo Card) (19/07/2023)

Our Pass and the igo card offer young people free bus travel on local bus services across Greater Manchester, making it easier to access education, work, training, culture and leisure opportunities in the city/region.

NSPCC Online Safety Workshop for Parents (08/06/2023)

On Wednesday 21st June 2023 from 6-7pm, the NSPCC will be running a 'Keeping Children Safe Online' workshop for parents and carers via Zoom.

NatWest MoneySense ‘Wellbeing Toolkit’ for Parents (02/06/2023)

Dr Radha Modgil, NHS GP, broadcaster, author, and mental wellbeing expert, has teamed up with bestselling authors, mental health champions and educational experts, to offer you insight and support on money and wellbeing.

Envision Racing Team and the ‘Race Against Climate Change’ (09/05/2023)

It’s not every day that you’ll find a Formula E racing car sitting outside the main entrance of our school! Just as we approached the Easter break, we were lucky enough to secure a visit from Envision Racing, a Formula E team that is dedicated to accelerating the transition to e-mobility and rene...

Support Students with Career Activities (25/04/2023)

Generations of students have passed through the doors of Whalley Range 11-18 High School. We are keen to keep in touch with students and hear of the exciting pathways you have travelled following studying at the school.

Keeping Your Home Free from Damp and Mould (20/03/2023)

The attached booklet from Manchester City Council, sets out helpful information and guidance about keeping homes free from damp and mould.

Whalley Range Celebrate World Book Day 2023 (28/02/2023)

There were activities and competitions aplenty during World Book Day 2023, with both staff and students getting fully involved.

Media Students at Britain’s Got Talent (13/02/2023)

Our Year 12 A Level Media Studies students had an exciting visit to see the filming of the Britain’s Got Talent auditions.

Insights into English and Related Subjects (06/02/2023)

A number of our Year 12 students visited The University of Manchester, as part of a taster day to explore university life and future pathways.

TikTok Now (12/12/2022)

TikTok have launched a feature within their app called ‘TikTok Now’, in which users are randomly asked to capture and share a 10 second video ‘now’.

Silver DofE Expedition (18/10/2022)

Our Year 13 students braved the weather to complete their final Duke of Edinburgh expedition in Edale, a small village in the Peak District.

Manchester Cost of Living Advice Line (11/10/2022)

If you are struggling with the increases in food and energy bills and are struggling financially, help is now available via a free service for Manchester residents.

Media Students go to Hogwarts (30/09/2022)

As a part of their course, A-Level Media Studies students and Year 11 Creative iMedia students were given the opportunity to attend Warner Bros. Studios in London.

Results 2022 (17/08/2022)

Class of 2022 – well done and congratulations on your fantastic results. We are so proud of you.

EduLink One (06/05/2022)

EduLink One is the most convenient way to receive up to date information about your child’s homework, timetable, progress reports, attendance, conduct and much more, direct to your phone or PC.

WRHS – Proposed Road Improvements to Reduce Accidents (29/03/2022)

Manchester City Council are proposing to make some changes to the road junctions near our school in order to reduce the number of accidents and, in particular, to make the roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.

Remembering Mr Butt (06/12/2021)

Following the announcement of his passing, the thoughts and prayers of our whole school community are with the family of Mr Butt, our much valued teacher, colleague and friend.

Post-16 Pathways (25/11/2021)

Advanced Level? Advanced Vocational? Apprenticeship? T-Level? Whalley Range 11-18 High School students have a number of exciting options when it comes to studying after Year 11. Let’s take a look at them in more detail!

WRSF Virtual Careers Fair 2021 (10/02/2021)

As part of the Sixth Form's commitment to enhance and enrich our curriculum, students were given the opportunity to take part in our 'Whalley Range Sixth Form College Virtual Careers Fair'.

Year 11 to 12 Transition (28/09/2020)

At Whalley Range Sixth Form we recognise the importance of a robust transition programme and acknowledge the importance of having access to resources that can help bridge the gap between Year 11 and Year 12.

Sixth Form Prospectus (28/09/2020)

Our Sixth Form prospectus gives a detailed insight into the courses, facilities, philosophies, and general life experiences of our college.