Navigating Your First Day
The first day of College is important for both new and returning learners. It is an opportunity for you to get to know your new classmates, find out about the wide range of support we offer at Cambria, discover more about what your course will involve and also help you to start finding your way around your site.
You will have the opportunity to learn where you can access resources such as books and equipment and also where you can eat and drink. You will also take part in taster activities linked to your subject of choice.
We also hold Freshers Fairs at each site where you can find out about clubs and societies and other enrichment activities. You will also meet your Progress Coach and tutors for the year.
We stagger our start dates so that sites aren’t too busy for you on your first day. Once you have said yes to your place we will email you with details of what day you will need to attend. Your first day will take place at some point during week commencing 1st September.
Yes, even though you may have said yes to your place online, your tutor may ask to see a print out or a screenshot or email of your grades. We do this to make sure you are on the right course level.
If you feel you’ve chosen the wrong course subject area or if you want to change the A Levels you picked, don’t worry, our staff are here to help and support you.
Please speak to your Progress Coach (you will be introduced to your Progress Coach on your first day) or call into Student Services (they are located at the main receptions of each site) and ask to speak to a member of the team about our ‘Swap Don’t Drop’ process.
You can find out more about Swap Don’t Drop here.
Please make every effort to attend your first day so you hit the ground running at Cambria. However, if you absolutely can’t make it, please tell us by emailing welcome@cambria.ac.uk with your full name and date of birth.
You will receive your provisional timetable during your first day.
You will be given your college ID and lanyard during your first day. You must wear this at all times.
- A copy of your grades (either on your phone or printed out)
- A pen and pencil
- A pad of paper or a digital device to take notes
- Bottle of water or something to drink (water refill stations are available on all sites)
- Packed lunch, lunch money, or your debit card
Please ensure you wear suitable clothing that you feel comfortable in.
Getting Started at Cambria
We’re really looking forward to welcoming you to Cambria in September. During your first week at the College, as well as getting to know more about what’s involved in your chosen course, you will be able to find out more about:
As well as information on how to connect to the printers, details on the additional facilities available at the College, student discounts, and everything in between.