Welcome to Plumpton College

APPLYING FOR A BURSARY

Bursary applications for 2026/2027 open in May 2026.

Bursaries are Funds given directly to the college by theGovernment, funding directly from the college or the Plumpton College charityto help students who face financial hardship in accessing or continuing withfurther education. Eligible students can apply online and if the bursarycriteria is met, then a bursary can possibly help with the following:

College Bus travel
College Accommodation
Course equipment/ kit
College meals (16-18 yrs)
One Educational trip

If you require any assistance in logging in or accessing theonline application form or unsure of which bursary you qualify for, pleaseemail our Bursary Officer at bursary@plumpton.ac.uk orphone 01273 892102. They will be happy to help.

TRAVELLING TO COLLEGE

Booking open in mid-july 2026.

The best way to travel to college is through our extensive bus network for Plumpton College students students. Tickets can be purchased through Zeelo where you'll find information on timetables, prices, routes and more.

Buses arrive and depart from two locations on campus depending on your bus route - down by the Sports Field (P3) and up by the Animal Management Centre (13).

For drop-off points, please use one of the car parks next to the Sports Field (P2) and Animal Management Centre (P4). Students can also park in these car parks for free.

Wearing your College lanyard
Wearing a college lanyard is compulsory at all times when you are on the college campus.

Your lanyard is used to access certain services such as food in the dining room, loaning out library books, accessing areas of the college and most importantly, wearing a lanyard helps us ensure we can identify those who have a right to be on campus and around our students.

Your lanyard will be issued to you once you have signed your Learners Agreement which your Programme Manager will do with you as part of your induction.

Enrichment

In addition to your studies, we believe passionately in providing you with opportunities for you to get involved in extracurricular activities while you’re at College.

This could be to;

Try something new
Play a sport – keep fit
Join a support group or society
Meet new friends
Volunteer and make a difference

The enrichment schedule will see dedicated timetabled slots on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays filled with a mixture of clubs, societies, activities, workshops, sports, guest speakers and much more.

Being at college will allow you to step into independence and begin making your own choices and decisions, taking charge of your actions to build a bright and successful future. 🌟

Plumpton College is a professional workplace where three things matter most: respect, independence, and dedication.

On your course, aim to be the best version of yourself. Your success here will depend on:

Showing up – attendance matters.
Getting involved – contribute to lessons and practical assignments.
Meeting deadlines – stay on top of your assessments.
Being prepared – have the right equipment for practical lessons.
Staying curious – ask questions and deepen your understanding.
Chasing your dreams – know your goals and work towards them.
Reflecting and growing – continuously build on what you know.
Stand out! Whether you're aiming for higher education, an apprenticeship, or jumping straight into the workforce, be the best candidate you can be.

Outside of your studies – make the most of all the enrichment opportunities to;

Develop different interests
Meet like-minded people
Learn new skills
Build self-confidence
Volunteer to make a difference to others
Keep fit, both mentally and physically

For many students, we are your first experience of college life which can feel really daunting. We hope you are excited about the possibilities that the next couple of years can bring you, and if you’re ready for the challenge, we’re here to support you every step of the way!

We can’t wait to welcome you to College in September to start this exciting new journey together.

Transition and Welcome Events

View the map provided to find the locations of all our key student services, including where to grab lunch, snacks, parking, bus locations, and more.

Remember to make the most out of every second at college!

Student Info