Dearne Valley College
WELCOME TO
DEARNE VALLEY COLLEGETake a look around our campus and explore our state-of-the-art facilities.
Learn about the support available to you during your time with us.
Your first few weeks at college
Week 1: Welcome – 2nd-4th September
Getting to know your College
This week we will be giving tours, providing demos on the tools that we use at College, and staff will be giving information talks at the start of lessons.
Take a look below to see what’s happening each day, please speak to your tutor if you are interested in taking part in a workshop or listening to a talk.
Wednesday 2nd – Friday 4th September
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:15-9:45 | Welcome talk from the Director of Campus Tutor time |
| 10:00-12:00 | Tutor time Lanyard workshop FREDIE workshop Navigate workshop |
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch |
| 13:00-14:00 | Social activities |
| 14:00-16:00 | Curriculum induction and activities Positive relationship workshop Power Skills Workshop Safeguarding workshop |
| 16:00-16:30 | Tutor groups |
Week 2: September Sign Up – 7th-11th September
September Sign Up
Learners can sign up to a club or activity with sign up fairs at each campus and during each lunchtime in reception areas.
Monday 7th September
Morning: Driving Theory club taster session.
Afternoon: Balloon chair team building challenge (1:15pm-2:30pm).
Tuesday 8th September
Morning: Cooking club taster session.
Afternoon: Football club taster session.
Wednesday 9th September
Morning: Art club taster session.
Thursday 10th September
Stalls will be set up in the Canteen from 9.30am until 3pm where you can take a look at the clubs and activities available to Dearne Valley College students.
Stalls will include; Esports Academy, Momentous Football Academy, DVC Sports, Student Union, Manvers Lake, wellbeing mentors, the Army, plus lots more. Rufus our therapy dog will also be visiting!
Friday 11th September
Speak to staff about what clubs are on offer to Dearne Valley College students.
Week 3: Let us know what you think – 14th-18th September
Let us know what you think
Let us know what you think week will include surveys and discussions with learners about how it’s going.
Parents information evenings will also happen this week at each campus.
Week 4: Swap Don’t Drop – 21st-25th September
Swap Don’t Drop
We want to make sure that you are happy with the course that you’re on.
Did you know that if you aren’t completely happy, you can swap to a different course? We can support you in finding the right course for you.
Week 5: Careers Week – 28th September – 2nd October
Focus on careers and skills
There will be speakers and workshops happening thoughout the week, the schedule is to be confirmed. Please speak to your tutor if you are interested in taking part in a workshop or listening to a talk.
Week 6: Wellbeing Week – 5th-9th October
Wellbeing Week
We have a wellbeing focus this week which will include a range of activities.
Week 7: Higher Education Week – 12th-6th October
A focus on Higher Education
This week we focus on Higher Education and what’s available for our learners, it will include sessions and workshops, see the schedule below. Please speak to your tutor if you are interested in taking part in a workshop or listening to a talk.
Week 8: Celebrations – 19th-23rd October
Celebrating your time with us so far
This week we will celebrate the end of the first half term, this will include rewards for attendance and general awards for our learners, more information to follow.
Enrichment
Our enrichment activities provide you with the opportunity to try new things, develop new skills, and meet new people.
See what activities are available by speaking with the Personal Development team or scanning the QR codes found on the enrichment board in reception.
Your College ID badge gives you…
Access to College facilities and your classes, the ability to borrow library books, print documents, pay for food and drinks, and you can earn kudos points to win £100 each term!
Wear your ID badge everyday for College.
Become a Student Ambassador
Join the Student Ambassador Team and inspire the next generation of students.
This is a paid, casual role that fits around your studies. You’ll help at a variety of events and share your experiences with prospective students.
Student Union
The Student Union is the official voice of Dearne Valley College, we’re here to make sure your opinions, ideas, and concerns shape the way things work.
Whether you’re looking for support, representation, events, or ways to get involved, we’ve got you covered!
Swap Don’t Drop
If you’re having second thoughts about your course, don’t worry, you don’t have to drop out.
Through the Swap Don’t Drop campaign, Dearne Valley College offers support and guidance to help you switch to a course that’s a better fit, so you can stay on track and achieve your goals.
Contact Us
Please don’t hesitate to contact us should you require further information, call us on 01709 513355, email us at learn@dearne-coll.ac.uk or use our chat box.
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