
Visit from Lancaster University
On Monday 13th June, Year 12 A Level Economics students were treated to a talk on the US-China Trade War from Dr Anthony Priolo, Lecturer
View our full course line-up and see what makes St John Rigby College unique with its market leading Elective Programme.
T levels focus on vocational, work related skills and can help students into skilled employment, university or high level apprenticeships.
View our full course line-up and see what makes St John Rigby College unique with its market leading Elective Programme.
T levels focus on vocational, work related skills and can help students into skilled employment, university or high level apprenticeships.
On Monday 13th June, Year 12 A Level Economics students were treated to a talk on the US-China Trade War from Dr Anthony Priolo, Lecturer
The Science Department welcomed former SJR student Chloe Elliott to support A level Biologists with their course. Chloe was part of the ‘Class of 2015’
St John Rigby College became the first Catholic sixth form college in the country in 1972. It bears the name of Blessed John Rigby who
Each year the ‘Foundation for the History of Totalitarianism’ launch their prestigious essay competition. The Foundation for the History of Totalitarianism is a non-profit organisation
Wigan Council are delighted to be partnering with St John Rigby Sixth Form College to support the employability of students. The council have a commitment
The Catholic Association for Racial Justice (CARJ) work for the support and empowerment of black and minority ethnic Catholics and give them an effective voice
Congratulations to Mollie Hogg, Zak Cosslett & Brad Johnson ‘Team 100 per cent’ for winning the Allied Finance investment competition this year after a fierce
On the 29th March, through the Gifted Student programme, St John Rigby College students travelled to Murray Edwards College, Cambridge, as part of the HE+
Our A level French students had an amazing trip to France last week. The group stayed with host families in Nice to ensure a full
We are delighted to welcome Louise Freeney at St John Rigby College. Louise will be working in partnership with our T level Health staff and
Karate champion and former St Joseph’s High School pupil Grace Baron has organised and run a series of self-defence sessions for female SJR students. The
Congratulations are in order for our European Youth Parliament team, Alice Foulds-Hamilton, Izzy Ware, Isabelle Garbutt, Abigail Lindon and Iliane Viegas on their recent victory
On Thursday 10th March, Year 12 A Level Economics students were treated to a virtual talk from Marina Wanis, Research Assistant at the Bank of
Four SJR students, Callum Charlson, Eve Rosler, Isabelle Whittle and Racheal Adeyemi participated in this year’s Poetry by Heart recitation competition. The performances were all
On the 14th February, as part of the Gifted Student programme, St John Rigby College students attended an excellent OxNet ‘Study Skills Day’ at Pembroke
As part of our 50 year celebrations we asked former students to get in touch and share their stories of success! Oliver Marshall Oliver, former
As part of our 50th year anniversary we are celebrating our former students and honouring our incredible teaching staff. Scott was the former Head of
In light of our 50th Year Anniversary celebrations St John Rigby College are inviting alumni back to college to aspire students. Last week, Protective Services
Lucy Hemsworth Lucy is a former Standish High School student who came to study with us in 2015. After achieving AAC in her A levels,
At SJR we encourage all students to be ‘the best’ that they can be. Our students are challenged and supported to achieve high grades in
A level, BTEC and Future Medic students successfully completed the BLS and AED Award this week as part of their SJR Extra programme. Most workplaces
As part of our 50 year celebrations we asked former students to get in touch and share their stories of success! Byron Austin Byron enrolled
As part of our 50 year celebrations we asked former students to get in touch and share their stories of success! Beth joined St John
A huge congratulations to A level Physics student Jack Yates for achieving an amazing bronze award in the British Physics Olympiad this week. The BPhO
On 11th November thousands of sixth form students took part in the UK Senior Maths Challenge, run by the UK Mathematics Trust. A record number
Wigan students whose education was disrupted by the pandemic are being equipped with the skills to help protect their futures. Over the last 18 months
The cake sale was organised as part of Amnesty International’s ‘Write for Rights’ campaign – which involves sending Christmas cards and letters of support to
Our staff and students have gone all out for Children in Need just recently and is now focusing on helping the needy at Christmas too.
Health and Social Care students had the pleasure of meeting Jose Puello from the University of Manchester this week. Jose conducted a presentation to students
Congratulations to Y12 A level PE student Alicia Johnson, far left, following her recent success in the British Gymnastics championships this weekend. Alicia and her
On Thursday 4 November, two students, Y13 Isabella Morris (left of photo) and Y12 Fraya Walker (who had both been nominated by the College), headed
Our students enjoyed a jam packed Freshers Fun Week at the start this of term. They got the opportunity to try a number of different
A dedicated student celebrating A-level success is breaking the mould by becoming the first person in his family to go to university. Taylor Pomfret, 18,
St John Rigby College students and staff are celebrating their amazing achievements on a unique and historic A level results day. The achievements of the
This week our year 12 students have completed their Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award practice expedition. On day one, they completed a first aid course,
We are so proud of Elisha Foster for her recent success in The Brick Poetry Competition for Schools in Wigan & Leigh. Chris Chandler, Head
Geography students visited the Lancashire coastline this week which allowed them to develop fieldwork skills in preparation for their coursework. The Y12 Geographers studied sediment
On Monday 8th March, Year 12 A Level Economics students were treated to a virtual talk from Brian Sloan, Deputy Agent for the Bank of
Music and Music Technology students at SJR were treated to talks by some high profile names over the past couple of weeks. The first talk
It’s been a busy year for the Mayor of Greater Manchester. In the gloomy depths of current politics, Andy Burnham has served as a beacon
St John Rigby College has taken positive steps in managing the education of its young people during the COVID-19 pandemic – according to Ofsted inspectors
The St John Rigby College ‘class of 2020’ have experienced an A level results day like no other. SJR students, in common with those from
Over the last weeks we have seen many acts of bravery and strength in our community. Alice Molyneux, a Year 13 student at St John
During lockdown, the SJR Performing Arts department have decided it is a brilliant time to virtually bring past, current and future SJR students together. Every
Guest Speaker Visits Future Medics, Dentists and Scientists Luke with the students Students following our Future Medics & Dentists and Future Scientists Elective Programmes attended
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If you’re not quite ready to start on a Level 3 Technical course (T Levels) or a Vocational Level 3 course (BTEC) but want to begin on the path to your chosen career, the Transition Programme could be for you.
Transition Programmes are tailored to prepare students to move onto Technical or Vocational Level 3 study. They will give you the opportunity to improve your English and Maths, your work readiness skills and introduce you to the technical skills and concepts that you will need for future study and employment.
As part of the Transition Programme you will study a BTEC Level 2 Award in your chosen subject area as well as the BTEC Level 2 Extended Award in Work Skills. You will also have the opportunity to resit GCSE English and/or Maths if you have not yet achieved a grade 4.
Entry criteria for Transition Programmes is four grade 3s including grade 3s in English Language and Maths GCSE.