Derby College

A reminder to all enrolling students to bring two forms of ID: one form of photographic ID and one document showing proof of current address.

Level 3 graduates of 2026 let us know where they will be going on to next.

Wherever it may be, we wish you all the best for the future and will miss you very much 💙

👕 Uniform Purchase at Enrolment

If your course requires a uniform, you'll be able to purchase it during enrolment.

💬 If you think you may be eligible for financial support, information about bursaries and funding options will be available at enrolment.

✅ Enrolment Starts Thursday!

Make sure you're ready for your enrolment appointment by bringing:
📄 Your GCSE results
🪪 Any required ID and supporting documents
🏠 Residency information and evidence (where applicable)

Remember:
✔️ You must attend your enrolment appointment in person
✔️ You must be available for Induction Week from Tuesday 1 September
✔️ Attendance at enrolment and induction is essential to secure your place

We're looking forward to welcoming you to DCG community! 🎓

We're wishing all students receiving their results this Thursday, including our own, the very best of luck!

If you're an offer holder with us, follow the instructions on your enrolment appointment invitation once you have your results.

Not made an application with us yet? We're here to help with open enrolment sessions beginning from Wednesday 26 August.

Find out everything you need to know here 👇
https://www.derby-college.ac.uk/open-enrolment-2026/

Before You Attend Your Enrolment Appointment...

Please make sure you have everything you need with you, as you won't be able to complete your enrolment without it.

✅ Two contact numbers and an email address for your parent/carer or emergency contact
✅ Proof of all examination results (results slips or certificates)
✅ Two forms of ID: • One photographic ID • One showing your current address
Examples of accepted ID include:
Passport
Full UK Birth Certificate
Driving Licence
Bank Card
Bank Statement
National Insurance Letter/Card
Utility Bill

Please check your enrolment invitation carefully and make sure you bring all required documents with you.

We look forward to welcoming you to college this September! 🎓

📢 Enrolment is the next step for students due to start with us this September 📢

Students who have been offered a place will have received details of their allocated enrolment appointment.

During their appointment, students will complete their enrolment, receive support from staff, become familiar with the college environment and collect their student ID badge ready for the start of term.

Please ensure appointment details have been checked carefully and that all requested documentation is brought along on the day.

We look forward to welcoming students to college and helping them prepare for a successful start in September.

We can’t get enough of the lovely messages to teachers 💙

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🎓 T Levels are turning ambition into opportunity at Derby College Group

From hospital laboratories to engineering workshops, gaming studios to boardrooms, DCG students are proving that T Levels are one of the most powerful routes into real careers, with this year's results translating into degree apprenticeships, university places and jobs with the very employers who hosted their industry placements.

This year, a record 152 students completed their T Levels, up from 85 last year, studying across eight subject areas.

✨ T Level Highlights:
✅ 152 students completed their T Levels
✅ 25% achieved a Distinction, equivalent to three A grades at A Level
✅ 80% achieved a Merit or above
✅ Six of the eight subject areas achieved a 100% pass rate

Some standout achievements included:
🔧 Engineering - 90% of students achieved a Distinction
💻 Digital - 57% of students achieved a Distinction
📚 Education & Early Years - 60% of students achieved a Distinction

These fantastic results reflect not only the dedication of our students and staff, but also the strength of the employer partnerships that sit at the heart of every T Level programme.

💬 Matt Ridgill, Vice Principal, Academic Education, said:

"This year's results are a real step forward for T Levels at Derby College Group, and for the students who put their trust in this qualification.

"To see 152 students complete their courses, and six of our eight subjects achieve a 100% pass rate, shows just how far T Levels have come and how well our students, staff and employer partners have risen to the challenge.

"T Levels matter because they give young people something a classroom alone cannot: real experience of the workplace, alongside rigorous technical study.

"That combination is exactly what employers are looking for, and exactly what our students need to move confidently into their next step, whether that is higher education, an apprenticeship or straight into a career.

"I could not be prouder of what our students and staff have achieved this year."

🌟 Student Success Stories:

Rhys Allen achieved a Distinction in T Level Engineering and has secured a degree apprenticeship in mechanical engineering with Taudevin, the company where he completed his placement.

"I've been working there since I finished my placement and am really pleased to be taken on as a degree apprentice."

Emilia Wuss is heading to Staffordshire University to study Games Development and Design after completing her T Level in Digital Production, Design and Development.

Emilia completed her industry placement at Vaillant, where she worked with the product design team and even delivered a presentation to the company's CEO.

Frankie Palmer achieved a Distinction in T Level Business and Management and has secured a degree apprenticeship with Bowmer & Kirkland, after impressing during her placement.

Maria Kearney achieved a Distinction in T Level Science and now works as a laboratory technician for Syensqo, building on experience gained during her T Level placement in Derby.

Mysha Fatima, Lakshika Aarya and Nuha Rashid developed a strong friendship through their T Level Science studies and placement at Royal Derby Hospital. All three are now progressing into the next stage of their careers and higher education journeys.

Whether progressing to university, a higher or degree apprenticeship, or directly into employment, our T Level students are leaving DCG with the skills, experience and confidence needed to succeed.

Congratulations to every student receiving their results this year. We're incredibly proud of everything you have achieved and wish you every success for the future💙

Big smiles, warm embraces, cherished moments with friends, tears of joy and all round good vibes!

These are some of our favourite moments from Results Day 💙