Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College

We were delighted to welcome 56 universities to college today for our largest annual HE Fair to date! 🎓

A huge thank you to all of our visitors who took the time to speak with our students about higher education options, from course choices to exploring a wide range of future careers. Students also gained valuable insight into student life, locations, finance, and accommodation.

The event forms part of a wider week of HE-focused activities, including a series of Higher Education talks attended by more than 650 parents.

We were proud to host a fantastic range of exhibitors, including the University of Bath, LIPA, Sheffield Hallam, LMA and Bangor University, alongside 18 Russell Group universities, such as Durham University, the University of Exeter and the University of Warwick.

👏 An inspiring day helping our students take the next step towards their future!

Huge congratulations to Reuben on being selected to represent England in the Under-17 Indoor Cricket team! 🏏

He’ll be heading to Pretoria, South Africa this September for two weeks to compete in the World Series.

We wish him the very best of luck!🍀

It’s been great to welcome all of our students back to college today after the half-term break, including those returning from trips abroad 🌎

Here are a few final snapshots from our Art & Design students’ last day in New York 🗽

Their day began at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), where they explored some of the world’s most celebrated masterpieces, before wandering through the bustling markets en route to Times Square. After soaking up the city’s unique atmosphere one last time, it was time to head to the airport and begin the journey home.

What an incredible few days in the city that never sleeps ✈️✨

Day 2: New York 🇺🇸

Our Art & Design students kicked things off with a trip on the Staten Island Ferry, taking in those iconic NYC views 🚢✨ before heading to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.

Next stop was the Meatpacking District, where they explored the buzzing Chelsea Market. They then wandered over to Little Island before finishing the day with a walk along the High Line, soaking up the city from above 🌇🚶‍♀️

🗽 We’re now on the other side of the Atlantic with our Year 12 Art & Design students in New York! 🇺🇸

Day one was packed with inspiration — taking in incredible views from the Edge observation deck, enjoying a guided tour through Central Park, and exploring world-famous collections at the Met Gallery.

An unforgettable start to what promises to be an amazing trip! ✨

Things were heating up for our students in Iceland yesterday 🇮🇸✨

From relaxing at the Sky Lagoon to exploring the inside of a volcano 🌋and the ice caves at Perlan, before heading into Reykjavík for more adventures — what an unforgettable day!

More adventures in Iceland! 🇮🇸

Yesterday, students hopped on a ferry to Heimaey, an island off Iceland’s south-west coast and home to one of Europe’s largest puffin colonies 🐧. They then visited the Eldheimar Museum to learn about the dramatic 1973 Eldfell volcanic eruption before taking on the hike to the top of the volcano itself 🌋

In slightly cooler climates… ❄️🌋 Our Year 12 Geography students have been making the most of their Iceland trip so far! 🇮🇸

They’ve visited the Hellisheiði Power Station to learn about geothermal energy, ventured through The Lava Tunnel carved from basaltic rock over 5,200 years ago, explored The Geysir Centre, taken in the breathtaking Gullfoss Falls, and visited the incredible Þingvellir National Park.

We can’t wait to see what the rest of the trip brings! ✈️📍