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Late Enrolment is open

Enrolment is now on for courses starting this term. Places are limited so if you are 16-18 or an adult looking to take your next step, drop in during our opening hours for course advice and to secure your place as soon as possible.

Late enrolment opening dates and times

Monday 25 September – Wednesday 4 October 2023

16-18, Adult Vocational enrolment (for Lewisham Way and Deptford)

Day Date First Appointment Last Appointment
Monday 25/09/2023 10am 1pm
Tuesday 26/09/2023 10am 1pm
Wednesday 27/09/2023 10am 1pm
Thursday 28/09/2023 10am 1pm
Friday 29/09/2023 10am 1pm
Saturday 30/09/2023 Closed 
Sunday 1/10/2023 Closed 
Monday 2/10/2023 10am 1pm
Tuesday 3/10/2023 10am 1pm
Wednesday 4/10/2023 10am 1pm

Elective Home Education (under 16)

Day Date First Appointment Last Appointment
Monday 25/09/2023 10am 1pm
Tuesday 26/09/2023 10am 1pm
Wednesday 27/09/2023 10am 1pm
Thursday 28/09/2023 10am 1pm

Evening English and Maths Adult Enrolment

Day Date First Appointment Last Appointment
Tuesday 26/09/2023 4:30pm 6pm

Evening ESOL Adult Enrolment

Day Date First Appointment Last Appointment
Thursday 28/09/2023 4:30pm 6pm

Youth Entry to Further Education

Day Date First Appointment Last Appointment
Friday 29/09/2023 10am 11am

ESOL Adult Enrolment

Day Date First Appointment Last Appointment
Friday 29/09/2023 10am 11am

English and Maths Adult Enrolment

Day Date First Appointment Last Appointment
Friday 29/09/2023 10am 2pm

Places are limited and subject to availability and meeting eligibility requirements so if you have received a conditional offer we would encourage you to attend the enrolment session that you have been invited to as soon as possible to secure your place. Our Information, Advice and Guidance team will be able to talk through your options with you before you enrol. If you’re not sure what to study or need any information in the meantime, browse our Courses or speak to us using our chat box.

What is enrolment?

Enrolment will confirm your place on a course, the level of course you should take, any fees you might be asked to pay and start date for your course, along with any other information you need to know. This is also where you will receive your learner agreement and Student ID card.So that we can complete your enrolment promptly, please remember to bring:

  • A copy of your enrolment invitation either on your phone or printed
  • A pen
  • A bottle of water or any refreshment you might need, if required
  • Payment method to pay for any fees due
  • All documentation requested to complete your enrolment. Please visit our Enrolment Checklist page for general information on what documentation to bring.

You might also be asked to bring:

  • NARIC conversions if your qualifications were not obtained in the UK
  • DBS or employer information if you are over 18 and applying for a course where this would be required, such as Healthcare, Teaching or Childcare
  • Any statement of Educational Needs or Education Health and Care Plan if applicable to you.

Please visit our ESOL Enrolment page for information on how to enrol onto an ESOL course. Enrichment and Student Union image Learning Centre image New Students image Care-experienced students image Information for parents and carers image 16-18 support image Special Educational Needs (SEN) image Your wellbeing image Careers and Employability image The College has strict limits on capacity in the building so please do not bring children or other family members with you, unless you are 16-18-year old and bringing a parent/carer with you or an adult who needs support to complete your enrolment. If you need to bring children we would ask you to bring another adult with you so they can wait with them in an alternative area whilst you complete your enrolment.There is no parking on Campus but you can park in the surrounding streets (charges may be payable). If you are using Public Transport, please check the TFL website to ensure you follow their guidance whilst travelling to and from the College.Enrolment FAQs

  • Can I apply after my GCSE results?

    You can make an application on the day or after you have received your results. Visit our Course Explorer page and select the course you wish to apply for.
  • What will happen at Enrolment?

    This will depend on your chosen course and whether you’ve already applied or completed pre-enrolment. However, you could be asked to:

    • Complete an application form or enrolment form
    • Interview with an academic tutor to check through your academic evidence and confirm the course you would like to enrol on
    • Processing by our Admissions team, including taking your photo for your College ID card.

    You may also have:

    • English and maths assessments, if you are not able to provide evidence of your English and maths GCSE grades. These assessments are not exams, they’re just to check your current level to ensure we enrol you on the right course
    • Discussion with our Additional Learning Support team if required
    • Fee assessment if required.

    Our Guidance & Progression team, Apprenticeships team and Childcare Bursary advisors will also be available to give you support and advice.

  • What are the Enrolment opening hours?

    Please see the tables above for our Enrolment opening hours.
  • How long will it take to enrol?

    This will depend on if you have applied already or completed an online pre-enrolment or English and maths assessment. If not, you should expect to be with us for around two hours if you do not take taking an English or maths assessment. If you are taking an English or maths assessment, these will take an additional hour each.We will do all we can to make things run as smoothly and quickly as possible but please be patient it’s important we cover everything properly at enrolment in order to avoid issues later on.
  • When do courses begin?

    Your start date will depend on what you course you enrol on. However, all of our courses begin week commencing 7 September. You will be given your start date, along with your course timetable, at enrolment.
  • What are the term dates?

    All term dates can be found on our Term Dates page.
  • How can I contact the College?

    Please visit our Contact Us page to find out our email address and switchboard number. You can also speak with a member of our Live Chat team Monday to Thursday 10am – 4pm and Friday 10am – 1pm.)
  • Where is the College?

    Please visit our Find Us page to access campus maps and addresses.
  • What do I need to bring to Enrolment?

    Please read our Enrolment Checklist for further information.
  • How do I apply for a course?

    You can apply for a course using our Online Application or browsing our courses on the website using our Course Explorer and selecting the application button next to the course you would like to apply for.
  • Can I bring family with me?

    The College has strict limits on capacity in the building so please do not bring children or other family members with you, unless you are 16-18-year old and bringing a parent/carer with you or an adult who needs support to complete your enrolment. If you need to bring children we would ask you to bring another adult with you so they can wait with them in an alternative area whilst you complete your enrolment.
  • Is there parking on campus?

    There is no parking on Campus but you can park in the surrounding streets (charges may be payable). If you are using Public Transport, please check the TFL website to ensure you follow their guidance whilst travelling to and from the College.
All courses are subject to availability, eligibility and accessibility needs. You will not be guaranteed a place on a course until you have fully enrolled and received your Learning Agreement.

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Supplementary Q&A for individuals wishing to know more around how the UK is managing the risk:

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