APPLICANT TASTER DAYS

Welcome to your first step into life at Carmel College!

Our Taster Days are designed to give you a genuine sense of what it’s like to be a student here, with exciting lessons, friendly staff, and the opportunity to explore our vibrant campus.

Whether you’re trying out subjects, meeting future classmates, or finding out about our enrichment activities, this is your opportunity to imagine your future at one of the top sixth form colleges in the country.

Who are the Taster Days intended for?

Taster Days are designed specifically for students who have applied to Carmel College.
They’re a great opportunity to confirm subject choices or explore different options before enrolling.
Personalised timetables will be emailed to applicants who have confirmed their place, a few days before the event, so keep an eye on your inbox
Quiet spaces – The library, Reading and reflection garden and Chaplaincy are our designated quiet spaces throughout the day. Why not drop into these spaces and chat to our ambassadors and staff.

Preparing for Your Taster Day at Carmel College

Dress Code: Students are welcome to wear their own clothes – there is no uniform requirement.
What to Bring: We recommend bringing a pen and paper to take notes during sessions. If you’re taking part in any sports activities, please bring appropriate sportswear or kit.
Spending Money: It’s advisable to bring some cash for food, drinks, or public transport, if needed.
Arrival is between 8:30 and 9:20 am. If you’re travelling by car, drop-off and pick-up are available outside the college or at West Park Rugby Club next door.

Travel by Bus!

The college is accessible via the main public bus routes from Knowsley, St Helens, Liverpool, Golborne, and Leigh areas.
We also offer a FREE contracted bus service covering Widnes and Westbrook, Warrington, as well as other paid services around the Warrington area.
For those using our FREE contracted bus services, we have informed the bus drivers that applicants will be traveling to and from Carmel College during our taster day.
You may need to purchase a MyTicket from Merseytravel for the day

TRAVELLING TO CARMEL COLLEGE

Bus Routes and Timetables

Download our Travelling to Carmel College document which provides information about all the bus routes to Carmel College, including college buses and public services.

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Your Taster Day Schedule

Make the most of your day at Carmel with a full timetable of lessons, activities, and opportunities to explore college life

8:30–9:20 – Arrival (Grab a free breakfast snack on arrival!)
9:30–10:30 – Lesson 1
10:35–11:25 – Lesson 2
11:25–11:55 – Morning Break
11:55–12:45 – Lesson 3
12:45–13:40 – Lunch
12:50–13:35 – Enrichment Fair (drop in anytime!)
13:40–14:30 – Lesson 4

Check In and Get Started

When you arrive, please check in at the Student Entrance. Our friendly staff and Student Ambassadors will be on hand to guide you if needed

Carmel’s campus is compact and easy to navigate. During the day, your lessons may take place in one or more of the following buildings:

West Park (Floor Numbers start with 0, 1, and 2)
Notre Dame
Stoker
Anselm
Campion

On arrival, you’ll need to check in at the student’s entrance. See the campus map

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