Welcome Days
Congratulations on your recent offer of a place at Kirklees College. We would like to invite you to attend a welcome day ahead of enrolment.
Our website has plenty of information regarding courses but a Welcome Day is a great way to meet your new teaching team, find out more about your course, take part in some practical activities and of course, find out who your new classmates are!
They are a chance for you to see what studying at Kirklees College is really like and give you a chance to learn more about starting your journey with the KC Community.
What’s covered at our Welcome Days
- An overview of your course and the progression opportunities available
- Introduction to the department and staff
- Information about any equipment/uniform required
- View facilities and have a tour of your area
- Take part in exciting activities related to your chosen area of study
- An opportunity to meet your new classmates
Book onto a Welcome Day today!
Welcome Days Form
Welcome Day Testimonials
Student who attended a Kirklees College Welcome Day
I was nervous coming into college, but everyone was so nice. I met some new friends and really enjoyed the day. I am looking forward to starting in September!


Student who attended a Kirklees College Welcome Day
The welcome day was a good way of making friends with my soon to be classmates and I got the chance to learn more about the course.
Student who attended a Kirklees College Welcome Day
It was a very welcoming environment and gave people a chance to get to know each other and the place they will study at.

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Pioneer Higher Skills Centre, Halifax Road, Dewsbury, WF13 1BD
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Frequently Asked Questions about our Welcome Days
Welcome days take place between 23 June and 5 July, you will receive an invite. It will be emailed and posted out after 9 May.
You can complete the booking form on the welcome day page of the website or you can email Sturec@kirkleescollege.ac.uk
If you email, please make sure you include your student ID, date of birth and course you have applied for.
Some of our welcome days will ask you to wear specific clothing, all details will be sent out with your invite.
The college refectory will be closed when you come for your welcome day, so depending and the time and duration of your welcome day, we would suggest bringing a packed lunch. There are vending machines available for drinks and snacks.
There will be an introduction to the department and staff, you will have a tour of your area and will find out further information about your course and the progression opportunities, as well as an idea of your timetable.
You will be provided with information on any costs which may be incurred, during your course.
There will be a practical activity for you to take part in, it is also a fantastic opportunity to meet your new classmates.