Student Life & Support
Help and advice for parents and students, including financial aid, how to get to our campuses, and the support we can offer you to really help you succeed.
If you are a child in care or a care leaver we want you to enjoy college, feel well supported, achieve in your studies and reach you full potential.
College of West Anglia (CWA) has a statutory and moral duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults receiving education at the college.
A young carer and young adult carer is someone aged 25 and under who cares for a friend or family member who, due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction, cannot cope without their support. Older young carers are also known as young adult carers and they may have different support needs to younger carers.
College of West Anglia (CWA) is committed to providing a safe environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We have a zero-tolerance approach to sexual violence, sexual harassment, bullying, discrimination, hate crimes and other incidents of abuse – it is never acceptable. We will take action to tackle this whenever it happens. All reports will be taken seriously, we will listen to you and will talk to you about how we can help and support you.
We want all students to feel safe and well supported during their time at UcWA. Our student welfare team supports students at all campuses with any concerns that maybe worrying or affecting them, including safeguarding concerns, mental health issues and personal problems. No matter what challenges you’re facing, we’re here to support you.
At the college you are treated as an adult and have the freedom to manage your own learning. We also provide a wide range of support depending on your needs. From personal, to learning support and even help with developing your skills. Take a look below for more information.
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Current students
There are three sessions scheduled on the day. Please choose the right session for you based on the course you study:
- Morning session (11am - 1.30pm) - Wisbech students, Public Protective Services, Sports, Health and Social Care, Childcare, Construction, Engineering and Motor Vehicle, Computing and all Access students
- Afternoon session (2pm - 4.30pm) - Art & Design, Graphics, Photography, Fashion, Media, Music, Performing Arts, Hair & Beauty, Business, Sciences, Criminology, Hospitality & Tourism and A-Levels
- Evening session (5pm - 7pm) - open for everyone, including parents / carers
To book your place, please click the time above and follow the on-screen instructions. When booking your place, you will choose which talks you'd like to attend from a variety of different universities.
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Applicants starting in September '24
We're hosting an evening event from 5pm - 7pm for applicants or members of the public who are interested in progressing to University.
We have 16 (!!) universities or providers hosting sessions on a variety of topics during the evening, including Sheffield University, University of Lincoln, Anglia Ruskin Unversity, University of Suffolk and King's Lynn's own university centre, the University Centre West Anglia.
Click the button above and follow the on-screen instruction to book your place. When booking your place, you will choose two talks which you'd like to attend. Don't worry if you'd like to learn more about some of the other sessions - we'll be recording every session and will share with you in the two weeks after the event.
We have two sessions available in the day for adult applicants only (which will be shared with our current students). Please click the "Current section" section above for details on the morning and afternoon sessions.
If you have any queries about the event, please do not hestiate to contact us by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Throughout your course, you may get the opportunity to attend a trip or educational visit.
Below is a guide to how to access the main college learning systems from home. If you have a question not answered here, access the help area in LEARN or contact the digital team in the LRC by phone (01553 815266) or email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
We will release your young person's second 'progress review' of the academic year on the student portal and would love for you to come in to discuss how they're doing.
There may be instances where you require confirmation that you are studying with us at CWA.
We are delighted that your child has chosen to study with us. We will endeavour to ensure that their time is spent well so that they can reach their full potential and their career aspirations.
Our Applicant Experience Days will give you a taste of college life, specifically for the course you’ve applied for.
There's a few things you'll need to consider between accepting your offer and starting your course. This page has everything you need to know!
If you don't achieve a 4 or above in English and / or Maths, you will continue to study the subjects with us at CWA.
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