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Rochdale Sixth Form College (RSFC) is one of the best sixth form colleges in the country for student progress, students who come to us consistently perform exceptionally well. Indeed, in recognition of the fantastic achievements of our students and staff RSFC was named Sixth Form College of the Year 2021 in the recent Times Educational Supplement Awards.
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Film & Media students enjoyed a two-day trip to London, with a genre workshop at Pinewood Studios, a West End showing of Back to the Future, a film location tour, and a visit to The Cinema Museum. A truly inspiring experience! Visit our website for the full article. pic.twitter.com/usqOO6KOQx
@RochdaleSFC - June 25
Our students attended the University of Liverpool STEM Experience Day, taking part in uni-level lectures and practicals in Physics, Engineering, Maths, Computer Science and Chemistry. They used real undergraduate lab equipment and toured the campus. pic.twitter.com/hT4HoodzUc
@RochdaleSFC - June 24
Students from Caldershaw Primary, Bamford Academy & St Margaret’s Primary School attended our Primary School Science & Creative Arts Day! They explored a range of activities including combustion reactions, Skittles chromatography, screen printing, and graphic design. pic.twitter.com/sAVcjLLNlE
@RochdaleSFC - June 23
Come along to our annual Art Exhibition on Monday 23 June, from 4pm–6pm on the first floor north. It’s a great chance to see the fantastic work of our talented students. pic.twitter.com/TKM6tMmx2w
@RochdaleSFC - June 22
Forty students from Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology & Computer Science spent the day at Lancaster University exploring a range of STEM subjects. From hands-on experiments to engaging lectures, they got a real taste of student life and what the future could hold! pic.twitter.com/JfXD0KYO3e
@RochdaleSFC - June 21
Come along to our annual Art Exhibition on Monday 23 June, from 4pm–6pm on the first floor north. It’s a great chance to see the fantastic work of our talented students. pic.twitter.com/APyhZvKWG7
@RochdaleSFC - June 16
Art and Photography students recently visited Liverpool to explore the vibrant 2025 Biennial. Surrounded by contemporary artworks and innovative installations, they found fresh inspiration and new perspectives, while experiencing the city’s rich cultural atmosphere. pic.twitter.com/dGvLbWD90i
@RochdaleSFC - June 15
Our students had a great time at the Psychology taster day at UCLan! They explored the power of research methods, learned how easily memory can be influenced, and even got hands-on with UCLan’s cutting-edge EVOFIT system, used by the Met Police in real investigations. pic.twitter.com/OJPwbN6YgL
@RochdaleSFC - June 14
Our Geography students recently visited Hebden Bridge, exploring key geographical sites and putting their classroom knowledge into practice in a real-world setting. pic.twitter.com/0f1QmkrUiC
@RochdaleSFC - June 13
We were delighted to welcome Louise Lyons, an experienced line producer, who gave an inspiring talk to our Film & Media students. From working with Danny Boyle to sharing honest advice on experience, networking and career progression, her insight into the industry was invaluable. pic.twitter.com/uhdeht5w1E
@RochdaleSFC - June 12
This morning we hosted our Employer Partners Business Breakfast, welcoming local businesses to explore collaboration. The event focused on building strong partnerships between education and industry to help students gain real-world skills and experiences. pic.twitter.com/1UmB9H1pMr
@RochdaleSFC - June 11
This month, our Learning Support Team are sharing their top book recommendations for you to enjoy! Discover adventures in nature, explore city life, and dive into stories of friendship and self-discovery with our top six book picks. pic.twitter.com/UgqnI957AC
@RochdaleSFC - June 9
Throwback to when our incredible students and staff smashed the Great Manchester 10km run! A brilliant achievement in support of the Rochdale Mayor’s charities – we’re so proud of you all! pic.twitter.com/e3UQ3icDUS
@RochdaleSFC - June 8
Former Whitworth Community High School student Alice completed A levels in Law, Music, and Sociology. Alice is currently studying Music at The Royal Northern College of Music. Well done! pic.twitter.com/DTWEBjftyF
@RochdaleSFC - June 7
We would like to wish our staff, students, alumni, and followers a very Happy Eid Mubarak! pic.twitter.com/q5biVuTFM0
@RochdaleSFC - June 6
Yesterday, A level Photography students explored Rochdale town centre, capturing reflections and signs of life through street and narrative photography. They experimented with techniques to tell visual stories and showcase the town’s unique character. pic.twitter.com/Dz633dbb6x
@RochdaleSFC - June 6
As part of the Social Development Programme, year 12 students hosted a successful bakesale at Number One Riverside, raising an impressive £136 for the Rochdale Mayor’s Charity Appeal and its brilliant local causes. A fantastic achievement! pic.twitter.com/RQ5g4xA7eG
@RochdaleSFC - June 5