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Enrolment for learners starting September 2024: From Tuesday 27th August 2024 we will begin welcoming learners to college to go through the enrolment process.

You’ll find out more about college, your course and the huge range of support services we have put in place to help you succeed.

You should have received details by email of when you need to come into college, as well as a pre-enrolment checklist to complete before you come in to help us to speed up the process.

Open Days & Events

As part of our commitment to providing excellent advice and guidance to prospective and current students, we hold a number of events throughout the year that will help you learn more about the college

Here's why you should attend one of our open events...

Here’s why you should attend one of our open events…

  • Meet your future tutors
  • Look around our facilities
  • Learn how we can assist you in reaching your dream career
  • Receive advice and guidance from our trained staff team

NEXT OPEN EVENING: THURSDAY 17TH OCTOBER 2024

Our next Open Evening is in October 2024 — come along and discover your options, meet your future tutors and see our facilities first-hand.

The evening is a chance to learn about full-time and part-time courses, T Levels, the relaunch of our Apprenticeship Academy for 2024—25, and Higher Education.

No need to book – just turn up to find out what Lakes College can do for you.

📅 Thursday 17th October 2024
⏰ 5pm–7.30pm
📍 Lakes College, Hallwood Road, Lillyhall Business Park, Workington, Cumbria CA14 4JN

Upcoming Open Days

Upcoming Open Days

Open Evening + Apprenticeship Academy relaunch — Thursday 17th October 2024

Time: 5pm–7.30pm

T Levels Information Evening — Wednesday 6th November 2024

Time: 5pm–7.30pm

Open Evening — Tuesday 28th January 2025

Time: 5pm–7.30pm

Open Evening — Wednesday 2nd April 2025

Time: 5pm–7.30pm

Open Evening — Thursday 19th June 2025

Did you know?

Did you know?

We have over 200 courses available...

…from full and part time courses, university level higher education, or apprenticeships – there’s something for everyone!

Apprenticeships are for everyone...

…from level 2-6, we have apprenticeships that cater to everyone – ‘earn while you learn’ and study on-the-job today!

If you're not sure what you'd like to study...

…that’s absolutely fine! Our team will be on-hand to help and can offer tailored guidance to help you make your decision.

Apprenticeship Academy at Lakes College

Apprenticeship Academy at Lakes College

In 2022 we launched our new Apprenticeship Academy – helping you to secure an apprenticeship with a reputable local employer.

Click here for more info

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

No, you don’t need to book a space.

Simply turn up at the main college building between and our team will be on-hand to show you where to go.

Not sure how to get to the college? Click here for directions!

Our college campus has ample parking available, free of charge.

Additional Info

Additional Info

Our Open Days give you the opportunity to look around our facilities, meet your future tutors, and learn how we can assist you in reaching your dream career and future goals.

With over 200 course options available at Lakes College, there’s truly something for everyone!

Choose from a range of full and part time courses, university level higher education, or apprenticeships – where you can earn a wage while studying and work with some of Cumbria’s top employers.

Come and explore our multi-million pound training and education facilities, including our brand-new Civil Engineering Training Centre, National College for Nuclear, dedicated Construction Skills Centre, Graduates Restaurant, Distinctions Salon and more…

You’ll be able to see first-hand what life at Lakes College is really like – come along!

Not sure about your options? Our dedicated advice and guidance team are on-hand for a chat and to help you decide what to do next.