New students starting in September: You can find more information about Induction days and submitting your GCSE results in our Start of Year Guide.
Year 10 & 11 Taster Day at Penwith College
A taster day on Thursday 26 June 2025 for students who are in private school, home-based learning or a school which has a sixth form.
Are you a pupil at a school with a sixth form, private school or are you a home-based learner? If so, you may not have had an opportunity to visit Penwith College for a Taster Day where you can meet tutors, tour the campus and have a go at a variety of fun and engaging subject lessons. Lunch is also provided.
The deadline for registrations was Friday 13 June. If you have any questions ahead of the event please contact Emma Kelly emmakelly@truro-penwith.ac.uk
Important Information
On arrival, please sign in at Sennen building reception where a representative will be waiting to meet you. The car park is free and plentiful and adjacent to the Sennen building. Please note that parents cannot attend alongside their son or daughter.
The Taster Day is open to young people currently in Year 10 or 11 only and it is only available on Thursday 26 June. It is the parent’s responsibility to inform their son or daughter’s school if they are attending. If your child has any learning support needs, medical needs or access requirements please advise us in advance.
We look forward to welcoming you on 26 June. Please be aware that there will be other schools present on this day.
Your choice of taster sessions
Below is the selection of taster sessions that we have on offer during the taster day.
Morning Session
- Social Science: Psychology, Law, Sociology & Philosophy
- STEM 1: Biology, Chemistry & Applied Science
- Business
- Childcare / H&S
- Computer games
- Construction*
- Hairdressing / Beauty
- Hospitality
- Music*
- Sport Science*
Afternoon Session
- The Arts: Fine Art, Graphics & Photography
- Big Screen: Film, Media & Drama
- STEM 2: Maths, Physics & Computer Science
- Art & Design
- Automotive*
- Business
- Construction*
- Hairdressing / Beauty
- Hospitality
- Music*
- Sport Science*
*If you are choosing sport, please bring a PE Kit. If you are choosing construction or automotive please bring or wear sturdy shoes or boots. Other PPE will be provided. If you are choosing music, please bring your instrument.
