North Notts College
WELCOME TO
NORTH NOTTS COLLEGETake a look around our campus and explore our state-of-the-art facilities.
Learn about the support available to you during your time with us.
Your first few weeks at college
Week 1: Welcome – 2nd-4th September
Getting to know your College
This week at North Notts College, departments and the College will be running their own induction timetable so please see your tutor when you arrive regarding what you will be doing.
It will include presentations and a welcome from the Director of Campus, time with your tutor, workshops on FREDIE, the importance of wearing your lanyard and using navigate.
You will also get a tour of the campus, time to get to know your peers as well as additional sessions including curriculum induction, power skills information, safeguarding and wellbeing talks and building positive relationships with others.
Welcome to College and we hope you have a good first week.
Week 2: September Sign Up – 7th-11th September
September Sign Up
Learners can sign up to a club or activity with sign up fairs at each campus and during each lunchtime in reception areas.
Monday 7th September
Morning: Drop in sessions in the Careers Lounge (near reception).
Lunch time: Elsa our therapy dog will be visiting!
Afternoon: TBC
Tuesday 8th September
Stalls will be set up in the Bistro from 9.30am until 3pm where you can take a look at the clubs and activities available to North Notts College students.
Stalls will include; North Notts Bid, North Notts Radio, Student Union, Momentous Football Academy, Oasis Community Centre, In Sam’s Name, Navy, British Transport Police, plus lots more!
Wednesday 9th September
Morning: Emergency Services session.
Lunch time: Speak to staff about what clubs are on offer to North Notts College students.
Afternoon: Wellbeing sessions and table tennis.
Thursday 10th September
Morning: Drop in ‘Tea and Talk’ session.
Lunch time:Speak to staff about what clubs are on offer to North Notts College students.
Friday 11th September
Morning: Table tennis.
Lunch time: Suicide prevention information will be available.
Afternoon: Table tennis.
Week 3: Let us know what you think – 14th-18th September
Let us know what you think
Let us know what you think week will include surveys and discussions with learners about how it’s going.
Parents information evenings will also happen this week at each campus.
Week 4: Swap Don’t Drop – 21st-25th September
Swap Don’t Drop
We want to make sure that you are happy with the course that you’re on.
Did you know that if you aren’t completely happy, you can swap to a different course? We can support you in finding the right course for you.
Week 5: Careers Week – 28th September-2nd October
Focus on careers and skills
There will be speakers and workshops happening thoughout the week, the schedule is to be confirmed. Please speak to your tutor if you are interested in taking part in a workshop or listening to a talk.
Week 6: Wellbeing Week – 5th-9th October
Wellbeing Week
We have a wellbeing focus this week which will include a range of activities.
Week 7: Higher Education Week – 12th-16th October
A focus on Higher Education
This week we focus on Higher Education and what’s available for our learners, it will include sessions and workshops, see the schedule below. Please speak to your tutor if you are interested in taking part in a workshop or listening to a talk.
Week 8: Celebrations – 19th-23rd October
Celebrating your time with us so far
This week we will celebrate the end of the first half term, this will include rewards for attendance and general awards for our learners, more information to follow.
Enrichment
Our enrichment activities provide you with the opportunity to try new things, develop new skills, and meet new people.
See what activities are available by speaking with the Personal Development team or scanning the QR codes found on the enrichment board in reception.
Your College ID badge gives you…
Access to College facilities and your classes, the ability to borrow library books, print documents, and pay for food and drinks.
You can also earn kudos points to win £100 each term!
Wear your ID badge everyday for College.
Become a Student Ambassador
Join the Student Ambassador Team and inspire the next generation of students.
This is a paid, casual role that fits around your studies. You’ll help at a variety of events and share your experiences with prospective students.
Student Union
The Student Union is the official voice of North Notts College, we’re here to make sure your opinions, ideas, and concerns shape the way things work.
Whether you’re looking for support, representation, events, or ways to get involved, we’ve got you covered!
Swap Don’t Drop
If you’re having second thoughts about your course, don’t worry, you don’t have to drop out.
Through the Swap Don’t Drop campaign, North Notts College offers support and guidance to help you switch to a course that’s a better fit, so you can stay on track and achieve your goals.
Contact Us
Please don’t hesitate to contact us should you require further information, call us on 01909 504500, email us at contact@nnc.ac.uk or use our chat box.
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