Business
In partnership with a wide variety of established businesses and organisations, students have the opportunity to gain work experience, visit local businesses and receive mentoring and insight from entrepreneurs based in the North West. Students can also develop their business skills by participating in the renowned international Young Enterprise competition.
Opportunities
Across the year, we offer our students the opportunity to make connections that will help with their future careers:
The Oldham Business Awards
Each year a group of students are asked to attend the Oldham Business Awards as representatives from The Blue Coat Sixth Form. Our students meet and greet the guests and have the opportunity to network throughout the evening.
Greater Manchester Mayoral Candidate Hustings
Students were invited to the Greater Manchester mayoral candidate hustings at the Manchester Evening News offices. Our students, many of which would be first time voters, asked questions to the panel of five on a wide range of subjects that affect young people living in Greater Manchester.
Oldham Green Summit
A group of students attended the Oldham Green Summit hosted by Cllr Abdul Jabbar.
This event was organised to bring together local businesses and organisations to work together to tackle climate change. Our students were able to listen to great presentations from Oldham Council, Ultimate Products, First Choice Homes Oldham, and others, on how they plan on helping Oldham be the greenest borough in Greater Manchester!
Bank of England Roundtable
Our student was honoured to be invited to attend Bank of England roundtable with MPC member Catherine Mann in an interesting discussion. Our student proudly represented our Sixth Form, asking great questions to the key note speaker and local business leaders
Business Breakfasts
Our students attended a Business Breakfast with GC Business Growth Hub listening to a panel of inspiring women, from a range of industries, discuss topics relating to International Women’s Day. Our students got to ask questions to the panel and make connections with local female business leaders
Visit to GCHQ
A group of students were able to visit GCHQ in Manchester. It was a great opportunity to learn about the organisation, and the great career opportunities within it.
Young Enterprise Competition
Taking part in the Young Enterprise Company Programme provides a real-life learning opportunity that introduces young people to the realities of the world of work. To find out more click here.
Work Shadowing
Every student in Year 12 has the opportunity to participate in work shadowing placements. To find out more click here.
The Blue Coat Sixth Form is proud to be part of the Cranmer Education Trust
Cranmer Education Trust is a company limited by guarantee and an exempt charity registered in England. Company registration number: 07687709. Registered Office: Cranmer Education Trust, c/o The Blue Coat School, Egerton Street, Oldham OL1 3SQ. The website address is www.cranmereducationtrust.com and the phone number 0161 785 5082.