We’re looking forward to seeing you start at Peterborough College in September. On this page, you’ll find all the important details you need, including start dates, required kits and uniforms and your summer assignments to get ready for the new term.
Ensure you enrol to secure your place!
All Students who have applied and accepted their place at the college will be receiving an email link to complete their online Getting Ready for College Enrolment form .Please ensure you complete this form before attending your face/face enrolment .
You will also receive an email with your specific date and time to come into college for the main enrolment to become a student at Inspire Education Group. Enrolment for 2024 is from Thursday 22nd August to Friday 28th August 2024.
If you require any support during the process, please contact the Information Advice and Guidance team who will be happy to assist you.

Induction
Your induction is your first day in College.
Below, you’ll find your start dates.
Level 2 | All Level 3 (Year 1) | All Level 3 (Year 2) |
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Tuesday 2nd September Wednesday 3rd September | Thursday 4th September Friday 5th September | Monday 1st September |

From public transport to our own services, students have a wide range of transport to choose from.

Visit our financial support page to find a clear and simplified overview of the most frequently asked questions regarding funding your course and receiving financial assistance.
Kit and Uniform
Kit/Uniform
Music Performance:
Instrument accessories (drum sticks, capos, tuners, leads, plectrums, straps)
Headphones (over ear with ¼”/3.5mm adaptor – not bluetooth)
Ear protection
Music Production:
Headphones (over ear with ¼”/3.5mm adaptor – not bluetooth)
Ear protection
Trips
We frequent external venues as part of our performances throughout the year. Travel is arranged by students and staff, so there are no additional costs for these.
Frequently Asked Questions
Enrolment is the process that confirms your place at Peterborough or Stamford College. During enrolment you will confirm what course you will be taking and at what level and officially become a College student.
Yes, all new students will be required to attend an in-person enrolment session which is specific to you. Details of your day and time were sent to you with your enrolment link.
All returning students must have completed their pre enrolment form and will not have to attend in-person enrolment — they will be sent communication via email with information around start dates and applying for financial support and/or transport over the summer break.
Enrolment for new students is face-to-face, but our pre-enrolment process form, that you must complete, is online. This should be completed before you attend your in-person enrolment session.
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You can complete the pre-enrolment process in as quick as 10 mins. The in-person element of enrolment will take approximately 40 mins to complete provided you have already completed the pre-enrolment and have your exam results and identification with you.
There’s not a strict deadline, as we will offer various late enrolment options after main enrolment, however some courses could be up to capacity so we encourage all new students to make every effort to attend their dedicated enrolment time to ensure you get a place on your first choice course,
If you cannot make your enrolment slot, or the start of term, don’t panic, but it is important you let us know to avoid your place being allocated to another student. Pop us an email, or call us as soon as possible and our friendly support team will help get you enrolled and up to speed with your course work in no time.
You can enrol on one course only. If you’ve applied for A Levels then you’ll need to enrol on the subjects you wish to study.
Yes, changing your course after enrolling at College is possible in the first 4 weeks of term. However, due to the high volume of applications this year, we can’t always guarantee that a student can change to the course they want, but we will always do our very best to accommodate everyone’s needs. Please speak to our admissions team who can help find your options when considering a course change.
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When you attend your in-person enrolment you will be given your student ID card and lanyard at the end of the enrolment process.
Double-check your Spam and Junk email folders, if you still haven’t received anything, please contact our management information team on mis@ieg.ac.uk as it is important you complete this process to secure your place.
You will need to attend your appointment yourself to complete your enrolment and collect your student ID.
When you get here, just report to the nearest information point (they’ll be easy to spot!) with your enrolment documents (ID, exam certificate). Someone will meet you and direct you to your enrolment appointment. Our staff will be available to support you throughout the process and answer any queries you may have.
All potential students should make every effort to attend their dedicated enrolment slot, but we appreciate there may be some extenuating circumstances where this isn’t possible.
If this is the case, you must complete your Pre-enrolment form and let us know as soon as possible. Spaces on some courses can be limited, but the admissions team will do their very best to reserve you a space on the course and work with you to arrange an alternative time when you can enrol.
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Talk to us – together we can find a solution that allows you to reach your academic and career goals. If you are aged between 16 and 19 and didn’t pass your GCSE Maths and/or English exam you will be required to study and retake your exams alongside your chosen course. If your chosen course required a passing grade in GCSE Maths or English we may need to transfer your offer to a lower level course.
Yes, please bring with you proof of your GCSEs results and any other qualifications you have achieved. You will also need to bring with you proof of identity such as a passport, birth certificate, driving license, residency card or work ~ID.