Full-time college courses for 16-18 year olds in Poole, Dorset. Join us for hands-on learning and adventure! Apply - https://forms.office.com/e/HBuvxVxh2j
Offering Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport (Outdoor) & Outdoor Activity Instructor Apprenticeships.
15/04/2026
Today was all about organisation, participation and teamwork. Our students demonstrated real skill in all aspects and discovered that organising a successful event isn’t always as easy as it looks!
15/04/2026
A change of scenery for our year 2 students today!
07/04/2026
When it comes to choosing what to do after GCSEs, most conversations tend to focus on A Levels. But they are not the only route to university or a successful career.
Diploma courses, like the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity (Outdoors) at Rockley College, offer a different path. One this is practical engaging and still opens the same doors through UCAS.
If you are a parent or student trying to understand how it all works, here is what you need to know 👉
When it comes to choosing what to do after GCSEs, most conversations tend to focus on A Levels. But they are not the only route to university or a…
06/04/2026
Congratulations to college student Fynn, who delivered an outstanding performance on day one of the 2026 UEC BMX European Cup in Tiel, Netherlands - finishing 7th out of 80 riders in the highly competitive 17–24 age category. What a fantastic achievement! 🌟
03/04/2026
If you’re still considering your next steps after your GCSEs, why not join us for our Evening Open Event on Wednesday 6th May, from 5–7pm?
Our Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity (Outdoors) and Rockley College might just be the perfect fit for you.
Lots of fun today, both on the slopes and on the water!
24/03/2026
Our students are loving their time on the slopes in beautiful Les Orres in France. Great snow, great skiing and gorgeous sunsets!
20/03/2026
There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s College Open Event!
Join us for an informative two-hour session where you’ll discover everything you need to know about Rockley’s Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity.
You’ll have the opportunity to explore the campus on a guided tour, meet our expert teaching staff, and get all your questions answered.
Today had a bit of everything for our first and second year students. Sailing, windsurfing, beach volleyball, RYA First Aid training and a day trip to Flip Out! What’s not to love?
We hope your day at sixth form lived up to expectations!
14/03/2026
Don't forget to register for next Saturday's Open Event.
Remember, one ticket per family/group.
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Rockley College posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
You will complete a qualification in Sport, participate in loads of practical, train as an instructor, go on trips and complete substantial amount of work experience
The qualification you study will be dependent on GCSE grades you achieve.
Level 3 - 4 GCSE’s at grade 4 including English or Maths
Level 2 – 4 GCSE’s at grade 3
If you do not pass English or Maths, you will be able to complete this alongside the course
You will need to be 16 years old by 31st August, ready to start the programme in early September.
No previous watersports experience required just a passion for watersports and outdoor adventure!
Our courses cover the following units:
Careers in the Sport and Work Experience
Exercise, Health and Lifestyle
Sports Coaching
Sports Leadership
Water based Skills
Land based Skills
Alternative Pursuits
Sporting Injuries
Fitness Training
Organising Events in Sport
WATER ACTIVITIES - Sailing, Windsurfing, Powerboating, Kayaking, Canoeing, SUP
LAND ACTIVITIES - Hill Walking, Mountain Biking, Orienteering / Navigation, Rock Climbing, Skiing, Snowboarding
SAILING - RYA Sailing Level 1, 2, 3, Seamanship Skills, Day Sailing, Sailing with Spinnakers Performance Sailing and RYA DINGHY INSTRUCTOR
All of our students complete a period of work experience. This is in the summer term and can be in the UK or France. We have 3 Multi Activity Centres in France where students can opt to go to work alongside our delivery team of qualified instructors
Reason 1 - You study at the Beach!
Reason 2 - You’ve got options
Reason 3 – Over £2000 worth of free training
Reason 4 - Real life scenarios
Reason 5 - We love trips
Reason 6 - Work experience
Reason 7 - Timetable
Our Open Events are theerfect opportunity to find out more about Rockley Education and the sixth form courses we offer. At our Open Events you can:
- Visit our interactive stands to find out everything you need about the course
- Take a tour of our campus, checking out our specialist learning facilities, watersports equipment and cafe
- Get free, impartial careers advice for your future
- Find out about our great student perks including free RYA training and student bursary schemes
- Meet current students and get a feel for College life
- Apply on the day for a course and be interviewed and offered a place there and then!
These events are popular so please go online to Eventbrite and book now to ensure you secure a place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/rockley-watersports-27814279531