(Please note, due to high demand, the Aviation, Construction and Mechanics workshops will have an additional 1:30pm – 3:30pm timeslot)
Are you in Year 11 and thinking about studying at Craven College from September 2024?
Join us for an exciting, interactive Taster Morning on Friday 02 February to explore courses and careers in a subject of your choice. Please note, you can only register for ONE workshop for this event.
Each Taster experience will include demonstrations, hands-on practical activities, and insights into the careers you can progress on to. Scroll down to see all our tasters available.
Haven’t made an application yet? Don’t worry! There will be an application station available at the event.
Check out the options, select your favourite and get booking! We look forward to meeting you.
Event FAQS
What time should I arrive for the event?
If you are attending a morning workshop, please arrive no earlier than 9:15am to the event, your workshop will start at 9:30am.
If you have registered for the afternoon slot of the Aviation, Construction or Mechanics workshops, please arrive no earlier than 1:15pm, your workshop will start at 1:30pm.
Where should I go for the event?
You will receive a confirmation of booking email when you register for this event. It will include all details of where you need to go on the day.
Most taster sessions take place at our Aireville Campus in Skipton:
Craven College
Aireville Campus
Gargrave Rd
Skipton
BD23 1US
T: 01756 791 411
The Mechanics, Countryside & Agriculture and Horse Management taster sessions take place at our Auction Mart Campus:
Auction Mart Campus
Gargrave Rd
Skipton
BD23 1UX
T: 01756 791 411
The Aviation taster session takes place at The Aviation Academy, our airside campus at Leeds Bradford Airport:
The Aviation Academy
Hangar 1, South Side Aviation Centre
Leeds Bradford International Airport
Leeds
LS19 7UG
T: 0113 391 0919
Can I bring anyone with me to the event?
Unfortunately, only students who have registered for the event can come into the event. Parents and guardians will be able to drop and pick up at each Craven College campus.
Do I need permission to come out of school for this event?
Yes, please get permission from your school to come to this event.
Do I need to bring anything with me to the event?
We recommend that all students bring a bottle of water, pen, and notepad.
When you register for a workshop, any other information you need to know will be emailed to you within your confirmation email.
Have further questions regarding the event? Email events@craven-college.ac.uk and our team will get back to you.
Friday 02 February – Room Information
| Taster | Meeting Room | What to bring |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Studies | Animal Management Centre Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Art & Design (Fashion, 3D Design, Graphic Design, Photography and Fine Art) | Ingleborough Building – 1st Floor Art Studios Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting splattered! |
| Aviation | Aviation Academy Hangar 1, Southside Aviation Centre, Leeds Bradford Airport, Leeds, LS19 7UG. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Business | Penyghent Building Room: P1.15 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Catering & Hospitality | 3 Peaks Café Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Construction (Bricklaying, Painting & Decorating, Electrical & Plumbing, Plastering and Carpentry & Joinery) | Ribblehead Building Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Childcare | Penyghent Building Room: P0.17 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Computing | Penyghent Building Room: P2.05 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| ESports | Penyghent Building Room: P2.08 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Countryside & Agriculture | Tyro Training Reception Auction Mart Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UX. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear warm clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Hairdressing, Nail Services & Beauty Therapy | Style Academy Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Health & Social Care | Penyghent Building Room: P0.15 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Horse Management | Tyro Training Reception Auction Mart Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UX. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear warm clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! If you have a hat and boots, please bring them with you. |
| Media | Penyghent Building Room: P2.06 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Media Make-up | Ingleborough Building Room: I0.12 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting splattered! |
| Mechanics | Tyro Training Reception Auction Mart Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UX | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear warm clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Performing Arts | Penyghent Building Room: The Hall Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Public Services | Ingleborough Building Room: I0.14 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear your sports kit and bring a waterproof. |
| Science | Penyghent Building Room: P0.11 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Social Sciences (Sociology, Psychology, Science, Health & Social Care) | Penyghent Building P0.13 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Sport | Ingleborough Building Room: IO.13 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear your sports kit and bring a waterproof. |
| Travel & Tourism | Penyghent Building Room: P1.12 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |