Join us for our Sixth Form Open Evening to learn more about life at The Swan Sixth Form.

You’ll have the chance to meet our teachers, pastoral team, and current students, explore our facilities, hear from our Headteacher and Head of Sixth Form, and find out more about our A Level subjects and Sixth Form experience. All prospective students and their families are welcome.

Open Evening Programme

Welcome to the Matthew Arnold Sixth Form Open Evening

Whether you are a Matthew Arnold student, or studying elsewhere, this is a great opportunity to come and explore our Sixth Form offer.

This is your opportunity to visit Matthew Arnold Sixth Form and meet staff and current students for an evening filled with information about our Sixth Form offer.  Discover the opportunities awaiting you at Matthew Arnold; whether you're interested in sciences, languages, humanities, or arts, we have something for everyone.  Don't miss out on this chance to explore our subject areas and facilities and envision your future with us.

The Open Evening will run from 5.30pm - 7.30pm and there will be a talk by Miss Oakden, Head of Sixth Form, in the Main Hall at 6.15pm. Tea and coffee will be served in the Sixth Form Centre.

Attending one of our Open Day Events is a great way for you and your family to learn more about our College and the courses we have available for you. 

Our Open Mornings start at 9am and finish at 10.30am. Tours begin promptly at 9.15am and any visitor/s that do not arrive on time for the tour start at 9.15am, cannot be guaranteed a tour allocation. Our Principal's Welcome follows on from the tour, and ends at 10.30am.

• 9AM: Arrival and tour allocation
• 9.15AM:Tour
• 10AM: Principal's Welcome
• 10.30AM: END

We look forward to welcoming you at St Charles!

Come along to our SM6 Open Evening to find out more about our world class facilities, our exceptional personal development offer and our full range of courses.

Meet our friendly staff and talk to current students. No booking required, all are welcome.

We can't wait to see you!

Join us at our Open Evening on Wednesday 14th January 2026 where you will have the chance to meet current students and course leaders and take a tour of our exceptional facilities. You will also hear more about our programmes of study through presentations and access to course information.

Book your place by filling in the form below.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Whether you’re joining us for the first time this academic year or returning after a previous Open Event, we would be thrilled to welcome you.

If you’re exploring your next steps, there’s never been a better time to discover what Yeovil College has to offer. This event is perfect for:

• Year 11 students exploring post-16 options
• Year 11s confirming their choices
• Applied learners reconnecting with the college
• Adults looking to boost their careers with new qualifications
• Year 10 students and their families planning for the future.

No matter where you are on your journey, now is the time to make a decision that could shape your future and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

At this event, you’ll have the chance to ask questions, explore your options, and meet the people who make Yeovil College special. Talk to our passionate, industry-expert lecturers and hear from current students who live and breathe their subjects every day.