Details of upcoming and past online events from our Abbey DLD Group of Colleges; Abbey College Cambridge, DLD College London, and Abbey College Manchester.
Click on an event listed below for more information and to register your attendance. Past event links contain recordings of the original webinars. Our online events are open to all and will be hosted on the zoom platform. After registration, a link will be sent to you by email approximately 24 hours before the webinar to allow you to join the webinar on the day.
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Online events for Spring 2026.
Wednesday 25th March 2026, 10am GMT
How to get a place at Oxbridge: Preparation for International Students
Applying to study at the Universities of Oxford or Cambridge (known collectively as Oxbridge) is a very competitive process where students need more than just good A Level grades to succeed.
In this interactive webinar, we will introduce you to the world of Oxbridge colleges, and provide an overview of the complex, challenging, and often confusing application process. There will be lots of useful Oxbridge application tips, and will also give you advice on what to do now to start preparing (it’s never too early to start!)
Key Learning Points:
✅ What is Oxbridge and why would you want to study there?
✅ What are the key differences between the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge?
✅ How do I choose the right university, college, and course?
✅ What are the main Oxbridge application steps?
✅ What does Oxbridge look for in a candidate?
✅ What preparation should I be doing now?
✅ How does the Abbey DLD Group of Colleges help international students to apply to Oxbridge?
Wednesday 15th April 2026, 10am GMT
DLD College London Virtual Open Morning
Join James Kidd – Principal, as he shares an overview of life at DLD College London and why it’s “one of the most exciting schools in Britain’ according to The Good Schools Guide.
Gareth Evans – Senior Vice Principal (Pastoral) will be on hand to discuss all things boarding and how we support our students during their time with us.
Katherine Bimson – Vice Principal (Academic) will discuss the wide range of academic pathways available to students from Year 9 through to Sixth Form, as well as our stand-out university support for life beyond DLD.
Current students will be available to provide a first-hand account of life at DLD, put any worries to rest for prospective students and answer your questions.
Tuesday 10th March 2026, 9.30am GMT (Re-arranged from Tuesday 4th March)
Abbey College Manchester Virtual Open Morning
An online open morning live from Abbey College Manchester with the Principal and representatives from the Student Council. This session will give an overview of life at the college and an insight into what makes us an outstanding Independent Sixth Form College for students from the UK and around the world. We will host a live Q&A session with teachers and students at the end of the webinar.
Friday 27th February 2026, 10am GMT
Abbey College Cambridge Virtual Open Morning
Learn more about studying and living at Abbey College Cambridge. This webinar will be hosted by Principal Dr Ellen Hesse with senior members of the school’s senior leadership team and students. It will cover academics, pastoral care, boarding, and student life. There will be a opportunity to ask questions at the end of the session.
Wednesday 18th February 2026, 9.30am GMT
Virtual Tour of DLD College London
Join us for a tour around DLD College London. Our Head of Admissions, Hatty will be showcasing our state-of-the-art facilities on London’s South Bank.
Wednesday 11th February 2026, 10am GMT
DLD College London: An Overview of IFP and BTEC Programmes
Join Celestine Cawley – Head of Programmes, to understand the subjects available, why the International Foundation Program and BTEC can be fantastic options for students, and why they have a burgeoning reputation worldwide!
There will be opportunities for Q&A at the end!
Wednesday 28th January 2026, 10am GMT
Applying to a UK University: A Beginner’s Guide
Are you an international student aged 14-18 dreaming of studying at a UK university?
Join our free 30-minute webinar to learn everything you need to know about the application process!
What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to choose the right university and course
✅Understanding UCAS and the application process
✅ Entry requirements and personal statement tips
✅ Tuition fees, scholarships, and student life
Don’t miss this chance to get expert guidance on your journey to a UK university! -✨
Wednesday 3rd December 2025, 9.30am GMT
Abbey College Manchester Virtual Open Morning
An online open morning live from Abbey College Manchester with the Principal and representatives from the Student Council.
This session will give an overview of life at the college and an insight into what makes us an outstanding Independent Sixth Form College for students from the UK and around the world.
We will host a live Q&A session with teachers and students at the end of the webinar.
Tuesday 2nd December 2025, 10am GMT
DLD College London Virtual Open Morning
Join James Kidd – Principal, as he shares an overview of life at DLD College London and why it’s “one of the most exciting schools in Britain’ according to The Good Schools Guide.
Gareth Evans – Senior Vice Principal (Pastoral) will be on hand to discuss all things boarding and how we support our students during their time with us.
Katherine Bimson – Vice Principal (Academic) will discuss the wide range of academic pathways available to students from Year 9 through to Sixth Form, as well as our stand-out university support for life beyond DLD.
Current students will be available to provide a first-hand account of life at DLD, put any worries to rest for prospective students and answer your questions.
Wednesday 5th November
2025, 10am GMT
An Introduction to the UK Education System
Learn all about the UK Education System including the different courses available to study and their benefits. What is life like at UK schools? What does a typical student’s day and week look like? And how do British schools help students to prepare for success in their exams and life at university and beyond?
Who is this webinar for?
International students aged 13- 19 years who are interested in applying to study at a UK school.
Key Learning points from this webinar:
You can view online events from recent years and additional video content via our college and group YouTube channels detailed below. Students in China can view previous online events via our Bili Bili Channel.
Abbey College Cambridge YouTube Channel
DLD College London YouTube Channel
Abbey College Manchester YouTube Channel
Abbey DLD Group of Colleges YouTube Channel