Widening Participation & Outreach
We recognise that there are barriers which deter students from applying to the University of Cambridge, and we believe that outreach and the provision of accurate information is essential to challenging this. At Girton, our Admissions team works to ensure that all prospective applicants, supporters and schools have access to the information they need to make an informed decision about applying to Cambridge.
We welcome contact from all schools and are happy to provide support where we are able, but maintain particularly strong relationships with schools in our College Link Areas (Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull, Wolverhampton and the London Borough of Camden). For schools in these areas we are offering visits to schools and Girton.
Local schools in Cambridgeshire are matched to colleges through the Connect to Cambridge Scheme. At Girton, we are connected to Cottenham Village College, Northstowe Secondary College and Swavesey Village College. Some of our events are open to all local schools (sign up to our termly newsletter to learn more).
Meet our Schools Liaison and Outreach Officer
Hi! My name is Lauren Court and I'm the Schools Liaison and Outreach Officer at Girton.
I'm from South Birmingham and I recently graduated from Girton College with a degree in English. As someone who came to Cambridge from a state comprehensive school, I understand some of the challenges students from underrepresented backgrounds face when applying to the University. I want to help students to see Cambridge as an achievable option for their future as a place where anyone can thrive.
