Welcome to Activate Learning’s Further Education Clearing
Last minute places for 16-18 year-olds wanting to do full time courses
Clearing 2026 is now open
Applications are closed for our full-time further education courses.
You can still reserve a place though by booking a clearing appointment.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- All appointments are in person at the college you have chosen. There are no telephone or video appointments.
- Spaces are limited, you are not guaranteed a place, booking the earliest appointment available will help your chances.
- You can come without an appointment but those who have booked will take priority.
SEPTEMBER CLEARING SESSIONS
Our late clearing sessions are starting from Monday 7 September. See below for details of each college.
No booked appointments, just come in and see us.
All colleges except Merrist Wood College
- Monday 7, Tuesday 8 and Thursday 10 September
- 5-6:30pm
Merrist Wood College
- Tuesday 8 and Thursday 10 September
- 5-6:30pm
Reading College - Important information for visitors
Essential building work is taking place at Reading College and University Centre as part of a project to reduce carbon emissions from the campus. Visitors may experience some noise and disruption, and parking availability is currently affected.
If you are visiting us for Clearing, please take this into account when planning your journey and allow a little extra time. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding
Course Availability Finder
Availability as of 4 Sep 2026. Spaces change through the day — if a course you want shows as full, it is still worth contacting the college.
Choose a college to see its courses, or search below.