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Thank you for choosing Kaplan Manchester This brochure contains some useful information about our centre and will help you get your studies off to a positive start. If you have any further questions please visit Kaplan Manchester or contact us at the centre.
Kathy Rushton, Centre Manager
Travelling to your centre You can find us on the 6th Floor, St James’ Building, 79 Oxford Street, Manchester M1 6FQ. On arrival you will see a plasma screen which will display all the classrooms for that day so that you can find out where you need to be.
Manchester
If you have any difficulty at all then please ask a team member on reception.
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Arriving by car Kaplan Manchester is in Manchester city centre and is accessible from major motorway networks and the M60 ring road: From the North: M66 Bury; M62 Rochdale, Leeds
Arriving by train Nearest st ations: Manchester Oxford Road – 2 min walk Manchester Piccadily – 10 min walk National Rail
08457 484 950
From the South:
Arriving by tram
M56 Manchester Airport, Chester; M6 Birmingham From the West: M602 & M63; M62 Liverpool; M61 Bolton, Wigan; M6 Preston
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Nearest stop: St Peter’s Square Metrolink
Arriving by bus
Parking
There are number of car parks within walking distance to the centre including a NCP car park directly opposite. NCP Car Park
0161 205 2000
Oxford Street is on one of the main bus routes into Manchester city centre and is served by a large number of buses. Bus
0161 228 7811
At the centre Stationery Dress code There is no formal dress code for students – we simply ask you to wear clothes which are non-offensive and comfortable. The majority of students wear jeans and a T-shirt.
Broadband All Kaplan centres have Wi-Fi broadband, so you can bring your laptop and log-on during your breaks if you wish.
You are advised to bring the following items to class with you:
Large notepad Calculator Pens, pencils, ruler, rubber, highlighter pen Course materials – provided on the first day of each course
Breaks Your specific class times will be shown on your course confirmation letter, however it is normal to have a short break during each session and lunch time is 13.00 – 14.00 each day. Kaplan Manchester has refreshment areas and vending machines within the centre. You can also purchase food and drink at a number of local outlets and supermarkets nearby. Alternatively, you can bring a packed lunch.
Homework Studying in your own time is an important element of all our courses. This is likely to start from day one and increase greatly towards the exams. Your tutor will provide guidance and highlight key areas for you to focus on, however it is your responsibility to manage your studies and use your time effectively.
Health & Safety Your tutor will explain the Fire Evacuation and alarm testing procedures on the first day of your course. Please ensure you sign the class register each day and inform your tutor if you need to leave early so we can account for you in case of emergency or evacuation. Also, if you are a sponsored student we are under obligation to report you as absent to your training manager if you have not signed the register. If you are unsure of any procedures or information, please speak to reception or your tutor who will be able to assist you.
We are here for you If you have any questions before you start, our opening hours are: Weekday reception opening times
Weekend reception opening times
Monday - Thursday 08.00 - 18.00 Friday 08.00 - 17.00
Saturday & Sunday
08.30 - 13.30
(Reception is open most weekends however if it is closed please direct any questions that you may have to your tutor)
Other ways to get in touch If you have any questions outside of these hours please email manchester@kaplan.co.uk or leave a voicemail on 0161 237 3366 and we will contact you on our return.
Manchester Student & Client Services, Kaplan Financial, 6th Floor St James’ Building, 79 Oxford Street, Manchester, M1 6FQ Tel: 0161 237 3366 Fax: 0161 236 9047 Email: Manchester@kaplan.co.uk
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Manchester Student & Client Services, Kaplan Financial, 6th Floor St James’ Building, 79 Oxford Street, Manchester, M1 6FQ Tel: 0161 237 3366 Fax: 0161 236 9047 Email: Manchester@kaplan.co.uk
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