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BELIEVE. EDUCATE. ACHIEVE.

Train whilst learning, linking both together. Academic study with practical Rugby application, putting into practice what you learn in the classroom!

Gain experience playing in regular competitive rugby matches. TCOR students will have the opportunity to:

Play in the North West Colleges Sports League
Play against independent schools
Play home matches at Sedgley Park RUFC
Train across five grass pitches
Access full changing room facilities

A full training programme is detailed at the beginning of the academic year. This also includes strength and conditioning in the gym!

TCOR CALENDAR // TERM DATES

The College of Rugby dates to note throughout 2026 and 2027. Dates may be subject to change.

THURSDAY 20th AUGUST 2026
THURSDAY 20th AUGUST 2026
MONDAY 7th SEPTEMBER 2026
MONDAY 19th OCTOBER 2026
6:00PM TO 8:00PM
COLLEGE CLOSES:
FRIDAY 23rd OCTOBER 2026
RETURN TO COLLEGE:
MONDAY 2nd NOVEMBER 2026
MONDAY 9th NOVEMBER 2026
6:00PM TO 8:00PM
COLLEGE CLOSES:
FRIDAY 18th DECEMBER 2026
RETURN TO COLLEGE:
MONDAY 4th JANUARY 2027
COLLEGE CLOSES:
FRIDAY 12th FEBRUARY 2027
RETURN TO COLLEGE:
MONDAY 22nd FEBRUARY 2027
Tuesday 16th February 2027
10am - 11am - GIRLS SESSION
11:30am - 1:00pm - BOYS SESSION
COLLEGE CLOSES:
THURSDAY 25th March 2027
RETURN TO COLLEGE:
Monday 12th April 2027
COLLEGE CLOSES:
MONDAY 3rd MAY 2027
RETURN TO COLLEGE:
TUESDAY 4th MAY 2027
COLLEGE CLOSES:
FRIDAY 28th MAY 2027
RETURN TO COLLEGE:
MONDAY 7th JUNE 2027
COLLEGE CLOSES:
WEDNESDAY 21st JULY 2027

TCOR MATCH FIXTURES 2026/27

The College of Rugby dates to note throughout the upcoming 2026/27 rugby season.

(Competitive matches to take place on Wednesdays, kick-off time at 2pm. Fixture dates may be subject to change.)

TCOR 2026/27 SEASON: BOYS U18’S

23rd SEPTEMBER 2026 - Cardinal Newman College - (H)

30th SEPTEMBER 2026 - Round 1 Lancashire Schools & Colleges U18 Boys Cup - Merchant Taylor’s School (H)

7th OCTOBER 2026 - Wilmslow School - (A)

8th OCTOBER 2026 - AOC Invitational North West 7s Tournament - (H)

14th OCTOBER 2026 - Ashton Sixth Form College - (H)

4th NOVEMBER 2026 - Aquinas College - (H)‍ ‍

11th NOVEMBER 2026 - Sir John Deane’s College - (A)

TO BE PLAYED BEFORE 14th NOVEMBER 2026 - Round 2 Lancashire Schools & Colleges U18 Boys Cup - Stoneyhurst College - (H) (TBA)

18th NOVEMBER 2026 - Cardinal Newman College - (A)

25th NOVEMBER 2026 - Sedbergh School - (H) *friendly

2nd DECEMBER 2026 - Ashton Sixth Form College - (A)

9th DECEMBER 2026 - Aquinas College - (A)

20th JANUARY 2026 - Sir John Deane’s College - (H)

3rd FEBRUARY 2026 - Manchester Grammar School - (A) *friendly

Parent Testimonial

“Our son attended The College of Rugby for two years during Covid and achieved his Level 3 BTEC qualifications, Mathematics & English GCSEs. It must have been a challenging time managing all the logistics around Covid plus the general day-to-day organisation, thank you for persisting. The tutors made the training sessions fun and enjoyable whilst managing to improve his skills and fitness. Our son learnt considerably under their guidance both in terms of technique and discipline and went on to play for Lancashire. We have always found Kenny & Mark to be open and welcoming coaches, who supported our son through very difficult times. They are a fantastic team at the College and are always approachable to discussions with parents and family and have taught our son great values: respect, effort, trust, sportsmanship and friendship. We highly recommend The College of Rugby!”