Access and Outreach

Newnham College was founded 150 years ago with the belief that education is for everyone, and we remain committed to increasing access to higher education in general, and to the University of Cambridge in particular.

Woolf Essay Prize 2023

The Woolf Essay Prize 2023 is now open! More information about the Essay Writing Programme for other subjects will be available soon.

What We Do

Newnham College is committed to encouraging talented students from all backgrounds to apply to the University of Cambridge. In order to support such students, Holly Nicholls, our Schools Liaison and…

What’s On

This page provides an overview of upcoming access and outreach events being run by Newnham College. Any events which are currently taking bookings will include details of how to register…

School Visits

Newnham hosts School Visit Days for different age groups throughout the year. For these events, priority is given to state schools from Newnham’s Link Areas.

Resources for Schools

Both teachers and students may find the resources below helpful. Teachers are also encouraged to read Newnham’s ‘Advice for Teachers’ Page, whilst prospective applicants may find our ‘Top Tips for…

Newnham Essay Prizes 2022

The Woolf Essay Prize 2023 has now opened! Please see the tab below for more details. More information about the Essay Writing Programme for all other subjects is coming soon!

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The Cambridge Foundation Year

Newnham College is excited to be taking part in the University of Cambridge’s new Foundation Year programme: a stepping stone to Cambridge for those who have experienced a range of…