09 May 2025
Last night, our Creative Faculty organised a triumphant evening, showcasing the work of our year 13 Creative Media students. There was such a strong sense of community amongst all who attended, with the students demonstrating the warm and supportive spirit that has been so evident during their two years with us. It was heartening to see how they all wanted the best for each other and the college is incredibly proud to have been a part of such a positive event and to have worked with this wonderful cohort. Well done to everyone whose work we saw and to those who have helped to shape and nurture these young people during their time with us.
Major General J M Cowan CBE DSO
CEO, The Halo Trust
Thank you to James Cowan for coming in this week to speak to our year 12 students as part of the Speakers for Schools programme. James Cowan was a soldier for 30 years, serving in Germany, Northern Ireland, Africa, Hong Kong, Iraq and Afghanistan. He left the Army in 2015 to become Chief Executive of The HALO Trust. HALO is the world’s leading NGO clearing the debris of war with 7,298 staff in 20 countries. At a time of unprecedented man-made humanitarian crisis, HALO’s work has never been more important.
Match Report: S6C Bournemouth Football Academy vs. Plymouth Argyle
In a commanding performance, S6C Bournemouth Football Academy secured a 4–1 victory over Plymouth Argyle, showcasing their dominance from the outset.
The match started with high intensity. Max Elshaw opened the scoring, capitalising on a precise cut-back from Aaron, placing the ball into an unguarded net. Shortly thereafter, Harry Merritt doubled the lead. Max Elshaw orchestrated the play, delivering a perfectly weighted ball to Harry, who controlled it effortlessly and dispatched it into the net with his weaker foot. Plymouth Argyle managed to pull one back late in the half through a well-executed free-kick, narrowing the deficit to 2–1.
In the second half S6C were aware that the next goal would be pivotal, the Bournemouth lads faced a period of pressure as Plymouth sought to capitalise on their momentum. However, the team regained composure and extended their lead when Harry Merritt’s relentless pursuit of the ball led to a penalty, which Aaron converted confidently. In the closing stages, Bournemouth exploited a counter-attack opportunity, with Olly Bowden threading a pass to Zach, who marked a great all round performance with a clinical finish with the outside of his boot, making it 4–1.
The match finished with Bournemouth asserting their superiority, leaving a lasting impression and bolstering their aspirations for league success.
Goals:
1–0: Max Elshaw (Assist: Aaron)
2–0: Harry Merritt (Assist: Max Elshaw)
2–1: Plymouth Argyle
3–1: Aaron (Assist: Harry Merritt)
4–1: Zach (Assist: Olly Bowden)
Man of the Match: Travis Budgell
This victory underscores Bournemouth’s potential and gives us a small chance to win the league!
UCAS and Apprenticeships Online Information Evening
Tuesday 13 May 2025 6pm-7pm
Don’t forget to register for this useful online event. Please see further information here. Please click here to register for the event.
Exams
Don’t forget, there is always support at college if you need it. Our teaching staff have drawn together these revision support documents which are excellent resources:
Revision Support – what to revise
Revision Guide – how to revise
Please take your revision seriously and set aside enough time to cover everything. Every minute that you spend revising is worth it and although it may feel as though you will forget everything, if you have revised sufficiently, you will succeed! Don’t forget to take regular breaks and if exam stress is affecting your wellbeing, please remember that support is available from the team in college.
Preparing for Exams
Coping with Exam Stress
Applications for 2025 Entry
We are still accepting applications for some courses so please contact our admissions team if you would like to discuss enrolling with us in September. We look forward to seeing you in September!
Liz Stavely – Mental Health Lead
As part of a CPD Wellbeing initiative, a group of teaching staff are looking to create an immersive environment to aid with self regulation for some of our students. In order to proceed with the project, we are in need of a short throw projector that can be linked to a laptop or PC, similar to the type used for conference rooms/classrooms. We wondered if any of our parents are able to help with this? Does your workplace have any redundant projectors? If you think you can help, please email sbarrington@s6c.mlp.college
Rebecca Anderson – Pastoral Lead
Diversity and Inclusivity
– If students would like us to mark a faith celebration which is important to them, or a national day which has significance, or need time off for a faith celebration, then please let me know.
– The Reflection Room is open to all needing a quiet space in college for a short break. It has low lighting options, objects and books from different faith traditions, meditation hints, colouring, lego, and nature books, and is a space for those of all faiths and none.
University and Apprenticeships
– Any student needing to do an interview for apprenticeship, employment or university can come and see Rebecca to arrange some guidance and practice;
– Any student needing advice on volunteering, work experience, or wider engagement, to prepare for strong applications, should talk to their teachers, tutor or Rebecca as soon as they know what area they may be interested in;
– We offer a full support service for those applying for apprenticeships, but it has to be responsive to the job market, so there are no set dates for the different stages. This means that students need to show a high level of initiative and independence, but we are here to help and we expect to be involved – we can help search, check applications, and prepare for interviews.
Year 13 University Applicants
Student finance applications are now open! APPLY HERE!
For a student toolkit to help with applications CLICK HERE
The University of Bath is hosting the following webinars:
Supporting your child’s UCAS application for courses starting in 2026 (29 May 2025)
REGISTER HERE
Please email student-recruitment-team@bath.ac.uk with any questions.
Support Service
Zoe the College Nurse runs a drop in session from 12pm to 1pm every Tuesday in the small meeting room on the first floor. She is able to offer professional guidance and support or signposting for physical, emotional, mental and sexual health. This includes managing long term health conditions (including migraine and period pain or any medical condition), contraception and sexual health consultations (she can give out contraception and testing kits), smoking and vaping, eating issues, sleep, low mood / self harm, anxiety and panic, concerns about ASD, ADHD or mental health conditions, healthy lifestyle and exercise, or any concerns you have about your general health and wellbeing. You can also ask her, or us, if you’d like to be referred for a series of sessions. Zoe will be running a confidential service and will only talk to college or your parents if there is a fear for your safety.
Exams
If you are taking exams this season, and you get hayfever, start taking tablets now – or you won’t be able to see your exam paper through streaming eyes.
Pastoral Cupboard
Do help yourself if you need anything from the pastoral cupboard opposite SF07 – pasta, sauce, rice, some other food items – plenty of period products so do take full packets or boxes for you and your family – toiletries (including sunscreen) – positive message cards to boost your mood – and some smart clothes for interviews or jobs.
Mental Health Support
If you are struggling then please do talk to Liz or myself. The Who Can Help Me posters round college will let you know the sorts of things we can offer support for. Don’t forget we also have our counsellors, the early intervention Mental Health Support Team, Zoe the school nurse (Tuesday lunchtimes) and a whole range of people we can refer to for just about any issue. Do remember that The Mix (under 25s), Childline (under 18s but they won’t treat you like a baby), Samaritans and Text Shout are all there for you.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Monday 12 May
Mental Health Awareness Week
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Year 13 A Level Exams
Tuesday 13 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Year 13 A Level Exams
UCAS online information evening for parents 6pm-7pm
Wednesday 14 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Year 13 A Level Exams
Thursday 15 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
GCSE Maths Exam
Year 13 DC9 Reports published on Parent Portal
Friday 16 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Year 13 A Level Exams
Monday 19 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Year 13 A Level Exams
Tuesday 20 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Year 13 A Level Exams
Wednesday 21 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Year 13 A Level Exams
S6C/International Celebrating Cultures Day
Thursday 22 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Year 13 A Level Exams
Friday 23 May
GCSE English Exam
Year 13 A Level Exams
Monday 26 May – Friday 30 May
Half Term
Monday 02 June
Term Begins
Year 13 A Level Exams
Tuesday 03 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Wednesday 04 June
GCSE Maths Exam
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Year 13 A Level Exams
Thursday 05 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Friday 06 June
GCSE English Exam
Year 13 A Level Exams
Monday 09 June
Year 12 Mocks Assessment Week – off timetable
Year 13 A Level Exams
Tuesday 10 June
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Year 13 A Level Exams
Wednesday 11 June
GCSE Maths Exam
Thursday 12 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Friday 13 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Monday 16 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Tuesday 17 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Wednesday 18 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Thursday 19 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Friday 20 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Monday 23 June
Year 12 Biology/Environmental Science Trip to Marwell Zoo
Tuesday 24 June
Year 12 History Trip to Chalke History Festival
Year 12 Challenge Work Experience Day
Thursday 26 June
Taster Day
Year 13 PROM (moved from Friday 27 June)
Monday 30 June
Staff Training Day
Wednesday 02 July
Year 12 Psychology Trip to Marwell Zoo
Thursday 03 July
Year 12 Parents Evening
Year 12 DC5 Reports published on Parent Portal
Monday 07 July
MLP Careers Fair at S6C
Tuesday 08 July
Year 12 Destinations Development Day
Wednesday 09 July – Saturday 12 July
Year 12 Geography Trip to Isles of Scilly
Wednesday 16 July
Term Ends
Thursday 17 July – Friday 29 August
Summer Break
