18 June 2025

This is always a very busy time in the college calendar and the past few weeks have been filled with a huge array of activities:

• Final exams and mock exams have been approached by our students with incredible maturity and a calm sense of purpose;
• This year’s focus for Mental Health Awareness Week was ‘community’ and our mental health lead, Liz Stavely, highlighted the power that being in a supportive community can have on a person’s wellbeing by devising a quiz and ‘Post-it Positivity’ day, when everyone jotted down their thoughts about what makes S6C special to them. It was such an uplifting way to visually represent the tide of good feeling that S6C generates amongst staff and students and every person who contributed to the wall received a miniature lucky duck! Thank you to everyone who took part and we hope that you were able to take something useful from the week’s activities; 

• We have welcomed prefects from Trafalgar and WSE for training days, where they took part in workshops to learn what makes a good leader and how to have difficult conversations. They also took part in an ‘escape room’ team building exercise. We loved welcoming our younger members of the MLP community to S6C. We hope they enjoyed their day with us and we wish them all the best for year 11;

• S6C hosted the final MLP Pupil Parliament of the year and it was heartening to see how pupils from every MLP school were able to come together and work collaboratively to discuss issues that are important to them and agree ways forward; 
• S6C has been celebrating Pride Month and pastoral lead Rebecca Anderson has been ensuring that the college continues to remain an inclusive community, with a zero tolerance approach to any kind of discrimination; 
• The Summer Basketball League has kept us entertained with both thrills and spills, the staff team performing surprisingly well against their more youthful opponents;

• And finally thank you to Laurence Rushby, Teacher of Art, for organising an art room open day so that our art students could show their friends and families their final pieces of work and portfolios. We can’t share any images just yet but we can tell you that their work is exceptional and our art students should be incredibly proud of what they have achieved. Going forward, we hope to display more of our student’s work around the college – watch this space!   

But if you think we are going to start winding down for the summer holidays, think again! We have art, photography and animation mocks this week and forthcoming events include a year 12 work experience day on Tuesday 24 June for those students who were unable to secure a placement, our Taster Day on Thursday 26 June when we welcome our year 11 applicants for the day and Unlock Year 13 Day on Tuesday 08 July, when we’ll be enrolling our year 12 students into year 13. We are also embarking on a very exciting collaboration with SLAM Creative Studios who are partnering with our Creative Department to provide real-world creative experiences for our students. Through this partnership, SLAM’s team will set real-world project briefs aligned with our creative courses, challenging our students to apply their design and media skills in practice. Providing mentoring, workshops and work experience, SLAM will give our students practical insights into careers in branding, design and digital media and connect them with industry professionals and business owners through guest talks and networking events, broadening their perspective on creative careers. We cannot wait to get started! 

And finally, good luck to S6C students Kyle Spring, James McCarthy-Hill and Adam Mitchell who are aiming to raise £10,000 to support aid efforts in Ukraine!

UCAS/Apprenticeships Information Evening
If you missed the information evening, don’t worry, you’ll find the presentation below along with a recording of the event.
UCAS/Apprenticeships Information Presentation
Event Recording 
Parents guide to university
How to write your personal statement

Match Report: S6C Bournemouth Football Academy vs. Plymouth Argyle
Final Score: Plymouth PD 1 – 6 S6C Bournemouth Academy
After a long road trip, S6C Bournemouth Academy arrived in Plymouth full of confidence and ready to make a statement — and they did just that with an emphatic 6–1 win that keeps them firmly in the title race. The Cherries started brightly, immediately finding their rhythm. A well-worked move saw Aaron deliver a pinpoint cross into the box, which Xavier coolly tucked away to open the scoring. Plymouth, however, responded quickly with a surprise equaliser, momentarily unsettling the visitors. But S6C Bournemouth Academy regained control, and a moment of brilliance from Bowden — a cheeky nutmeg followed by a smart through ball — allowed Max to slot home calmly and restore the lead before the break. Coming out strong in the second half, the cohesion of the S6C Bournemouth Academy midfield and attacking line was on full display. Aaron and Max combined beautifully for S6C Bournemouth Academy’s third, with Aaron finishing decisively. Moments later, Max again beat his man down the flank and delivered a superb cross to the far post, where Bowden was waiting to tap in S6C Bournemouth Academy’s fourth. The attacking onslaught didn’t stop there. As the game wore on, Max turned provider once more, finding Aaron with a precise ball for him to complete his hat-trick and seal an outstanding team performance.
Goal scorers: Xavier/Max/Aaron (3)/Bowden
Assists: Max (4)/Bowden/Aaron
Man of the Match: Bowden – A composed and commanding presence in the middle of the park, Bowden was instrumental in dictating the tempo. With a goal, an assist, and a tireless performance throughout, he was key to S6C Bournemouth Academy dominance on the day. With this vital win, S6C Bournemouth Academy edge ever closer to a potential title triumph. 

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
– YEAR 13 – YOU MUST KEEP INFORMATION CLASSROOM ACTIVE, WITH NOTIFICATIONS ON, AS THERE WILL BE INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO GET YOUR RESULTS, PLUS OTHER NOTICES AS NEEDED. WE EXPECT YOU TO KEEP LOOKING UNTIL RESULTS DAY IN MID AUGUST.
– You are able to contact the pastoral team until the summer if you need help with next steps, careers, or safeguarding.
– If you would like to apply to uni in the next few years, using S6C UCAS, then contact the office or your tutor, and we will do what we can to help.
– Please do keep in touch with us – we really value our S6C alumni!
– If you could do with some toiletries, period products, food basics, or sunscreen, then please do take what you need from the pastoral cupboard opposite SF07. It has been donated to be used!
– The S6C Christian Union have arranged a small free gift for you as you move onto your next steps, so please do take a tin of beans and a cookbook.

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
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.
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, Text Shout,  Young Minds- https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/ (lots of advice, blogs and articles) and Alabare – drop in service available at the Riverside Sanctuary, Salisbury- https://alabare.co.uk/what-we-do/mental-health/ are all there for you.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Monday 16 June
Year 13 A Level Exams 
Tuesday 17 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Art Mock Exam
Wednesday 18 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Photography Mock Exam
Thursday 19 June
Year 13 A Level Exams
Friday 20 June
Year 13 A Level Exams 
Animation Mock Exam
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
Friday 27 June
Year 13 PROM
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
Year 12 Environmental Science Trip
Monday 07 July
MLP Careers Fair at S6C
Tuesday 08 July
Year 12 Unlock Year 13 Day
Wednesday 09 July – Saturday 12 July
Year 12 Geography Trip to Isles of Scilly
Wednesday 16 July
Term Ends at 12.45pm
Thursday 17 July – Friday 29 August
Summer Break

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

2025 Exam Timetable

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
Freshers Day
Friday 27 June
Year 13 PROM
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

25 April 2025
Welcome back! After a late Easter, exam season is already upon us and we’d like to wish everyone good luck.  

The next few months are dominated by exams and it can feel overwhelming at times. 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

2025 Exam Timetable

S6C/WSE Football Tour
04 April 2025: Another really great day today. It was the last training session where the lads were given a certificate for their progress whilst on tour. We then went to the magnificent San Siro stadium for a tour. Watched and supported the year 10s and 11s play. Followed by a lovely meal and walk for an Italian ice cream.

05 April 2025:  Wow what a busy day. We were up at 6am and back at midnight. We created some amazing memories.

A full day at Gaardaland Theme park, followed by watching AC Milan at the San Siro. What a day!

06 April 2025: We have landed and are now on the coach to Salisbury. The students have been incredible throughout the five days.

Charlie Sladen was given ‘student of the tour’ for his politeness, manners and performance during training, all whilst managing his injury. His leadership on and off the pitch was exemplary. A real role model for the younger students on tour.

We finished the tour with a friendly football tournament.

What a tour. This is my eighth Football tour and this was the best……mostly down to the students.

Adam Jones
Director of Sport

UCAS Discovery 2025
On Wednesday our year 12 students travelled to Winchester University for UCAS Discovery, meeting universities, employers and apprenticeship providers and attending Q&As about options, UCAS applications and key degree subjects. Thank you to all our students for behaving impeccably and using this fabulous opportunity to explore your next steps. 

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. If you have already applied, once we receive your school reference you will be invited to one of our interview evenings, the last of which takes place on 30 April. Following a successful interview we will offer you a place (which is conditional upon achieving the entry requirements for your subject choices). 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: Accommodation and student support panel discussion (1 May 2025)
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

Tuesday 22 April
Term Begins
Year 13 Assessment Week
Wednesday 23 April
Year 12 UCAS Discovery Day – Winchester University
AFC Bournemouth S6C v Newport County A
Thursday 24 April
Year 12 Vocational Mock Exams
Friday 25 April
Year 12 Vocational Mock Exams
Monday 28 April
Year 12 Vocational Mock Exams
Tuesday 29 April
Year 12 Vocational Mock Exams
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exams 
Wednesday 30 April
Year 12 Vocational Mock Exams
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exams 
Interview Afternoon
Thursday 01 May
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exams 
Year 13 Applied Law Exam 
Monday 05 May
Bank Holiday
Thursday 08 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Creative Showcase! An evening of celebration and screenings of the Year 13 Creative Production Work 5pm-7pm

Friday 09 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
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
Freshers Day
Friday 27 June
Year 13 PROM
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

04 April 2025
Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Well done to our students who undertook the two day practice expedition for their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE). The DofE is open to any young person aged 14-24. Each young person builds their own DofE programmes – picking their own activities and choosing which cause to volunteer for – in order to achieve a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award. We’re really proud of our students and are also very grateful to Eva Dyson, our Study Skills Mentor, for accompanying them and documenting their experience.

“We had a bit of rain, a bit of wind, lots of sunshine, frost at night and lots of marshmallows! Our students were absolutely amazing, I am so proud of them.”

Eva Dyson

Competition Winner
Congratulations to Freya Eastman, winner of the ‘Reading in unusual places’ competition for World Book Day, who received a well-deserved Waterstones voucher. 

Easter Revision Sessions
During the Easter holidays we will be offering a range of Easter revision activities in college. Please take advantage of these activities and attend the ones which are relevant to you. This can be a great way for students to gain momentum in their preparation for the exams. Please see the list below of sessions that are running and the times these sessions will run.

History Trip to Hampton Court Palace
Yesterday, the History department visited Hampton Court Palace, the famous Tudor residence, to undertake an A level source analysis workshop.

This has been a fantastic opportunity for our students to bring to life their Tudor studies with a workshop which has been designed to complement the syllabus.

During the session, students evaluated the stability of the monarchy and the extent of the religious turbulence under King Edward VI, Queen Mary I and Queen Elizabeth I. They were also able to explore the palace buildings and analyse contemporary sources in order to better understand themes of the Mid-Tudor Crisis.

Sport
Final Rugby Match of the Season
MLP Rugby Academy: “What a journey it has been these last 2 years!

So proud of these lads and everything they have achieved. Been unbelievable! Thank you year 13s.

You leave the shirt in a very good place and hand over to the year 11s & year 12s.

The future of MLP rugby is very bright.

What an evening of local youth rugby in Salisbury!”

S6C/WSE Football Tour
After a very early start, the S6C/WSE Football Tour to Inter-Milan has begun. First stop: KONAMI Youth Development Centre.

Director of Sport, Adam Jones, reports: “Fantastic day in Milan. Students have been absolutely brilliant.

Training was class but the games even better. Against tough Italian opposition we went 2-0 down. We got one back, through Oscar. With time running out, the ball went up to Luke Thorndike who passed to Merritt to curl an absolute screamer. Mayhem. Great scenes.

Then we finished the day walking around the centre of Milan. What a beautiful city.”

What an amazing experience for our students!

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. If you have already applied, once we received your school reference you will have been invited to one of our interview evenings, the last of which takes place on 30 April. Following a successful interview we will offer you a place which is conditional upon achieving the entry requirements for your subject choices and you will be able to log in to your application to accept the offer. 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: Accommodation and student support panel discussion (1 May 2025)
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.
University Bursary Grants
Wiltshire Community Foundation is offering University Bursary grants to support young people in Wiltshire and Swindon with the costs of studying for an undergraduate degree. Each bursary provides £1,600 per year of your course, helping with essential expenses like travel, books, or general living costs. As long as your circumstances remain the same, you’ll continue to receive the grant for each academic year of your degree. To be eligible, you must:
– Have parents/guardians (or yourself) claiming at least 2 Means-Tested Benefits or 2 elements of Universal Credit OR be a Looked After Child (in the care of Wiltshire Council or Swindon Borough Council);
– Be aged between 17–24 years when you apply;
– Have lived in Wiltshire or Swindon for at least 2 years (or have your family home there if you’re already at university);
– Be eligible for funding through Student Finance England;
– Be planning to study (or already studying) for your first undergraduate degree at a UK university, college, or institution.
Don’t Miss Out! Applications close on 11 April 2025 – apply today!
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.
Year 13 Assembly
This week’s Year 13 assembly was a fact and evidence based look at vaping to allow students to draw well informed conclusions. We covered the marketing history of vapes and the ensuing court cases in the US, the mechanism and ingredients that makes vaping pleasurable and addictive, the effect of addiction on the brain, the scientifically proven short term benefits of legal vaping v smoking, and the rise in illegal vapes in UK colleges including those contaminated with the drug Spice and those containing illegal chemicals linked to cancer. We shared resources for finding out more about quitting smoking or vaping. Do talk to your Year 13 students and see what they think. The Netflix documentary The Rise and Fall of Big Vape is fascinating, and the slides we used are on their Information Classroom. Our school nurse is happy to talk to students. And anyone can find excellent non judgemental information on any substance using the Frank website or helpline.

This app gives info on using vaping to quit smoking – which is an excellent idea. And then gives advice on the difficult stage of quitting vaping. Support is always at hand. 

You might also like to try this free app to keep a track of your vaping and find patterns and ideas for cutting down on dependency.
Easter Break
– Have a safe, restful and productive Easter break.
– As ever, actively manage any risks, and be well informed – sun, open water, substances and alcohol, parties, driving and being a passenger …. Look after yourselves and each other.
– 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.
– 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. 
– If you are struggling then please do talk to Liz or myself on your return. 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. 
– In the meantime 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

Wednesday 02 – Sunday 06 April
Football Trip to Inter Milan
Friday 04 April
Term Ends
Monday 07 April – Monday 21 April
Easter Break
Thursday 10 April
Revision Sessions
Tuesday 15 April
Revision Sessions
Tuesday 22 April
Term Begins
Year 13 Assessment Week
Wednesday 23 April
Year 12 UCAS Discovery Day – Winchester University
AFC Bournemouth S6C v Newport County A
Thursday 24 April
Year 12 Vocational Mock Exams
Friday 25 April
Year 12 Vocational Mock Exams
Monday 28 April
Year 12 Vocational Mock Exams
Tuesday 29 April
Year 12 Vocational Mock Exams
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exams 
Wednesday 30 April
Year 12 Vocational Mock Exams
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exams 
Interview Afternoon
Thursday 01 May
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exams 
Year 13 Applied Law Exam 
Monday 05 May
Bank Holiday
Thursday 08 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
Creative Showcase! An evening of celebration and screenings of the Year 13 Creative Production Work 5pm-7pm
Friday 09 May
Year 13 Vocational Exams
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 
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
Freshers Day
Friday 27 June
Year 13 PROM
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

21 March 2025
This week we are congratulating our Vocational course students for their brilliant results. Our Vocational courses provide a practical, work related route to higher education, employment or apprenticeships and are ideal preparation for practical degree courses, for example sports science, business management, IT systems or nursing. Students can choose to study either A Levels or vocational courses, or a combination of both. Itʼs all about what works for them and their future aspirations. 

Lessons from Auschwitz
Last week four students, accompanied by Head of College Ben Hillier, travelled to Poland as part of The Holocaust Educational Trust’s Lessons from Auschwitz Project (LFA Project). This educational and commemorative project offers post-16 students the opportunity to learn about the Holocaust and consider its relevance for today. Through participation in Lessons from Auschwitz, students enhance their skills and show leadership – demonstrating commitment outside of the classroom through sharing the legacy of this dark period in history.

Meet The Animals
All those with ophidiophobia look away now! For those without a fear of snakes, meet Galaxy, who visited us on Friday thanks to Crazy Creatures in the New Forest. There were other creatures but Galaxy was everyone’s favourite by far! 

Student Union
Congratulations to the following year 12 students, who have been appointed Student Union Reps:
Mental Health Officer – James Clapham
Mental Health Officer – Lily Hammond
College Community Officer – Jake Wakefield
College Community Officer – Phoebe Peace
Equality and Diversity Officer – Taiya Lancaster
Equality and Diversity Officer – Casey Wilkinson
Eco and Sustainability Officer – Lena Smith
Eco and Sustainability Officer – Freya Eastman
STEM Faculty Representative – Grace Pearce
STEM Faculty Representative – Raffy Baluyot
Humanities Faculty Representative – Katie Palmer
Humanities Faculty Representative – Gabi Kennerson
Creative and Vocational Faculty Representative – Kacper Ostrowsk

The students met for the first time last week and we are looking forward to seeing them build on the very strong foundations laid by the Year 13 Student Union. Thank you to our Year 13 SU for all your hard work fundraising, supporting mental health, marketing and promotional work, evenings spent meeting prospective students and parents and generally being brilliant advocates for S6C. The SU is an important part of the college communication structure and we really do value your thoughts and comments and the work that you put in throughout your time with us.

Interview Evenings
Don’t forget we still have a number of interview evenings coming up, providing the perfect opportunity to meet teachers and ask them not only about the courses we offer but also our extra-curricular activities and college life at S6C. Our next interview evenings take place on Tuesday 01 April and Wednesday 30 April. We look forward to seeing you!

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 a free online event for parents and carers on 27 March from 6-7pm called Supporting your child: Student finance, scholarships, bursaries and budgeting. REGISTER HERE
They are also hosting the following webinars:
Supporting your child: Accommodation and student support panel discussion (1 May 2025)
Supporting your child’s UCAS application for courses starting in 2026 (29 May 2025)
Please email student-recruitment-team@bath.ac.uk with any questions.

Easter Revision Sessions
The subjects below are running additional revision sessions over Easter. Please speak to your class teachers for times as some lessons are all day and some are for half a day. Make sure you attend if you can. It’s time for 10/10 effort!
Thursday 10 April
Chemistry – Nigel Roper
Film – Lainey Hughes
Psychology – Kirsty White
Business Studies – Stephen Price
English Literature – Rebecca Anderson
Tuesday 15 April
History and Religious Studies – Sally Tye
Biology – Nicky Miller
Physics – Stephen Barrington

Sport
A fantastic afternoon of rugby at the Reading Blue Coat School’s 7s tournament. We’re really proud of the S6C team, holding their own against some really strong schools!
– St Benedict’s L 12-7 – a great first game against the overall winners
– Reading School W 50-0 – blew them away and a clean sheet too!
– Blue Coat School W 17-7 – nice to beat the hosting side 
– Third place play off St Edward’s Oxford L 27-12 – S6C were leading until half time but St Edward’s were ruthless
Well done lads! 

On Wednesday 26 March S6C will be defending their title at the State 7s and then the season ends with the BWS 15s, giving the year 13s a proper send off! Good luck S6C!

Neurodiversity Week
We have been celebrating all the different kinds of neurodivergent people at our college; if they’re autistic, dyspraxic, dyslexic, they have ADHD, OCD, dyscalculia, Tourette’s. It is good to acknowledge that getting a diagnosis can be difficult and there are people at our college who may be questioning if they are neurodivergent – they are included in neurodiversity celebration week. Amelia Gane is our neurodivergent lead on the student union and she said the following ‘I just want to say that I have found our college immensely accepting of me as an autistic individual and all my specialist needs have been met, allowing me to flourish in areas I before was held back in. I hope that other neurodivergent students feel the same.’

If you would like to read stories about being neurodivergent please feel free to read some of these https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/stories

This week we have sought to raise awareness of how the world can look from a neurodiverse perspective. Please see the links below to some videos of how a person with autism may find ‘everyday’ events such as going to the shops, going to school or going for a job interview.  Sensory overload affects many autistic people.  It is something we can all be more mindful of.

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Applications for 2025 Entry
We have now passed our application entry deadline and whilst we still accept late applications we are unable to guarantee places in your chosen courses until enrolment has started in August. For those who submitted their application before 31 January but have not received confirmation of a completed reference, your application will still be classed and processed as if completed before the deadline. Once we have received your school reference your application will be marked as completed and we will send you an invitation to one of our interview evenings. The dates of forthcoming interview evenings are 01 April and 30 April. Following a successful interview we will offer you a place which is conditional upon achieving the entry requirements for your subject choices. You will be able to log in to your application to accept the offer. 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
Health
The safeguarding team have had a bulletin about students in Wiltshire becoming seriously unwell in a vape related incident. It is not clear from the info whether people know they are buying synthetic THC vapes (spice) and are suffering side effects, which have recently included seizures. Or whether standard refillable fruit vapes have been contaminated. Please be very careful when vaping and seek medical attention if you feel physically or mentally unwell. You might also like to consider talking to the school nurse about giving up smoking or vaping for your general wellbeing.
Diversity and Inclusivity
– This month we are wishing Ramadan Mubarak to all our muslim students and their families and wishing you a blessed holy month. Students have been reminded to let us know if we can support them in any way. Our carpeted Reflection Room has a shoe rack, prayer mat, and a throw to cover the images on the books and is available for prayer. Students can collect the key from Reception. Students can also be excused for Friday prayer or family gatherings but do need to let me know please, and we will confirm arrangements with parents/carers.
– Some students are also marking Lent, and then we will be into both Easter and Passover. 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.
University Bursary Grants
Wiltshire Community Foundation is offering University Bursary grants to support young people in Wiltshire and Swindon with the costs of studying for an undergraduate degree. Each bursary provides £1,600 per year of your course, helping with essential expenses like travel, books, or general living costs. As long as your circumstances remain the same, you’ll continue to receive the grant for each academic year of your degree.
To be eligible, you must:
– Have parents/guardians (or yourself) claiming at least 2 Means-Tested Benefits or 2 elements of Universal Credit OR be a Looked After Child (in the care of Wiltshire Council or Swindon Borough Council);
– Be aged between 17–24 years when you apply;
– Have lived in Wiltshire or Swindon for at least 2 years (or have your family home there if you’re already at university);
– Be eligible for funding through Student Finance England;
– Be planning to study (or already studying) for your first undergraduate degree at a UK university, college, or institution.
Don’t Miss Out! Applications close on 11 April 2025 – apply today!
New Support Service
Welcome to Zoe the College Nurse! She will be running 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.
Smoking and Vaping – online training for parents/carers

Fine Art, Photography and Animation
EXHIBITION CLOSING SOON! Don’t miss seeing the work of our year 12 art, photography and animation students on display at the Salisbury Schools Exhibition at The Young Gallery/The Library, Market Walk, Salisbury SP1 1BL.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Friday 28 March
Year 13 DC8 Reports published on Parent Portal
Tuesday 01 April
Interview Evening
Wednesday 02 April
AFC Bournemouth S6C v Bristol Rovers B
Wednesday 02 – Sunday 06 April
Football Trip to Inter Milan
Thursday 03 April
Year 12 DC4 Reports published on Parent Portal
Year 13 History Trip to Hampton Court
Friday 04 April
Term Ends
Monday 07 April – Monday 21 April
Easter Break
Thursday 10 April
Revision Sessions
Tuesday 15 April
Revision Sessions
Tuesday 22 April
Term Begins
Year 13 Assessment Week
Wednesday 23 April
Year 12 UCAS Discovery Day – Winchester University
AFC Bournemouth S6C v Newport County A
Monday 28 April
Year 12 Vocational Mocks
Tuesday 29 April
Year 12 Vocational Mocks
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exam
Wednesday 30 April
Year 12 Vocational Mocks
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exam
Interview Afternoon
Thursday 01 May
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exam
Monday 05 May
Bank Holiday
Thursday 08 May
Creative Showcase! An evening of celebration and screenings of the Year 13 Creative Production Work 5pm-7pm
Monday 12 May
Mental Health Awareness Week
Thursday 15 May
Year 13 DC9 Reports published on Parent Portal
Monday 26 May – Friday 30 May
Half Term
Monday 02 June
Term Begins
Monday 12 June
Year 12 Mocks Assessment Week – off timetable
Monday 23 June
Year 12 Biology/Environmental Science Trip to Marwell Zoo
Tuesday 24 June
Last Day of Exams
Year 12 History Trip to Chalke History Festival
Wednesday 25 June
Freshers Day
Thursday 26 June
Freshers Day
Friday 27 June
Year 13 PROM
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 16 July
Term Ends
Thursday 17 July – Friday 29 August
Summer Break

We are delighted with our latest performance figures, recently published at Compare School and College Performance, with an ABOVE AVERAGE progress score for our A Level students and 88% of our students progressing to education or employment, compared to a local authority average of 82% and an England average of 80%.

S6C continues to grow and improve and we are all incredibly proud of our students’ achievements. Thank you to everyone for all your hard work and making S6C such a success!

S6C is a really special place. Students thrive and exceed expectations, parents witness their children grow and become exceptional young adults, staff are a close-knit team who enjoy going the extra mile to achieve brilliant results.  

From September 2025, we require an outstanding teacher to teach:
– Applied Law Extended Certificate
– Ability to teach a second Humanities based subject at A level

Applied Law is one of our most popular and oversubscribed courses.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to work in a growing college which has the potential to expand further over the coming years. The post-holder will be well supported as part of a flourishing faculty and will have the freedom to be innovative, along with providing the flexibility our college needs to continue to perform with excellence.

• Candidates are welcome to visit the college or have an informal discussion with the Head of College or Humanities Faculty Leader.
• ECTs are welcome to apply.
• Part-time options will be considered for the right candidate.
• Immediate interviews will be arranged for suitable candidates, and we reserve the right to close this advertisement on appointment of the successful applicant.
• Please note – you must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role.

Click here to find out more and apply.

07 March 2025

This week we have so much to celebrate! 

Huge congratulations to our Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) students, 86% of whom recently achieved A*, A or B in their final assessment. Our EPQ helps students develop and demonstrate their project management skills and provides opportunities for extended writing, both of which are highly valued for progression to higher education and employment. Students can tailor their project to fit their individual needs, choices and aspirations and the outcome of the project can be a design, performance, report, dissertation or artefact. An excellent way for students to stretch themselves and use the skills they learn to complement their other courses. 

Student Harry Dickins WINS! Harry competed at the Swift Schools Championship at Frilford Heath last Sunday and Monday. Competing against some of the best young golfers in the country, Harry shot a brilliant final round 69 (-3) to claim a one-shot win and take the title! A fantastic achievement – well done Harry!   

Our year 13 students have all been brilliant during their mock exams this week. Approaching each exam with maturity, they have shown us what amazing young adults they are becoming.

We celebrated World Book Day yesterday with a number of fab costumes, blind date with a book, a display of photos of Staff Caught Reading and door signs of staff members’ favourite books, current reads and recommendations. 

Thank you to our Animation, Creative Media and Film Studies students, who behaved impeccably on their visit to the Pinewood Studios Futures Festival 2025.

Congratulations to the following year 12 students, who have been appointed Student Union Reps:
Mental Health Officer – James Clapham
Mental Health Officer – Lily Hammond
College Community Officer – Jake Wakefield
College Community Officer – Phoebe Peace
Equality and Diversity Officer – Taiya Lancaster
Equality and Diversity Officer – Casey Wilkinson
Eco and Sustainability Officer – Lena Smith
Eco and Sustainability Officer – Freya Eastman
STEM Faculty Representative – Grace Pearce
STEM Faculty Representative – Raffy Baluyot
Humanities Faculty Representative – Katie Palmer
Humanities Faculty Representative – Gabi Kennerson
Creative and Vocational Faculty Representative – Kacper Ostrowsk

It’s International Women’s Day on 08 March and this week Year 12 gathered to look at this year’s theme, Accelerate Action, and take part in a variety of discussion starters around equality, bias, stereotyping, unhelpful gender expectations and role models. The organisation is inclusive and encourages everyone to play their part in seeking equality.  

Special thanks must go to S6C Governors Sarah Bersey and Holly Conroy, who visited us to look at our SEND provision. They observed lessons, met with our SENDCo Nicky Miller and her deputies Frankie Church and Emma McAndrew and spoke to a number of students.   

Don’t forget we still have a number of interview evenings coming up, providing the perfect opportunity to meet teachers and ask them not only about the courses we offer but also our extra-curricular activities and college life at S6C. Our next interview evenings take place on Wednesday 12 March, Tuesday 01 April and Wednesday 30 April. We look forward to seeing you!

Fine Art, Photography and Animation
Please come and see the work of our year 12 art, photography and animation students on display at the Salisbury Schools Exhibition at The Young Gallery/The Library, Market Walk, Salisbury SP1 1BL.

Applications for 2025 Entry
We have now passed our application entry deadline and whilst we still accept late applications we are unable to guarantee places in your chosen courses until enrolment has started in August. For those who submitted their application before 31 January but have not received confirmation of a completed reference, your application will still be classed and processed as if completed before the deadline. Once we have received your school reference your application will be marked as completed and we will send you an invitation to one of our interview evenings. The dates of forthcoming interview evenings are 12 March, 01 April and 30 April. Following a successful interview we will offer you a place which is conditional upon achieving the entry requirements for your subject choices. You will be able to log in to your application to accept the offer. We look forward to seeing you in September!

Rebecca Anderson – Pastoral Lead
Diversity and Inclusivity
– It is good to celebrate our lives together! February was LGBTQ+ history month and we shared lots of resources to celebrate and reflect on the history of queer identity, but students have been reminded that being well educated, well informed, and kind to each other, is part of everyday life all year round.
– This month we are wishing Ramadan Mubarak to all our muslim students and their families and wishing you a blessed holy month. Students have been reminded to let us know if we can support them in any way. Our carpeted Reflection Room has a shoe rack, prayer mat, and a throw to cover the images on the books and is available for prayer. Students can collect the key from Reception. Students can also be excused for Friday prayer or family gatherings but do need to let me know please, and we will confirm arrangements with parents/carers.
– Some students are also marking Lent, and then we will be into both Easter and Passover. 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.
University Bursary Grants
Are you about to begin your university journey? Wiltshire Community Foundation is offering University Bursary grants to support young people in Wiltshire and Swindon with the costs of studying for an undergraduate degree. Each bursary provides £1,600 per year of your course, helping with essential expenses like travel, books, or general living costs. As long as your circumstances remain the same, you’ll continue to receive the grant for each academic year of your degree.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible, you must:
– Have parents/guardians (or yourself) claiming at least 2 Means-Tested Benefits or 2 elements of Universal Credit OR be a Looked After Child (in the care of Wiltshire Council or Swindon Borough Council);
– Be aged between 17–24 years when you apply;
– Have lived in Wiltshire or Swindon for at least 2 years (or have your family home there if you’re already at university);
– Be eligible for funding through Student Finance England;
– Be planning to study (or already studying) for your first undergraduate degree at a UK university, college, or institution.
Don’t Miss Out! Applications close on 11 April 2025 – apply today!
New Support Service
Welcome to Zoe the College Nurse! She will be running 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.
Smoking and Vaping – online training for parents/carers

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Friday 07 March
Science Week
Wednesday 12 March
Mock Moderation Afternoon
Interview Evening
AFC Bournemouth S6C v Exeter City C
Monday 17 March
Year 12 DC4 Assessment Week
Wednesday 19 March
Year 13 A Level Business Trip to Bristol
AFC Bournemouth S6C v Plymouth Argyle – Newton Abbott B
Thursday 20 March
Lessons from Auschwitz Trip (selected students)
Tuesday 25 March
Celebrating Cultures Day
Friday 28 March
Year 13 DC8 Reports published on Parent Portal
Tuesday 01 April
Interview Evening
Wednesday 02 April
AFC Bournemouth S6C v Bristol Rovers B
Wednesday 02 – Sunday 06 April
Football Trip to Inter Milan
Thursday 03 April
Year 12 DC4 Reports published on Parent Portal
Friday 04 April
Term Ends
Monday 07 April – Monday 21 April
Easter Break
Tuesday 22 April
Term Begins
Year 13 Assessment Week
Wednesday 23 April
Year 12 UCAS Discovery Day Winchester
AFC Bournemouth S6C v Newport County A
Monday 28 April
Year 12 Vocational Mocks
Tuesday 29 April
Year 12 Vocational Mocks
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exam
Wednesday 30 April
Year 12 Vocational Mocks
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exam
Interview Afternoon
Thursday 01 May
Year 13 Art and Photography A Level Exam
Monday 05 May
Bank Holiday
Thursday 08 May
Creative Showcase! An evening of celebration and screenings of the Year 13 Creative Production Work 5pm-7pm
Monday 12 May
Mental Health Awareness Week
Thursday 15 May
Year 13 DC9 Reports published on Parent Portal
Monday 26 May – Friday 30 May
Half Term
Monday 02 June
Term Begins
Monday 12 June
Year 12 Mocks Assessment Week – off timetable
Tuesday 24 June
Last Day of Exams
Year 12 History Trip to Chalke History Festival
Wednesday 25 June
Freshers Day
Thursday 26 June
Freshers Day
Friday 27 June
Year 13 PROM
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 16 July
Term Ends
Thursday 17 July – Friday 29 August
Summer Break

Thank you to the Salisbury Journal for highlighting this wonderful initiative led by S6C STEM Faculty Lead, Kirsty White.

TRAINED therapy dog Paddy and a group of teenage volunteers are helping children discover a love of books at a primary school.

Salisbury 6th Form College and Pembroke Park Primary School are working together on the ‘Pages with Paddy’ programme.

Both institutions are part of the Magna Learning Partnership.

Two-year-old Paddy and students from the 6th form worked with Old Sarum Primary School on the same scheme before Christmas.

The programme sees Year 3 pupils from Pembroke Park read to Paddy or one of the 6th form volunteers on Tuesday afternoons at the school’s library.

Paddy with Kirsty White (Image: Newsquest)

Paddy’s owner Kirsty White, who teaches Psychology at the 6th form and is the STEM faculty lead, heads up the programme with the support of Pembroke Park acting headteacher Clare McCracken and college head Ben Hillier.

She took Paddy through six months of training with Therapy Dog Training UK and The Kennel Club to make sure he is safe to work with children.

She believes it is especially beneficial for children who have not built a regular habit of reading at home.

“I looked at the research evidence of how beneficial it can be for children,” she said.

“It’s lovely to see how excited the pupils get about reading, and this develops their love for reading.

“It helps them build that association that reading is fun.”

Volunteers Jess and Jay with head of Salisbury 6th Form Ben Hillier (Image: Newsquest)

Kirsty says the scheme is also beneficial for the 6th form volunteers, some of whom have included the experience in their university applications.

Mrs McCracken says it can be hard for teaching staff to find the time to listen to the children reading, making this a valuable exercise as it means 10 pupils can spend time with Paddy or a volunteer at a time.

“The children come alive, and it’s really impactful,” she said.

“Paddy brings that calming nature, and it broadens out reading and shows they don’t have to read on their own; they can read with animals or to their teddies.

“It’s good to see their interaction with the sixth form students, too. It’s a nice calm time with no pressure.”

Paddy brings a sense of calm to the reading sessions (Image: Newsquest)

Mr Hillier, as head of college, is keen to encourage his students to take part in voluntary activities to boost their confidence, while strengthening relationships within the Magna Learning Partnership.

He said: “We want all of the pupils here to end up at the college one day. Our students are role models, as well.

“It’s the right thing to do to give back within the trust.

“I owe a lot to Kirsty for this one. It’s all her hard work that has made this possible – I just drive the minibus sometimes!”

Paddy’s training means he is safe to work in schools, care homes and hospitals as a therapy dog (Image: Newsquest)

Volunteer Jess, who is in Year 13, said it was a no-brainer to get involved – not least because it means she can work with Paddy.

“Paddy’s always around the college,” she said.

“I’m a big fan – I love him to bits.

“Kirsty asked if I would be interested in helping out at a primary school with their reading. It sounded like a lot of fun.

“It’s a nice chilled out experience. It’s beneficial to the younger children, but there are lots of benefits for us, too.”

Click here to go to the Salisbury Journal: Salisbury Journal Article

INTRO TO ANIMATION
TUE 25 MAR 3.30PM-4.30PM

If you like art and digital technology, the S6C Animation A Level may be the perfect course for you!

To find out more, join us for our ‘intro to animation’ workshop where you will meet our teachers and year 12 animators and try out stop motion animation.

Email admissions@s6c.mlp.college to book your place!