S6C UPDATE

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October 2026

Absence
Please note that it is essential for parents and carers to let the office know about student absence ASAP on every day of absence by calling the office: 01722 597970 or via email: office@s6c.mlp.college

Personal Study
For those who are new to a 16-19 setting, at S6C we expect all students to complete at least 4.5 hours of personal study per subject per week. This equates to 50% of their course requirement, the other 50% being undertaken in class. In the unfortunate event that a teacher is absent, we expect our students to approach their work with maturity and continue with their personal study in that subject. There will always be plenty of work available on Google classroom to ensure that students do not fall behind. We understand that this is a rather different ethos to secondary school so if you have any particular concerns in this area, please feel free to contact us.

Free School Meals
From September 2026, the government extended the provision of a free meal in college to all households who are in receipt of Universal Credit. You can apply for a free meal through the college free meal and bursary system. Households where the total income is less than £36,000 may also qualify for assistance through the 16-19 bursary programme. If your young person has received a bursary in 2025/26 they will have been issued with a renewal email on 1st July where they will be asked to sign into the bursary system and either complete a declaration stating that the financial circumstances of the household have not changed or submit revised income information. Please ensure your young person does this in good time as we will be unable to renew bus passes for the new term without this.

Summer Reading Challenge
Over the summer staff completed the S6C Summer Reading Challenge, championed by Emma McAndrew, teacher of English Language, which highlights the importance of reading for pleasure for both educational purposes as well as personal development. Staff read nearly 35000 pages and here are some of their recommendations…

Pastoral Update
Rebecca Anderson, Pastoral Lead and Designated Safeguarding Lead has shared the following information with students about support and wellbeing in college:
– You need to have notifications on during reasonable working hours and check this Classroom daily.
– It won’t all be relevant to you all the time, but anything that is relevant to you will be on here.
– You have to keep looking! Every tutor session you will have a prompt to look back and check, but please also keep up in between.
– Urgent notices, wellbeing notices, current affairs, support information, events information, behaviour expectations, exam timetables, key dates will all be on here.
– In tutor, you have explored slides about safeguarding and how to get help and all kinds of support in college. I’ve put these up on the plasma screens as well, so make sure you know where to come for help, and come sooner rather than later. We are genuinely all here for you!
– Any worries, speak to your tutor, or come and find me or message me on Chat and I can either see you or point you to the relevant member of the team.

Parents and carers are encouraged to look at the slides (link below) so you know where your young person can get support. The team are also happy to be contacted directly with any queries or concerns – you can message office@s6c.mlp.college and they will forward it, or call us for direct details. For concerns about the safety of an S6C student please email safeguarding@s6c.mlp.college


School Nurse
Jennie is our school nurse and she comes into college every Tuesday from 12pm-1pm for a drop in session. Students can talk to her about any medical or mental health issue. She can also get you signed up for the free contraception service – there are QR codes for the Wiltshire e-card app around college as well. Our local sexual health service is WISE (posters in most toilets round college) but you can have an initial chat with Jennie if you have any concerns or questions. No issue is too big or too small. If Jennie can’t help then she will signpost you to the right service. Chats with Jennie are confidential and she will only contact parents or the safeguarding team if there is a real danger to you and she needs to keep you safe. If you’d like me to introduce you to Jennie and see you through the door, then message me, I won’t ask you why you want to see her. Once a month Jennie will have a wellbeing stand in the foyer so do say hi and look at the information. The school nurse service can be messaged any time and there are also posters for this. Stay safe and well!

 

Staying safe on the way to and from college
We want all students to feel safe in our local city, especially on their way to and from college. If anyone has any issues then please let us know so that we can follow these up.

Community and inclusivity at S6C
In addition to our tutor programme, we have a programme of college community events and Awareness Days, which we launch with Black History Month in October. If students celebrate a religious or faith based festival that you would like us to note (eg Diwali), or you would like us to include a specific Awareness Day (eg World Down’s Syndrome Day) then please do let Rebecca know and we will consider these for the Calendar.

 2026-2027 Term Dates

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
8 Sept, Tue
Royal Literary Fund Academic Writing Workshops
9 Sept, Wed
Yr 13 Biology trip to Kimmeridge
10 Sept, Thu
6 – 6:30pm DofE parents info session
14 Sept, Mon
YR 13 DC6 ASSESSMENT WEEK
15 Sept, Tue
YR 13 DC6 ASSESSMENT WEEK
Yr 13 Biology/Env Sci trip to Studland
16 Sept, Wed
YR 13 DC6 ASSESSMENT WEEK
17 Sept, Thu
YR 13 DC6 ASSESSMENT WEEK
18 Sept, Fri
YR 13 DC6 ASSESSMENT WEEK
21 Sept, Mon
YR 12 DC1 ASSESSMENT WEEK
22 Sept, Tue
YR 12 DC1 ASSESSMENT WEEK
Yr 12/13 Art trip to local galleries
23 Sept, Wed
YR 12 DC1 ASSESSMENT WEEK
24 Sept, Thu
YR 12 DC1 ASSESSMENT WEEK
25 Sept, Fri
YR 12 DC1 ASSESSMENT WEEK
Macmillan Fundraising Coffee Morning
28 Sept, Mon
H&SC/Child Development First Aid Course
29 Sept, Tue
Yr 12 Photography trip to Lacock Abbey
1 Oct, Thu
2027 APPLICATIONS OPEN
YR 13 DC6 REPORTS ON PARENT PORTAL
2 Oct, Fri
H&SC/Child Development First Aid Course
5 Oct, Mon
Yr 12 Art Articulation trip to Roche Court
6 Oct, Tue
Yr 13 Art and Animation trip to Bristol Galleries
8 Oct, Thu
YR 12 DC1 REPORTS ON PARENT PORTAL
4:15 – 7:30pm Open Evening
14 Oct, Wed
Yr 13 History trip to Salisbury Museum
16 Oct, Fri
END OF TERM
19 Oct, Mon
HALF TERM
2 Nov, Mon
START OF TERM
3 Nov, Tue
GCSE exams
4 Nov, Wed
GCSE exams
5 Nov, Thu
GCSE exams
6 Nov, Fri
GCSE exams
9 Nov, Mon
GCSE exams
YR 12 DC2 ASSESSMENT WEEK
10 Nov, Tue
GCSE exams
YR 12 DC2 ASSESSMENT WEEK
4:15 – 7:30pm Open Evening
11 Nov, Wed
GCSE exams
YR 12 DC2 ASSESSMENT WEEK
12 Nov, Thu
GCSE exams
YR 12 DC2 ASSESSMENT WEEK
Psychology Brain Day
13 Nov, Fri
YR 12 DC2 ASSESSMENT WEEK
18 Nov, Wed
H&SC, Human Biology and PE trip to Body Worlds & Science Museum
24 Nov, Tue
Yr12/13 Film; Yr12/13 Creative; Y12 Animation trip to Harry Potter Studios
26 Nov, Thu
YR 12 DC2 REPORTS ON PARENT PORTAL
30 Nov, Mon
YR 13 DC7 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
1 Dec, Tue
YR 13 DC7 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
2 Dec, Wed
YR 13 DC7 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
3 Dec, Thu
YR 13 DC7 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
4 Dec, Fri
YR 13 DC7 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
7 Dec, Mon
YR 13 DC7 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
8 Dec, Tue
YR 13 DC7 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
4:15 – 7pm Year 12 Parents Evening
18 Dec, Fri
END OF TERM
21 Dec, Mon
CHRISTMAS BREAK
4 Jan, Mon
STAFF TRAINING DAY
5 Jan, Tue
START OF TERM
Vocational Exams
6 Jan, Wed
Vocational Exams
7 Jan, Thu
Vocational Exams
YR 13 DC7 REPORTS ON PARENT PORTAL
8 Jan, Fri
Vocational Exams
11 Jan, Mon
Vocational Exams
12 Jan, Tue
Vocational Exams
13 Jan, Wed
Vocational Exams
4:15 – 6:30pm Year 13 Parents Evening
14 Jan, Thu
Vocational Exams
15 Jan, Fri
Vocational Exams
25 Jan, Mon
YR 12 DC3 ASSESSMENT WEEK
26 Jan, Tue
YR 12 DC3 ASSESSMENT WEEK
27 Jan, Wed
YR 12 DC3 ASSESSMENT WEEK
Appren-T-Fest 2027
28 Jan, Thu
YR 12 DC3 ASSESSMENT WEEK
29 Jan, Fri
YR 12 DC3 ASSESSMENT WEEK
31 Jan, Sun
2027 APPLICATIONS CLOSE
11 Feb, Thu
YR 12 DC3 REPORTS PUBLISHED ON PARENT PORTAL
12 Feb, Fri
END OF TERM
15 Feb, Mon
HALF TERM
22 Feb, Mon
START OF TERM
1 Mar, Mon
YR 13 DC8 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
2 Mar, Tue
YR 13 DC8 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
3 Mar, Wed
YR 13 DC8 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
4 Mar, Thu
YR 13 DC8 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
World Book Day
5 Mar, Fri
YR 13 DC8 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK
H&SC and Early Years Childcare and Education Expo London
15 Mar, Mon
YR 12 DC4 ASSESSMENT WEEK
Yr 12 Vocational Mocks
16 Mar, Tue
YR 12 DC4 ASSESSMENT WEEK
Yr 12 Vocational Mocks
17 Mar, Wed
YR 12 DC4 ASSESSMENT WEEK
Yr 12 Vocational Mocks
18 Mar, Thu
YR 12 DC4 ASSESSMENT WEEK
19 Mar, Fri
YR 12 DC4 ASSESSMENT WEEK
23 Mar, Tue
UCAS Discovery Bournemouth
Gold D of E – Practice New Forest National Park
24 Mar, Wed
UCAS Discovery Bournemouth
Gold D of E – Practice New Forest National Park
25 Mar, Thu
Gold D of E – Practice New Forest National Park
YR 13 DC8 MOCKS REPORTS ON PARENT PORTAL
END OF TERM
26 Mar, Fri
Gold D of E – Practice New Forest National Park
EASTER BREAK
27 Mar, Sat
Gold D of E – Practice New Forest National Park
28 Mar, Sun
Gold D of E – Practice New Forest National Park
29 Mar, Mon
Gold D of E – Practice New Forest National Park
12 Apr, Mon
START OF TERM
15 Apr, Thu
YR 12 DC4 REPORTS ON PARENT PORTAL
19 Apr, Mon
YR 13 DC9 ASSESSMENT WEEK
20 Apr, Tue
YR 13 DC9 ASSESSMENT WEEK
20 Apr, Tue
YR 13 DC9 ASSESSMENT WEEK
21 Apr, Wed
YR 13 DC9 ASSESSMENT WEEK
22 Apr, Thu
YR 13 DC9 ASSESSMENT WEEK
23 Apr, Fri
YR 13 DC9 ASSESSMENT WEEK
3 May, Mon
BANK HOLIDAY
4 May, Tue
Yr 13 Exams Start
28 May, Fri
END OF TERM
31 May, Mon
HALF TERM
7 Jun, Mon
START OF TERM
14 Jun, Mon
YR 12 DC5 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK – off timetable
15 Jun, Tue
YR 12 DC5 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK – off timetable
16 Jun, Wed
YR 12 DC5 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK – off timetable
17 Jun, Thu
YR 12 DC5 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK – off timetable
18 Jun, Fri
YR 12 DC5 MOCKS ASSESSMENT WEEK – off timetable
21 Jun, Mon
DofE Gold Expedition
22 Jun, Tue
Yr 12 History trip to Chalke History Festival
DofE Gold Expedition
23 Jun, Wed
S6C Taster Day
DofE Gold Expedition
24 Jun, Thu
DofE Gold Expedition
25 Jun, Fri
DofE Gold Expedition
28 Jun, Mon
Geography residential
29 Jun, Tue
Geography residential
30 Jun, Wed
Geography residential
1 Jul, Thu
Geography residential
2 Jul, Fri
Geography residential
6 Jul, Tue
YR 12 DC5 MOCKS REPORTS ON PARENT PORTAL
8:30am – 4pm Unlock Year 13, Next Level, Next Steps Day
7 Jul, Wed
9am – 4pm Work Experience Challenge Day
8 Jul, Thu 
4:15 – 6:30pm Year 12 Parents Evening
15 Jul, Thu
END OF TERM

 

OPEN EVENTS

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Join us for one of our next open evenings to find out more about your favourite subjects, meet our passionate staff and see our facilities.

Thursday 08 October 2026 4.15pm to 7.30pm RESERVE YOUR PLACE HERE

Tuesday 10 November 2026 4.15pm to 7.30pm RESERVE YOUR PLACE HERE

We do ask that you reserve your place to help us manage the number of attendees on the day.

  • There will be a welcome presentation by Ben Hillier, Head of College, at 4.30pm, 5.30pm and 6.30pm in the Lecture Theatre on the lower ground floor.
  • Teaching staff will be available to talk about their courses and the opportunities available in their subjects.
  • Student ambassadors will be on hand to help direct you around the building and answer your questions about why they love it here!
  • Nicky Miller, SENDCO, will be available in the Study Centre for anyone wishing to discuss additional support.

S6C is located at 66-78 Tollgate Road, Salisbury, SP1 2JJ:

location map

Parking is available on the street outside the college or in the public car park by Churchill Gardens on Southampton Road which is just a short walk away. If you have mobility issues and require parking close to the building please email admissions@s6c.mlp.college to discuss options.

If you can’t make the Open Evening dates then please do consider coming in for a tour. We can tailor your visit to your interests and our Admissions Officer will be able to discuss any further queries you may have. Please email our Admissions Officer Teresa Salmon at admissions@s6c.mlp.college

If you have any further questions, please email admissions@s6c.mlp.college

We look forward to welcoming you!

S6C UPDATE

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And just like that we have reached the end of term. Despite the heatwaves, exams were completed, courses finished, trips attended and our September 2026 new starters were welcomed with open arms for their taster day.

As always, the college would like to extend thanks to all our parent supporters who, despite stepping back to allow their children to mature and grow and gain independence, remain our advocates and friends. Thanks also to our governors, who are tireless in their pursuit of excellence and parity for the college, and our staff, who have created such a wonderful centre of learning. Finally, thanks to all of our students. Every day that you attend S6C, you make us immensely proud, you are tenacious, driven and ambitious, kind, welcoming and thoughtful. For our leavers, we wish you all the very best of luck! For our year 12 students, we hope you have a wonderful summer break and return to us hungry to learn and be the best versions of yourselves you can be – don’t forget, It’s All About You!

Walk for Wards 2026
Our staff team, with their children, did an amazing job representing the college and raising money for the Salisbury Hospital Stars Appeal. If you would like to donate to this very worthy cause, please CLICK HERE. 


Free School Meals

From September 2026,  the government is extending the provision of a free meal in college to all households who are in receipt of Universal Credit. You can apply for a free meal through the college free meal and bursary system.

Households where the total income is less than £36,000 may also qualify for assistance through the 16-19 bursary programme.

If your young person has received a bursary in 2025/26 they will have been issued with a renewal email on 1st July where they will be asked to sign into the bursary system and either complete a declaration stating that the financial circumstances of the household have not changed or submit revised income information. Please ensure your young person does this in good time as we will be unable to renew bus passes for the new term without this.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

2026-2027 term dates

01 September 2026
– Year 13 arrive at 08:45 for 09:00 start

02 September 2026
– Year 12 arrive at 08:45 for 09:00 start
– P1 Welcome and Tutor Session – NO YEAR 13 ON SITE
– P2 Tutor Session – NO YEAR 13 ON SITE
– P3 Normal Lessons for both Year 12 and Year 13

UCAS & Apprenticeships Online Session

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Thank you to all those who joined us for the online information session on Monday. For those who were unable to attend or wish to have a recap, here are copies of the slides and a recording of the event, plus other useful information on this topic.

UCAS & Apprenticeships Online Session – PART ONE

UCAS & Apprenticeships Online Session – PART TWO

Choosing a Course / University Student Finance Guide

Guide to Apprenticeships

Presentation Slides

UCAS Guide to University

We hope you found the event useful and we would really appreciate your feedback so we can make the event as informative as it can be for parents and guardians:
UCAS & Apprenticeships Online Information Evening Feedback Form

 

S6C UPDATE

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01 June 2026
The summer term can feel as though it is dominated by exams but we do still find time for other activities: Our Creative Faculty hosted another triumphant evening showcasing the work of our year 13 Creative Media students. There was a strong sense of community amongst all who attended and the students demonstrated the warm and supportive spirit that is endemic amongst our students. It is always heartening to see how much the students want the best for each other and the college is incredibly proud to have been part of such a positive event. 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.   

Other trips and activities have included our Environmental Science visit to Riverbourne Farm, Human Biology students spent a fascinating morning in a lab at Salisbury Hospital, Geography students conducted their ‘coasts’ tour of Swanage, Studland and Lulworth Cove and History students attended a talk by Sir John Curtice at Arundells, Ted Heath’s former home. Mental Health Awareness Week was celebrated with good luck messages, lucky charms and laptop stickers for year 13 and year 12 were given time to embrace the 5 ways of wellbeing.

SAVE THE DATE
UCAS and Apprenticeships Online Information Evening
Monday 15 June 2026 6pm-7pm
A link to this online event will be emailed to parents nearer the time.

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

2026 Exam Timetable

Applications for 2026 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!

Access Arrangement Paperwork
All year 13 students who receive extra time and/or rest breaks have been sent copies of their paperwork which will be useful for their next steps in work, apprenticeship, training or higher education. Guidance on access arrangements at University and the Disability Student Allowance (DSA) has also been provided. If you or your child have not received an email and would expect to have been sent these details, please contact our SENDCo Nicky Miller.

Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation Vocational Grant programme
This programme will open for applications on 1st June. The Vocational Support Grant is aimed at young people aged under 25 who have either started or are about to start a vocational course in subjects like business, engineering, IT, health and social care or if you are undertaking an apprenticeship. The grants can support the costs of:
– educational resources or equipment for the course training or qualification
– IT equipment
– course related study/field trips
– travel costs – in some circumstances
A link to the application page is here: WCF Vocational Grants; the application form is accessed through a link towards the bottom of the webpage. Please note that young people must meet ALL of the eligibility criteria to be eligible to apply for this grant which are as follows:
– aged between 14 and 24 at the time of when applications are considered
– will be studying a vocational subject at school, college, sixth form or undertaking an apprenticeship
– have been living in Wiltshire or Swindon for at least two years (there are some exceptions to this so please speak to us if someone is unable to fulfil this criteria).
– The young person’s parents or guardians receive one means-tested benefit or are in the care of Wiltshire Council or Swindon Borough Council (Looked After Child – LAC)

Unlock Year 13 – Tuesday 07 July
This is a dedicated day for all current Year 12 students, designed to support the transition from Year 12 into Year 13 and, where all the requirements are in place, to formally enrol students into their second year of study.
What students need to have in place
To be guaranteed a place in Year 13, students will need to meet the following requirements before the day:
– A minimum of 90% attendance across Year 12
– Work experience placements need to be logged in the ‘Placements’ tool on Unifrog by the end of May BUT if you have been struggling to find a placement DON’T WORRY, we will support you and provide opportunities for you to complete work experience either in person or virtually and this will not be a barrier to you moving up to year 13. If you need help, please speak to your tutor and we will make sure something is put in place for you. 
– Their extra-curricular activities logged using the ‘Activities’ tool in Unifrog
The Unifrog tasks above have been covered as part of the tutor programme since September 2025 and tutors will have details of what is expected and can answer any questions about missed sessions. We want every student to be in the strongest possible position going into July, so if there are any concerns about meeting these requirements, we encourage students to speak to their tutor as soon as possible.
The day itself
All students will begin the day with an introductory session at 9:00am, which will set the scene and explain what to expect. During the morning, students will take part in a series of sessions focused on careers, future pathways, and next steps, helping them to think ahead and plan for Year 13 and beyond. Each student will receive an individual appointment time, when they arrive at college, to meet with their personal tutor. This one-to-one session is a key part of the day: it is an opportunity to discuss progress, review readiness for Year 13, and where all the requirements are in place, formally complete enrollment into Year 13.
Self-evaluation form
Prior to their one-to-one with their tutor, students will be asked to complete a self-evaluation form against the S6C High Expectations framework. This helps students reflect on their own development and gives the conversation with their tutor a clear, structured focus. Further details will be shared with students in advance of the day.
If you have worries or concerns
We know that transitions can feel daunting, both for students and for parents and carers. If you have any concerns about your young person’s progress, attendance, or readiness for Year 13, please do not hesitate to get in touch. You can contact the Pastoral team by emailing pastoral@s6c.mlp.college or by calling the college on 01722 597970. Your young person’s personal tutor is also always available for an informal conversation, and any member of the team will be happy to point you in the right direction. This day is a compulsory part of the curriculum and non attendance may impact enrolment into Year 13.

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 Rebecca 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
College Nurse
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. The drop in sessions are a confidential service and the nurse 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; smart clothes for interviews or jobs.
Mental Health Support
If you are struggling then please do talk to Liz or myself. 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, the school nurse 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 01 June
Term Begins
Monday 08 June
Yr 12 DC5 Mocks Assessment Week
Thursday 18 June
Yr 12 Env Sci Salisbury fieldwork
Monday 22 June
Yr 12 Sport trip to Go Ape
Tuesday 23 June
Yr 12 Psychology trip to Marwell
Yr 12 History trip to Chalke History Festival
Thursday 25 June
S6C Taster Day
Monday 29 June
Staff Training Day
Monday 29 June – Friday 03 July 2026
Yr 12 Geography residential trip
Wednesday 01 July 2026
Yr 12 Business trip to Solent University Experience Day
Thursday 02 July
Yr 12 DC5 reports published on parent portal
Yr 12 Env Sci trip to New Forest Wildlife Park
Monday 06 July – Friday 10 July
Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award trip to Brecon Beacons
Monday 06 July
Yr 12 Law trip to Shepton Mallet Prison
Tuesday 07 July
Yr 12 ‘Unlock Year 13’ Day
Thursday 09 July
Yr 12 Parents Evening
Yr 12 Env Sci trip to Studland
Tuesday 14 July
Term Ends

2026-2027 Term Dates

We are hiring!

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S6C is a really special place. Students thrive and exceed expectations and staff are a close-knit team who enjoy going the extra mile to achieve excellent results.
Teacher of Sport
This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about Sport and Physical education to contribute to our College. The successful candidate will join our team delivering ‘A’ level PE, CTEC Sport Extended Certificate and CTEC Sport Extended Diploma.

Skills and Qualifications:
– A strong interest in Sport and related subjects
– Relevant teaching qualifications
– Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively
– Willingness to learn and adapt teaching methods according to student needs
– IT skills relevant to lesson planning and delivery
Values and Attitudes:
– Commitment to high standards of professional conduct as an Advanced Skills Teacher
– Enthusiasm for inspiring young people through innovative teaching practices
– Patience, empathy, and understanding towards diverse student backgrounds
– Collaborative approach with colleagues across departments
– Dedication to continuous personal development

If you are eager to make a positive impact on students’ educational journeys while developing your own expertise within a vibrant college community, we would love to hear from you. You are welcome to visit the College or have an informal discussion with the Head of College or Faculty Leader.
This vacancy can be found on mynewterm.com. Please click on this link for more information and to apply: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/140621/EDV-2026-SSFC-07171

S6C UPDATE

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It is now exam season and this is the time to focus on revision and exam technique. S6C expects 50% of study to be undertaken in class and the other 50% should be personal study time – at LEAST 4.5 hours per subject per week! The best way to revise is by completing past papers and asking your teacher to mark them and provide feedback.
Here are some tips for success:
– keep part time work to a minimum so you can concentrate on studying.
– no mobile phones while you are studying.
– attend all your lessons until you have completed all the exams and assessments in that subject.
– check your exam timetable for mistakes then make a note of the date and time!

This is the time for you to be putting in 10 out of 10 effort – you need to give it everything!

Exam support is available on our website (https://www.salisbury6c.ac.uk/students/exams-2/) but don’t forget that your teachers are always on hand to help, along with our learning support team. If exam stress is affecting your wellbeing, please remember that support is available from the pastoral team in college.
Preparing for Exams
Coping with Exam Stress

2026 Exams Timetable

Applications for 2026 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.

Parent Survey
Thank you to all parents who took the time to complete the recent survey. We really do value your feedback and it was incredibly useful to hear your views. It was wonderful to see the overwhelming positive response and we really appreciate comments such as:

The tutors know each young person individually with both support and feedback being tailored.  The college staff are aspirational for all young people.

Teachers seem to be very good at personalising the teaching style to the student. Any issues my son has had have been met with solution-based mindsets from the teaching staff which we were able to discuss at parents evening. We were really impressed.

Very supportive of my child, spotted his potential that his previous school had not, and I have seen him flourish and find his academic confidence at S6C.

Great college with supportive teachers. My daughter settled into year 12 very quickly and is making good progress in her A-levels.

S6C have wholeheartedly supported my child and family with intuitive personalised pastoral care.

However, we are always looking to improve and there were two areas in which we have very clearly fallen short of your expectations. Making improvements in these areas will now be a priority for us. Cancelled lessons were of particular concern and currently, if a teacher is absent, work should be set for students on Google Classroom. There is a significant amount of work for students to work through on Google Classroom and there should never be a time that a student has nothing to do. But we do fully appreciate that nothing ever replaces being in class with a subject specialist and as the college continues to grow we do now have more capacity to cover staff in the case of a prolonged absence. The other area of concern was a lack of communication regarding student progress. We are currently looking at ways to provide easier access to progress data but if you ever wish to contact your child’s teacher, all staff emails can be accessed here on the college website https://www.salisbury6c.ac.uk/about-s6c/our-staff/ . You can also contact Head of College, Ben Hillier, with any comments or concerns.

The Big S6C Showcase 2026!
You are cordially invited to join us for The Big S6C Showcase 2026! Please join our year 13 Creative Media students for an exhibition of their work and a showcase of films to celebrate the culmination of two years of work.

Unlock Year 13 – Tuesday 07 July
This is a dedicated day for all current Year 12 students, designed to support the transition from Year 12 into Year 13 and, where all the requirements are in place, to formally enrol students into their second year of study.
What students need to have in place
To be guaranteed a place in Year 13, students will need to meet the following requirements before the day:
– A minimum of 90% attendance across Year 12
– Their work experience placement needs to be logged in the ‘Placements’ tool on Unifrog by Friday, May 22nd, 2026. The placement itself must be completed by August 2026.
– Their extra-curricular activities logged using the ‘Activities’ tool in Unifrog
The Unifrog tasks above have been covered as part of the tutor programme since September 2025 and tutors will have details of what is expected and can answer any questions about missed sessions. We want every student to be in the strongest possible position going into July, so if there are any concerns about meeting these requirements, we encourage students to speak to their tutor as soon as possible.
The day itself
All students will begin the day with an introductory session at 9:00am, which will set the scene and explain what to expect. During the morning, students will take part in a series of sessions focused on careers, future pathways, and next steps, helping them to think ahead and plan for Year 13 and beyond. Each student will receive an individual appointment time, when they arrive at college, to meet with their personal tutor. This one-to-one session is a key part of the day: it is an opportunity to discuss progress, review readiness for Year 13, and where all the requirements are in place, formally complete enrollment into Year 13.
Self-evaluation form
Prior to their one-to-one with their tutor, students will be asked to complete a self-evaluation form against the S6C High Expectations framework. This helps students reflect on their own development and gives the conversation with their tutor a clear, structured focus. Further details will be shared with students in advance of the day.
If you have worries or concerns
We know that transitions can feel daunting, both for students and for parents and carers. If you have any concerns about your young person’s progress, attendance, or readiness for Year 13, please do not hesitate to get in touch. You can contact the Pastoral team by emailing pastoral@s6c.mlp.college or by calling the college on 01722 597970. Your young person’s personal tutor is also always available for an informal conversation, and any member of the team will be happy to point you in the right direction. This day is a compulsory part of the curriculum and non attendance may impact enrolment into Year 13.

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 Rebecca 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
College Nurse
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. The drop in sessions are a confidential service and the nurse 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; smart clothes for interviews or jobs.
Mental Health Support
If you are struggling then please do talk to Liz or myself. 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, the school nurse 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 04 May
Bank Holiday
Thursday 07 May
The Big S6C Showcase 2026
Friday 22 May
Term Ends
Monday 25 May – Friday 29 May
Half Term
Monday 01 June
Term Begins
Monday 08 June
Yr 12 DC5 Mocks Assessment Week
Thursday 18 June
Yr 12 Env Sci Salisbury fieldwork
Tuesday 23 June
Yr 12 Psychology trip to Marwell
Yr 12 History trip to Chalke History Festival
Thursday 25 June
S6C Taster Day
Monday 29 June
Staff Training Day
29 June – 3 July 2026
Yr 12 Geography residential trip
Thursday 02 July
Yr 12 DC5 reports published on parent portal
Monday 06 – Friday 10 July
Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award trip to Brecon Beacons
Tuesday 07 July
Yr 12 ‘Unlock Year 13’ Day
Thursday 09 July
Yr 12 Parents Evening
Tuesday 14 July
Term Ends

2026-2027 Term Dates

 

Foster Care Fortnight (11–24 May)

S6C UPDATE

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20 April 2026

Exams season is now upon us and this is the time to focus on revision and exam technique. S6C expects 50% of study to be undertaken in class and the other 50% should be personal study time – at LEAST 4.5 hours per subject per week! The best way to revise is by completing past papers and asking your teacher to mark them and provide feedback.
Here are some tips for success:
– keep part time work to a minimum so you can concentrate on studying.
– no mobile phones while you are studying.
– attend all your lessons until you have completed all the exams and assessments in that subject.
– check your exam timetable for mistakes then make a note of the date and time!

This is the time for you to be putting in 10 out of 10 effort – you need to give it everything!

Exam support is available on our website (https://www.salisbury6c.ac.uk/students/exams-2/) but don’t forget that your teachers are always on hand to help, along with our learning support team. If exam stress is affecting your wellbeing, please remember that support is available from the pastoral team in college.
Preparing for Exams
Coping with Exam Stress

2026 Exams Timetable

Last week, our Yr 12 students visited the UCAS Discovery Tour at Bournemouth University. The fair offers the opportunity for students to meet representatives from a huge number of UK universities, offering undergraduate courses in core disciplines like history, literature, languages, sciences, and maths along with a number of specialist universities offering courses in land and environment, music and dance, the study of Asia, Africa and the Middle East, football and sports industry, law, creative industries, economics and political science and more! If you would like to speak to someone about your aspirations, options and next steps, please contact our Careers Lead, Rosie Roberts.

Applications for 2026 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.

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 Rebecca 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 webinar:
Supporting your child: Accommodation and student support panel discussion (30 April 2026)
REGISTER HERE
College Nurse
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. The drop in sessions are a confidential service and the nurse 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; smart clothes for interviews or jobs.
Mental Health Support
If you are struggling then please do talk to Liz or myself. 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, the school nurse 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 13 April
Term Begins
Wednesday 15 April
Yr 12 UCAS Fair @ Bournemouth University
Thursday 16 April
Yr 12 DC4 reports published on parent portal
Yr 12 Env Sci trip to Riverbourne Farm
Monday 20 April
Yr 13 DC9 Assessment Week
Yr 13 Animation Final Exam
Tuesday 21 April
Yr 13 Animation Final Exam
Wednesday 22 April
Yr 12 Human Biology trip to Salisbury Hospital
Yr 13 Animation Final Exam
Thursday 23 April
Yr 12 Geography trip to Swanage, Studland and Lulworth Cove
Yr 13 Art Final Exam
Friday 24 April
Yr 13 Art Final Exam
Monday 27 April
Yr 13 Art Final Exam
Tuesday 28 April
Yr 13 Photography Final Exam
Wednesday 29 April
Interview Evening
Yr 13 Photography Final Exam
Thursday 30 April
Yr 13 Photography Final Exam
Monday 04 May
Bank Holiday
Friday 22 May
Term Ends
Monday 25 May – Friday 29 May
Half Term
Monday 01 June
Term Begins
Monday 08 June
Yr 12 DC5 Mocks Assessment Week
Thursday 18 June
Yr 12 Env Sci Salisbury fieldwork
Tuesday 23 June
Yr 12 Psychology trip to Marwell
Yr 12 History trip to Chalke History Festival
Thursday 25 June
S6C Taster Day
Monday 29 June
Staff Training Day
29 June – 3 July 2026
Yr 12 Geography residential trip
Thursday 02 July
Yr 12 DC5 reports published on parent portal
Monday 06 – Friday 10 July
Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award trip to Brecon Beacons
Tuesday 07 July
Yr 12 ‘Unlock Year 13’ Day
Thursday 09 July
Yr 12 Parents Evening
Tuesday 14 July
Term Ends

2026-2027 Term Dates

We are hiring!

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S6C is a really special place. Students thrive and exceed expectations and staff are a close-knit team who enjoy going the extra mile to achieve excellent results.
Teacher of Engineering 0.4
This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about engineering education to contribute to our College.
Skills and Qualifications:
– A strong interest in engineering and related subjects
– Relevant qualifications in engineering or a closely related field
– Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively
– Willingness to learn and adapt teaching methods according to student needs
– Basic IT skills relevant to lesson planning and delivery
Values and Attitudes:
– Commitment to high standards of professional conduct as an Advanced Skills Teacher
– Enthusiasm for inspiring young people through innovative teaching practices
– Patience, empathy, and understanding towards diverse student backgrounds
– Collaborative approach with colleagues across departments
– Dedication to continuous personal development
If you are eager to make a positive impact on students’ educational journeys while developing your own expertise within a vibrant college community, we would love to hear from you. You are welcome to visit the College or have an informal discussion with the Head of College or Faculty Leader.
This vacancy can be found on mynewterm.com. Please click on this link for more information and to apply: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/140621/EDV-2026-SSFC-27950.