Year 13 - last day in school

....and so year 13 spend their last day in school by holding a summer picnic at lunchtime. The Post 16 cafe is currently adorned with bunting and balloons and there is a table laden with delicious and tempting edible treats for all to share between lessons.

It is incredible how quickly this time has passed and so lovely to see this group of self reliant, supportive and academically driven students spending some time together and remembering their school days.

There is also a very interesting selection of 'Mallalieu' masks that a few students are wearing and one or two balloons and ballads are currently giving a festive air to my office!

My best wishes and good fortune for all Year 13 as they embark on their A levels. 

How I will miss you all.

A LEVEL EXAMINATIONS COMMENCE

...and lo! the A level examinations have now begun!

Post 16 studies is full of AS level students anxiously waiting for exams to begin, studiously revising or gently deconstructing the exams with groups of supportive friends.

There is a distinct and palpable air of preparation which is tinged with anxiety and a keen edge to do well. It is a delight to see so many Year 12 students using the centre during their study leave and so good to see their determination to do well.

I am also mindful of the Year 13 students who are watching the Year 12 and knowing that their own examinations are just a few weeks away.

It is a tough time for all the A level students but all of them continue to impress with their focus, commitment and determination to do their best.

...and yes there is still humour, laughter and general good nature to get us all through the day!

Post 16 Study Leave 2014

Year 12 study leave 2014

Study leave for Year 12 commences on Friday 9th May until Friday 6th June.

It is incredible how fast this year has gone and amazing to think that AS examinations commence next week. My thoughts and best wishes for all the Year 12 students as they enter the examination phase.

Year 12 return to school on Monday 9th June 2014

I look forward to welcoming Year 12 back to school for their 4 week induction into Year 13. It will be good to have all the students back in the building as we prepare for the challenges of next year. 

Year 13 study leave will commence 

on 

Friday 23rd May