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Beyond the classroom walls, our students are putting their learning into action, from interviewing local entrepreneurs on a University of Liverpool podcast during half-term to creating 3D designs for the new Baltic Triangle railway station. Meanwhile, our technology specialism continues to equip tomorrow's digital leaders with industry-standard skills and hands-on experience.
We also welcomed our current Year 11 students and their parents and carers for their CUC6 Sixth Form meetings, taking an exciting step toward their futures. Sixth Formers gathered to celebrate their kindness, hard work, and generosity through our "In It to Win It" prize draw and a thank-you lunch, recognising the students who supported our Open Evening last month.
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Student Charity Half Marathon
Sixth Form student Michael will be running to save lives supporting North West Air Ambulance Charity, by undertaking a 13.1 mile running challenge, where he will be wearing full ambulance uniform and a full basic response kit.
Michael shared: "As a first responder, I have witnessed first-hand just how quickly a person's life can change and how critical, timely, lifesaving medical intervention can be. I have been involved in situations where patients have required urgent interventions that, without them, may not have survived, or could have faced significantly life-altering consequences.
The NWAAC highly skilled teams bring lifesaving critical care directly to people in their greatest moments of need. They attend serious incidents across the North West, providing specialist treatment when getting the right care quickly can save a life, or be the difference between recovery and a life forever changed.
I am undertaking this challenge not simply to raise money, but to support a service whose work I genuinely believe in, and this is why I'm asking you to please consider donating to my JustGiving page to help support the ones who need it the most.
We would like to wish Michael the best of luck with his upcoming challenge on the 21st November.
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Creative Boost Sessions Every Thursday 4:00-5:00 PM
All Year 11 GCSE Art, Graphics and Lens-based Media students are approaching the end of Component 1, which accounts for 60% of their final GCSE grade. The final deadline for submitting all work is 4th January 2027.
To support students in completing and developing their projects, the Creative Department offers an additional working session every Thursday from 4–5:00 PM in the Art room. Students have access to specialist equipment and software, as well as support from staff.
We understand that the school day is already long, so we also provide complimentary food and drinks to give students an extra boost and help them make the most of this additional hour.
With the final deadline approaching, every extra opportunity to work on their projects, refine their ideas and complete outstanding work can make a valuable difference to their final grade. We would strongly encourage students to make the most of these sessions.
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Year 11 English Revision
Revision for Year 11 takes place every Monday from 4–4:30 PM. We encourage all Year 11 students to attend. These sessions will run till the start of GCSEs in May.
During the session we will focus on a specific aspect of the course; the students can then show us the work that we have done to continue with their own independent revision during the week.
We look forward to seeing as many of Year 11 in these sessions as possible.
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Engineering Professionals: Could You Mentor a Year 12 Student?
Our Year 12 Engineering students benefit enormously from hearing directly from people who work in the sector. We’re looking for engineering professionals who could share their experience of the workplace, career pathways and the skills that matter in industry.
If you work in engineering, or know a colleague who does, we’d love to hear from you. We’re initially asking mentors to offer one session per term, either online or in person, with an individual student or a small group of up to three. We’re also planning a Meet the Mentor evening on Tuesday 15th December 2026, with an online option for those unable to attend in person.
This opportunity is specifically for people with professional experience in the engineering sector, rather than a general call for volunteers. Completing this form registers your interest; we’ll review responses and discuss the next steps with suitable applicants before any mentoring begins.
Thank you for helping our students see where engineering could take them.
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Can You Help Shape the Next Generation of Engineers?
We are looking for engineering employers across the Liverpool City Region to offer meaningful industry placements to our growing T-Level cohort.
Our T-Level Engineering programme is expanding, with a larger cohort of talented young people preparing to take their first steps into the engineering and manufacturing sector. This growth is exciting for our students and for the future skills pipeline of the Liverpool City Region, but it also means we need to build new partnerships with local employers who can offer high-quality industry placements.
We are asking parents, carers and members of our wider school community to help. If you work for, own, or have links with an engineering-related organisation that may be able to host a T-Level student, please get in touch. Opportunities could come from a wide range of sectors, including advanced manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, construction, civil engineering, product design, CAD, maintenance, fabrication, electronics, mechatronics, energy, utilities and technical services.
Hosting a student is not about finding someone to make tea or simply observe from the sidelines. The most valuable placements allow a young person to experience a real workplace, contribute to appropriate tasks, learn from professionals and understand how engineering projects are delivered safely and effectively. In return, employers can make a practical difference while building relationships with emerging local talent.
Could Your Workplace Help?
If your organisation could offer a placement, would like to explore what is involved, or can introduce us to an employer who may be interested, please contact me through the school. Even an initial conversation or a useful introduction could open the door to an invaluable opportunity for one of our students.
Together, we can create more opportunities for young people, support local employers and help secure the future of engineering across the Liverpool City Region.
Please contact Dan Howard directly on [email protected] if you are able to help. Thank you.
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What's Been Happening Inside and Outside the Classroom
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Podcasting with Local Entrepreneurs
During the October half-term, students in Years 10, 11 and 13 had the privilege to once again attend the 'Kids Interview Entrepreneurs Podcast' organised by The University of Liverpool and the Brett Centre for Entrepreneurship. This is the second academic year that our students have participated in this fantastic initiative.
The students were brilliant and gave their Friday morning during the school break to engage with local social media influencer Ryan Hall, also known as Still Ryan, and local businesspeople Brian and Peter Wong from Wongs Jewellers.
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The behaviour of the students was noted as fantastic, and they represented our schools and the business department in a well-mannered and highly professional way. Additionally, there was a high level of engagement and well-structured questioning that sparked deep self-reflection from the guests and drew out fascinating insights.
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Building Tomorrow’s Tech Leaders Today
Our Technology curriculum is built to bridge the gap between classroom learning and the tech industry, equipping students with real-world skills, industry-standard tools, and hands-on experiences.
Here is a look at what our students across the specialism are working on and where their studies are taking them.
- Computer Science: Working on projects involving the production of a game or piece of software using languages such as C#, Python, C++.
- Application Development: Learning UI and UX techniques involving the use of Figma. Figma is a digital design and prototyping tool used by UI/UX designers. It can be used to design interactive prototypes of website, software and apps as part of the design process. They are also using Visual Studio, SQL, XAML and .Net Maui to produce a software application. These are all industry standard tools. XAML is used across several major Microsoft and cross-platform UI stacks.
- Data Analytics: Working on handling big data and spreadsheets to extract actionable insights to solve real-world problems.
- Cyber Security & Networks: Undertaking units focussed on creating incident response plans, incident playbooks, and maintenance plans; assessing network, device, and application risks; and auditing cyberattack prevention measures; designing policies that control access to systems and educate users in cyberattack prevention; looking at key principles such as CIA and IAAA; the motivations behind cyber-attacks and the different actors involved; networking models, addressing, and protocols.
- Manchester Science & Industry Museum Trip: Exploring the historic Manchester Baby Machine and experiencing the Gaming Showcase.
- Disneyland Paris Conference Trip: An immersive conference exploring the application of computer science across Disneyland’s operations, from programming live light shows and autonomous drone displays to engineering the park’s infrastructure and full-stack web technologies powering its global booking systems.
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Year 11 Sixth Form 1-1 Meetings
Our Year 11 students who are hoping to join us in September were invited to attend a meeting in our Sixth Form, the CUC6.
The meeting provided a fantastic opportunity for students to discuss their future aspirations, explore their ambitions and find out more about the excellent range of courses and opportunities available at the CUC6
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It was a real pleasure to offer places to so many of our students, and wonderful to welcome so many parents and carers who joined us for this important step in their children's educational journey.
We look forward to welcoming our new students to CUC6 in September!
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Ignite Engineers Bring Baltic Triangle Station Designs to Life
As part of a project exploring design ideas for the new railway station to be built in the Baltic Triangle, Ignite Engineering students have been learning how to use isometric paper to show their designs in 3D.
Isometric paper has vertical lines and lines at 30 degrees to facilitate 3D drawing. Tasked with drawing a simple house and a futuristic curved building, student Maqil, produced this impressive cityscape. As students acquire these skills, they will be using them to render their design for the station concourse.
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Celebrating Success
The Academic Hub was packed as we celebrated Sixth Form student success with our exciting “In It to Win It” prize draw! Students had the chance to win shopping vouchers for Liverpool One in recognition of their hard work and positive contributions. To qualify, students needed to demonstrate good attendance, make progress in their learning and, most importantly, show kindness. It was fantastic to see so many students getting involved as we rewarded and celebrated their achievements and positive attitudes! Winners were Jaimee and Ellie. Congratulations to you both.
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The Sixth Form Team also hosted a special lunch to say a huge thank you to all the students who helped at our Sixth Form Open Evening last month. Their time, enthusiasm and willingness to support the event were greatly appreciated. It was a lovely opportunity to bring everyone together, enjoy a selection of food, and recognise the important role they played in making the evening such a success!
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In our Sixth Form, the CUC6, we specialise in the Life Sciences Pathway
The teachers to talk to are Dr Dyer in room 0.07, or Bev in room 1.23.
Explore the pharmacologist job role.
Find out more about MyPath careers.
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Opportunities Outside of School
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Sixth Form Work Experience
In-Person Uptree Law Work Experiences in Manchester and Liverpool
Three free-to-join law opportunities are open on Uptree, and places are limited. Register your place.
- Trowers & Hamlins Work Experience Day, 25th November, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Manchester.
For Year 13 students interested in a solicitor apprenticeship. Travel costs up to £80 are reimbursed.
- Winston Taylor Law Work Experience Day, 1st December, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Liverpool.
For Year 13 students.
- Winston Taylor Mentoring Programme, February 2027, 4:00–5:30 PM, Liverpool.
For Year 12 and 13 students aged 16 to 18.
Virtual Uptree Events
Over the next few weeks, a range of leading employers across finance, law, technology, and public service are hosting free virtual insight sessions. Register your place.
- Rothschild & Co Wealth Management & Global Advisory Virtual Insight Session, Tuesday 17th November 10:00 AM.
- Arm Financial Services Investment Banking Women in STEM Insight Day, Thursday 26th November, 10:00 AM.
- Bank of America Virtual Insight into Apprenticeships, Tuesday 1st December, 4:00 PM.
- Baker McKenzie Investment Banking Technology Technology BEGINNINGS at Baker McKenzie Virtual Insight Session, Thursday 3rd December, 5:00 PM.
- Winston Taylor Virtual Law Work Insight Session, Tuesday 8th December, 10:00 AM.
- Schroders Virtual Insight Session, Wednesday 9th December, 12:00 PM.
- UK’s Intelligence Agencies 10 DEC Virtual Insight Session, Thursday 10th December, 10:00 AM.
Virtual Behind the Scenes of Britain’s Food Supply Chain
Find out how Sysco GB delivers food to communities right across the UK. Using real-world scenarios and interactive tasks, you will trace how ingredients travel to schools, hospitals, cafés, and restaurants, and see how teams rely on data, technology, and teamwork to champion sustainability and serve their customers. This virtual work experience gives you a practical look inside a vital UK sector, helping you build workplace confidence and uncover future career paths. Find out more.
The closing date is the 5th May, find out more.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Creative Talent
Funded by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and delivered by Futures For All, Discover Creative Careers provides free, fully funded programmes for Sixth Form students. Young people can take part in work experience, insight days, employer workshops, career talks, and dedicated SEND activities. Visit the Discover Creative Careers website to view upcoming sessions and access free resources.
Liverpool FC Foundation Construction Events
These opportunities are designed to help participants explore careers within the construction sector, build employability skills, connect with industry professionals and gain valuable insight into career pathways.
1. Career Club, 27th November 1:00–3:00 PM
A 2-hour event is taking place at Anfield Stadium where attendees can hear directly from industry professionals and gain valuable insight into careers across the sector. The Liverpool FC Foundation also includes a scaffolding approach to networking where we encourage attendees to engage with professionals and peers.
The list of speakers scheduled for the event are Chris Pollet, Civil Engineering, Rogers Leask; Kieron Bacon, VP, Infrastructure & Asset Management LFC; Stephen Dunne, Operations Manager, I.E.D Installations Group.
Attendants can bring a support worker/guardian if needed, who will also need to sign up using the sign-up form.
2. 3-Day Employability Programme in Construction, 25th-27th November
During the 3 days, participants will:
- Learn about different career pathways within the sector.
- Develop workplace skills and professional behaviours.
- Improve confidence and communication skills.
- Engage with employers and industry professionals.
- Take part in interactive workshops and activities.
- Take part in a site visit.
- Complete an industry-specific qualification with the digital college.
The programme is suitable for Sixth Form students who are interested in exploring careers within the construction industry, whether they are job-ready or are still developing their employability skills and is delivered between Anfield Stadium and Anfield Sports & Community Centre.
If participants attend this programme, they will also attend the career club as part of the schedule. Please note there are no guaranteed employment opportunities as part of this programme. Sign up to the LFC Foundation Pathway To Works Sector.
University of Oxford Virtual Physics Session
If you are in Year 10 or 11 and considering studying physics or astrophysics at A-Level and beyond, there is an online session on Saturday 28th November, 10:00 AM-12:45 PM
Students can enjoy interactive workshops, learn what studying physics at university is like, and ask current undergraduates your questions. The event is free, with live and on-demand options available. Registrations close on 23rd November at 5:00 PM.
Residential Insight into University
The Engineering Development Trust has announced that applications are now open for their hugely popular 2027 Summer Residential Insight into University courses. Named Best University-Based Experience in Succeed’s 2027 guide to Engineering Summer Programmes.
Designed for students in Year 12, their four or five-day residential courses offer a taste of university life and the chance to explore a STEM subject at leading universities.
Students will have the opportunity to:
- Experience university-style lectures, practical activities and group projects, supported by academics and student mentors.
- Stay in halls of residence and enjoy evening social activities.
- Meet like-minded students from across the UK.
- Explore their interests and make a more informed decision about their UCAS application.
- Achieve an Industrial Cadets Silver Award on completion, which students can use as evidence of their experience to support future applications and career journeys.
These courses are accredited through the Industrial Cadets Silver Award, a widely recognised, accredited awards scheme that promotes diversity and inspires young people through industry-based experiences. Further courses may be added at a later date.
Explore the courses open for applications:
Parents/Carers Guide to University
Released by UniTasterDays, the 2026 edition is the biggest yet, featuring practical advice from more than 80 university and education experts. View the guide.
Parents/carers will be able to:
- Find open day travel scholarships.
- Learn how to access student finance, funding and free money.
- Understand the latest changes to the UCAS personal statement.
- Pick up application tips from current university students.
University Open Days
Great way to explore the facilities and decide whether studying there is a good fit. Explore all open days.
BBC Apprenticeships Starting September 2027
Roles are now open, and most will close on Tuesday 24th November.
Who it suits
Students who will be 18 or over by September 2027, so mainly Year 13, final-year college and gap-year students. Applicants must also have lived in the UK continuously for the three years before the start date, have the right to work in the UK full time for the whole apprenticeship, and generally not already hold a qualification at the same or a higher level in the same subject. Sign up for the apprenticeships.
What’s on offer:
- Roles across Business, Digital Technology and Data, Engineering and Operations, Journalism, and Production.
- Apprenticeships from Level 2 to Level 6, from school-leaver roles up to degree level.
- A salary of £24,650 to £26,000, plus an extra living allowance for roles in London or the Channel Islands.
- No tuition fees.
- No CV or cover letter. Students complete an application form and, for most roles, an online assessment.
Top Apprenticeship Employers 2026
Celebrating England’s top 100 employers and top 50 SMEs, these rankings highlight organisations offering world-class apprenticeships. Winners are evaluated across three key benchmarks: successful programme completion, a commitment to diverse opportunities for young people, and high satisfaction ratings directly from apprentices. Explore the top employers.
Access Industry
A leading apprenticeship provider is currently recruiting for a range of apprenticeship opportunities across growing sectors, including:
- Creative & Digital.
- Business & Leadership.
- Sport, teaching assistant & Active Leisure.
- Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner.
These programmes help students gain industry experience, develop future-ready skills, and progress into long-term careers. View current apprenticeship vacancies.
The Essential Guide to Degree Apprenticeships
Degree apprenticeships offer an alternative route to university, combining study with paid, real-world experience. The Sixth Formers’ Guide to Degree Apprenticeships is an online resource showcasing opportunities with leading UK employers.
The Liverpool City Region Be More
Find your perfect apprenticeship in the following.
- Construction and the built environment
- Care services
- Business and administration
- Health and science
- Engineering and manufacturing
- Education and childcare
- Transport and logistics
- Creative and design
- Digital
- Agriculture, environmental and animal care
- Legal, finance and accounting
- Sales, marketing and procurement
- Protective services
- Catering and hospitality
- Hair and beauty
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Sickness Procedure
From a safeguarding perspective, students who indicate they are feeling unwell will not be sent out of class as an unwell/injured student unaided may faint on the stairs or corridor. Staff will call first aid and first aid will go to the student. Students should not contact home themselves when they are unwell; staff will call parents/guardians if needed.
Personal Electronic Devices Policy Reminder
All personal electronic devices, including mobile phones, are not permitted to be used during the school day. We expect all devices to be switched off and kept out of sight during lessons unless the pupil is using the device as part of a lesson with the permission of their class teacher.
Mobile phones will be confiscated if they are seen, heard or used during the school day unless a pupil has been given permission. The headteacher will determine the length of time they deem proportionate for confiscation.
Zero Tolerance of Abuse
Northern Schools Trust has a zero-tolerance approach to abusive language, violence, aggression or harassment towards employees, governors and volunteers.
Vaping
We would like to remind you that we do not allow students to bring items such as cigarettes, lighters, matches or e-cigarettes/ vapes into school.
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