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We have reached half-term and we’re excited to see the energy and enthusiasm that our students have brought with them into the new academic year continue.
Year 13 student Holly pursues veterinary medicine, gaining confidence through work placements. Alumni Steph shares career insights, while Health students mark World Mental Health Day with positive messages. Year 12 creatives collaborate with FACT Liverpool and artist Bassam Issa Al-Sabah on VR projects. Students participated in CPR training, Engineering and MeDeVet taster sessions, and reward breakfast for excellent attendance and behaviour. Fun and cultural learning continues with a Spanish tortilla competition, highlighting experiences beyond the classroom.
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From Science Lover to Future Vet: Holly’s Story
Meet Holly, one of our Year 13 students at Liverpool Life Sciences UTC. Holly joined us for Ignite and is now ready to apply for Veterinary Medicine at university. Her journey proves that getting involved early really pays off!
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From Classroom to Career
Holly recently landed a job with Aramark, thanks to our Careers Lead. She was looking for work, and a teacher stepped in: "I speak to Mike a lot about career options, he came to me and said - do you want to have a look at this?"
She quickly moved up to a premium VIP role, which included serving at a big event in the new Everton Stadium. This professional work has really built her confidence. She even said it helped her secure her next big adventure: "I've just done my Camp America interview, so I'm really excited for that." Holly will be heading to the US right after her A-levels finish.
Five Years of Learning at the UTC
Holly didn't know she wanted to be a vet when she started at the UTC. She came in simply because she liked science: "I just came in knowing I like science, so I'll come to this school."
That changed in Year 10 when a teacher offered her a unique chance: "Doctor Dyer came over to me and said, "I've got a student who's doing an EPQ in veterinary science, do you want to come to Edinburgh on a trip to visit vets?'" That moment started her path to vet school.
To read Holly's full story, click here.
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Learning from Experience: Alumni Steph Visits Students
Steph recently visited and spoke with students interested in Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Architecture, and Manufacturing. Steph completed A-Levels in Physics, Maths, and Chemistry at Liverpool Life Sciences UTC from 2019 to 2021, before pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering at the University of Birmingham. She has just begun her graduate role with our partner, MTC, and generously shared her experiences, offered advice, and answered students’ questions during a lunch session.
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Health Students World Mental Health Day
Last week, students took part in Hello Yellow, coming together to discuss mental health. Students wrote positive messages that they would share with their peers if they needed support.
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FACT Trip
This academic year, Year 12 Creative students will be undertaking a project in collaboration with FACT Liverpool and artist Bassam Issa Al-Sabah. As part of the project, students will meet the artist and gain a behind-the-scenes look at the installation of Bassam’s Al-Sabah’s new exhibition at FACT Liverpool.
Students will also have the opportunity to work with a set of animations and 3D models from Bassam’s artwork, which they will then use to build 3D spaces in Bezi. These spaces will be merged into one shared, collaborative environment that can be explored in VR.
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CPR Sessions in PBL
For National Save a Heart Day, students practiced CPR on dolls, to learn how to administer life-saving procedure until the ambulance arrives.
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Rewards Breakfast
Year 10s had a rewards breakfast for those who displayed excellent behaviour and attendance this half-term.
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Tortilla Competition
This week, Liverpool Life Sciences hosted a Spanish tortilla competition. Our visiting students from Vigo, Spain, were declared the winners, judged by Ms. Mallo and our catering team.
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Pathway Taster Sessions - Engineering and MeDeVet
On Saturday, 11th October, we hosted Engineering and MeDeVet Pathway Taster Sessions for aspiring Engineers, Doctors, Dentists, and Veterinarians.
We delved into medical ethics and genetic diseases, and students took part in an interactive demo on protein misfolding. In parallel, the engineering session that showed students how to create a Formula 1 steering wheel designs with Autodesk Fusion 360, inspired by our partner BAC's 2017 auction steering wheel.
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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.
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Know Someone in Year 11 at Another School Interested in Life Sciences, Art, or Technology?
Saturday, 15th November at 9 am - Exclusive for Year 11 Students Only
Designed to help them explore the specialised pathways available at Liverpool Life Sciences UTC and The Studio School. This event is a chance for them to immerse themselves in the subjects that could shape their future. We’re excited to let you know that sessions are in high demand, and spaces are limited.
Session overview: During the session, they'll have the opportunity to explore one of three distinct pathways
Life Sciences: Discover this pathway with a hands-on microscopy workshop. Come and observe a range of samples – including live Daphnia – using both dissecting and light microscopes. This engaging session will give you the opportunity to develop practical skills, sharpen your observational techniques, and gain insight into the microscopic world that underpins biological science.
Art: Experience this pathway through a specialist Life Drawing session, designed to develop your observational skills and creative expression. You will explore proportion, form, and technique while working directly from a life model. This practical workshop provides a unique opportunity to refine your drawing skills, experiment with various approaches, and develop confidence in capturing the human form.
Technology: Step into the world of emerging technologies and discover the tools shaping tomorrow. This interactive session offers the chance to explore three exciting areas:
- AI Prompt Engineering
- Programming with Purpose (including drone programming)
- AR/VR – Digital Immersion
We will set up three interactive areas across two rooms, giving participants the opportunity to explore each theme hands-on. The session introduces key concepts in computer science, provides practical applications aligned with AAQ, and opens discussion around T-Levels and the ethical implications of emerging technologies. Differentiation will be embedded throughout.
Please share this link with them to register.
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October is ADHD Awareness Month
This year’s theme, “The Many Faces of ADHD", celebrates the diversity of experiences and strengths within the ADHD community.
Learn more and find resources at www.adhduk.co.uk and www.adhdawarenessmonth.org.
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Escape Studios Undergraduate Online Open Evening
Start your creative career with our online open evening. Discover our degrees in Animation, Games, Visual Effects (VFX), Concept Art and Motion Graphics, designed with an impressive range of industry partners.
When? 6th November, at 5 pm - To register click here.
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Useful Careers Information
Developer Roadmaps: Outline and roadmap of any of the careers on the website, as identified by industry experts - Click here.
Your personalised learning companion for any topic - Click here.
Find the best Ffee online courses from places such as Harvard, Google etc. (some with certificates) - Click here.
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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 if needed.
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Thinking About an Apprenticeship?
Maybe you would like to know more about them and how they work?
You can find the latest vacancies right here!
Access Industry has some amazing LIVE apprenticeship vacancies within the Liverpool City Region.
The live vacancies range from L2 to L5 apprenticeships in Digital, Creative, Education & Sport, Business Support and leadership - To search vacancies click here.
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Network Rail Undergraduate Schemes
Network Rail has just launched a range of exciting early career opportunities.
Whether you're passionate about Engineering, IT, Business, Finance, or beyond, there’s something for everyone.
Start your journey with one of the UK’s most vital infrastructure organisations and help shape the future of rail - To find out more click here.
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Open Evenings 2025-26
Visit BeMore regularly for a list of upcoming open evenings.
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Ready Set, Thrive – Liverpool SEND PfA Event - 22nd October 2025
A new Liverpool event, aimed at supporting young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) in their journey to adulthood, running 4.00pm-7.00pm.
The Ready Set, Thrive – Adulthood Awaits: From School to Adulthood, Your Next Chapter event brings families, professionals and services together, to offer expert guidance, professional resources and presentations from a range of partners. For full info and booking, click here.
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University of Leeds
Click here to register.
University of Glasgow
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Manchester Metropolitan University
- Saturday, 18th October
- Saturday, 22nd November
Click here to register.
Liverpool John Moores University
- Friday, 7th November
- Saturday, 15th November
Click here to register.
University of Lincoln
- Saturday, 8th November
- Saturday, 29th November
Click here to register.
Aberystwyth University
Click here to register.
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The Game Assembly
Click here to register.
University of Sheffield
- Saturday 18th October
- Saturday 22nd November
Click here to register.
Edge Hill University
- Saturday, 18th October
- Saturday, 15th November
Click here to register.
Liverpool Hope University
- Saturday, 18th October
- Saturday, 15th November
- Wednesday, 3rd December
- Wednesday, 14th January (Virtual)
Click here to register.
To search all open days and events, click here.
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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.
Zero Tolerance of Abuse - The NST has a zero-tolerance approach to abusive language, violence, aggression or harassment towards employees, governors and volunteers.
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