Welcome to the latest edition of our parents' newsletter!
In this issue, you’ll find highlights from our recent Community Day, tips on how to support with exam preparation, and an introduction to our Wellbeing and ResilienceTeam.
We also share more on our Beauty and Catering students' unforgettable learning experience inThailand, details of a Santander student prize draw, and invite you to have your say on the future of our adult learning courses.
There's also an interview with our Head of Careers on supporting with university choices and personal statements.
As always, we value your feedback and are here to support your young person every step of the way at MK College.
Students take charge at primary school for annual Community Day
More than 60 students from MK College helped out at a local primary school duringApril as part of our annual Community Day In total, more than 1,100 students and staff were involved in more than 50 community projects which ran across the city
Support them to be ready for exams
Our Head of Exams, Karen Coombs, has put together some helpful resources to support students with exam preparation. Take a look below and see what might help them feel more confident and ready.
JCQ Exam Day Checklist
Coping with Exam Pressure -AGuide for Students - GOV.UK
Ofqual Student Guide to Exams andAssessments in 2025 - GOV.UK
Fairer Futures Prize Draw for MK College students
We’re thrilled to announce the Fairer Futures Prize Draw, in collaboration with Santander. We’re giving all MK College students the chance to win a MacBook Air, an iPad or a £100 SantanderAspire store credit.*This opportunity is open to all current Milton Keynes College students, whether full-time or part-time. What’s more, students don't need a Santander bank account to participate. Entries close by 11pm on 6th June 2025.
Find out more about eligibility and how to enter here
*MacBookAir is a trademark ofApple Inc.This promotion is not conducted in association with or endorsed byApple Inc.
Our Wellbeing and ResilienceTeam provides free, confidential, specialist support to MK College students across both campuses. When students need someone to talk to or practical advice to improve their mental health, we are here for them.
Meet the Team
Safety Reminder - Lanyards and ID Badges
Please remind your child/young person to wear their lanyard to college to help ensure the safety and security of everyone on campus.
Thailand trip of a lifetime: 36 Catering and Beauty students’educational journey
In February 2025, 36 MK College students enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime educational trip to Bangkok, where our aspiring chefs and beauty therapists honed their skills at top Thai institutions, thanks to a Turing Grant from the Department for Education.
Supporting with university choices and personal statements
Not sure how to help your young person start thinking about university?
Our latest Q&Awith our Careers Lead, Joanna Brown, offers practical tips for parents and carers on supporting and guiding them through the application process.
Adult learning: Have your say and WIN!
We're running a short survey to understand learning needs in the Milton Keynes adult community and would love your help.
Please complete it by 22nd May to be in with a chance of winning a Love2Shop voucher!
Complete the Survey
Term Dates
2024/25 Term 3 22April – 23 May 2025
Summer half-term 26 May – 30 May 2025
2024/25 Term 3 2 June – 4 July 2025
Summer 2025 GCSE Exams 15 May – 16 June 2025
5/27/25, 9:28AM MK College Parents' Newsletter
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