In the Spotlight
Keeping you up to date on what’s new
Get ready for the next academic year!
Now is the time to get in contact with your schools partner to book in those important assembly slots for the next academic year! Your school partner can cover any year group and can cover a range of topics from Apprenticeships to T levels and everything in between – diaries are already getting booked out so please do get in touch!
Orientation Days
Orientation days are the chance for students to come to college, meet their tutors, meet like minded students and have some fun – please do encourage your students to come along.
Please do all enjoy your summer break when it gets here! We will be working across the summer and will also be on hand on A level results day and GCSE results day for any queries or questions so please do direct any enquiries our way – happy summer everyone!
Dates for your diary
The popular Leys Festival run in association with the Oxford Cultural programme is set for the 5th July 2025! This is a great day out for the family and is completely free!!!
As well as some incredible music, scrummy food and more entertainment than you can shake a stick at, there will also be employers and education providers on hand to talk the serious stuff too. Activate Learning will be there on the day and would love to see some of you and your young people there!
Our partners at Banbury United are hosting an Anti-violence workshop aimed at 14-18 year olds on the Monday 7th July – further details and a link to book on can be found here.
Green Skills Advisory Panel
Would you like to be part of an exciting group of like-minded people helping to shape the future of Green Skills and Construction in the region?
Activate Learning are leading on the formation of Green Skills Advisory Panels in Berkshire and Surrey and would welcome your participation in this crucial piece of work.
Please complete this short form that will explain more and allow us to get in touch and for you to attend the inaugural meeting scheduled for the 10th July 2025 at Reading College.
Meet the team
I am a fully qualified careers advisor with over 11 years’ experience in the education sector, I am looking forward to having the opportunity to work with you all and provide you with any support you may need. I am passionate about supporting our young people in realising their full potential and in helping them to achieve their future career goals.
Outside of work I am a consummate learner who loves to expand her knowledge having recently undertaken a history degree as well as a certificate in Forensics I am already looking for the next thing! I love travel and all things history so an old ruin ( not my pseudonym) is my idea of heaven!
I am a dedicated professional with a strong educational background (BSc and MA).
Throughout my career I have found my true passion in supporting and empowering young people to access education tailored to their needs and to receive the support necessary.
With over 16 years of experience in Further Education, I am passionate about supporting students to discover their post-16 options, whatever they may be.
Beyond work, I enjoy playing stoolball and exploring the countryside on long walks with friends.
I am a fully qualified teacher and have a keen interest in SEND, particularly in helping all students to achieve their full potential in college and life. Outside work, I am always learning new experiences and skills to be shared with our students.
