The Dragon Trail, on display at The Lexicon during August, features five animatronic dragons, a LEGO dragon and giant dragon eggs for visitors to spot in shop windows. The 10 unique eggs have been created by schools and colleges within the borough of Bracknell Forest, in association with local arts company, Daler-Rowney. Students studying the … Continued
The TrovrQUBE, a smart, self-service recycling unit for PET plastic bottles and aluminium cans, has been installed at the Kings Road campus as part of a pilot initiative to encourage recycling, reduce waste and familiarise students with the deposit return process ahead of the national scheme launching in October 2027. The installation supports Activate Learning’s … Continued
Poetry By Heart is a national poetry speaking competition for schools and colleges in England. The competition invites young people to choose a poem, learn it by heart and perform it aloud, or perform one of their own poems. Ashleen Kaur, 18, from Earley, is taking part in the competition for the second year, having … Continued
The mural which depicts a bright Bracknell landscape was designed by Presley Shearer, who is studying a Level 3 Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication Diploma at the college on Church Road. The mural, painted on the underpass behind Waitrose by students and staff from the college, was opened by Peter Swallow MP, Member of … Continued
The Met Office has issued a Red weather warning, with exceptionally high temperatures expected over the coming days. In line with Department for Education guidance, all Activate Learning campuses will remain open and continue to operate as normal. Your safety and wellbeing are our priority, and we ask everyone to take precautions to stay safe … Continued
The art classrooms at the Kings Road campus were turned into an interconnecting art gallery showcasing artwork by students studying Visual Art and Design programmes, from Level 1 through to Art Foundation (a one-year pre-university course). The exhibition featured a range of art styles including fine art, fashion, textiles, photography, mixed media, painting, films, architecture, … Continued
The refectory at the Church Road campus was turned into an art gallery showcasing works by students studying Art and Design and Photography pathways. Works on display included life drawings, fashion, graphic design, illustration, interior design, mixed media pieces, models, paintings, photography and pyrography. The college welcomed The Worshipful the Mayor of the Borough of … Continued
The current debate around restricting social media access for under-16s has reignited important questions about childhood, wellbeing and online safety. Concerns about harmful content, peer pressure, misinformation, exploitation and the impact of digital spaces on mental health are real, and they are reflected in what schools, colleges and families encounter every day. From an … Continued
This month we’re celebrating Pride Month, which annually marks the contribution of the LGBTQIA+ community to the world – and to Activate Learning. Please do join us for #ActivatePride. What is Pride Month? June is Pride month – a month dedicated to celebrating LGBTQIA+ communities across the world. This year’s Pride Month marks the 51-year … Continued
At Activate Learning, mental health is more than a conversation – it’s a commitment. Last year, we came together to celebrate the power of community, recognising that connection, belonging and shared experiences are vital to our wellbeing. Across our campuses, students and staff took part in wellbeing fairs, creative workshops, mindfulness sessions and community events that helped people feel supported and less alone. … Continued
