Bring It On! – Easter Holiday Activities
The booking site for the Middlesbrough and Redcar & Cleveland Council’s Easter delivery of the Holiday Activities & Food Programme is now live – Bring It On! There are thousands of places for children from families in receipt of benefit related free school meals to book onto. Please share the booking link with relevant families […]
Simon: A Future in Medicine!
Huge congratulations to Simon B on receiving an offer to study Medicine at Hull York Medical School! This incredible achievement is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and passion for the field. Throughout his time at Macmillan Post 16, Simon has benefited from expert guidance, one-on-one mentoring, and a supportive learning environment that […]
Young Carers Action Day 2025
A young carer is someone aged under 18 who cares for a friend or family member who, due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction, cannot cope without their support. Evidence shows that young carers often face significant challenges, including lower educational attainment compared to their peers. To address this The Junction […]
Ski Trip 2025
Macmillan Academy Students Hit the Slopes in Claviere, Italy! A lucky group of 27 students and staff from Macmillan Academy set off on an unforgettable 8-day ski trip to Claviere, Italy, last week. Nestled in the stunning Italian Alps, Claviere boasts amazing slopes and breathtaking scenery – the perfect setting for an action-packed adventure in […]
Year 9 Routes 2025
Year 9 – An Exciting Journey Ahead! Year 9 students are entering an important and exciting phase of their education. Over the coming weeks, they will make key decisions that will shape the next two years of their studies. These choices will influence the qualifications they achieve, their post-Year 11 options, and their future career […]
Higher Ideas Exchange 2025
Future Pathways at Higher Ideas Exchange Our students and their families recently took full advantage of a really informative Higher Ideas Exchange event! The evening provided an invaluable opportunity to engage with university representatives, explore higher education options, and gain key insights into the journey ahead. An Evening of Insight and Exploration Students from Year 9, KS4, […]
Top Performing Sixth Form
Macmillan Post 16 is recognised in the Top 19 Performing State Sixth Forms in the North East Our sixth form, known as Post 16, has been recognised as one of the top-performing State sixth forms in the North East of England, achieving an impressive A Level point score of 35.01, which equates to an average […]
Chinese New Year Celebration
Mandarin Students Shine in Chinese New Year Celebration Our talented Mandarin students showcased their passion for learning with a fantastic Chinese New Year celebration! The event was a vibrant display of cultural appreciation, filled with engaging activities, interactive quizzes, and excellent presentations designed to highlight the beauty of the Chinese language and traditions. An […]
The Zen Bus
This week, we were delighted to welcome the Zen Bus to the academy, giving students the opportunity to take part in a unique and engaging wellbeing experience. The visit was made possible thanks to Wates Construction, who generously funded this initiative as part of their commitment to social value and community wellbeing. The Zen Bus Project is an innovative […]
Exceptional University Offers
At Macmillan Post 16, we are thrilled to share some amazing news about our students and their university offers. Here’s a glimpse of the success stories that are making us so proud! Thomas: A Passion for Language, A Place at Cambridge! Thomas has been offered a place to study Spanish & Portuguese at Cambridge University. Thomas […]