Additional funding for bursaries available now
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Activate Learning celebrates World Autism Acceptance Week
World Autism Acceptance Week 2024 runs from Monday 2 to Sunday 8 April. Championed by the National Autistic Society, the week aims to raise vital funds, increase acceptance and create a society that...
View ArticleStudent Services support, advice and guidance for students
Please take the time to read our tips, advice and guidance below on where you can get support during this time. Student IT support line The IT helpline for students will allow you to call through and...
View ArticleStudents: Supporting you for success during the exam period – attendance,...
As we approach the upcoming exam period, we understand that this can be a challenging time. To ensure your success, we must reiterate the importance of attendance at college and utilising additional...
View ArticleParents: Supporting your young person during exams – attendance, managing...
As we approach the upcoming exam period, we understand that this can be a challenging time for your young person. To ensure their success, we must reiterate the importance of attendance at college and...
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What is Activate Alumni?
As we approach the end of the academic year, we wanted to tell you about our alumni network and the benefits of being part of the Activate Learning community, that extend beyond your time as a student...
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Merrist Wood College and University Centre’s Annual Community Event, Fleecy...
Fleecy Frolics is Merrist Wood College and University Centre’s annual public lambing event and a celebration of nature and countryside crafts. The event drew over 3,000 members of the community to the...
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Merrist Wood College and University Centre Celebrates Double Win at BBC...
This is the second year running that the college team have entered the College Gardens category, last year claiming gold prize, at the live event taking place on the beautiful Beaulieu Estate in...
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Activate Learning Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Week 2024
This year’s theme is Movement: Moving more for our mental health. Movement is important for mental health, as even a walk round the block can help to change our mood. Why is movement important for...
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Merrist Wood College and University Centre granted planning permission for...
The multi-million-pound redevelopment of Merrist Wood College and University Centre has moved a step closer after Activate Learning received planning permission this week to commence the work. This...
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Activate Learning students to support music festival, Shynefest, in biggest...
This will be the seventh Shynefest, since its inception in 2015 – the past two of which have been based at Merrist Wood College and University Centre’s large park field within the college’s 400-acre...
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Pride Month and support for LGBTQIA+ students at Activate Learning
This month we’re celebrating Pride Month, which annually marks the contribution of the LGBTQIA+ community to the world – and to Activate Learning. You may have noticed our logo has been given a small...
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Empowering the future: A guide to voting for young people in the UK
A General Election has been called in the United Kingdom on the 4 July 2024. Voting is a fundamental right that empowers individuals to shape the future of their nation. For young people in the...
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Keeping yourself safe over summer
We’d like to remind students of the importance of keeping safe over summer and to continue to focus on their wellbeing. Most of all, we hope you have an incredible summer break when it comes! Keeping...
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Activate Learning Students work largest work experience project in group’s...
At the end of the half term break, over 200 students across five Activate Learning colleges worked together to form the biggest college work experience project to date. They had an incredible time...
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The benefits of staying in touch with your former college
Staying connected with your college and classmates after you leave is an excellent way to maintain a sense of community and support as you continue your journey. By staying in touch and signing up to...
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Merrist Wood College Teams Up with Lao Wildlife Conservation Trust for...
LCTW works alongside authorities to investigate wildlife crime and rescue animals of various species, aiming to rehabilitate and release them whenever possible. For animals deemed unsuitable for...
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Merrist Wood Student Shines at BBC Gardeners’ World Live Show
Elle, 24, entered the competition for the first time and crafted a stunning show garden in the Beautiful Borders category. Her creation, named “Little Library,” dazzled the judges with its vibrant...
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Department for Education approve £21 million funding for Merrist Wood College...
This crucial funding award will enable one of the largest investment projects in Activate Learning’s history as the project aims to transform and modernise the college’s aging facilities. The...
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Merrist Wood College and University Centre Teams Up with Surrey County...
Supporting Surrey’s Climate Change Strategy With a goal of carbon neutrality by 2050, Surrey County Council’s Climate Change Strategy aims to plant 1.2 million trees by 2030 – one tree for every Surrey...
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