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Theatre Trip: Jane Eyre
This production of Jane Eyre at the National Theatre in London has been highly successful and will soon be going on tour around the UK. It introduced me to a new kind of theatre and has inspired me to think outside the box when performing and staging plays.
St Georges 1 - 10 MPW Birmingham
In a local derby with one of our Edgbaston rivals, the MPW Birmingham football team recorded a 10 – 1 victory over St Georges.
One-Day Film School
On the second Friday of term, the college invited the Young Film Academy to spend a day with year 12. This organisation helps young film makers to achieve their dreams. The day was split into two parts: the morning was all about learning and practice; and the afternoon was when we really got to work.
MPW Cambridge and MPW Birmingham Football Match
Joe Willmott reports on the annual football match between MPW Cambridge and MPW Birmingham which took place on October 10th 2017
World Mental Health Day
Each year, the World Mental Health Organisation recognises World Mental Health Awareness Day on October 10th. The event attempts to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and where possible show support for those suffering with mental health problems.
South America
With the help of MPW's travel scholarship I was able to travel to South America, specifically the countries of Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru.
International Foundation Programme UoL & LSE Conference
Last Wednesday was an early start for our IFP students attending a University of London and LSE conference. Although a long day, it was certainly very worthwhile and I hope has inspired some of our students to apply to some of the London colleges.
Meet Heena, our new Counselling Psychologist
Our new Counselling Psychologist, Heena Chudasama, started at MPW this week. During our induction day on Monday she went round all the tutor groups to introduce herself and explain the services she offers. She also gave them advice and guidance regarding target setting and relaxation techniques.
Cambodia
In between year 11 and 12, Elena travelled to Cambodia to volunteer as an English teacher in a school (and to raise funds to allow the school to remain open). She squeezed in some sightseeing as well, visiting the Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom temples.
MPW Cambridge Pre-Term Orientation for International Students’ and ‘Induction Day’
On Friday, 8th of September, we hosted our pre-term orientation day for international students. This day is organised with the aim to ensure that our international students experience a smooth transition and introduction, both to our little community as well as to Cambridge.
Media Coverage
Daz Hale interviews MPW students live on the radio on A level results day
Source: Radio BBC WM 16th August 2018
MPW college celebrates bumper year of A level results - including record offers to study Medicine
Source: Birmingham Mail 16th August 2018
Exam Crunch: Easter Revision courses have never been so popular
Source: Essential Surrey 24th March 2017
New exams boost demand for 2017 Easter Revision
Source: CIFE, the Sixth-form Experts 26th February 2017
Making The Grade
Source: School Report Spring Term 2017
Retakes: Cram in an extra exam or two
Source: The Sunday Times 21st August 2016
Easter Revision Courses for Surrey and London
Source: Essential Surrey 28th January 2016
From D to delight
Source: The Sunday Times 16th August 2015
Time for a new vision of revision?
Source: The Telegraph 24th January 2015
It pays to be top of the swots
Source: The Sunday Times 9th March 2014
Kick start the revision process: Easter A-level courses aren't just for pupils with poor grades
Source: Independent 7th March 2012
Could Easter revision courses give A-level results a boost?
Source: Independent 22nd October 2011
Top 10 ways to revise this Easter
Source: Independent 10th March 2009