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Breaking down barriers to education

I fully agree that we need to open up our universities to people of all backgrounds, but I also want us to make sure we are giving everyone the opportunity to continue in some form of education from school leaver age right through to retirement age.

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The Manchester College recognised with Queen’s Anniversary Prize

"It not only gives us a sense of great pride but also inspires us to continue in our mission to ensure that we help all our students – regardless of background and starting point – to set aspirational goals and acquire the skills they need to go on to become the next generation of industry excellence.”

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a Manchester Pride Parade Out of This World!

We are all unique individuals and we must accept one another and celebrate our differences. It would be amazing to live in a world where people are accepted without exception.”

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Free online counselling and support for students across Greater Manchester.

Kooth offers a wealth of information and resources and, most importantly, a way to share fears and anxieties with peers as well as providing access to counselling if needed – all without leaving the house. To find out more visit Kooth online , or sign up here quickly and easy. You can also take a look at our support page for other resources and useful informaton.

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Students' Union Open Dedicated Spaces Across Campus Sites

Based at Openshaw, Fielden, St John’s Centre, Shena Simon, Nicholls, Northenden, and Harpurhey campuses, these will include a mixture of classrooms and sections of common rooms and canteens. They will all be clearly marked with SU logos but some will focus on The Manchester College students and others UCEN Manchester students. The news spaces will enable union members, Students Reps and the Student Council to support: Student Council meetings SU meetings and weekly drop-ins Promoting the NUS Totum card Student/staff feedback (comment cards will be made available to all students) Signposting to other services The work of clubs and societies The academic interests of students.

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Students find recipe for success with celebrity chefs

They behaved like true professionals and did The Manchester College very proud. “I had amazing feedback from all the chefs and we have been praised by the event organisers, even Tom Kerridge himself who want us back there next year. In addition, Angela Harnett was really impressed with the College’s commitment to the event.

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The Manchester College Students in Waterloo Road Documentary

Charlotte Swindels, Head of Performing Arts at The Manchester College, said: “Not only did this documentary shine a light on an important issue that is all too prevalent in today’s society, it also allowed our talented Acting and Performing Arts students to work with industry professionals and gain experience in a unique setting.”

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ProPortal – Guidance for Effort, Attendance and Behaviour Grades

ProPortal – Guidance for Effort, Attendance and Behaviour Grades Excellent Good Could improve Cause for concern Has a clear goal and is determined to achieve it (whether long or short term) Has a goal and wants to achieve it May not have a clear goal, or has a goal but shows little determination to achieve it Does not have a clear goal, or has a goal but shows no determination to achieve it Contributes well in all class activities Contributes well in most class activities Only occasionally contributes effectively to class activities Does not contribute to class activities Regularly completes 4 – 5 hours independent study for the subject per week Generally completes around 3-4 hours of independent study for the subject per week Generally completed around 2-3 hours of independent study for the subject per week Completes very little independent study for the subject Has a neat folder and notes Keeps notes and folder fairly neat Notes and folder are generally scruffy Has a disorganised folder and notes Organise time very well so that all tasks are completed to deadline Organises time well, so that most tasks are completed to deadline Does not organise time well; deadlines are frequently missed Does not organise time well; deadlines are usually missed Seeks out feedback that allows them to develop their performance Accepts and responds well to feedback to help them to develop their performance Does not respond effectively to the feedback provided to allow them to develop their performance Does not respond to the feedback provided to allow them to develop their performance Responds well to challenge or difficulty, seeing it as an opportunity to develop Generally tries hard to overcome challenge or difficulty Is too easily put off by challenge or difficulty Responds negatively to challenge or difficulty ProPortal – Guidance for Effort, Attendance and Behaviour Grades

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Shena Simon Campus

Travel Bus routes Shena Simon Campus is close to the Piccadilly bus station, so can be reached from all bus routes into the city centre. Metrolink Shena Simon Campus is close to the Piccadilly Gardens Metrolink (tram) stop. Train Oxford Road and Piccadilly train stations are a few minutes' walk from the campus.

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College is open as normal

College is open as normal - All College campuses are open as normal today. College is open as normal today, however due to the weather there may be some travel disruption.

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Principalship

Principalship Along with our Executive Team, the leadership at The Manchester College is made up of our Principalship. Our chief executive, principal, vice principals and directors all have a responsibility – and an exciting privilege – to lead the College on its strategic journey and change the landscape of education in Greater Manchester.

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Supported Learning

All students (including those with SEND) have access to support from their teacher through differentiated teaching, adaptation of teaching methods and differentiation. 

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