May 2022
Student Newsletter
Opening Welcome
Hello, We’ve reached the end of this half term and it’s time for a well earned break. We just want to say a very well done to all those who have already sat their first exams, and all the best of luck for all upcoming exams.
Learning Resource Centre
The libraries will be open on exam days for students to use for some quiet study time beforehand. You can find the opening hours below:
Exams Please be aware 29 June 2022 has been set by Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) as the Exam Contingency Day. All GCSE, A Level and BTEC exam students must be available on this date should an exam or exams have to be rescheduled. Start times All GCSE English and Maths exams are MORNING exams. You must arrive in College by 08:30 latest ready for a prompt 09:30 start. If you are late entry into the exam room is not guaranteed. All late arrivals will be reported to the awarding body and your exam paper may not be marked. Stationary Please be reminded that it is your responsibility to ensure that you bring all equipment required. Failure to do so may disadvantage you in the exam. Exam Rules and Regulations Possession of unauthorised items, such as a mobile phone or any watch is a serious offence and could result in disqualification from your examination and your overall qualification even if you do not intend to use it. You must not have any electronic devices or watches on you they should all be left with your personal belongings in the cloakroom or the area designated for belongings in the exam room.
You must not talk to, attempt to communicate with or disturb other candidates once you have entered the examination room and you must follow the instructions of the invigilator at all times. Before your exams so that you know what is expected of you must take the time to read the Information for candidates – Written exams guidance and familiarise yourself with the Unauthorised Items Poster and the Warning to Candidates poster.
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Student Survey
Please take ten minutes to complete the end of year student survey - your feedback on your course is the best way for us to see what has gone well for students this year and what we can improve on. Just click on the link below or follow the QR code. Thank you
https://eu.surveymonkey.com/r/7B8S5YM
Exams
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Exam Timetable
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding is of utmost importance to us and we are focused on ensuring we do all we can to protect all of our learners. If you ever have any concerns about yourself, or any other student you can always pop into Student Services.
We can offer support with a wide range of problems and if we can’t we will find someone who can. Email safeguarding@wlc.ac.uk or fill in the student services referral form.
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Progression Over the next few weeks we will be focusing on supporting you with your progression options, this is a very important time in your lives focusing on your next steps and we are here to support you the whole way through! We have arranged for different organisations to come in and talk to you about different progression routes from Higher Education, Apprenticeships, Gap Years and Employment (please click on the links for information on each progression route)
Progression Activity Timetable If you would like to book a Careers Advice appointment with our College Careers Advisor please contact Jemima j.wiredu@wlc.ac.uk
Please click the images below for the latest job vacancies, apprenticeship opportunities.
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Careers
Interested in a Nursing/Midwifery career, and studying at Level 3.1 or 3.2? New Buckinghamshire University is organising a one day input and taster for students who are interested in pursuing a career in Nursing & Midwifery at their Uxbridge Campus on Wednesday 22 June 2022. There will be a free coach to take students and back, plus free lunch. For more information and to attend please contact j.wiredu@wlc.ac.uk
How can careers at WLC help? The Careers team offers a range of services and career resources accessible from the Student Services website via the Student Portal. Please email us careers-team@wlc.ac.uk if you have a query and/or to book a 1-1 careers advice session with a Careers Adviser.
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Enrichment
In celebration of Mental Health Awareness week the Student Union organised and ran a bake sale to raise money for mental health charity MIND. The event was very successful and we were able to raise £115.58. An extra special thank you goes to Denise Charles, Yvan Cahour, Sylvain Auger and the catering department for providing us with wonderful cakes and equipment for the event and also to Jade Stirling and Barbara Ayres for making some delicious homemade cupcakes!!! We wanted to say a massive thank you to everyone who supported and donated to this great cause, your contributions are very much appreciated :)
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Enrichment
The Platinum Jubilee marks 70 years of the Queen's reign. Queen Elizabeth II will be the first British monarch to reach this milestone, having acceded to the throne on 6th February 1952 when she was just 25 years old. On significant anniversaries, celebrations take place across the UK and the Commonwealth to mark the occasion, such as street parties, concerts and public parades. In addition, this year we have been gifted with an extra bank holiday in June to mark this huge milestone in British history as the Queen celebrates 70 years of service. This week students have been taking part in art workshops to create pictures to celebrate the Jubilee.
Pastoral & Wellbeing
Revision tips for half term break! 1. Always take a moment to breathe , whether in the exam, before or after. 2. Keep your work balanced. Spend time revising, but socialise and relax. 3. Break up revision with food and exercise to make sure you stay energized. 4. Find a revision space and style that works for you: silence, background chatter and music. 5. Work to your own pace – everyone is different in how they work.
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Sports
Basketball Academy trials Students aged 16-18 are welcome to come and try out for our Basketball Academy. Next dates are all at our Hammersmith & Fulham College Sports Hall: Friday 24 June, 14:30 - 16:00 Wednesday, 24 August, 15:00 - 17:00 Students can book here
Boxing Academy trials Students aged 16-18 are welcome to come and try out for our Boxing Academy. Next dates are all at our Hammersmith & Fulham College Sports Hall: Thursday 16 June 15:00 – 18:00 Thursday 23 June 15:00 – 18:00
Students can book here
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Bursary
Applications for the 2021/22 academic year are now closed. We hope that as many of you have applied and used the Bursary to help you throughout this year. If you are enrolling next year, we advise you to apply as soon as possible from September to receive the full allowance possible. The last Bursary payment for 16-19, Adult Discretionary and Advanced Learner Loan Bursary will go out on the 30th May and for those with 16-19 Vulnerable Bursary will receive another payment after the 30th on the 17th June which will be their last payment. Free College Meals will continue as normal up until the end of the Summer Term. If you have experienced a recent change in circumstances that has put you into financial difficulties, please speak to a member of the Student Services team to discuss what support may be available
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Letter Request For those of you who require a letter to confirm you are studying at the college these can be requested via the Student Services centre all the way to the end of the Summer term. You may need a letter for all types of things including; opening a bank account, Council Tax Exemption or just general proof of study. Please visit the Student Services Centre or alternatively click on this link to complete the online request form for 2021/22. It can take up to five working days so please be patient while we get this prepared for you. Once completed the letter will be ready for you to collect from the Student Services Centre. Unfortunately, we do put these in the post but can be emailed to you upon request. Please note that all requests must be received during term time in order for them to be completed before the summer break. All requests after 1st July may have to wait until September when the new academic year commences. For this and all other enquiries relating to Student Services you can email us on studentservices@wlc.ac.uk.
Student Newsletter May 2022