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 works for autistic people.   This year’s theme is colour.  On this webpage, you can learn more about:  What is autism?  World Autism … Continued

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Activate Learning students enjoy interactive BT Immersive Spaces Roadshow on campus

Students across Activate Learning stepped into a unique digital experience with the BT Immersive Spaces Roadshow.  Last week, the innovative BT Immersive Spaces set up their mobile immersive rooms at Merrist Wood College, City of Oxford College and University Centre City Centre Campus and Banbury and Bicester College.  This unique opportunity allowed students and staff … Continued

Activate Learning celebrate International Women’s Day 2024 – a focus on inspiring inclusion

International Women’s Day (IWD) stands as a global celebration of women’s social, economic, cultural, and political achievements. Annually, this day serves as a potent reminder of the strides taken toward gender equality while underscoring the ongoing work required. In 2024, the campaign theme “Inspire Inclusion” places a spotlight on the significance of diversity and empowerment … Continued

Celebrating Colleges Week 2024 – amazing things that have happened at Activate Learning 

This Colleges Week 2024, we will be looking back at all the amazing things that have happened on our campuses since last Colleges Week.  Since October 2023, we’ve co-launched the largest mental health trial for college students in the UK with NCG and PsychApps.  There’s also been plenty happening at our colleges:   Berkshire colleges … Continued

Empowering the future: A guide to voting for young people in the UK

Voting is a fundamental right that empowers individuals to shape the future of their nation. For young people in the United Kingdom, participating in the democratic process is crucial in influencing policies that directly impact their lives. Explore the steps and considerations for first-time voters, providing a comprehensive guide on how to vote in the … Continued

Activate Learning celebrates Colleges Week 2024

We’re celebrating Colleges Week 2024! This year, we will be shouting about the amazing work of our students, employer partners and local communities to really make a difference to influence, engage and celebrate all things colleges. This 2024 celebration week has been shifted from it’s traditional week in October to February due to the general … Continued

Groundbreaking partnership launches new leisure industry careers in Oxfordshire

A dynamic new collaboration between the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), Activate Learning, and Greenwich Leisure Limited (GLL) is set to revolutionise leisure industry careers in Oxfordshire.   Launching in September 2024 at City of Oxford College and University Centre and Banbury and Bicester College, this innovative partnership creates … Continued

Parents: Important update on college safety measures – action required

Dear Parents and Guardians,  We hope this message finds you well.   We want to update you on recent developments regarding the use of temporary lanyards at college and share the proactive measures we are implementing to encourage positive behaviours on campus.   We believe that routines are really important in establishing positive learning experiences and that this … Continued

Students: Important updates regarding temporary lanyards and college access

We hope that you are continuing to enjoy you studies with us at college.   This term we are focusing on behaviours, as we try to reinforce the positive behaviours needed to make our campuses safe and welcoming environments for everyone. These positive behaviours will also be required of you all when you leave college … Continued