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Stay informed with the latest news and stories from Gateway College and the Better Futures Multi-Academy Trust through our Autumn term newsletters. Take a look at a snapshot of life across our community, celebrating student achievements, employability, work experience and enrichments highlights and sharing important updates on teaching, learning, and college life. Our newsletters bring...
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This Disability History Month, Gateway Sixth Form College is proud to recognise the achievements and contributions of disabled people, including our student Leo, whose journey is an inspiring example of determination and success. Leo is completing the DFN Project Search internship, working on Ward 28 at UHL Glenfield Hospital as part of the housekeeping team....
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Students have once again achieved exceptional results this year, with outcomes across A Levels, T Levels, and vocational programmes surpassing national averages and setting new records for success. A Level performance was particularly impressive, with results above the national average in every subject. High grades saw a remarkable 12% increase across both A Level and...
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This year’s national showcase proved once again to be a fantastic opportunity for our learners to connect with fellow students, staff from colleges across the country, and industry delegates from leading games, animation, and VFX studios and organisations. Each year, we are amazed by what our students can achieve together, and this year was no...
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Gateway College student Sameeha has been selected as a finalist in NCFE’s prestigious Aspirations Awards under the ‘Against All Odds’ category. Currently in her second year of the T Level Health pathway, Sameeha will attend the finalist celebration event this June, where winners will be officially announced. Sameeha, aged 18, believes her journey into health...
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Rackets were raised, shuttlecocks soared, and the competition was fierce at our recent Badminton Tournament. Students showed incredible energy, sportsmanship, and skill as they battled it out on the court. With amazing rallies, powerful smashes, and plenty of laughs, the tournament was a hit, with over 70 players taking part throughout the day. Congratulations to...
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Project Search is a one-year ‘transition to work’ programme designed for young adults with SEND who aim to secure employment in the community. All this week, we will be spreading the word about our supported internship programme, in proud partnership with DFN Project Search, Leicester City Council, and three fantastic host employers: Glenfield Hospital LeicesterLeicester...
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National Careers Week is the celebration of careers guidance and resources in education across the UK.To mark this week, Gateway College Careers have organised an ‘Alternative Work Experience’ week for our Science students to take part in – both at College and away from the classroom. On Monday, the focus was on introducing the week’s...
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Our annual Spring Term event welcomed a wonderful 180 visitors. There was a buzzing atmosphere around the college as we showcased our sixth form provision to its highest potential through displays, stands, presentations and lots of information Across the building, subjects were demonstrated by teachers in the classrooms. These subjects ranged from Science, Maths, Creative...
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We are celebrating the annual National Apprenticeship Week. In this article, we expand on why apprenticeships could be a great option for our students continuing their studies after Level 3. We also share interesting facts and information about our new supported internship programme and our T Level qualifications that have links to a broad range...
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