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This week, Bulgin brought an industrial drone and engineering insights to our students, while Year 10s explored green tech with a sodium battery. The Game Assembly introduced new gaming career opportunities, and Year 12’s Phoebe gained hands-on experience in a SEN school. Year 13 Sociology students embraced cultural diversity in the Arabic tent, and Arabic Week showcased traditional artefacts and music. Read on for more!
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Bulgin visit
Our long-standing partner, Bulgin, recently visited. During the visit, they explained the "expanded beam" connector which our Year 13 students are prototyping. They also discussed engineering careers with Year 12 students and brought along a giant industrial scale drone which they have kindly loaned to us. The idea is that we allow our students to come up with different industrial applications of the technology.
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School early finish
Please be advised that school will finish early on Wednesday 12th of February at 3pm and again on Thursday 13th of February at 3pm.
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Demonstration of principle
Year 10 students Saeed and Samir were delighted to generate a voltage using a sodium battery they had made in PBL. Sodium batteries are seen as an alternative way forward in green technologies. The boys are now going to hone their design in order to increase the voltage generated.
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Game Assembly visit
Last week, Matt Wilson from the Game Assembly, a new education company for the games industry, delivered a presentation about their new school opening in September 2025 and how they are different. The Game Assembly is setting up in Liverpool this September in the Tea Factory in the city centre and will support the UK games industry.
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They offer a number of courses in games, art, design and programming with great links to the local and national industry.
The Game Assembly are offering 3 x HND courses:
- Game Programming
- Level Designer
- Game Artist
If you would like to view The Game Assembly 2025 Brochure, click here.
They educate game developers of tomorrow! Watch this video to learn more about how the Game Assembly works to provide the games industry with talent, apply here.
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If you would like to find out more about this career pathway then please click here.
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Arabic Week stands
Last week we celebrated Arabic Week, where we transformed into a cultural hub, with stalls displaying traditional Arabic instruments and fascinating artefacts.
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Arabic Week, Sociology students
Year 13 had a change of scenery and left the classroom to embrace the Arabic tent to help them plan an essay about cultural differences in the family. This allowed students to experience a taste of the cultural diversity that they have been researching and left them feeling calm and tranquil. Our students removed their shoes and enjoyed Arabic tea and cookies
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Sickness procedure
From a safeguarding perspective, students who indicate they are feeling unwell will not be sent out of class as an unwell/injured student unaided may faint on the stairs or corridor. Staff will call first aid and first aid will go to the student. Students are not to contact home themselves when they are unwell, staff will call parents if needed.
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Year 12 Health Care student Phoebe arranged her own work experience at a school.
Phoebe is the first Year 12 Health Care student to have started her placement, which has shown to be a good eye-opener to non-NHS careers that our Health Care pathway leads to.
“I have self-sourced my own placement for Health Care at a Special Educational Needs High School in Liverpool. I have picked to do my placement at this school as it links the future career I am hoping to achieve, being a SEN teacher. I am coming up to my fourth week of placement and have thoroughly enjoyed it and have already gained many skills within this time.”
Regarding her responsibilities, Phoebe noted “Whilst at placement I work as a team with the teacher and learning support staff in the class I am currently working in. In the class I am currently in the support me and the staff provide for the pupils range depending on their needs. This can involve personal care, learning support such as help with writing, reading and understanding the work given.” Phoebe also highlighted “I have also been expanding my skills by using and expanding my knowledge of a form of sign language called Makaton which is regularly used within the school to help communicate with a number of non-verbal pupil’s.”
When asked about her objectives for the placement, Phoebe shared “I plan to spend a set time within each class in the school to get to know the pupils, staff and to get an insight into what the job of a SEN teacher is like. I am also aiming to have a greater understanding of Special Needs, Disabilities, behaviours and I am hoping to gain as much experience as possible.” We are excited to see what the rest of your work experience has in store for you!
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Miss Allason's Maths Conundrum
https://ukmt.org.uk/
The answer to last week's conundrum was A.
This week's conundrum asks:
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Come back next week to find out this week's answer!
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Leave us a Google Review
We strive to provide the best experience for our students. Your feedback helps us improve and continue delivering quality education and care. If you’ve had a good experience with us, we’d love to hear from you.
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Leaving a review on Google helps others learn more about our schools and gives us valuable insight.
Liverpool Life Sciences UTC
The Studio School
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Uniform and equipment reminder
I would like to remind parents of the uniform standards with regard to girl’s trousers. A small number of students are wearing fashion trousers – made of Lycra material and flared leggings in style. The expectation is for students to wear school trousers or a pleated skirt. As the weather is getting colder please ensure your child has a warm, waterproof coat. All students are required to have a school bag with them every day. This must be large enough to carry a number of A4 revision guides. We will provide your child with a suitable bag if they are unable to obtain one.
Jill Davies, Principal at Life Sciences and The Studio School.
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Uptree half-term support
With spring half-term approaching, Uptree reminds you of its career-focused resources, making it easy to bring careers education into your classroom. From online courses to careers events, there’s something here to support all students on their career journeys.
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LJMU Summer Residential 2025 for current Year 12 students
Are you interested in studying Business or Nursing subjects at university? And are you available from Wednesday 2nd - Friday 4th of July 2025? The LJMU Summer University will give you the opportunity to discover what being a university student is all about and delve into a subject area of your choice. The cost of the summer university is completely FREE with meals, student accommodation, and some travel fully funded, click here to register your place.
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Unifrog Apprenticeship Fair - Weds 12th of February, 4pm onwards
Students can get involved with National Apprenticeship Week by attending Unifrog’s apprenticeship fair and speak to over 30 employers in just over two hours! Learn all about the world of work by exploring the latest opportunities, attending live sessions with employers, and chat to experts and apprentices from organisations including BBC, NHS, British Army, KPMG, Lloyds Banking Group, EY, and Unilever! Please be aware their Unifrog account details will not allow you access so you will need to complete the registration process if you wish to attend, click here to register.
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Bangor University Free Online Taster Sessions – History, Law & Social Sciences
Bangor University is offering free online taster sessions covering everything from Vikings to political dictators and scandalous celebrities. Click here to sign up.
- Live online lectures (via Microsoft Teams)
- Various dates from February – March 2025
- Engaging discussions and debates
- Great for personal statements and UCAS applications
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Training Courses
North West Training Council offers ASF-funded TIG, MIG, and MMA welding courses (1 day/week for 10 weeks) for employees in Liverpool City Region. Eligibility: 19+, not in an apprenticeship, LCR resident, and UK resident for 3+ years (non-UK nationals must provide proof). If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to email Susan.
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The University of Liverpool Law & Social Justice Year 10-12 Taster Days
On February 26th, March 26th, April 23rd, May 28th, and June 25th the university is hosting bite-sized events to stimulate interest in law and social justice subjects, to motivate students for university, and to showcase the degree options available at Liverpool. For further details, please email Clare Kelly.
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The University of Liverpool webinar series
On Thursday evenings, the university will be discussing topics such as accommodation, finance, researching choices, study skills, and UCAS applications. Live Q&A sessions will follow each presentation to ensure that attendees gather the knowledge they need to make an informed decision about their higher education options. The full schedule and booking form is now live.
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Universities and colleges that accept T Levels for entry onto at least one course
Click here to view the full list of universities.
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Unifrog talent pool, have you joined?
With the UCAS deadline passed, Unifrog's Talent Pool can help Year 13 students explore options like university, Clearing, or apprenticeships. Over 3,500 students have already joined, receiving tailored opportunities from top institutions. Create your profile to showcase your skills and get matched with relevant courses, apprenticeships, and events.
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Transport and Support Changes
Liverpool City Council is set to introduce changes to its Home-to School and SEN Post-16 Transport Policy from September 2025. The updates aim to encourage active travel, greater independence and align policies with those of neighbouring authorities, and will take effect at the start of the new school year. Click here to find out more.
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The University of Law Virtual Explore Series – see attached ‘university of law’
Designed to introduce students to career paths across subjects through a combination of talks, practical tasks and Q&A panel sessions.
These events are free for all students to attend and students can book individually.
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Word of the Week - Convey
Definition -Make (an idea, impression, or feeling) known or understandable, communicate.
From Latin: com "with, together" + via "way, road" Usage - "pipes were laid to convey water to the house"
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Vaping – We would like to remind you that we do not allow students to bring items such as cigarettes, lighters, matches or e-cigarettes/ vapes into school.
Zero Tolerance of Abuse - The NST has a zero-tolerance approach to abusive language, violence, aggression or harassment towards employees, governors and volunteers.
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