Year 13 Leavers’ Party 2025
Last night, we said a heartfelt (and slightly tearful) goodbye to our incredible Year 13 students — and what a send-off it was! The Student Union absolutely smashed it with their final project: planning their own leavers’ party. And wow, did they deliver! Held at the stunning Acklam Hall, students arrived dressed to impress — […]
Year 13 Leavers’ Celebration
A warm and emotional afternoon unfolded at Macmillan Post16 as staff and students gathered to celebrate the remarkable journey of the Year 13 cohort. The event marked the end of a significant chapter for students who have spent either two or seven years growing, learning, and thriving within our school community. The farewell celebration […]
Semi-finals bound!
The Post 16 men’s football team continued their impressive season with a dramatic 5-4 victory over Gateshead College in the quarter-finals of the league cup. Macmillan started strong, with Callum and Zac firing in two early goals, setting the pace for a dominant first half. Zac and Harrison came close to extending the lead before […]
Simon: A Future in Medicine!
Huge congratulations to Simon B on receiving an offer to study Medicine at Hull York Medical School! This incredible achievement is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and passion for the field. Throughout his time at Macmillan Post 16, Simon has benefited from expert guidance, one-on-one mentoring, and a supportive learning environment that has […]
Higher Ideas Exchange 2025
Future Pathways at Higher Ideas Exchange Our students and their families recently took full advantage of a really informative Higher Ideas Exchange event! The evening provided an invaluable opportunity to engage with university representatives, explore higher education options, and gain key insights into the journey ahead. An Evening of Insight and Exploration Students from Year 9, KS4, […]
Top Performing Sixth Form
Macmillan Post 16 is recognised in the Top 19 Performing State Sixth Forms in the North East We have been recognised as one of the top-performing State sixth forms in the North East of England, achieving an impressive A Level point score of 35.01, which equates to an average grade of B-. This outstanding performance […]
Exceptional University Offers
At Macmillan Post 16, we are thrilled to share some amazing news about our students and their university offers. Here’s a glimpse of the success stories that are making us so proud! Thomas: A Passion for Language, A Place at Cambridge! Thomas has been offered a place to study Spanish & Portuguese at Cambridge University. Thomas […]
Jobs Fair 2025
This year’s Annual Jobs Fair at Macmillan was yet again an outstanding success, bringing together over 50 local employers eager to showcase their businesses and the exciting career opportunities available to our students. The event was an invaluable opportunity for students, parents, and local businesses alike, creating connections and sparking potential future careers. A Thriving Community […]
What an Incredible Autumn 2024 Term!
Post 16 are a vibrant part of the Macmillan Academy community, so lets take a look at the first term of this academic year, many items feature Post 16. From welcoming our fantastic new Year 7 and Post 16 students to the endless activities, trips, field visits, and sporting events – it’s been non-stop! We’ve […]
A Merry Christmas from Post 16
As the term moves towards a close, the Post 16 team is thrilled to see so many festive celebrations taking place. Our students truly embraced the holiday spirit today with an amazing Christmas Jumper Day! The highlight? A lively and fun group sing-along to Last Christmas! It’s safe to say, they’re well and truly in the […]