Military Preparation School learners celebrated at special ceremony


Students from three centres in Bridgend, Cardiff and Rhymney had the opportunity to showcase the skills learned at the free-to-attend specialist schools, which provide 14-16 year olds in Wales an insight into life within the Armed Forces and other Public Services such as the Fire Service.


Around 280 guests attended the special ceremony on Friday 17th March, including family members, VIPs and Olympian Tom Haffi eld. A series of demonstrations, including physical training exercises, footdrills and log displays were performed for the audience, followed by a formal presentation of special achievement awards to the teenagers.


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Awards were presented for Most Improved learners, Best Academic performance, Best Turnout, Physical Training and Learner of the Year. A number of students also spoke publicly about the personal impact that attending the unique Military Preparation School has had on their lives. The Military Preparation Schools network is overseen by the Motivational Preparation College for Training (MPCT), a Cardiff-headquartered organisation that recently received the prestigious ‘Training Provider of the Year’ honour from the Times Education Supplement Further Education awards. The


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curriculum offers a diverse learning experience for learners, providing the opportunity to gain Public Services certifi cation in either Teamwork and Personal Development or Employability Skills. The curriculum complements existing mainstream education, while also supporting learning for those who have struggled with engagement and motivation within a traditional classroom environment. To fi nd out more about the Military Preparation Schools provision, visit www.mpct.co.uk or call 08442 438438.


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