We are delighted to share the news that one of our fantastic Year 11 pupils has been awarded ‘learner of the month’ by external training provider, Fix-It.
The charity, based in Wigan, offers vocational education for Key Stage 4 pupils, helping them to develop confidence, build self-esteem, and explore future career choices. Fix-It’s training and personal development programme sees pupils learn in a motor garage environment whilst working towards industry-recognised qualifications.
During her placement at Fix-It, our Year 11 pupil impressed tutors with her attitude in the workshop and dedication to classroom-based studies. Most recently, she achieved 100 per cent on her end-of-unit health and safety exam, demonstrating a clear commitment to fulfilling her potential.
In the garage workshop, she has also shown a strong interest in developing her hands-on mechanical knowledge and skills. Following her end-of-unit exam, she successfully removed and re-fitted the front brake pads on a Mini Cooper. This process involved her carefully lifting the car with a jack, before removing the wheel and caliper, compressing the piston, and installing the new pads.
Her positive mindset, coupled with her enthusiasm to achieve, has helped our pupil grow from strength to strength. After being named ‘learner of the month’ by Fix-It, she also received an Amazon gift voucher and an official certificate, which will be added to her portfolio to support her ongoing college applications.
Motor Vehicle Support Teaching Assistant at Fix-It, Rachel Wright, said: “This year 11 has really impressed us with her improved attitude in the workshop. She’s shown a great effort. Keep up the good work!”
We are incredibly proud of our Year 11 pupils and their determination to achieve their very best before they leave us in the summer. Just last month, we shared the news of another Year 11 pupil excelling in their placement with Bikemech, which you can read here.
