Wyke 6th Form College

🌟 FUTURES DAY — TOMORROW! 🌟
We’re all looking forward to an amazing development day as Loud Speaker deliver their inspiring workshops to all our first year students.

If you’re heading to the Hull University Event — that’s over 1000 of you — here’s what you need to know:

1️⃣ Travel by bus. All students are travelling together by bus. Be at the Kelvin Hall Sports Pavilion for 9.00am to hop on board. Do not make your own way to the university.
2️⃣ Wear your lanyard. You’ll need it so we can swipe you in on arrival.
3️⃣ Bring a packed lunch There’s only a short break, so no time to leave campus or visit cafés.

We can’t wait to see you bright and early for a brilliant day of growth, confidence and new skills.

A small group of students – Flyers and Futures First – will be staying at Wyke to complete their bespoke workshops. They have received seperate information about their schedule.

🌍SOUTH AFRICA 2026 🌍

Our students embarked on an unforgettable journey to the heart of South Africa, one of our amazing Turing Trip destinations, and what an incredible experience it was.

They explored Big 5 reserves, enjoyed thrilling safari game drives, and tracked wildlife in its natural habitat.

Students made a real impact through community outreach, refurbishing a local crèche, visiting schools, and supporting meaningful projects.

They fully immersed themselves in Zulu culture through workshops, talks, and hands-on experiences with local communities.

Along the way, they relaxed on beautiful beaches, enjoyed hippo and crocodile boat safaris, and took in breathtaking African sunsets.

A powerful mix of adventure, culture, and giving back, memories made that will last a lifetime.

🌍 ST.LUCIA 2026 🌍

Our students enjoyed an incredible adventure in St Lucia, combining sport, culture, and community impact in one unforgettable trip!

After arriving on the island, they quickly settled in and explored the beautiful Caribbean beaches, including the vibrant Rodney Bay.

Students competed in fixtures and tournaments against local teams, building friendships and enjoying the true spirit of a ‘Lucian Lime’ after matches.

A huge highlight for our students was giving back, delivering fun sports sessions to children in local communities and preschools, helping to inspire and develop young talent. They also experienced the island’s beauty with trips to beaches, markets, and breathtaking landmarks, plus adventures like rainforest zip-lining and exploring the famous Pitons.

St.Lucia was a trip full of new experiences, strong connections, and lasting memories. This is all part of the

⚽🌍 WORLD CUP FEVER ⚽🌍

Getting ready for the opening of the 2026 World Cup this evening, our staff and students have been sharing their predictions on who’s going all the way.

Some confident picks and definitely a few bold choices…

Who do YOU think will win it? Let us know in the comments.

🎭NATIONAL STAGE🎭
Wyke’s Performing Arts students have been selected by the National Theatre to take their production of The Animals to The Lowry, Manchester as part of the Connections Festival 2026.

Written by Sean Buckley, The Animals is a powerful and moving exploration of agency and education within the youth custody system.

Our production was chosen by acclaimed director Tom Bellerby, Artistic Director of Attic Theatre Company and Co Chair of York’s Pilot Theatre. Tom has supported the cast from their first performance at the Wyke Theatre, through their run at York Theatre Royal, and now onto this incredible national stage.

The National Theatre’s Connections programme has championed young theatre makers for over 30 years, commissioning brand new plays and working with more than 250 youth companies and 6,000 young people annually.

A huge congratulations to our cast and creative team. This is an extraordinary achievement and a moment of real pride for Wyke.

The Wyke cast will take to the stage on Sunday, 28 June at 7pm.
Tickets are available online at https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/whats-on/connections-2026-the-animals/

Read more at https://www.wyke.ac.uk/articles/national-stage

🎤MASS KARAOKE🎤
Wyke Sports Pres 2026 opened with hundreds of students singing along to their favourite tunes! Here's to next year!