Melton Vale Sixth Form College head praises students for lockdown response

Kirstie Johnson praised her pupils for the way they have dealt with the challenges of being isolated at home to limit the spread of coronavirus.

She told the Melton Times: “Year 12 students have been continuing their studies through the provision of outstanding remote learning resources and students have shown a very impressive response to distant learning and continue to impress us with their commitment to their A-level study.

“As per the latest guidance teachers will be offering face to face support in the coming weeks which will allow students to have contact with their teachers.

“For our Year 13 students we await their exam results in August.

“I very much look forward to welcoming our students back to college, along with the new intake of students as and when advised it is safe to do so.

“I am very grateful for the support and understanding of our students and their families during this period.”

It’s been a similar situation for students at Brooksby Melton College, with study taking place remotely.

Principal Dawn Whitemore has written to students to say: “All students will continue to be supported online and are not expected or required to attend college.

“Please be reassured that your success, along with your safety, are our key priorities and we will be in touch with you all in relation to awarding your qualification as soon as we have the information.”

The college is holding an online Virtual Open Day for prospective new students on Saturday June 20.