🎅 MPCT Launches Annual Santa Dash to Celebrate Another Incredible Year 🎄

As we head towards the festive season and prepare for a well-deserved Christmas break, MPCT is once again bringing the Christmas spirit to life with our annual 5k Santa Dash Fancy Dress Fun Run, all in support of the Motivation and Learning Trust.

Throughout December, learners and staff across our academies will be donning their best festive fancy dress and taking on the 5k challenge. From Santa suits and elves to snowmen and reindeer, the Santa Dash has become a much-loved tradition that brings our whole community together for a fantastic cause.

The Motivation and Learning Trust provides vital support, opportunities and resources for young people, and we’re incredibly proud to play our part in raising funds to help them continue their amazing work.

🎄 Reflecting on an Outstanding Year

As 2025 draws to a close, we want to take a moment to recognise the achievements of our learners across all MPCT academies. Their dedication, progress and resilience have been truly inspiring. Whether through military skills days, outdoor challenges, team-building activities or academic achievements, our learners have shown exceptional commitment throughout the year.

Our staff teams have also gone above and beyond to support, motivate and guide every learner who walks through our doors. The Santa Dash marks a perfect opportunity to celebrate that spirit, teamwork, positivity and giving back.

✨ Looking Ahead

The Santa Dash is more than just a festive run; it’s a celebration of everything we value at MPCT, community, determination and supporting others. As we wrap up another successful year, we couldn’t be prouder of our learners and everything they’ve achieved.

We’d like to thank all staff, learners, families and supporters who have helped make 2025 such a fantastic year. We look forward to returning in January refreshed, motivated and ready for another year of growth and success.

🎅 Good luck to everyone taking part, and Merry Christmas from all of us at MPCT! 🎄

You can donate via our JustGiving page by clicking here.

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