MPCT take part in Royal Marines Look @ Life March 2019

Once again, MPCT Learners have been down at the Royal Marine Commando Training Centre In Lympstone this week getting a taste of life as a Royal Marine Commando.

MPCT has a unique and special relationship with CTCRM as we now have a Royal Marines Liaison Officer based in Lympstone, Si Richardson.

On a recent interview with Colonel Mike Tanner, it was discussed how our MPCT Learners are pushed harder than the usual Look at Life partakers due to the high levels of fitness MPCT Learners exhibit.

Read more on what else Colonel Mike Tanner had to say HERE

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3 December 2025

🎅 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...

10 November 2025

Discover Your Future in the Armed Forces with MPCT and AFCO Online Briefings.

Are you ready to take your first step towards a rewarding career in the British Armed Forces? MPCT Military Academies, in partnership with the Armed Forces Careers Office (AFCO), are running weekly online briefings to help you prepare, plan, and progress towards your goals. These interactive sessions take place every Thursday at 1900 hrs via...

22 October 2025

2025/26 School Leaver Keep In Touch Days.

‘Keep in Touch’ Days will be held on Friday 12th December 2025, Friday 27th March 2026, Friday 1st May 2026 and Friday 18th June 2026. Starting at 13:00 and finishing at 14:30 for all locations apart from Manchester and Chorley, which will be 10:00 – 11:30. To book your place, please call Learner Support on...

14 October 2025

Bristol & Gloucester Learners Take On Annual Military Exercise at Bathurst Estate.

Learners from MPCT Bristol and Gloucester recently took part in the annual Military Exercise held at the beautiful Bathurst Estate in Cirencester. The event was once again made possible thanks to the continued support of Lord and Lady Bathurst, who have been long-standing champions of MPCT since 2016. Lady Bathurst also proudly serves as one...

1 October 2025

Pushing Limits, Building Futures: MPCT Learners Take on Woolley Edge Expedition.

Last month (15th – 18th September) our MPCT learners took on an expedition at Woolley Edge Camp, located between Barnsley and Wakefield. The learners were joined by the Army Outreach Team, embarking on a number of challenges putting them through their paces. The week was full of command tasks that pushed teamwork and problem solving,...

10 September 2025

MPCT Opens Doors Across the South West and South of England.

This autumn, Military Preparation Colleges (MPCT) are excited to open their doors to teachers, careers advisors, and influencers for a unique opportunity to step inside an operational college. These special events are designed to upskill professionals with the latest insights into post-16 opportunities, helping them to guide and advise young people on their next steps....

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