--- title: "Principal of Birkenhead Sixth Form College, Mike Kilbride, Awarded MBE for Services to Education" url: "https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/news/2025-04-22-principal-of-birkenhead-sixth-form-college-mike-kilbride-awarded-mbe-for-services-to-educ" school: "Birkenhead Sixth Form College" --- [![Birkenhead Sixth Form College](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/logo/BSFC_FC_RGB(1).png)](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/) - [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/birkenheadsixthformcollege) - [X](http://www.twitter.com/BSFC) - [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0mV-sqmiu8V_19dpFY3Zw) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/bsfc_/) - [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@bsfc_college) [Apply Now](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/application-form) ![OFSTED](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/theme/birkenhead/img/ofsted_new.png) # Principal of Birkenhead Sixth Form College, Mike Kilbride, Awarded MBE for Services to Education 22 April 2025 ![Image of Principal of Birkenhead Sixth Form College, Mike Kilbride, Awarded MBE for Services to Education](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/news/Mike_MBE_Website.png) In a momentous occasion celebrating a career dedicated to educational excellence, Mike Kilbride, Principal of Birkenhead Sixth Form College, has been awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for his outstanding services to education. The honour was formally bestowed upon him by the Princess Royal during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. Mike’s leadership has been instrumental in transforming Birkenhead Sixth Form College into a nationally recognised beacon of post-16 education. Under his stewardship, the College has undergone a remarkable journey of improvement, innovation, and ambition, culminating in its current status as one of the top three sixth form colleges in the country. The MBE recognises Mike’s relentless commitment to raising educational standards, fostering an inclusive and aspirational environment, and reshaping the College into a model of best practice. His focus on staff empowerment, student success, and evidence-based teaching has earned accolades both locally and nationally. In response to receiving the MBE, Mike was quick to highlight the collective nature of the achievement: “This recognition is a reflection of the dedication, ambition and belief we have as a College community. I’m proud to accept it on behalf of an incredible staff body and the students we serve.” Colleagues have praised Mike for his strategic vision and unwavering belief in the transformative power of education. Deputy Principal at the College, Rob Myatt, praised his impact and inspirational leadership: “Mike’s commitment to transforming lives through education has been nothing short of extraordinary. His leadership has inspired all of us to strive for more, and this recognition is so richly deserved. It’s a proud moment for the entire College.” As Birkenhead Sixth Form College continues to set new standards for post-16 education, Mike Kilbride’s MBE stands as a symbol of what visionary leadership and a united team can achieve. - [ previous](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/news/2025-04-08-spotlight-on-brilliance-bsfc-s-thriving-performing-arts-courses) - [next ](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/news/2025-04-25-unlocking-legal-futures-at-birkenhead-sixth-form-college) ### [Latest News](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/news) [![Image of Halloween Fest brings spooky fun to College](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/imagecache/750x480c/news/Halloween_Fest_26_-_Photo_Montage.jpg)](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/news/2026-10-26-halloween-fest-brings-spooky-fun-to-college) 26 October 2026 #### [Halloween Fest brings spooky fun to College](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/news/2026-10-26-halloween-fest-brings-spooky-fun-to-college) ### [Upcoming Events](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/events) [![Image of Open Evening](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/imagecache/750x480c/events/Edited_Top_3.jpg)](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/events/2026-11-26-open-evening) 26 November 2026 #### [Open Evening](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/events/2026-11-26-open-evening) ### [Blog](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/blog) [![Image of Students Secure 3rd Place in Merseyside Police Cyber Challenger 2025](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/imagecache/750x480c/blog/IMG_0394.jpg)](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/blog/2025-03-06-10-26-00-students-secure-3rd-place-in-merseyside-police-cyber-challenger-2025) 6 March 2025 #### [Students Secure 3rd Place in Merseyside Police Cyber Challenger 2025](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/blog/2025-03-06-10-26-00-students-secure-3rd-place-in-merseyside-police-cyber-challenger-2025) [Tweets by BSFC](https://twitter.com/BSFC) ![Top 3](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/partners/Top_3_Footer.jpg) ![Educate Awards - Most Inspirational Sixth Form](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/partners/Most_Inspirational_Winner_-_Banner_Rounded_Corners(1).jpg) ![Educate North College of the Year 2023](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/partners/College_of_the_Year_Badge_-_Banner.jpg) [![Ofsted](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/partners/Ofsted_Outstanding_OP_Colour.png)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50248883) [![TES Shortlist](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/partners/For_Website_Partner.jpg)](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/news/2018-02-26-college-wins-national-sixth-form-college-of-the-year-award) [![Quality in Careers](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/partners/Quality_in_Careers_Standard_-_JPEG.jpg)](https://www.qualityincareers.org.uk/) ![CE Certified](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/partners/new_ce_badge.png) [![Sixth Form Colleges Association](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/partners/SFCA.jpg)](http://www.sixthformcolleges.org/) ![AoC](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/partners/Without_Border.jpg) [![Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/partners/DofE-logo-gunmetal-full-RGB_(504x800)_(403x640).jpg)](http://www.dofe.org/) ![Birkenhead Sixth Form College](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/logo/logo-white(2).png) © Copyright 2011–2026 Birkenhead Sixth Form College All rights reserved. **Birkenhead Sixth Form College** Park Road West, Claughton Wirral, Merseyside, CH43 8SQ Tel: 0151 652 5575 Email: School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)