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MESSAGE FROM DIRECTOR OF SIXTH FORM
MESSAGE FROM DIRECTOR OF SIXTH FORM
This month we said farewell to our wonderful Year 13 students. We celebrated with some energetic ‘Just Dance’ and Basketball in our final General Studies session, which was a good way for the students to let off some steam before they head into their revision and exam period.
On their final day, the students enjoyed a special breakfast before their leaving assembly; we reflected on their time in the Sixth Form and subject teachers and form tutors distributed a range of awards.
We would like to thank the students for the contributions they have made to the school over the last two years and wish them the best of luck for their exams. We will be looking forward to seeing them at their Summer Ball in June and at our Celebration Evening on Thursday 3rd September.
With end-of-year exams now behind them, our Year 12 students have officially turned their focus to the future! This week, they took part in two dedicated 'Passport to the Future' days designed to help them navigate their next steps.
Students explored university and apprenticeship pathways, started setting up their UCAS accounts, and began drafting their personal statements. They also picked up vital real-world skills in a budgeting and finance workshop hosted by Herts Young Homeless.
The highlights concluded with a speed networking event, where we were delighted to welcome back several alumni who have successfully secured apprenticeships. They shared invaluable, first-hand advice with both Year 12 and Year 10 students. We are immensely grateful to these former students for giving up their time to share their insights with our current Year 12 pupils.
Mrs Reynard
Director of Sixth Form
Study Skills and Revision
Study Skills and Revision
Studying for A level or T level places more responsibility on the student to learn independently. In order to be successful, it is important that students plan and organise their study, and use a variety of techniques to ensure full understanding. Students have study periods during the school day, and home work time to complete their independent study. We recommend the Rule of 8, which is that in a 24 hour period, students allocate approximately 8 hours a day for school work (including lessons), 8 hours for sleep, and 8 hours for themselves. If students require any support with study, the pastoral team and subject teachers are happy to help.
Click here for further information / advice about study skills.
Next Steps and Opportunities
Next Steps and Opportunities
In this section, students will be provided with information on university days, Post-16 information and much more such as taster lectures, work experience opportunities, summer schools, apprenticeships and webinars
WELLBEING
WELLBEING
The Mix - the UK's leading digital charity for young people under 25, offering free, confidential support on mental health
Sandbox - free, NHS-funded digital mental health service for children and young people aged 10–25 in Hertfordshire. It provides rapid access to online resources, games, live chat, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (iCBT) to support mental health, including anxiety, low self-esteem, and stress.
Togetherall - Offers self-guided courses, creative tools, and resources for managing mental health, including anxiety, stress, depression, and sleep.
Key Dates
4th June - Rock and Guitar evening (5pm)
8th June - Field Events day
8th June - Vocal evening (5pm)
9th June - Field events day
10th June - Year 12 reports home
11th June - Year 12 English Language
12th June - Year 12 Tower of London trip
17th June - Sports day
18th June - Summer concert (6.30pm)
18th - 19th June - Year 12 Geography trip
22nd - 23rd June - Sixth Form Induction Day
24th June - PSHE Day
24th June - Exam Contingency Day
28th June - 3rd July - Year 13 Gold Duke of Edinburgh qualifier
29th, 30th June and 1st July - School production performance (6.30pm)
6th - 8th July - Year 12 Art Graphics and Photography mock exams
10th - 16th July - Years 8, 9, 10 and 12 Italian trip
13th - 16th - Year 12 Gold Duke of Edinburgh Practice 1
13th July - Year 12 work experience
17th July - LAST DAY OF TERM
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