Things to consider…

When you are making your choices there are a number of things to consider:

Academic achievement

Think about the subjects that you are best at. Do not pick a subject in which you have not done well in the past, in the hope that you are all of a sudden going to improve. Talk to the Head of Department of any subjects that you are not sure about.

Capabilities

Try to be realistic about your targets in regard to grades and your hopes for the future but do aim high. Ask your teachers' advice about how well they think you could do.

Interests

What subjects do you enjoy? What are your hobbies and out of school activities?

Future plans

What are you thinking about doing after school? Do you hope to go to University? Do you want to enter a training scheme or apprenticeship? What Post 16 courses will prepare you? If you haven't decided on a career path yet, choose subjects that will keep your options open.

Summary

  • It is very important that you should think carefully about your choices. It is important that you make choices that suit you and not pick subjects based on your friends' choices.

  • If you are unsure about picking any subject, ask the teacher about it. Make sure that you pick subjects that you enjoy because this will help you do well at school.

  • Make sure you talk over your choices with your parents and take time to finalise your choices as this will avoid any headaches for you and the school.

  • If you are still unsure about some of your choices talk to Mr. O'Hare, your form teacher or the Head of Department of the subject you are choosing.


Points to note

  1. Sixth Form students’ progress will be continually appraised on the following criteria:

  • General Behaviour.

  • Attendance.

  • Punctuality.

  • Respect for staff.

  • Co-operation with Staff.

  • Contribution to School Life.

  • Attitude to Schoolwork, Homework, Assignments, etc.


  1. The minimum requirement for an A level course is 5 GCSE passes at grades A* - C including a C grade in either GCSE English or GCSE Mathematics. Individual courses may require an A or B at GCSE to follow through to A level.


  1. Full school uniform must be worn at all times.


  1. Students must abide by the School’s Code of Discipline at all times.


  1. Show good example to younger pupils inside and outside College.