Additional Information

In Sixth Form we focus on knowing and supporting our students through the below:

• A dedicated and experienced Sixth Form tutor team - students will see their tutor every day. 

• A dedicated Deputy Year Leader who works with students individually both on academic and pastoral support and provides:

-Wellbeing/emotional support.

- Support with study skills e.g. organisation, time management, revision strategies etc.

- Subject specific academic support.

- Support with transition into Sixth Form if needed.

- Monitoring attendance/support with assistance in increasing attendance.

• A clear system of identifying when students are not meeting their potential and system of intervention.

• A focus on attendance as this is key to obtaining good results.

• Support for life beyond Sixth Form through tutor time and Careers Advisor.

• A highly effective university and apprenticeship applications support system. 

• An Oxbridge support group for students wishing to apply for Oxbridge and medicine etc

• Financial Support - The 16-19 Bursary Fund is available for students with low household income.

We also support students to develop their independence, team and leadership skills through the below:

• We expect year 12 students to participate in community service. 

• We offer a wide range of opportunities for students to develop their extra-curricular strengths and interests; Debate club, Charity Committee, Duke of Edinburgh Award, School Council, Diversity Committee.

• We provide all students with opportunities to take on roles of responsibility and develop leadership and team skills - the “soft” skills that employers and universities highly value; Head Prefects, Senior and School Prefects, Matthew Arnold Peer Supports (MAPS)

• Enrichment Stars - Student achievement in their enrichment activities will be recognised with our star system.