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Welcome to Our sixth form

"The Sixth Form continues to be good. Sixth Form students are ambitious and determined. They continue to do well in their studies and benefit from the well designed programmes of study."

- Ofsted 2020

Studying at The Royal Harbour Academy Sixth Form

“At The Royal Harbour Academy we are passionate about developing the learner as a whole through the IB learner profile and international mindedness. This qualification has opened many doors for our students and has enabled our students to develop their aspiration and successfully progress on to higher education, apprenticeships and employment.”

- Mr Donohoe, Head of Sixth Form

Students study two IBDP courses, one BTEC at either Diploma or Extended Diploma level, and the IBCP Core.

Students develop the academic strength, international perspective and research skills required for the best start at post 18, whether it is university, employment, apprenticeship or other high education opportunities.

IBCP - The International BACCALAUREATE Career-related programme

The International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) is recognised worldwide and was developed to provide a balanced course adhering to both an academic and vocational foundation for students who wish to benefit from career-related learning. Read More

IBCP Core

Students study the following four elements of the IBCP Core.

Service Learning - developing new skills and becoming more open-minded through volunteering in the local community.

Personal and Professional Skills (PPS) - developing employability skills through a series of projects.

Reflective Project - reflecting on a ethical issue relating to a student's chosen field of study and producing a degree level piece of work.

Language Development - studying a foreign language through project based work.

BTEC level 3

The BTEC Level 3 is regarded as equivalent to A Levels. Students on this pathway will study one course as an extended diploma qualification which is equivalent to 3 A Levels over two years.

Level 3 Pathway Details

The courses mainly consist of coursework units; however some BTECs now have some units with exam elements. These courses are particularly suitable for those who have strong inclinations towards a particular vocational career, starting with technical level posts and leading, after experience, to supervisory and enterprise management posts.

The BTEC Level 3 is popular amongst students who wish to pursue a particular profession as the BTEC gives more thorough preparation for a specific career path. BTEC Level 3 courses support students who want to gain entry into university and other forms of higher education.

In addition to a BTEC Level 3 course, students will study Maths and or English GCSE re-sits if required as well as core elements of the IBCP which will help develop academic and future employability skills.

Entry Requirements

IBCP: Five 9-4 grades at GCSE (or equivalent) including English and Maths.

BTEC: Five 9-4 grades at GCSE (or equivalent) with a minimum of a level 4 in English and or Maths.

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Your Sixth Form Journey

After your pathway and chosen subjects are confirmed on GCSE results day you will be ready to begin your Sixth Form journey. During the first week of term you will receive a form group - your tutor is a key figure who will support you throughout your time in Sixth Form, helping to monitor your progress and attainment, as well as being a daily point of contact. You will complete a range of career planning activities within your tutor group to best prepare you for post 18 options, including support with your UCAS application, preparing a CV and opportunities to practice interview skills. Through our links with local employers we will also support you in arranging work experience to help access your chosen profession.

Whichever direction you decide to take, we are sure that your time at The Royal Harbour Academy will provide you with excellent opportunities, resources and insight into your chosen career, whilst also equipping you with the life skills and experiences to go on and succeed in everything you do. You will also have regular assemblies that focus on achievement and provide you with key whole school information. In addition to assemblies, meetings will be held with the Sixth Form team to address specific Sixth Form matters.

During study sessions, Sixth Form students can do research and complete coursework in the computer suite, which is dedicated to Sixth Form students.

Educational Visits

The Sixth Form prides itself on offering a wide range of enrichment activities to all of its students. Traditional trips include a visit to the Houses of Parliament and a Careers Event at Emirates Football Stadium. Universities and employers are increasingly looking at what young people have to offer in addition to academic qualifications. During your time in the Sixth Form, you will have numerous opportunities to enrich your curriculum, from work experience with leaders in industry and university visits, to opportunities for leading jobs around the school, organising social events and becoming part of the school's student voice.

Enrichment Activities

The enrichment programme will support your progress and development on your chosen course and, as a young adult, so you become a confident, happy and well-rounded citizen. We fully encourage students to take a central lead within the enrichment programme. You will gain invaluable experience that will prepare you for the world of further study, training and work.

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