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Welcome To Balby Carr Sixth Form and Academy of Sport The Sixth Form is a large, vibrant community that prides itself on a positive approach to academic and personal development. ‘Why have so many students decided that Balby Carr Sixth Form is the place for them?’ This Prospectus reflects our current and future successes and highlights what our students are saying about the Sixth Form and Academy of Sport.
We aim to provide our young adults with new experiences to support them to become confident, happy and successful participants in the societies in which they will enter after Balby Carr. We encourage our students to show initiative and enterprise and to play an active role in the life of the college and the community. We are a family and have high expectations of our students and the adults that will work with you.
Balby Carr offers you a wide variety of Level 3 and Level 2 courses so you can choose the combination of subjects that is right for you. We provide an extensive enrichment and visits programme of activities and events designed to prepare you for the challenges of your course, student life and ultimately the world of work.
Our teachers and tutors are highly qualified, committed, enthusiastic and trained to provide you with the best support possible. We have a proven track record of success and students who have high expectations of themselves, a positive outlook and a strong work ethic look to Balby Carr as the destination of choice.
Our aim is to ensure we achieve excellence by putting students first and to enable every student to achieve success and be happy in terms of achievement, physical and emotional development, to allow them to enjoy their academic, sporting and personal champagne moments.
We are proud of the continued success of all of our Sixth Form students and we look forward to you adding to those successes when you join our Sixth Form and Academy of Sport in 2014.
Miss F. Brigham Director of Sixth Form
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Why Balby Carr Sixth Form? 100% Pass Rate for 6 Years Extensive range of A Level and BTEC subjects Highly qualified, committed and enthusiastic teachers and staff 100% Students Progress onto Successful Pathways Excellent opportunities to develop employability skills
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A Message From the Headteacher
Welcome to Balby Carr Sixth Form & Academy of Sport. On behalf of all our students, staff and families I would like to invite you to join our exciting, successful and supportive learning community; one that offers much more to our students. Being a Sixth Form student is one of the most exciting times of your life and we know that you will make the right choice and decide to continue with your education at Balby Carr. This prospectus is designed to help you make the important choices about your future direction; to select the right College and the right courses for you. We know you will be happy, successful and gain the qualifications you need for your chosen future pathway at Balby Carr Sixth Form & Academy of Sport because we involve our Sixth Form students and ask them what activities we have or could provide that have helped to make them successful, and by success we mean students who are proud and happy as a result of their academic, physical and emotional successes.
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Balby Carr Sixth Form has gone from strength to strength over the past seven years and numbers have increased from 85 students in 2005 to 289 in 2013. We have been recognised as the fastest growing Academy of Sport in the North of England. Do More - We continue to invest in the
facilities for our Sixth Form students because we want you to be a part of a vibrant and caring community with access to the best teaching and ‘high tech’ facilities to support your learning. All departments have Sixth Form study areas; the new Sixth Form Centre provides a 21st Century facility to support learning and Independent study, the 2012 and 1966 Suites provides an independent learning area throughout the day, and the 2012 suite is solely for the use of Post 16 students. We have developed a strong partnership with the Ogden Science Trust and we are the Science and Physics Hub for the A1 ‘corridor’, which will provide excellent resources, opportunities and funding for our Post 16 students.
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We are proud of our students and grateful to their families who support them and us so well. This support enables all our students to progress onto the best Universities and fulfilling careers. Be More - Good training and qualifications are more important today than they have ever been and at Balby Carr we have ever been and at Balby Carr we will provide you with the leadership skills, knowledge and confidence to face the next important stage of your life, whether it is to find a job, train for a career or prepare for University.
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100% of all students from Balby Carr Sixth Form for the last 8 years went on to either higher education, employment with training or further education.
Enjoy More - Sixth Form students make “good progress” with “good teaching encouraging mature discussion by well-informed students. The Sixth Form students at Balby Carr receive good careers education and guidance.”
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Balby Carr Sixth Form’s overall success rate of 100% at A Level reflects our improved pass rates and our excellent retention rates. Achieve More - As a result of our excellent Sixth Form Ambassadorial Programme you will be provided with opportunities to develop your interpersonal, social and academic skills which will help you become ‘highly employable’.
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Balby Carr students have achieved 100% pass rate at A2 for the last 6 years.
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100% of Balby Carr students who want to progress to University, have done, for the past 7 years. I look forward to you joining our excellent Sixth Form & Academy of Sport and continuing the proud tradition of success we have at Balby Carr. We know you will be happy, engaged, enriched and successful and as a result of your many future successes in the BCVI you will be confident and ready to take the next important step in your life. The only thing we are missing is you. Mr M. Craig Proud Head Teacher of Balby Carr Sixth Form & Academy of Sport
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Why Balby Carr Sixth Form? There are several options for you to consider at the end of your GCSE studies. As in all good decision-making, you will research all the realistic options open to you before deciding where to go and what to do. We believe Balby Carr Sixth Form is the destination of choice. Here are some advantages we feel will encourage you to join Balby Carr Sixth Form:
Opportunities to develop your leadership skills now that you are a senior member of the school
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Good staffing arrangements in school to ensure that teaching groups provide closer contact and more opportunity to provide individual help and support A comprehensive bank of information and guidance with regard to post 18 options and destinations.
The care and support provided by the Sixth Form team of Tutors and Subject Teachers
A programme of activities and events designed to prepare you for the challenges of your course, student life and ultimately the world of work Continuity and stability in a familiar school environment with staff and students that you know may help in your progression from GCSE to Advanced Level Opportunities to develop personal skills, work on interesting projects, working with younger pupils and mentoring them to support them in their learning
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Making the jump from GCSE and compulsory education is a big one and I have been fortunate to have the needed support every step of the way, from revision for exams to making the next step into higher education or work. The opportunities offered have been endless and I have done things and gone places I didn’t think I could.
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A 100% pass rate at A2 for 6 years running
The Curriculum
also have achieved a good standard in English and Mathematics (Grade C or above) at GCSE.
We offer a wide range of courses at Level 3 (Advanced Level, BTEC National) and Level 2.
We know students progress at different rates and we are always prepared to discuss the right pathway for each individual. We are a very supportive Sixth Form and we never give up on our students.
LEVEL 3 (Advanced Level)
LEVEL 2 (Intermediate Level)
These are two year courses which are modular. At the end of Year 12 the modules lead to AS qualifications which can be used as `stand alone` qualifications. However, most students progress to Year 13 in their advanced courses to complete A2 modules. When combined, AS and A2 modules lead to a full Advanced Level qualification. With these Advanced Level qualifications you can move on to Higher Education. You will be able to study up to four AS courses during year 12. The following year you will be able to study up to three of those through to a full Advanced Level.
These are vocational courses that you would complete in one year. You would usually need to have gained some GCSE’s but no specific grades or subjects. You would be working at GCSE Levels A*-C on these courses. They are suitable for students who have not yet attained 6 or more A*-C grades at GCSE at the end of year 11. Most people progress to advanced courses after completing these programmes. A range of Level 2 and 3 courses are on offer. Specific course details are provided to give you an idea of what each course entails.
We recommend that you have achieved at least 6 GCSE passes at grades C or above. This should include at least a grade B in the subject you wish to study, or a similar subject if you have not studied the subject at GCSE. You should
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Balby Carr is a school with many different avenues available including a large Academy of Sport with monumental facilities along with a wide variety of subject choices on offer for A Level and BTEC students.
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Courses Available Art Art & Design (BTEC) Art & Design (Photography) BTEC
Business Accountancy Business Studies Public Services BTEC Cambridge Tech Business
Design & Technology Product Design (Textiles) Product Design (Graphics) Construction BTEC
English English Language English Literature Media
Hair Hair NVQ Level 2
Humanities Geography Government & Politics History Law Philosophy & Ethics Travel & Tourism BTEC
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ICT Applied ICT
Languages French
Mathematics Mathematics
Performing Arts Music Technology Performing Arts BTEC/Dance Drama & Theatre Studies
Physical Education Physical Education Sports Development Coaching & Fitness BTEC
Science Biology Chemistry Physics Applied Science: Forensics BTEC
Social Sciences Sociology Psychology Health & Social Care BTEC Level 3 AS/A2 / Equivalent Level 2 GCSE / Equivalent
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Balby Carr Sixth Form has a wide variety of different subject areas to suit your interests, from Photography to Law. Within these subject areas the teachers really help guide you through your two year journey.
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Widening Opportunities
General Studies
GCSE Courses Students that do not achieve grade C or above in English and/or Mathematics will be expected to resit English and Maths GCSE or equivalent, as they are essential qualifications for entry to most Higher Education courses or employment.
Personalised Qualifications Asdan Level 3 General Studies Coaching Leadership Awards Grades Exam in Music Extended Project
ASDAN Qualification Students studying this course will use the experiences and skills from their Graduate Programme to work towards this qualification. It is a very useful qualification which enables you to show evidence of your skills and responsibilities during your time in the Sixth Form in the form of a portfolio. The level 3 qualification is the equivalent to 70 UCAS points (10 marks from a grade C at A2).
General Studies is a full A Level qualification, delivered in just one year. It is an inter-disciplinary subject, looking at topics across subject boundaries. Many students choose to study this subject in Year 13 in order to obtain further qualifications/points and to secure their chosen Post 18 pathway.
National Citizen Service The National Citizen Service works closely with the Sixth Form to provide our students with the opportunity to become involved in their rewarding programme. You could be one of thousands of young people who take part in the National Citizen Service, gaining valuable skills and experience in leadership, communication and teamwork while performing valuable volunteering work in the local community. *Please note that although we anticipate that most courses will run, occasionally if courses are undersubscribed, we are not able to run them. If this is the case for any course you will be informed towards the beginning of the Summer Term.
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12 Beyond the Curriculum During your time in the Sixth Form you will be encouraged to become involved in various activities and take on responsibilities to develop your skills.
The Graduate Programme The Graduate Programme aims to set a broad and challenging goal, enabling you to leave as a well rounded and educated individual. The qualities, responsibilities and achievements that you can obtain, will enhance your capacity for employability or selection for Higher Education. It covers the following elements:
Academic Element This is achieved through your Academic subjects.
Citizenship Element Is made up from either college or community based activities. Types of activity that will qualify are: Praise & Reward Peer Mentor Art Assistant Primary Links ICT Support PE Assistant
Paired Reading Technology Assistant Numeracy Support Languages Assistant Sociology Support STEM Ambassador
Individual Achievement
At least one of these tasks must also be completed: Musical Achievement/Qualification Sports Qualification, eg CSLA First Aid Course Regular commitment to Sporting Activity Member of School Executive Young Enterprise Taking part in drama/music/dance productions Health & Safety Award Sign Language
Social Enterprise Element Another element of the graduate programme is social enterprise, this focuses on how you can use your creativity to give something back. You can choose to organise an activity an event or create a product that raises money for a charity, commit to regularly working for a charity as a volunteer or to support a project that raises money for a charity. In the past students have organised events such as a Christmas disco for Year 7-9 students, a row-a-thon for Children in Need, run charity stalls at our summer and winter fayres and assisted in Balby Library.
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Balby Academy of Sport At Balby Academy of Sport we pride ourselves on offering a diverse and varied programme of study, aimed at developing students both academically and as athletes. If you are considering a career in the world of sport, then, Balby Academy of Sport is the place for you. We offer a fantastic range level 3 qualifications alongside individualised training programmes for our athletes, which lead to a number of exit routes on completion, for example university or scholarship routes overseas. We are one of the most innovative and fastest growing Academies that offers an outstanding opportunity for sixth form students to realise their sporting potential, while achieving an excellent education. We are nationally recognised by OFSTED and the Youth Sport Trust for our excellent academic reputation and our amazing sporting achievements. As a result of our continued outstanding success, students have helped deliver seminars at the Sports College Conference to schools and colleges across the UK. The Academy of Sport has grown from having only 9 students in 2007 to having 140 students studying the BTEC Level 3
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Extended Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness) alongside receiving high quality coaching and the chance to represent their academy all over the UK. With an outstanding record of 100% pass rate, whether students choose to progress into higher education, undertake a scholarship, or find a career in the sport and leisure industry, choosing one of our Academy routes may possibly be the best decision a student can make. Academy students are allocated specialised individual timetables, which incorporate their chosen Academy’s tasks and duties, as well as their educational studies. The training our students receive within their chosen Academy will enable them to develop individual technical skills and overall performance, through our high quality coaches and programmes of study. Students have numerous opportunities to represent the Academy in National and Regional fixtures and coaching events. We currently offer the following Sports Academy routes: Boys Football Girls Football Sports Medicine BMX Boxing Coaching and Teaching Golf
All students within the Academy have the option to study either BTEC Sport level 3 Extended Diploma or As/A level courses that are delivered by fully qualified, committed and innovative staff. Alongside academic study, each individual Academy has a dedicated team of highly skilled coaches and managers that will ensure students receive the best possible opportunities within their chosen Academy.
Our Academy Package Includes: Access to High Quality Sporting Facilities Academy Development Centre, including state of the art changing facilities Our very own on site Sports Therapy unit Five full size, high quality grass pitches Club
Full use of local Health and Fitness
Our very own strength and conditioning coach
On site Boxing Training Facilities Full size Sports Hall and Gymnasium Performance Analysis Packages Individual Academy Kit, including playing, training and coaching kit. Superbly organised Scholarship Routes to American and Canadian Universities.
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Staff are driven to help us achieve our full potential, we work with so many well qualified staff to help us achieve great things. The facilities are fantastic, lessons are interesting and the entire timetable is structured to meet our needs as academics and athletes. I know being a member of Balby Carr will help me achieve later in life regardless of whether I choose to go to University, on a scholarship programme, or straight into employment. It really is a fantastic stepping stone.
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The facilities were one of the first things I noticed about Balby Academy of Sport, the reputation of the Academy is fantastic, a huge number of friends and family recommended that I study here, and I am so grateful that they did. I have developed so much as a performer and as a student. Staff helped me to decide my next steps and are fully supporting me to achieve them.
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The Girls Football Academy
enough to be scouted to represent England in the under 19’s squad, which is an unbelievable achievement, one which we are extremely proud and supportive of.
The Girl’s Football Academy are continuing to grown in numbers as well as in achievements. The Girls Football Academy now have a unique partnership with Doncaster Belles, where they play in a Super League reserves League for the Belles, as well as in the college leagues for Balby Academy of Sport, which no other college team in the area does. We have a large number of trophies and an array of titles under our belt, we are looking for students who can contribute to our already outstanding successes.
The BMX Academy
The academy is growing every year; we now have 26 girls on our Programme all studying either the BTEC Extended Diploma and/or A levels. This Academy offers the highest quality facilities coaching, and conditioning to help our students reach the best physical condition to deal with playing in the newly formed British Colleges Elite League which includes Arsenal, Everton, Chelsea, Lincoln, Birmingham and Filton.
Students will receive expert BMX coaching from one of the top BMX riders in the UK. This academy is attracting interest from all over the UK and Europe, currently with 4 extremely talented BMX riders. These students are also completing the BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport, alongside their specialised coaching and race events.
Several of our Girl’s football academy students are currently completing scholarships programmes overseas, after completing their studies with us. One of our students has also been lucky
After investing in its own state of the art new international BMX track, Balby Academy of Sport is proud to be the country’s first BMX Academy. The national standard track is regarded as one of the best in the country and was individually designed by the our resident BMX coach Kelvin Batey.
One of our Ex BMX Academy students has gone on to be selected for the Great British BMX development squad, which is an unbelievable achievement, having only been riding for a few years.
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The Sports Medicine Academy The Sports Medicine Academy is currently in its 2nd year, being introduced in to the Academy structure from September 2012. This Academy is the first of its kind in Yorkshire and has developed a partnership with Barnsley Football Club. Sports Medicine Academy students also complete the BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport as well as A level Biology. Built in to their academic timetable are a number of qualifications related to sports therapy, physiotherapy, sports rehabilitation and sports massage. These students undertake a 2 year work experience placement, working directly with our very own Sports Therapist, gaining hands on experience in the treatment and management of athletes and their injuries. We currently have 5 students within the Sports Medicine Academy, travelling from all over South Yorkshire to continue their studies and widen their experience in the hope of gaining a place at University to pursue a career in the sports therapy field. We are looking for students with the same positive attitude and motivation to succeed in such a demanding and rewarding Academy. A must for any student aspiring to achieve a career in sports therapy or physiotherapy.
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The Golf Academy The Golf Academy is a partnership between Balby Academy of Sport and Retford Golf Club. It enables young talented Golfers the chance to unlock their potential by developing their Golfing ability to the highest level. In the Golf Academy, students will receive weekly Golf coaching, delivered by Craig Morris PGA professional at Retford Golf Club, as well as competitions all over the UK. Each member of the Golf Academy receives physiological, psychological and biomechanical support that all top Golfers need to reach their potential. The Golf Academy is one our most successfully academies, having had some fantastic team and individual achievements since it’s birth, including: Doncaster Schools (Waterfront GC), Bassetlaw Schools (Retford GC), South Yorkshire Schools (Hickleton GC), Schools (Low Laithes GC) English Schools Team Championships (Woodhall Spa GC) Champions. National runners up (count back) after coming equal 1st. The Golf Academy currently has 16 students who are all completing the BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport or A levels. One of our pervious Golfers
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was selected to represent England in Women’s Golf, and is now currently studying in America as part of a Golf scholarship programme. Many of our previous Golf Academy students having progressed to be professional Golfers, which is a phenomenal achievement. We are looking for students who are a current member of a golf club, who are ambitious and committed to achieving great things within the Golf Academy at Balby Academy of Sport.
The Boxing Academy Balby Academy of Sport has teamed up with the nationally respected Tom Hill Boxing Club to offer one of the country’s first ever official Boxing Academies. The course is fully supported by the ABA (Amateur Boxing Association) and offers high quality boxing coaching along with top class educational support. All of the boxing coaches work alongside top ABA senior coaches such as Tom Gilbert and Ben Stewart. The course has had a phenomenal uptake of students from all over South Yorkshire, who are keen and dedicated to improve their boxing skills and techniques and to gain a BTEC qualification. No previous boxing experience is needed to be part of this Academy, as a full individual tailored
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The Coaching and Teaching Academy Now in its 5th successful year, the Coaching and Teaching Academy continues to develop and recognise the outstanding young coaches and teachers that we have in and around Doncaster. The aim of this Academy is to provide aspiring leaders with an exciting and diverse range of coaching experiences to ensure that every individual goes on to fulfil their potential, whether it be in sports coaching, teaching, managing or leadership. This Academy is proud to have an unrivalled reputation throughout Yorkshire; cemented by the students
exceptional commitment and dedication to providing excellent coaching sessions in secondary schools, primary schools, local community clubs and local and at regional competitions. The Academy is an integral part of the College and its local primary schools, receiving several prestigious awards for outstanding commitment to competition. Students will follow a structured timetable, receiving a minimum of six hours of coaching time per week to refine their skills, in addition to attending courses and receiving mentoring from Academy staff. The Coaching and Teaching Academy is proud to offer a unique opportunity for students to become exceptional sports leaders and coaches. This unique Academy attracts students who aspire to be sports coaches or PE teachers of the future, and provides them with the opportunity to develop skills necessary to thrive in these fields of employment.
Nathaniel Rothwell Coaching & Teaching Academy
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Balby Academy of Sport has an excellent reputation in helping students achieve academically as well as in our chosen Academy route. We have so many opportunities available to us, and I feel very privileged and proud to wear the Balby Academy of Sport badge.
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package will be designed regardless of experience. The Boxing Academy is affiliated as its very own boxing club which is open to the community. This club is extremely successful, currently preparing several boxers for their first competition. As a result of the fantastic opportunity to have our own affiliated boxing club on site and being able to work with the ABA our Boxing Academy continues to grow and build on previous successes. Several of our boxers help out during club nights as well as assisting in local primary schools and at Disability Sporting Events.
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Student Care & Guidance 16-19 Bursary The aim of this funding is designed to help support students who face the greatest barriers to continuing in post 16 education. Balby Carr annually has received a sum of money to distribute to students through this bursary. The Bursary Fund has 2 elements:
Tier 1 Vulnerability
This group are young people in care or care leavers, in receipt of income support or are disabled young people in receipt of Employment Support Allowance who also receive a Disability Living Allowance. This group will be eligible to receive a bursary of £1,200 a year. The student’s attendance must be 95% or above and they must be making positive progress.
Tier 2 Discretionary Award
We will use our discretion to make awards to students in ways that best fit the needs and circumstances of our students. This funding will be targeted towards those students who face
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financial barriers to participation, such as the costs of transport, opportunities, visits, books and equipment. Students will be eligible to apply for this if their parents’ total income is under £31,000. In addition to this, a student’s attendance must be 95% or above and they must have a positive progress and behaviour record. Students that fit into Tier 2 will be able to apply each term.
Academic Support, Target Setting & Reporting Our philosophy is that each student is an individual and their unique nature is valued and developed. We have high expectations of all our students and whatever their personal goal our staff at Balby Carr will help them become the best they can be in their chosen pathway. It is essential that students are set challenging, individual targets in line with their prior achievements. Students are carefully monitored by their teachers at all times during their Sixth Form experience and there will be review points for all of our students where they will receive feedback on progress. Recommendations, action and support will be provided as appropriate during individual reviews. The timetable of events for our Academic Guidance & Support programme can be found on the next two pages.
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Year 12 Academic Guidance & Support
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Year 12 Information
September
Target Grades
Target grades are allocated to you in line with your average GCSE points score. These will be explained to you in each of your chosen subjects.
September
Parents Consultation Evening
A Parents Consultation Evening will take place to share expectations of the course & how you have settled in to the Sixth Form.
November
Tracking & Target Setting 1
Teachers will award progress according to the quality of your work on your AS/BTEC courses so far. Academic Mentors will discuss these grades with yourself and your parents at 1-2-1 Day and offer guidance as to how to improve your performance.
December
Rehersal Exams
Students studying A Level subjects will take rehearsal exams during this month.
February
Reports
A summative report which provides statements towards progress.
February
Parents Consultation Evening
A meeting with Subject Teachers to ensure parents are fully aware of progress and challenges prior to examinations. You may still need advice for effective improvement in specific subject areas.
March
Tracking & Target Setting 2
A similar process of reviews will take place with Academic Mentors to ensure action and advice offered at Review 1 has been effective. New targets may be set.
May/June
Start of Exams
External AS exams take place during this time.
June
Tracking & Target Setting 3
Action and advice towards exams and the possibility of continuing at A2.
June/July
Induction to Year 13
Induction of students moving from Year 12 to Year 13. Visit to Higher Education Fairs and University Open Days. Information is made available on student finance.
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Year 13 Academic Guidance & Support
Date
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Year 13 Information
September
Post Education and University Preparation
Celebration of AS results. Strategies for AS retakes discussed. Students prepare UCAS applications. Academic Mentors collate estimated A2 grades and begin reference writing. Higher Education Evening to inform parents and students about the University process.
October
Oxbridge Applications
Parents Consultation Evening to discuss summer AS results. Deadline for applying to Oxbridge October 15th.
November
Tracking & Target Setting 1
Teachers will award progress according to AS grades obtained and the quality of your work on your A2 course. Academic Mentors will review grades needed for university application and offer guidance as to how to improve performance.
December
UCAS & A Level Rehersal Exams
UCAS applications completed and interviews will begin. Students studying A Levels will take rehearsal exams during this month.
January
Exam Results
AS & A2 exam results issued from January rehearsal exams.
February
Reports & Parents Consultation Evening
To review the A2 course and a meeting with Subject Teachers to ensure students can plan strategically prior to examinations.
February
Finance
Information provided and application made for Student Finance.
March
Tracking & Target Setting 2
Review will take place with Academic Mentors to ensure advice offered at Review 1 has been effective. Review of university applications.
May/June
Start of A2 Exams
Module exams completing the A level course.
July
Assembly
A formal Leavers Assembly will take place.
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The Sixth Form offers a good range of subjects to choose from to suit everyones tastes. The teachers are always around for support and additional help when needed, and are so passionate about making you achieve the results you deserve. The careers centre is an invaluable resource for future educational or career path decision making.
Sound careers guidance is essential if the goals of our students are to be realised. We therefore provide careers lessons to support careers development: Help and advice is available whenever you require it. In particular, close contact is maintained with Mrs Trout, Careers & Work Related Learning Manager, who provides support to students during the two years in the Sixth Form. Further individual consultation with Sixth Form Mentors are given on applications to Higher Education and employment. The College has close links with many universities including Sheffield Hallam and York, and through the ‘Next Steps’ project delivered by York University, students have the opportunity to be involved in a range of workshops, activities, and residentials that will support their application to University. Visits, speakers and conferences are all arranged at various times to give students access to the detailed information they require. There will be advice on choosing courses, institutions, finance and general post 18 information. The Sixth Form careers room is well stocked with prospectuses and all the information you require. Work Shadowing is encouraged for Year 12 A Level students, particularly
The staff involved are experienced across the whole spectrum of possibilities available to you after the Sixth Form. Support is particularly focussed at the crucial time when AS and A2 results are announced.
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The Sixth Form & Academy offer a wide variety of subjects and qualifications to suit any form of University or employment. The teachers and tutors will push you to achieve whatever you are aiming for in life. The Sixth Form offers a wide range of support for your career choice, subject choices, pastoral sessions and has many opportunities such as visits to national businesses and Universities.
Andrew McGarey Year 13
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during holidays. Mock interviews are available on request to all students, prior to a formal external interview. Sixth Form Academic Mentors are trained in the UCAS application process. Specialist advice on Cambridge and Oxford University, Vocational Degrees like Medicine, Law and Engineering, Physiotherapy and bursaries are made available.
All students are assigned to an Academic Mentor. The Sixth Form Mentors are all experienced teachers with a commitment to post 16 Education. There is the opportunity for daily contact with Mentors who will oversee your time in the Sixth Form. All students are required to sign a Sixth Form Learner Agreement which focuses on making the most of their opportunities. Great care is taken to follow the progress of each individual student. Any problems will initially be taken up with the student concerned. Parents will be contacted should the need arise and they are, of course, always encouraged to contact us should they themselves have cause for concern. Initial target setting is reviewed with Mentors throughout Year 12. By September, Year 13 students are ready to write their final personal statements which provide an excellent foundation for UCAS and job applications.
Independant Study Facilities We have extended the study facilities in the Sixth Form; we have a dedicated Learning Centre as well as facilities in the 1966 Suite, Technology, PE and Business Studies. Independant study is an essential element within the Sixth Form. It is expected that you will take responsibility to organise your study time and meet deadlines. Progress will be monitored every half term, with targets being set to ensure you strive towards your potential. The School Careers Library is open throughout the school day and may be used by students at all times. It contains an extensive range of information about careers and higher education. A wide range of reference books together with University and College prospectuses can be accessed.
A formal pastoral programme is also followed by each student as part of their Advice and Guidance lessons. All students benefit from study and team building skills on entry to the Sixth Form, life skills such as cooking, ironing, financial literacy as well as reading and revision techniques help prepare for Simran examinations.
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Balby Carr offers many opportunities especially when it comes to thinking about life after Sixth Form. We are able to make informed choices about our pathways and we have great pastoral support and Kaur guidance lessons.
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Balby Carr has a great community and atmosphere, it really feels like home. Every day I turn up I know I’ll always have a great deal of support and guidance from both staff and students if I ever need it.
Studying Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics
Chloe Lacey Year 12 Studying Girls Football (Academy)
Taurai Mavhuru Year 12 Studying Mathematics, Physics and ICT
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The Sixth form has provided me with opportunity to unlock my potential and gain new skills and experiences.
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Choosing to study at Balby Academy of Sport was a great decision. I have to travel quite a distance every day to get to college, but it is well worth the journey. The staff are so enthusiastic and motivate us to achieve our very best.
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Matthew Shepherd Year 12
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Leap into Learning
Land in a Career
Studying English, Law and Psychology
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Jessica Flowers Year 12
Jack Walters Year 13 Studying Boys Football (Academy)
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Balby Carr is a fantastic place for learning and has a great range of courses on offer. The transition from Year 11 to Sixth Form was easy due to the advice, support and guidance provided.
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Balby Academy of Sport has given me so many opportunities and experiences that I would never have been given elsewhere. Choosing to study here was one of the best decisions I have made. I have made some fantastic friendships that will last a life time.
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Progression Routes We pride ourselves at Balby Carr in giving each one of our students individualised, first rate advice and guidance for their next steps after Sixth Form study. Balby Carr Post 16 students once again recorded excellent results at A2 in 2013. For the third successive year 100% of our students that applied to university secured a place. However, other students have been successful in securing a number of vocational progression routes due to the nature of the courses studied at Post 16.
Some examples of our outstanding results Adam Chappell received A Level results AAB and has taken up a place at Loughborough University studying Computer Science. Charlotte Finch achieved A Levels ABCC and is now studying Criminology & Sociology at Royal Holloway University, London. Alza Rasheed achieved A
Levels BBBC and is now studying Law at Brunel University London.
Alice Thorpe achieved A Levels ABC and has set up her own Photography business. In 2013, eighteen of our Academy students obtained exceptional results, 3 Distinction Stars in BTEC Sport, two
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of these have secured scholarships in America and Canada:
Olivia Goddard D*D*D* University of Arkansas at Little Rock Football Scholarship
Katie Waddell D*D*D* Saint Leo University, Florida - Football Scholarship In addition, two of our A Level students are also studying in America:
Olivia Winning (AAC) New Orleans University, USA - Golf Scholarship
Lauren Santoro (ACD) Palm Beach Atlantic University, Florida Football Scholarship This is in addition to the nineteen students that have already secured places in colleges all across America and Canada. We will support all pathway options: many of our students have gone on to apprentiships, employment or have joined the armed forces.
Beant Singh Apprenticeship at Noel Village
Dominic Skidmore BMX Professional
Jo Dean Golf Professional These provide excellent examples of the variety of successful pathways Balby Carr students can achieve as a result of their first class education.
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Destinations 2011-13 Progression Routes
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The hard work and dedication from all members of staff didn’t just help me pursue my ambitions but also shaped me as a person. The substantial effort and advice that was given freely was fundamentally important in the transition from Grace Sixth Form to Thomas University.
Level 2
Sixth Form
Sixth Form
40%
Employment
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Apprenticeship
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There were 9 students at Level 2 in 2012-13
Level 3 University Employment Further Education Apprenticeship Gap Year Scholarship Other
Former Student Lincoln University, Criminology & Social Policy
Combined Sixth Form 45.5% 30% 5.7% 3.3% 1.5% 3.3% 10.7%
56% 11% 9% 2% 2% 2% 16%
Academy 31% 56% 1% 4% 0% 4% 4%
There were 142 students at Level 3 in 2012-13 (Sixth Form 89, Academy 53)
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All of our Level 2 students secured a new pathway as a result of their Level 2 programmes of study.
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Class of 2013 Destinations
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Course
Armitage, Jake Asomaning, Ruth Bamford, Rebecca Brown, Michael Brown, Rachel Chappell, Adam Clarke, Matthew Cooper, Andrew Cork, Charlotte Craven, Chloe Daniels, Casey Davis, Katie Dawson, Adam Dean, Joe Dear, Adam Dent, Jade Down, Hannah Emmonds, Nicole Finch, Charlotte Goddard, Olivia Hallam, Lewis Hassan, Alza Ivanov, Mark Johnson, Alicia Jones, Jack Ketteringham, Abi Kisa, Birsen
Northumbria University Aston University Teeside University Leeds Met University Doncaster University Loughborough University Employment Hull University Leeds University Sheffield Hallam University University of West of England London Southbank University Sheffield Hallam University Golf Professional Leeds Met University Lincoln University Sheffield Hallam University Employment Royal Holloway University Scholarship - Arkansas, USA Leeds Met University Brunel University University of Huddersfield Sheffield Hallam University BUWE University York St John University Lincoln University
Sports Coaching International Politics and Language Crime and Investigation Sports Coaching Early Childhood Studies Computer Science BT Business Management and IT Sport and Exercise Sciences Education Studies with Psychology Mathematics Psychology Web Systems Design Golf Professional Business Information Technology International Tourism Management Physical Education Carer Criminology & Sociology Scholarship Physical Education Law Business Management Sports Development & Coaching Science Foundation English Language & Linguistics Architecture
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Balby Academy of Sport gave me the best start to my future. I have just started my degree course at Sheffield University, and I don’t think I would have got there without the support, encouragement and guidance from all the Staff at Balby Jasmine Wright Former Student Carr. The staff are fantastic role models Sheffield Hallam and because of their passion and University enthusiasm for sport I am now training to become a PE teacher.
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Course
Knapp, Alice Lourenco, Alexander Main, Kelly Makuch, Chelsea McMillan, Luke Moscardini, Alex Mumtaz, Ramina Musson, Keith Naweed, Frahnaz Oliver, Jodie Parish, Sadie
Derby University London Southbank University NOTRE University Sheffield Hallam University Employment Sheffield Hallam University Sheffield Hallam University Apprenticeship Leeds Met University Sheffield Hallam University Edge Hill University
Forensic Science Law with Sociology Sociology Criminology & Sociology Engineering Sports Business Management Psychology Track Engineering Biomedical Science Law with Sociology Secondary RE (QTS)
Parkin, Ryann Quinn, Danielle Richardson, Victoria Sayles, Zac Singh, Beant Singh, Gurdas Skidmore, Moninic Smith, Bethany Spinks, Jordan Stovin, Lucy Whitworth, Rebecca Winning, Olivia
Leeds Met University Dance Academy Leeds Met University Sheffield Hallam University Apprenticeship Sheffield Hallam University Professional BMX Racing Bishop Grosseteste University Teeside University York St John University Leeds Met University Scholarship - Tulane Uni, USA
Games Design Dance Human Geography Engineering Noel Village Administration Accounting & Finance Professional BMX Racing Primary Education (QTS) Computer Games Art Young People & Families Sociology Golf Scholarship
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Balby Carr Sixth Form played a massive role in helping me achieve the exam results that I got and a place in the University that I desperately wanted to go to. Without all of the help and support from the Sixth Form team, I would have found it extremely difficult to apply for University.
Bethany Smith Studying Primary Education (QTS) at Bishop Grosseteste University
Adam Dawson Studying Web Systems Design at Sheffield Hallam University
Lauren Santoro Football Scholarship at Northwood University, Florida, USA
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Through Balby Carr I was allowed to expand my success not only on the soccer field but also in education. I was able to increase my depth of knowledge when it came to studying my A levels, the smaller class sizes made the teaching feel personal and supportive, and from this I learned considerably more.
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The support I received during the Sixth Form was phenomenal. Staff always went out of their way to help students reach their potential and improve even further, such as additional lessons after school. Without their constant enthusiasm in lessons, I doubt I would be at University today.
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Lewis Hallam
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Studying Sports Coaching at Leeds Metropolitan University
Sadie Parish Studying at Edge Hill University Secondary RE (QTS)
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Balby Carr is a great place to go. I was able to get the results I needed to get into my first choice University which was down to the hard work of the staff and great facilities. The support I received was amazing when deadlines needed to be met or a personal statement needed writing.
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The support I received from Balby Carr was incredible. The staff were always on hand to help and if ever I had a problem or a worry there was always someone there to talk to. Without the support and guidance given I would not be in the position I am today. I will forever be grateful for what Balby Carr has helped me achieve.
Andrew Cooper Studying Business Management with IT at The University of Hull
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The support I received from the Sixth Form was amazing. Staff put their time and effort in to support me with my Post 18 options, providing the advice and guidance to get me where I am today. The staff are not just teachers or managers, they are also long term colleagues.