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2024 – 2025 INFORMATION & GUIDANCE Leyton Sixth Form College

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5 Reasons why you should come to Leyton Sixth Form College

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Excellent exam results Exciting range of enrichment activities OFSTED rated ‘good’ 2020 Expert staff & superb facilities Comprehensive tutor support & advocacy

Mission statement We enable students to fulfil their full academic potential to become thinking, questioning and caring members of society.

Providing a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment, which promotes diversity and respect, we help all those who work and study here to achieve their ambitions and make a positive contribution to our communities.

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Contents The Principal’s welcome

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Outstanding results

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High achievers Diverse curriculum

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Guide to courses

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Entry criteria

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Vocational entry requirements

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Choosing the right study programme for you Teaching and learning State of the art facilities and resources Exciting and varied enrichment programme

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Sport at Leyton

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Aim High A student voice that counts Vibrant & welcoming atmosphere Excellent tutor support and advocacy Fantastic progression to higher education and apprenticeships

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A popular destination Application guidance - how to apply

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How to find us

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The Principal’s welcome I would like to welcome you to our new guide to studying at Leyton Sixth Form College. I hope that it gives you a clear sense of what we have to offer and some insight into what you can expect as a student here.

Our core purpose is to ensure that your time with us is enjoyable and successful and that you have opportunities to develop academically and personally. We want all of our students to experience a comprehensive and enriching sixth form education characterised by high academic standards, stimulating teaching and learning and extensive enrichment opportunities.

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We recognise the importance of choice, so our study programmes are designed around the abilities and aspirations of our students. You can find more information about the range of courses that we offer within this guide.

Whichever study programme you choose you will be sure to benefit from: • Interesting and informative lessons taught by skilled and enthusiastic staff in modern, well-resourced facilities • Comprehensive tutorial and pastoral support • The opportunity to participate in a number of different extra-curricular activities designed to be both enjoyable and to extend your skills and experiences • Excellent advice and guidance on your next steps into university or employment, including an aim high programme for those wishing to progress to the most competitive destinations

Leyton Sixth Form College is more than just a place to study. Your time with us will enable you to successfully make the transition between school and higher education, apprenticeships or employment. Even more importantly, it will broaden your horizons and extend your aspirations. It will provide you with the opportunity to develop new skills, make new friends and contribute to an ambitious, caring and vibrant community. We very much hope that you will choose to join us in September 2024.

Best wishes Principal Gill Burbridge

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Outstanding results 95% pass rate in all Level 3 qualifications

Over 70% of students

were awarded top A*, A and B grades or the vocational equivalent

100% pass rate in the following areas and subjects: Art and Design

BTEC L3 Certificate Law

EML

BTEC L3 Foundation Diploma in Business

Expressive Arts A Level Geography A Level Government & Politics A Level History A Level Religious Studies BTEC L3 Subsidiary Diploma Environmental Sustainability

BTEC L3 Extended Diploma Travel and Tourism BTEC L3 Extended Diploma Sport CACHE L3 Diploma Childcare & Education BTEC L3 National Diploma Engineering www.leyton.ac.uk

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High achievers

James Matheson

Ismah Bokhari

Zeeshaan Ali

Bartosz Bester

Imani Ale

Doran Elliott

From: Wanstead High School

From: Connaught School for Girls

From: Willowfield School

From: Buxton School

From: Isaac Newton Academy

From Heathcote Secondary

Achieved: AAB in Maths, Business and Economics

Achieved: A*BBBC in Maths, Further Maths, Computer Science and Media

Achieved: A*AB in Sociology, Film studies and Religious studies

Achieved: AAB Psychology, Sociology and English Literature and Language

“LSC was a very welcoming community with amazing staff and teachers who helped me on my journey through A levels.”

“I made friends for life and had some of the most supportive teachers.”

“I enjoyed my time here. I met many great people and had the best teaching and learning a student could ask for.”

Achieved: A* A* A* in A Level Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Economics “Really enjoyed my time here. I met some great people and had some very supportive teachers.”

Future plans: Studying Economics at the London School of Economics

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Achieved: A*AB in Law, Sociology and English Literature “I really enjoyed my time at LSC. It was a great learning experience, Throughout my life, I have learned numerous valuable lessons that have helped me grow as a person.”

Future plans: Studying Law at King’s College London

“I had an enjoyable experience at LSC. I made some great friends and great memories.”

Future plans: Accounting and Finance at BPP University

Future plans: Studying Robotic Engineering at Greenwich

Future plans: Sociology at the University of Warwick

Future plans: Psychology at the University of Warwick

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Janet Iluyomade

Adam Palmer

Jakub Rokita

From: St Angela’s Ursuline School

From: Leytonstone School

From: The Cumberland School

Achieved: A*AB in A level Economics, Mathematics and Chemistry

Achieved: D*D*D* in Level 3 IT

Achieved: D*D*D in Health and Social Care “LSC was worthwhile.

Best decision I ever made coming here.”

Future Plans: Studying Social Work at Birmingham City University

“I will take away loads of great memories from LSC. A big thanks to my teachers who supported me throughout my time here.”

Future Plans: Studying Economics at University College London

“I had a good time at LSC. The teachers were really supportive and helped me to achieve the best grades.”

Future Plans: Cybersecurity at Staffordshire University

Fawziyah Fatima Abubakar From: Connaught School for Girls Achieved: AAB in A level Psychology, Chemistry and Biology

Phoebe Birch From: Highams Park School Achieved: A*A*B in A Level 3D Design, Art and Design and Photography

“I had a really great time at LSC and really enjoyed my subjects.”

“I had so much fun with my art and photography subjects. I was really allowed to express myself at LSC.”

Future Plans: King’s College London to study Medicine.

Future Plans: Studying Fine Art at the Royal Drawing School

Angela Dela Ametepe Akhtar From: Ola Senior Achieved: D*D*D in BTEC Level 3 Engineering “I learnt a lot with my time at LSC and I am extremely grateful for the opportunities that I have had here.”

Future Plans: Studying electrical and electronic engineering at Heriot-Watt University

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Diverse curriculum

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We offer an inclusive and wide-ranging curriculum which supports and inspires students to achieve highly, to develop personally and to progress successfully to higher education, apprenticeships or employment www.leyton.ac.uk

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Guide to courses Subject

Advanced Level: Two year courses

Acting

BTEC Level 3 Ext Cert

Art and Design

UALAB Level 3

Art: 3D Design

A Level

Art: Textiles

A Level

Art: Fine Art

A Level

Art: Graphic Design

A Level

Art: Photography

A Level/BTEC Level 3 Ext Cert

Biology

A Level

Business Studies

A Level/BTEC Level 3

Chemistry

A Level

Child Care/Early years

T Level

Computer Science

A Level

Criminology

Cert/Diploma Level 3

Dance

BTEC Level 3 Ext Cert

Economics

A Level

Engineering

BTEC Level 3

Intermediate Level: 1 year courses UALAB Level 2

BTEC Level 2

Entry Level

English Language

A Level

English Literature

A Level

English Language and Literature

A Level

Environmental Sustainability

BTEC Level 3 Ext Cert

Film Studies

A Level

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BTEC Level 1

CACHE Level 2

English (ESOL)

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Foundation Level

GCSE

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Intermediate Level: 1 year courses

Foundation Level

BTEC Level 2

BTEC Level 1

Subject

Advanced Level: Two year courses

Financial Studies

BTEC Level 3 Certificate/Diploma

French

A Level

Geography

A Level

Health

T Level

Health and Social Care

BTEC Level 3

History

A Level

ICT

BTEC Level 3

Law

A Level/ BTEC Level 3 Ext Cert

Mathematics/Further Maths

A Level

GCSE

Media Studies

A Level/UALAB Level 3

BTEC Level 2

Music

A Level/BTEC Level 3/UAL Level 3

Performing Arts

BTEC Level 3/ UAL Level 3

Physics

A Level

Politics

A Level

Project Qualifications

EPQ

Psychology

A Level

Psychology (Applied)

BTEC Level 3 Ext Cert

Religious Studies

A Level

Science (Applied)

BTEC Level 3

Sociology

A Level

Spanish

A Level

Sport

BTEC Level 3

BTEC Level 2

Travel and Tourism

BTEC Level 3

BTEC Level 2

Vocational Studies (Media, Travel & IT)

BTEC Level 2

UAL Level 2

Camb. Tech. Level 2

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Entry criteria Your GCSE score will be used to decide which programme of study you are best suited to.

The score is calculated by adding up the points gained for English Language, Maths and your four best other grades. Only GCSEs are included in the calculations.

In order to take an A Level study programme you will need to achieve a minimum of 34 points and at least a grade 4 in English Language. The point score for vocational courses ranges from 26-30. Where specific courses have additional entry requirements we have indicated these in the following table. It may be possible for students with a point score lower than 34 to take a blended programme of A Levels and vocational courses.

Under the new system grade 4 is considered to be a ‘standard pass’ and grade 5 a ‘strong pass’. Although grade 5 in English Language and/or Maths is indicated as a specific entry requirement for most subjects, grade 4 might be accepted where the overall profile of the student suggests that the programme of study is appropriate 1

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Subject

Minimum GCSE Additional Minimum Requirements Score

Biology

34

5 in English, 6 in Maths, 6/6 in Science

Business

34

5 in English Language, 5 in Maths

Chemistry

34

5 in English, 6 in Maths, 6/6 in Science

Computing

34

5 in English Language, 6 in Maths

Design (3D)

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5 in 5 - Art & Design or Design Technology (Product Design/Graphic Products) 4 – English

Economics

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5 in English Language, 5 in Maths

English Language

34

5 in English Language

English Literature

34

5 in English Language

English Language & lit

34

5 in English Language

Fashion & Textiles

34

5 in Art & Design or Textiles, 4 in English

Film studies

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5 in English Language

Fine art

34

5 in Art & Design, 4 in English Language

French

34

5 in English Language, 6 in French (native speakers without

Geography

34

5 in English Language

Graphic design

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5 in Design Communication/Graphics Products/Art & Design (A Level 3-D Design), 4 in English

History

34

5 in English Language

Law

34

5 in English Language

Maths

34

7 in Maths (Grade 6 students will be accepted only if they successfully pass an initial test)

Further Maths

34

7 in Maths

Media studies

34

5 in English Language

Photography

34

4 in English Language and a Photography portfolio

Physics

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5 in English, 6 in Maths, 6/6 in Science

Politics

34

5 in English Language

Psychology

34

5 in English Language, 6 in Maths, 6 in Science

Religious studies

34

5 in English Language

Sociology

34

5 in English Language

Spanish

34

5 in English Language, 6 in Spanish (native speakers without these qualifications will also be considered

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Vocational entry requirements Level 3 vocational programmes have a minimum entry requirement of 26 points (including a grade 4 in English and Maths).

Qualifications other than GCSEs can indicate suitability for vocational study programmes and may therefore be taken into account.

Level 2 vocational programmes require a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3, preferably with a grade 3 or above in English and/or Maths.

Level 1 vocational programmes require a minimum of three at grade 2s at GCSE and/or English assessment at interview.

ESOL students will be assessed at interview.

Other additional subject specific requirements are listed below

Subject

Level

Minimum Entry Requirements

Art & design (ext cert)

3

Audition

Art & design

3

4 in Art

Art & design

2

4 in Art

Dance (ext cert)

3

Audition

Engineering (ext dip)

3

5 in Maths

Music (ext dip)

3

Audition

Music (cert)

3

Audition

Performing arts acting/musical theatre (ext dip)

3

Audition

Performing arts (ext cert)

3

4 in drama expressive/performing arts + audition

Performing arts

3

Audition

Science

3

4/4 in Science

Science

2

3/3 in Science

Sport (cert)

3

4 in Science

Sport (ext dip)

3

4 in Science

Sport

2

3 in Science

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Choosing the right study programme for you Which programme you choose will depend upon your qualifications on entry (i.e. your GCSE results) and your future aspirations. The following information will help you to make this decision.

G SCORE

42+

G SCORE

38-41 G SCORE

34-37 G SCORE

30-33 G SCORE

25-33 G SCORE BELOW

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3/4 A Levels or Vocational equivalent + Tutorial & Broadening Horizons + Aim High Programme + Appropriate academic pathway + Work Experience / Enrichment

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3 A Levels or Vocational equivalent + Tutorial & Broadening Horizons + Aim High Programme + Appropriate academic pathway + Work Experience / Enrichment

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3 A Levels or Vocational equivalent + Tutorial & Broadening Horizons + Appropriate academic pathway + Work Experience / Enrichment

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3 A Level Cert package + Tutorial & Broadening Horizons + GCSE Maths/English resit if applicable OR appropriate academic pathway Work Experience / Enrichment

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L3 Vocational Qualification - Extended Diploma + Tutorial & Broadening Horizons + Work Experience + GCSE Maths / English resit if applicable

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L2 Vocational Qualification + Tutorial & Broadening Horizons + Work Experience + GCSE Maths / English resit if applicable OR L2 Pathway Option

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Teaching and learning

Students are keen to meet the high expectations set by their teachers. Staff push them to work hard and excel in their studies. Students attend regularly and fully engage in lessons because they are eager to listen to what their teachers have to say.

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Whichever educational programme you follow, you will be taught by post-16 specialists who have a high level of expertise in their subject and a wealth of experience. Staff work hard to stretch and challenge their students through stimulating, innovative and well-resourced lessons.

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Academic Pathways

Leyton Sixth Form College is dedicated to providing you with a comprehensive and diverse study program. Our aim is to expand and enrich your intellectual capacities, cultivate your skills and awareness, boost your self-assurance, and equip you with specialized knowledge. Whether you’re aiming for university, further education, training, or the professional sphere, we’re here to support your journey. We prioritize your physical, mental, and emotional well-being, recognizing their interconnectedness and vital role in your academic achievements and future accomplishments.

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State of the art facilities and resources

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Excellent Facilities

The college has excellent facilities with outside spaces and sports areas. The £40 million state of the art accommodation includes a theatre, TV studio, dance studio, music studio, two new eating areas and superb subject teaching areas. All are characterised by large spaces, bright and comfortable student friendly areas and the latest equipment.

All the college’s facilities are fully accessible.

Learning Resources Centre

The Library has a wide range of resources and study spaces spread over two levels. They are mostly silent study spaces, but we do have a group working area. In the hub we have 85 bookable PCs, which are available for independent work.

There are laptops, iPads and headphones for student use within the Learning Resources Centre.

The Study

The Study is where you can get academic support and advice with all aspects of your work, including literacy, numeracy, ICT and study skills. You can pop in or book in advance for any kind of academic support you need, whatever subject you are studying. The team will always strive to support you.

Media Resources

We have a wide range of audio, video and photographic equipment for you to borrow, and stationery and computer consumables are available for purchase. The Library’s online catalogue is where you can search and reserve books. We also have a collection of online resources to help with your studies.

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Exciting and varied enrichment programme

Enrichment activities ensure that learning and personal development extend beyond the classroom. The college provides a range of trips and visits both in this country and abroad.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (at Bronze, Silver and Gold) offers students the opportunity to take part in community volunteering and expeditions.

There are numerous theatre productions and musical performances as well as art, photography and media exhibitions and showcases.

LSC has a strong history of sporting success at local, regional and national level with the opportunity for students to take part in a broad range of sports activities.

Most learners participate in the many opportunities available to develop their personal and social skills, including volunteering, Duke of Edinburgh awards and the accreditation of their achievements through a university awards scheme.

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Getting Involved

At Leyton we are committed to ensuring you leave us having had the best possible experience. We have a team of enthusiastic staff who organise a wide range of enrichment and extension activities for you, both outside college hours and during lunch breaks. We encourage all our students to participate in these activities that are designed to support your personal development and promote positive mental health and wellbeing.

Activities

Just a few of the activities on offer include: • Archery • Horse Riding • Go-Karting • Street Dancing • Camping • Drama classes

QMUL widening participation award

Students have the opportunity to apply for a Queen Mary University of London award, a university accredited qualification, which rewards participation in enrichment activities inside and outside the college.

• Paintballing • First aid courses • Cinema trips • Driving Theory classes • Trips and visits abroad • Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme (Bronze, Silver and Gold level) • Industry placements for vocational students

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Sport at Leyton Our sports provision at LSC is broad ranging, and as you might expect, we provide lots of opportunities for you to engage in competitive sport. However, our ethos is firmly focused on trying to involve all of our students in sport and physical activity. Whether you have an interest in competing, playing for fun, developing your fitness, volunteering, or leading and coaching, we are sure there is something for everyone in our diverse programme of activities.

• Competitive Sport: Our competitive sports teams have a history of success in local, regional and national competitions. If you’re interested in playing sport competitively, you’ll benefit from expert coaching and access to a significant fixtures programme.

(See our website for more information if you have a specific interest in our Basketball Academy.)

• Playing for Fun: For students who prefer playing sport for fun, we have lots on offer!

Many of these opportunities are student led, and are a great opportunity to meet new people.

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• Developing your Fitness: All students can gain free access to our onsite fitness centre, and we also offer a range of fitness classes for you to try, from early morning circuits to afternoon yoga.

• Volunteering: Our Sports Ambassador scheme is open to all students and is an exciting, extended work experience placement that will help you to develop your employability skills by fulfilling a wide range of roles and responsibilities.

• Leading and Coaching: All students have the opportunity to complete sports leadership qualifications and associated placements, regardless of the courses you are studying – a great addition to your CV! Being involved in sport will enrich your time at college, providing an excellent means to meet different people, develop new skills and benefit from unforgettable experiences.

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Being involved in sport will enrich your time at college, providing an excellent means to meet different people, develop new skills and benefit from unforgettable experiences. www.leyton.ac.uk

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Aim High Competitive Futures Programme

The Aim High Pathway is designed to support the most ambitious students for their futures. It will firstly stretch and challenge students in terms of their skills and thinking levels. Secondly, the Pathway will prepare students for applications to the most competitive courses, universities and careers. Students will be challenged academically to ensure that they achieve the very best results whilst also developing essential professional skills which will enhance their university applications and provide them with a competitive edge in terms of future employment opportunities.

A few of the activities on offer…

Alongside trips and external opportunities, students will have a lesson a week to explore your chosen future. These will include super-curricular exploration of your subject and preparation for applications to these futures. Here are the seven areas of Aim High: • A lesson a week to explore your chosen future.

These will include super-curricular exploration of your subject and preparation for applications to these futures.

• Healthcare Careers: Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Sciences • Law • Economics, Business and Finance • Computing and Engineering • STEM • Humanities and Social Sciences • Creative Industries

Oxbridge Programme

Applying to Oxford or Cambridge is a challenging but exciting process. You will need to be highly motivated and committed, as well as academically able and intellectually curious. Our Oxbridge Programme is designed to identify and develop these attributes.

It combines one-to-one mentoring with a range of group activities and enrichment opportunities. This includes preparation with interviews, personal statements, admissions tests and super-curricular engagement.

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Russell Group Programme

Applying to the most highly ranked universities can be a daunting process but with these weekly support workshops, students will have the opportunity to develop their interview skills, their personal statements prepare for admissions assessments.

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EPQ- Extended Project Qualification: At LSC, students are given the opportunity to undertake the Extended Project Qualification. The EPQ is a 5000-word research project and designed to extend and develop your abilities beyond the A-level syllabus and prepare for university or a future career. An EPQ carries UCAS points and is valued at 50% of a full A Level in the UCAS tariff calculator. It is recognised by universities and employers and many universities make lower A-level offers to students undertaking an EPQ.

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A student voice that counts

Student voice is at the core of the college’s provision and students have the opportunity to provide regular feedback on every part of their college experience. The student council and student panels meet regularly with the Principal,

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Vice Principals and other senior staff to discuss student matters. In addition, there are lots of activities on offer to practise debating skills, develop leadership and to campaign on important social issues.

Leyton Sixth Form College is proud to work with a number of organisations that promote social action such as Citizens UK and Leaders Unlocked. From education and social justice to climate change, we are committed to championing the voices of young people and enabling them to enact positive change in the issues that affect their lives.

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Vibrant & welcoming atmosphere

Staff have created and sustained a highly inclusive environment at the college where learners feel safe, work well together and enjoy their studies.

Leyton is a diverse and safe college which celebrates diversity and student achievement through awards ceremonies, exhibitions, culture days and musical and theatre productions. The college welcomes students of all abilities, races, faiths, gender, sexual orientation and nationalities. The college’s facilities are fully accessible and are designed to promote a sense of belonging.

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Excellent tutor support and advocacy

Every student at Leyton has a personal tutor who works closely with them to review and support their progress throughout their time at the college. Each student benefits from weekly tutorials, one to one support and Academic Review Days. In addition to supporting the student journey, the tutorial provides students an opportunity to engage with undergraduate skills such as high-level research and analysis through the QMUL programme.

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We are proud of our support for students. It has been consistently praised by inspectors over many years and has been awarded top grades.

At the start of your course, you will be allocated a tutor who will meet with you regularly to discuss your progress.

Tutors will be able to give you advice on a range of issues and concerns including: • Study skills • Subject progress • Finance and personal issues • Course changes • Becoming an independent learner

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Student Wellbeing & Safeguarding

Leyton Sixth Form College has a designated team of 8 permanent professionals to support students with welfare and support needs.

Students have access to advice on their wellbeing, health, and financial issues. There is also dedicated support for young people in the care system with a key person to support them throughout their journey with us.

The college has a counselling service to which young people can self-refer with two permanent counsellors.

This provides ongoing one to one appointments, group and therapeutic work with various emotional issues.

We have a wide range of resources available to us and are able to refer students to external agencies as and when necessary, there is also a school nurse on site fortnightly.

Preparing for University

Over 700 LSC students go on to university each year, from both A level and Vocational /BTEC study programmes. We have a strong track record of enabling students to gain places at a range of prestigious universities, art colleges and conservatoires. Students receive individual support and guidance in the application process and are thoroughly prepared for university life and study.

Financial Support

Leyton seeks to offer financial support to students who attend the college.

There are a number of ways support is offered, the main being through the Bursary Fund which offers up to five payments across the year. The funding is to contribute towards the essential course costs and other related expenditure, such as travel to college, where costs are a barrier to learning. Students who are eligible for the bursary may also be eligible for free meals.

Learning Support

Students with a learning difference will have regular access to a named teacher from our experienced learning support team who will work with your subject teachers to support you. We have a wide range of expertise and currently support students with sensory impairments, autistic spectrum condition, general and specific learning difficulties, general health issues, mental health difficulties and mobility needs. All support is negotiated with students and takes full account of your views and preferred ways of learning.

If you meet the criteria set by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), you may be eligible for a variety of access arrangements for examinations including extra time, a scribe or reader and/or modified papers.

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Around 600 plus students go on to university each year from both A Level and Vocational courses. Many of these gain places at Russell Group universities to study a wide range of courses including Medicine, Dentistry, Engineering and Law. We also have a high number of students progressing to study at prestigious art and drama schools and conservatoires as well as securing competitive apprenticeships and employment places. High achieving students are supported through our Aim High programme, giving them access to mentoring, masterclasses and application advice from Russell Group universities including Oxford and Cambridge and Degree Apprenticeships.

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College Careers Centre

There is a dedicated Careers Centre with a wide range of resources and our own qualified careers staff. All students are entitled to careers interviews and assistance with interview preparation and applications, to support their progression to higher education, apprenticeship, employment, or further training. Students are also encouraged to develop their employability and soft skills through work experience, volunteering and part-time work, and through attendance to careers and progression events and activities, internally and externally.

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A popular destination

Each year, the college receives applications from over 3000 students and our most popular courses fill up very quickly. To ensure that you have a place on your preferred programme please attend our fast-track enrolment day as soon as you receive your GCSE results.

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Application guidance - how to apply Application Form Step 1 Complete every section of the application form. You will be asked to provide the email address of the teacher who will be completing your reference. Missing information hinders our ability to process your application.

Step 2 An email will be sent to the person nominated to complete your application at your school. It would be a good idea to ask them to check through the application to ensure you have completed all parts.

Step 3 Please then submit your completed form. Please be sure to include your predicted GCSE grades.

Restarting/Continuing with studies

Costs

If you started elsewhere or continuing your studies with us, you will need to enclose a letter with your application form, explaining why you would like to do so. Your application must include an up to date reference from your last school or college.

There are no course fees if you are under 19 on August 31st prior to the start of your course and you are a ‘home student’ (that is, you have been resident in Britain or the EU for three years before your course begins). The college does not accept overseas applications.

If posting an application form to us, the address is:

Books and materials

Admissions Leyton Sixth Form College, Essex Road, Leyton, London, E10 6EQ

Further Information

Basic textbooks are provided free.

For any other queries, feel free to contact our Admissions Department on 020 8928 9000 or Admissions@leyton.ac.uk

Please note the process to apply via a paper application will differ.

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How to find us

By London Underground

By Train

By Bus

By Bike

Leytonstone (Central line) Leyton (Central line) Walthamstow Central (Victoria line).

Walthamstow Central or Wood Street (Liverpool Street to Chingford Line)

Route

The College has extensive parking for bikes.

Barkingside

275

Barnet

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From

Canning Town

69

Bethnal Green, Clapton, Hackney Downs, St James Street, Highams Park, Chingford.

Chingford

97, 158, 212, W16, 357

Clapton

48, 55, 56, W15

Debden

20

East Ham

58

Edmonton

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Forest Gate

58

Hackney

55, 56, W15

Highams Park

W16

Ilford

W19

Leytonstone

69, 257

Loughton

20

Manor Park

W19

Plaistow

69

Stratford

69, 257

Tottenham

230

Local Travel information

Walthamstow

97, 158, 257, 230, W15, 69, 357

020 7222 1234 (24 hours) www.tfl.gov.uk Please check routes before travelling.

Wood Green

230

Woodford

20, 275, W12

Leyton Midland Road (Barking to Gospel Oak line)

From Barking, Woodgrange Park, Wanstead Park, Leytonstone High Road, Haringey Stadium, South Tottenham, Blackhorse Road, Queens Road Walthamstow.

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Your London college of choice Leyton Sixth Form College, Essex Road, Leyton, London E10 6EQ T: 020 8928 9000 F: 020 8928 9200 E: enquiry@leyton.ac.uk www.leyton.ac.uk @leyton6thform leytonsixthform leytonsixthformcollege