Results and Progression

Student Support

We aim to provide excellent support to our students, whatever their needs.

Pastoral Support

We understand that Sixth Form can be a stressful time for many, which is why we aim to provide our students with the very best pastoral support.

· Safeguarding team · Experienced Sixth Form Tutors team with small tutor groups · Mentors · Access to an on site student counsellor · LGBTQ+ Society

Academic Support

Providing our students with the very best academic support is our highest priority. Students are provided with many opportunities to set them on the right path for each individual learner.

Educational Visits

Our various departments organise many residential and day trips to support the Advanced Level courses eg Spanish exchange, Cern (Hadron Collider), Music Trip – a one-week trip to a European City, South African partnership school trip, Theatre/ Museum Visits, Geography and Biology field trips.

Higher Education Support

We aim to support each and every student in making the right decisions for their future. All students receive individuals support and guidance through our extensive University and Degree Apprenticeship programme.

· Trips to a range of universities in and outside of London · Apprenticeship and University Careers Fairs · 1:1 personal statement guidance · Talks from our prestigious Alumni · Meetings with the school’s Careers Officer

Oxbridge/Medicine

In addition to providing general support to all students, Oxbridge and Medicine applicants are provided with additional support by our highly qualified teaching staff:

· Tailored support through the application process from the beginning of Year 12 · Coaching from our current Oxbridge/ Medical alumni · Overnight trips to Jesus College Cambridge · Interview preparation with mock interviews and feedback · Coaching for admissions tests

‘QPCS has a great support system, all of my teachers did their best to help me whenever I needed.’

Rowan , Senior Student Leader

Enrichment and Personal Development

We offer a wide range of extracurricular activities which aim to develop our students’ transferable skills, knowledge and understanding beyond the classroom.

Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) Education

Our students participate in weekly PSHE sessions led by their form tutors, where they study the statutory Key Stage 5 PSHE National Curriculum, covering the three core themes: Health and Well Being, Sex and Relationships,Living in the Wider World.

Enrichment Activities

All students participate in a weekly enrichment programme,where students can choose from a wide range of activities including; computer engineering, book club, photography, gardening, mindfulness, first aid, sport, as well as volunteering to support students at our local primary school or students with specific learning needs.

Extended Project Qualification

We offer students the opportunity to complete the Level 3 Extended Project Qualification ( EPQ) whereby students lead their own projects. They get the chance to plan and carry out research on a topic that they have chosen and isn’t covered by their other qualifications.

Young Enterprise

Students are encouraged to participate in the Young Enterprise programme which involves them working in a team to develop their own business idea. This provides our students with hands-on employability, enterprise and financial skills. We have also organised trips to the London Stock Exchange where our students could ring the bell to ‘Open the market’.

Charity

At QPCS we always encourage our students to give back. Our students are involved in a range of charitable opportunities including organising events to raise money for MacMillan Cancer Support and working with the First Give Foundation Charity.

Culture

We regularly organise trips to see plays, lectures, museums and exhibitions to enable our students to appreciate the rich, cultural setting in the London area.

Creative Arts

Our annual school production provides opportunities for students to not only perform, but help backstage. Students also perform at the school’s impressive music concerts to share their musical talents with friends and family. The school offers students the chance to complete the Arts Award, to inspire students to grow their arts and leadership talents.

Sport

We offer students access to a range of facilities for sports including; table tennis, basketball, netball and tennis. We boast a very competitive sixth form football team who regularly compete in the Brent league. Wel also have an annual Ski Trip for students across the school.