Year 12 Information Evening by Schudio

Year

Evening Tuesday 17 September 2024

St. Aidan’s and St. Anthony’s Catholic Sixth Form

• 6th Form Team

• Destinations & Results

Outline

• Challenges and opportunities in Sixth Form

• Supporting your child to succeed in 6th Form

• Expectations in 6th Form

• Personal Development – Careers advice and guidance and enrichment

Mrs Ward

Head of Sixth Form

Senior Assistant Headteacher

Meet the Sixth Form Team

Mrs Birbeck

Y12 Pastoral Leader

Mrs Dudley Personal Development Assistant Headteacher

St. Margaret Ward

Mrs Roddam/ Mrs Armstrong

St. Cuthbert

Mr Campbell / Mrs Russell

St. Anne Line

Miss Coulson

Blessed Edmund Rice

Miss Hanson

St. John Boste Mr Vlachogiannopoulos

Venerable Catherine McAuley

Mrs Russell

Blessed Thomas Percy

Mrs Ford / Miss Atkinson

Record of Success and Destinations - 2024

• We have a strong record of Attainment and success in external exams.

• 80% of our Y13 students went to University – 75% at their first choice.

• 3 students went to Oxford University

• 41 students went to Russell Group Universities – Edinburgh, Durham, Leeds, Nottingham

• Students are studying a wide range of courses including Medicine, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Sport, Film production, Law and Psychology.

• 11% of students have gone on to apprenticeships or employment.

A Level Results 2024

• A*/A = 19%

• A*-B = 38%

• A*-C = 65%

BTEC Results 2024

• D*-D = 62%

• D* - M = 90%

• D*- P = 96%

Results Day- August 2024

Challenges and Opportunities of A levels / BTECs

• Most students take 3 A levels / BTECs (10 hours per fortnight).

• General RE & Personal development

• Supervised study periods

• A levels & BTECs are a lot more demanding than GCSEs.

• Subject content is more difficult

• Exams and coursework are more challenging

• Gradings are A*-E in A levels and Distinction*, Distinction, Merit and Pass in Vocational BTECs.

• New ways of working

Expectations of work

• Study periods where students are expected to manage their own time and direct their studies.

• 5-6 hours of independent study per week for each course.

• Work-Life Balance.

• Part-time work should be no longer than 10 hours per week.

Initial Assessments

• To assess suitability of courses.

• Follow up meetings will take place if there are any concerns about subject choices.

Supporting your Child in Sixth Form

• Show interest in their work and studies

• Create a work space for study / revision

• Keep them healthy

• Encourage a good routine

• Manage exam nerves

• Help your child to start planning their next steps, attend University Open day visits

• Encourage your child to take part in enrichment opportunities

• Encourage them to think very carefully about outside commitments

Expectations and Standards

• High expectations of students – code of conduct

• Respect for all in our school community

• Role models for the lower school

• High expectations on how to use study periods

• Revision resources are available on Teams sites

• High expectations regarding Sixth Form uniform

Compulsory Items

Sixth Form Uniform – Professional Dress

• Plain black, formal, tailored trousers

• Plain black, formal, tailored, knee- length skirt

• Plain white formal shirt / blouse

• Smart black shoes/boots

• Purple lanyard

Optional items

• Plain black V – Neck jumper or cardigan

• Sixth Form tie

• Black / navy coat

Please note

• The following items are not permitted: hoodies, sweatshirts, leggings, jeans, trainers

• No garments bearing a slogan

• Shirts and blouses should be tucked in

Attendance & Punctuality

• Strong attendance (97%) is vital to develop the knowledge and skills to perform well in exams and coursework.

• If students miss lessons, they develop significant gaps in their leaning.

• School day starts at 8:30 and ends at 3:00.

• Students are allowed out for lunch: 12:25 – 1:15

• Parents / Carers should phone school on the first morning of absence: 565 8904.

• Driving lessons should not be booked during the school day.

• Avoid taking holidays in term time.

• Poor sleep patterns

Common Pitfalls in Sixth Form

• Not making effective use of study periods

• Lack of structure / organisation

• Lack of independent study

• Lack of work ethic

• Poor attendance

• Phones on while working

• Too much part-time work (max 8 hours per week)

Key Dates

• 19 February Year 12 Parents’ Evening

• 2 June Y12 Mock Exams and External BTEC exams begin

• 13 June Y12 UCAS Exhibition, Newcastle

• 14 July Year 12 Work Experience week

Sixth Form Bursary

A bursary is money that you can use to pay for things like:

• clothing, books and other equipment for your course

• transport and lunch on days you study or train

• visits to higher education providers or educational visits

Bursary for students in vulnerable groups

You could get a bursary worth up to £1,200 if at least one of the following applies:

• you’re in or you recently left local authority care

• you get Income Support or Universal Credit because you’re financially supporting yourself

• you get Disability Living Allowance (DLA) in your name and either Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) or Universal Credit

• you get Personal Independence Payment (PIP) in your name and either ESA or Universal Credit

Discretionary Bursaries

You could get a discretionary bursary if you need financial help but do not qualify for a bursary for students in vulnerable groups. The Trust’s eligibility criteria is:

• Students living in a low-income household – household income below average regional salary. £35,562

• Students who have additional responsibilities, such as being a young carer or parent.