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WELCOME TO SHOOTERS HILL SIXTH FORM COLLEGE! I am thrilled to welcome you to Shooters Hill Sixth Form College, a place where young people can build confidence, aim high, and succeed. At SHC we are committed to preparing every student for the rapidly evolving global workplace, equipping them to thrive, as creative, lifelong learners. Our fully inclusive courses, ensure that there is something for everyone within our warm, friendly, nurturing environment.

We take great pride in our recent achievements, in transforming the lives of hundreds of students who have successfully progressed to their chosen universities, apprenticeships, employment, and further education. We will remain committed in helping each young person reach their goals.

In January 2024, Ofsted rated SHC as GOOD with OUTSTANDING for behaviour and attitudes. I am incredibly proud of this positive outcome which is a testament to the care and commitment of our entire college community.

Achieving a GOOD rating underpins our core values.

I warmly invite you to visit us during one of our open days and experience our community in action.

“The staff have created a vibrant and diverse community where valuing others including their beliefs and attitudes, is central to college life.”

“Teachers have high expectations of students. They plan and teach their subjects effectively and with high expectations for what students should achieve.”

-Ofsted 2024

e n r o b s O f f o e G -Principal

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OUR COURSES A-LEVELS Art & Design Biology Business Studies Chemistry Computer Science Economics

English Literature and Language History Maths Photography Physics

Applied Science Art & Design Beauty Therapy Business Studies Carpentry & Joinery Catering Child Care Computer Science Creative Media Criminology Electrical Installation Engineering Foundation Learning

Game Development Hairdressing Health & Social Care Hospitality IT Motor Vehicle Systems Maintenance PAGE 19 Multi Trades Painting & Decorating Pathway to Employment Personal Development Plumbing Sport & Public Services Science

Politics Psychology Sociology

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VOCATIONAL

Building Services Engineering Craft & Design (Textiles) Digital Production, Design & Development Education & Early Years Healthcare Science Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing & Control Management & Administration Media, Broadcast & Production

GCSE

Biology Citizenship

English Maths

AP PL Y N O W

T-LEVELS

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Chemistry

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~ Celebrating the establishment of Shooters Hill Sixth Form College ~

A Warm Welcome

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Our Courses

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Student Experience

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A-Levels

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T-Levels

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GCSE

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14-16 Programme

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Student Support

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Vocational Courses Employability & Future Pathways

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Foundation Learning & Future Pathways

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Sports Academies

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Wellbeing & Enrichment

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SHC Facilities Additional Information

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NEW STUDENT EXPERIENCE APPLICATION Your journey with us begins as soon as you make your application. You can apply via our website here: www.shc.ac.uk/apply

INTERVIEW Once we’ve received your application, we will invite you to an interview where you can discuss your course choices with our teachers.

NEW STUDENT EXERIENCE DAY In the summer, we will invite applicants in for a new student experience day (Taster Day), allowing you to experience a day in the life of a Shooters Hill Sixth Form College student.

ENROLMENT Once you have received your GCSE results, you can enrol with us and formally become a SHC student.

FIRST WEEK Before you start lessons in September, you will attend induction to help you settle in.

START OF TERM We know that the first term of college is often the hardest, that’s why we’ll continue to support your transition throughout the first term.

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APEX A-LEVEL ASPIRATIONAL PATHWAY TO EXCELLENCE

WHAT ARE A-LEVELS?

An A-Level is an advanced qualification offered across a range of subjects, typically accessible to school leavers (students aged 16 to 18). The programme is a 2-year course taught similarly to your GCSEs, with your grades obtained from your final exams which take place at the end of the two years. Whilst subjects are mostly exam-based, some ALevel options, such as Art or History, require you to complete coursework or controlled assessments during the year which will count towards your final grade.

WHERE CAN A-LEVELS TAKE ME? A-Levels can take you to higher education (university), high-level apprenticeships or even directly into employment depending on your career goals.

DID YOU KNOW?

100% of our A level History, English language and literature and photography students passed.

94% of our A level sociology students passed.

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THE A-LEVEL PROGRAMME HAS BEEN DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE THE BEST RESULTS POSSIBLE. As an A-Level student, you will have access to high quaulity facilities. Including your own common room, computer room, study space and a variety of enrichment and extracurricular activities, all designed to help you reach your full potential.

Art & Design Biology Business Studies Chemistry Computer Science Economics English Literature and Language History

STUDENT SUCCESS

A-LEVEL OPTIONS

Maths Photography Physics Politics Psychology Sociology

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VALENTINE'S STORY “I studied A-Levels, including London Institute of Banking and Finance. My time at Shooters Hill Sixth Form College has been great, I received a Distinction* in every exam/assignment and have been accepted in to Oxford University to study Law. I thank Shooters Hill Sixth Form College for their support through my journey and my advice for the next generation would be to get your head down from the 1st year, teachers are your friends, not your enemies.”

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OUR T-LEVEL COURSES

AT SHOOTERS HILL SIXTH FORM COLLEGE T-Levels are a qualification designed to give you a head start towards the future you want. They follow GCSEs and are equivalent to 3 A-Levels.

The 2 year T-Level qualification brings classroom and work placement together on a course designed with employers and businesses. You will spend 80% of your time in the classroom and 20% on a 45 day placement, to give you the skills and knowledge employers are looking for.

Your T-Level will help you to step straight in to your chosen career, an apprenticeship or a degree. Wherever your future is heading, take it to the next level.

EQUIVALENT CHART UCAS Tariff Points

T-Level Grade

A-Level Grade

168

Distinction*

AAA*

144

Distinction

AAA

120

Merit

BBB

96

Pass (C or above on the core)

CCC

72

Pass (D or E on the core)

DDD

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COURSE INFORMATION All students will develop a general understanding of construction, including: Health and Safety The science behind building design, surveying and planning Making accurate and appropriate measurements Construction methods Building regulations and standards Data management and information standards in construction Relationship management and customer service How the Internet of Things (IoT) impacts construction Digital engineering techniques Mathematical techniques to solve construction problems Construction design principles and processes The construction industry and its role in the economy Sustainability and the environmental impact of construction Business, commerce and corporate social responsibility They will also learn about topics specific to building services engineering, including: Building technology principles Building services engineering systems Maintenance principles Tools, equipment and materials

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above, including Grade 5 in Maths and Grade 5 in English Language, preferred grade 5 in Physics.

CAREERS & PROGRESS Gas Engineering Electrical and Electronic Equipment Engineering Electrotechnical Engineering Protection Systems Engineering University and many more...

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COURSE INFORMATION This course suits anyone wanting a career in the craft and design sector. Delve into the inventive world of fashion and textiles through specialist content.

Students will develop an understanding of a broad range of issues relevant to the sector, including: The creative economy The individual in the creative industries Cultural context and vocabulary Audience and consumer needs Legal and regulatory requirements Professional standards and conduct in the workplace Equality, diversity and inclusion requirements Project methodology and administration Continued professional development

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Grade 5 in Maths and Grade 5 in English Language.

CAREERS & PROGRESS Jewellery Designer Maker Furniture Maker Furniture Designer Furniture Restorer Dressmaker Tailor University and many more...

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COURSE INFORMATION This course is intended for students who want to progress to a career in the Digital sector; with a focus on software design and development.

Course Content: How digital technologies impact business The ethical and moral implications of digital technology Using data in software design Using digital technologies to analyse and solve problems Digital environments, including physical, virtual and cloud environments Emerging technical trends, such as Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), Blockchain, 3D printing Legal and regulatory obligations relating to digital technologies The privacy and confidentiality of personal data The technical, physical and human aspects of internet security Planning digital projects Testing software, hardware and data Digital tools for project management and collaboration

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS CAREERS & PROGRESS

5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Grade 5 in Maths and Grade 5 in English Language.

Web Developer Web Designer Software Developer Games Tester User Experience (UX) Designer University and many more...

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COURSE INFORMATION This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in early years education, childcare or assisting teaching. All students will develop an understanding of: the Education and Early Years sector from ages 0 to 19 - as well as the principles of safeguarding, health and safety and wellbeing.

Students will also learn how to meet the needs of young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

Course Content: Supporting education Safeguarding, health and safety and wellbeing Working with others Child development Equality and diversity Special educational needs and disability English as an additional language

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS CAREERS & PROGRESS

5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Grade 5 in Maths and Grade 5 in English Language.

Nursery Practitioner Teaching Assistant Learning Mentor Playworker Teaching Portage Home Visitor University and many more...

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COURSE INFORMATION Students will develop the core knowledge and skills that are needed for entry to a range of healthcare occupations. All students will develop a general understanding of health, safety and environmental regulations- as well as the principles of good scientific and clinical practice. This course will cover core science concepts including the structure of cells, tissues and large molecules, genetics, microbiology and immunology.

Course Content: Working within the healthcare sector Health, safety and environmental regulations Managing information and data Principles of good scientific and clinical practice Core science concepts including the structure of cells, tissues and large molecules, genetics, microbiology and immunology Providing person-centred care Supporting health and wellbeing Further knowledge of both human anatomy and physiology and of diseases and disorders

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Grade 5 in Maths and Grade 5 in English Language.

CAREERS & PROGRESS Radiographer Sterile Services Technician Medicine & Nursing University and many more...

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COURSE INFORMATION Students will develop an understanding of a broad range of topics relevant to the sector. Students will build their business, commercial and financial awareness, covering key principles such as commercial priorities and markets, customers/clients relationships and resource allocation.

Course Content: working within the engineering and manufacturing sectors an understanding of how materials, conditions and context influence design processes and products essential mathematics for engineering and manufacturing a knowledge and understanding of mathematics including standard matrices and determinants and standard trigonometry materials and their properties understanding material processing techniques and their effects on materials and material quality, the condition of materials, how these are managed, and materials testing methods and techniques business, commercial and financial awareness - basic commercial principles including commercial priorities and markets, customers/clients/partners and resource allocation

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

CAREERS & PROGRESS

5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Grade 5 in Maths and Grade 5 in English Language.

Construction Craftworker Boat Builder Welder Electronics Engineering Technician Aerospace Engineering Technician University and many more...

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COURSE INFORMATION Students will develop an understanding of a broad range of issues relevant to the sector, including: Business context – an overview of organisational cultures and values, different types of internal and external stakeholder, different forms of governance and the impact of organisations on society and the environment Project and change management – an understanding of the common change management theories and models and how to support and improve projects business behaviours – the importance of good communication and adapting social communication styles to professional standards and according to purpose, medium and audience quality and compliance – the importance of maintaining and improving quality in all aspects of public and private sector organisations

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Grade 5 in Maths and Grade 5 in English Language.

CAREERS & PROGRESS Manufacturing Supervisor Barristers Clerk Court Administrative Assistant Medical Secretary Personal Assistant University and many more...

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COURSE INFORMATION Students will develop an understanding of a broad range of issues relevant to the sector, including: The creative economy The individual in the creative industries Cultural context and vocabulary Audience and consumer needs Legal and regulatory requirements Professional standards and conduct in the workplace Equality, diversity and inclusion requirements Research skills Project methodology and administration Continued professional development

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Grade 5 in Maths and Grade 5 in English Language.

CAREERS & PROGRESS Studio Sound Engineer Audio Visual Technician Live Sound Engineer TV or Film Sound Technician Stagehand Lighting Technician University and many more...

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STUDENT SUPPORT Course Tutors & Personal Development

Learning Support

You will have a course tutor who should be the first point of contact if you have any issues regarding your course. You will also have a weekly session with a personal development tutor who will cover a variety of topics as well as having some fun and meeting other students at the college.

You will find the Learning Support Team is committed to ensuring that young people with SEND have the support they require to prepare for adulthood and help them achieve the best outcomes in employment, independent living, health and community participation.

Counselling

We’re here to support you in any way we can. If you feel like you need somebody to talk to or just listen, you can access our counselling services. Please speak to your tutor or visit the student services and ask for the Counsellor.

This is a confidential service so you can trust that we will be discrete with your information. www.shc.ac.uk/counselling

“Students feel safe in and around the college. Should they have concerns, they are happy to make staff aware of these without fear of being judged.” Ofsted 2024

Examples of support offered: Literacy and Numeracy support Exam Access Arrangements ESOL Support Learning Support Assistants Specialist support; Speech and Language Therapy, Educational Psychologist, ASD Outreach, Sensory Service

Bursary & Free School Meals

We can provide financial support to eligible students via the bursary scheme. To check your eligibility, or for more information, visit www.shc.ac.uk/studentfinance

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GCSE At SHC, we offer students who have not yet achieved their 5, 9-4 GCSE grades, the opportunity to join the GCSE Study Programme. This course is designed to enable students to progress onto A-Levels or a Level 3 course.

Placement onto this course is subject to a successful interview and diagnostic assessment at enrolment, where a member of our admissions team will assess suitability for the course.

OUR COURSES Biology Citizenship

English Maths

Chemistry

OUR PROGRAMME The GCSE Study Programme This course is suitable for students who did not complete their GCSEs.

This course is also accessible for recent arrivals to the country who wish to obtain UK recognised qualifications. Students aiming for this course should have studied to a similar level abroad, and should have equivalent foreign qualifications.

DID YOU KNOW?

We are above the national average for both GCSE English and maths achievement!

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NEW

14-16 PROGRAMMES

We now offer Year 10 and 11 students the opportunity to attend SHC as part of our 14-16 provision.

Year 10 and 11 students can come to the college to study a course of their choice. We offer:

GCSE Maths GCSE Science GCSE English

Enrichment

Tutorial

Digital Qualification

Additional Sessions includes a mix of Personal Development, citizenship, Careers, trips/visits, sports and other topics to develop young people alongside their academic pursuits. This programme will be shared at induction.

Digital Qualifications are accredited qualifications students can study offsite or at home.

LISA STUBBS Head of Alternate Provision

COMING OCTOBER 2024

lisa.stubbs@shc.ac.uk 0208-319-9795

For more information: www.shc.ac.uk/joinus

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OUR VOCATIONAL COURSES HAVE BEEN DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE THE BEST RESULTS POSSIBLE. In addition to a variety of courses, we also provide a wide range of high standard facilities, enrichments and extracurricular activities to ensure that you have the best opportunity to achieve your full potential.

VOC

WHAT IS A VOCATIONAL COURSE?

A vocational course, including BTEC, CTEC and UAL, this is a practical-based qualification that allows you to gain hands-on experience. They can include externally set exams and are made up of a number of different units that are continually assessed throughout the year with coursework and assignments.

WHAT LEVEL WILL I START? No matter what grades you achieve at GCSE, we will have a course for you. The course that you start on depends on your grades, however you can always progress onto a higher level once you have successfully completed the course you began at.

ENTRY LEVEL ▶ LEVEL 1 ▶ LEVEL 2 ▶ LEVEL 3

WHERE CAN A VOCATIONAL COURSE TAKE ME? Vocational courses can take you to further education, an apprenticeship or even employment; the decision is yours to make.

Aiming for University? — Did you know a BTEC course can take you there?

DID YOU KNOW?

100% of our level 3 Art & Design students passed.

100% of our level 3 Criminology (Certificate) students passed.

100% of our students on the level 3 LIBF programme achieved.

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CATIONAL COURSES FIND OUT MORE

AN EXAMPLE OF HOW LEVEL 3 AND A-LEVELS COMPARE

LEVEL 3 BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA Grade

D*D*D*

D*D*D*

D*DD

DDD

DDM

DMM

MMM

MMP

MPP

UCAS Points

168

160

152

144

128

112

96

80

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A-LEVEL COMPARISON Grade

A*A*A*

A*A*A

A*AA

AAA

AAB

ABB

BBB

BBC

BCC

UCAS Points

168

160

152

144

136

128

120

112

104

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APPLIED SCIENCE Shooters Hill College boasts an impressive Science Department that encourages exploration in a range of practical activities. Whether that be experiments, field testing or participating in challenges and competitions, like the Science Olympiad.

Applied Science level 2 This course combines the key areas of Biology, Physics and Chemistry to give you a well-rounded practical and theoretical understanding of the Applied Sciences, including Principles of Science Applied Science level 3 Principles and Applications of Science Science Investigation Skills Laboratory Techniques and their Application Investigative Project Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques

AVAILABLE COURSES Level 2 Applied Science Level 3 Applied Science

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 3+ Level 3 - 4 GCSEs grade 4+

CAREERS & PROGRESSION Radiotherapist & Oncologist Biotechnologist Optometrist Many medical professions University from Level 3

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ART & DESIGN The possibilities in the Art, Design & Photography department are endless, with a variety of different levels and pathways to explore. As well as Fine Art, we also offer Graphics, Architecture, and Photography courses at Level 3.

A student’s first term is teacher-led by our trusted and experienced lecturers; helping to gain insight into the creative industry before embarking onto a student-led phase, where students are expected to apply and manage their own projects with 1-1 support. With undivided advice and attention at hand for all of our budding artists, photographers, sculptors, and animators, we have managed to develop an impressive alumni of creatives whose journey began right here at SHC.

AVAILABLE COURSES

CAREERS & PROGRESSION Architect Tattoo Artist Freelance Artist University from Level 3

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Entry Level Art & Design Level 1 Art & Design Level 2 Art & Design Level 3 Art & Design Level 2 Photography TLevel Craft Fashion/ Textiles

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Entry Level - Subject to a successful interview.

Level 1 - GCSEs grade 1/2 Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 3+ Level 3 - 4 GCSEs grade 4+

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BUSINESS Without business, there would be no Shooters Hill College. There would be no online stores, no high streets bustling with people, and half of history wouldn’t have been written.

Dive into one of our Business courses, and immerse yourself in the knowledge of what it takes to be an entrepreneur - with our local industry links and connections with employers, learn how to network professionally and start building the stepping stones for your future as a manager or a business owner. You’ll be following a professional dress code to prepare you for a work environment, as well as developing problem-solving and decision-making skills.

AVAILABLE COURSES Level 1 Business Studies Level 2 Business Studies Level 3 Business Studies TLevel Management & Administration

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Level 1 - GCSEs grade 1/2 Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 3+ Level 3 - 5 GCSEs grade 4+

CAREERS & PROGRESSION Managerial Roles Accountant Entrepreneur Banker University from Level 3

HIGHLIGHTS Lloyds Banking & EY Trip.

National Competitions Y.E.S Scheme - Startup Business Enterprise.

Visit to the city of London.

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CARE & EARLY YEARS Arguably one of the most important industries in the world, the Care & Early Years course at SHC formally introduces you to the hands-on nature of looking after and nurturing children, helping them develop into well-adjusted adults.

You’ll be given a work experience placement as part of the course, working with local nurseries and schools, helping you navigate the area of care of expertise that works best for you. Not only is the Care & Early Years course and work experience rewarding, but it also helps you gain insight into early years education and how different environments and communities contribute to a child’s future development.

AVAILABLE COURSES CAREERS & PROGRESSION Midwife Social Worker Child Psychologist Occupational Therapist Nursery Practitioner Primary School Teacher Teaching Assistant University from Level 3

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Level 1 & 2 Child Care Level 1, 2 & 3 Health & Social Care Level 3 Teaching Assistance TLevel Education and Early Years TLevel Healthcare Science

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Level 1 - GCSEs grade 1/2 Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 3+ Level 3 - 4 GCSEs grade 4+

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BUILDING SERVICES INCLUDING MOTOR VEHICLE & ENGINEERING

If you wish to pursue a career in Plumbing, Electrical, Motor Vehicle and Engineering, Shooters Hill Sixth Form College has a range of courses to meet your requirements.

Prior knowledge or experience is unnecessary as long as you have curiosity, as our industry professionals will teach you all you need to know.

Work experience is a huge factor in our Building Services courses, as it’s important to us to allow our students to experience the dynamics of a building site and its contents before progressing onto employment. As well as our vocational courses on offer, you’re also allowed to develop your numeracy, literacy, and employability skills to ensure that you develop into the ideal candidate for the industry.

AVAILABLE COURSES Entry Level Access to Building Services Levels 1 & 2 Plumbing Levels 1 & 2 Electrical Installation Levels 1 & 2 Motor Vehicles Levels 1 & 2 Engineering TLevel Building Services Engineering TLevel Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing & Control

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

CAREERS & PROGRESSION General repairs operative Maintenance operative Plumber Electrician Motor Vehicle Technician Engineer

Entry Level - GCSEs grade 1/2 Level 1 - GCSEs grade 3 Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 4+ T-Level - 5 GCSEs grade 5+

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CONSTRUCTION Here at Shooters Hill Sixth Form College, we pride ourselves on providing our students with industry-level experience in all of our courses, and our Construction Trades courses are a shining example of this in action.

Working on real-life projects across the college and the community, you’ll be using industry-standard machinery in our fullyequipped workshops regardless of what course within Construction you decide to pursue, of course being taught by industry professionals. Whether your future is in Carpentry or you’d like to try your hand at Painting and Decorating, SHC is the perfect environment to develop your skills.

AVAILABLE COURSES CAREERS & PROGRESSION General repairs operative Maintenance Painter and decorator Specialist paint effects Site Carpenter

Carpentry Level 1 & 2 Multi Trades Entry Level & Levels 1 & 2 Painting & Decorating Level 1 Maintenance Level 2

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Entry Level - GCSEs grade 1/2 Level 1 - 4 GCSEs grade 3+ Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 4+

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COMPUTING &

GAME DEVELOPMENT With an emphasis on the creative potential of computing, and coding in particular., we look to giving our students the best opportunities for their future progress. In Level 2 we will give you the fundamental building blocks that underpin success at Level 3.

In both game development and computing you can expect to have access to a wide variety of programming languages taught by our expert coders. Moreover, in computer science we will ensure a thorough understanding cyber security issues; or in game development in depth design and game theory principals, should you so choose.

AVAILABLE COURSES Digital Production, Design & Development T-Level Gaming Development & IT Level 1 Gaming Development level 2 & 3 Computing level 2

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Level 1 - GCSEs grade 1/2 Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 3+ Level 3 - 5 GCSEs grade 4+ T-Level - 5 GCSEs grade 5+

CAREERS & PROGRESSION Project Manager Software Developer Game Designer Network Manager University from Level 3

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CREATIVE MEDIA The Creative Media industry is thriving especially with the rise of content creation and social media in recent years. With access to our high-end Mac suite and video editing suite, you’ll be encouraged to film, photograph, capture, and edit your work - bringing your ideas to life.

With the chance to work alongside the College marketing team, as well as working for external clients on professional briefs, SHC is a great place to exercise your pre-existing or new-found love for the media and its endless possibilities to be creative.

CAREERS & PROGRESSION Film, TV and Radio Producer Journalist Videographer Social Media Manager University from Level 3

HIGHLIGHTS State of the art Mac Suites.

Access to professional photography & videography equipment.

AVAILABLE COURSES Media Level 1, 2 &3 TLevel Media, Broadcast and Media

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Level 1 - GCSEs grade 1/2 Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 3+ Level 3 - 5 GCSEs grade 4+

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CRIMINOLOGY

Criminology is an exciting course that explores different types of crime, why people commit crimes and its impact on the wider society and how crime can be prevented.

Whether you want to be a police officer, a probation/prison officer, law and legal work or a social worker; our Criminology courses strengthen your critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills and inspire you to pursue a career within one of these fields.

However, these skills aren’t just applicable to criminology but to other areas of expertise such as Social Research and Politics - all of which can be studied at university after your studies at SHC are over. .

AVAILABLE COURSES

Criminology & Law Level 2 Applied: Criminology, Law and Psychology level 3

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 3+ Level 3 - 4 GCSEs grade 5+

CAREERS & PROGRESSION Crime Scene Investigator Police Officer or Detective Criminology and Criminal Justice Law with Criminology Forensic University from Level 3

HIGHLIGHTS Crime scene investigations workshop.

Trips and visits to Royal courts of justice, Courts and many more.

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HAIR & BEAUTY Shooters Hill Sixth Form College boasts a remarkable professional-standard salon and beauty therapy suite. Here, you’ll learn how to cut and style paying client’s hair and a variety of other treatments such as manicures, pedicures and massages.

With hands-on training; an annual visit to the Hair and Beauty Expo at ExCel London, the opportunity to participate in work experience in local spas and salons, we pride ourselves on readying our students for industry, in as many ways as possible.

CAREERS & PROGRESSION Beauty Therapy Hairdressing Nail Technician Make-up Artist University from Level 3

HIGHLIGHTS Excel trips and visits.

Hair and Beauty Shows.

High quality approve equipment and products.

Fully functioning work environment.

AVAILABLE COURSES Level 1 Beauty Therapy Level 2 Beauty Therapy Level 2 Certificate in Nail Treatments & L2/L3 Extended Courses Hairdressing Level 1, 2 & 3

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Level 1 - GCSEs grade 1/2 Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 3+ Level 3 - 4 GCSEs grade 4+

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HOSPITALITY & CATERING Working within the Hospitality industry is a demanding and challenging career and Shooters Hill Sixth Form College provides you with all the professional skills and experience needed to impress your future employers.

Our production kitchens are always bustling with students being taught by our industry-trained chefs and professionals, motivated to provide food, drinks and impeccable service to our paying customers in the Bamboo Cafe, The Rose Cafe or award-winning City View Restaurant..

CAREERS & PROGRESSION Chef Restaurant/Bar Manager Airline Host Mixologist University from Level 3

AVAILABLE COURSES

Level 1 Catering Level 2 Catering Level 3 Catering Level 2 Hospitality Level 3 Hospitality

HIGHLIGHTS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Level 1 - GCSEs grade 1/2 Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 3+ Level 3 - 4 GCSEs grade 4+

4 x Large industrial kitchens to learn in.

Work experience in our own Fine dining restaurant.

Trips and visits to 5* Hotels.

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SPORTS & PUBLIC SERVICES At SHC, we take sport seriously. Our dedicated staff have refined our sports courses to focus on skills, coaching, and leadership as the main focal points to ensure our students get a realistic insight into working in the industry.

Public Services - army, ambulance, fire, and police services. They all play a vital role in keeping the community safe and here at SHC, you will learn how these services operate from the foundations to the very top. Through direct training in leadership, and situation control, you will gain valuable insight from specialists in your chosen fields and the chance to network with prospective employers in the local community. While working in public services is challenging, they are also among the most rewarding careers.

CAREERS & PROGRESSION Sports Coach Sports Analyst Police Officer Civil Servant University from Level 3

AVAILABLE COURSES Sport Level 1 , 2 & 3 Public Services Level 1 & 2 Uniformed Protective Services Level 3

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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Level 1 - GCSEs grade 1/2 Level 2 - 4 GCSEs grade 3+ Level 3 - 4 GCSEs grade 4+

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LEVEL 7 FOOTBALL ACADEMY Studying at Shooters Hill Sixth Form College means that you can also be part of our football academy. Partnered will Level 7 Academy, students will experience professional football and learning experiences to progress to the next level both on and off the pitch.

CAREERS & PROGRESSION See individual course requirements.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS See individual course requirements.

DYNAMIC COACHING

This is a 1 year sports coaching course with paid work available after 3 months based on your performance. If you’re passionate about sport and are looking for an opportunity to develop your skills in coaching and teamwork, this is the course for you.

You can apply if: You’re eligible to work in England You’re unemployed, not in education or training, and have no Level 3 qualifications

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EMPLOYABILITY & FUTURE PATHWAYS

UNIVERSITY

Through a range of resources, such as their Great Skills workshops, UoG will work closely with our students to provide extra academic and personal support to help us on our quest to ensure that all students achieve and develop while they are on their journey with us at SHC. They will also support students interested in progressing to University and the University of Greenwich in particular.

Students also have access to Polaris Aquatic Training where students have the opportunity to train and qualify as lifeguards. This gives them 8 additional UCAS points for applications., which can make the difference between their first and second choice.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES We provide our students with a comprehensive programme of careers information, education, advice and guidance. We want to ensure that all students have the skills, knowledge, experience and resources required to progress in their chosen pathways.

Careers Advice

Careers in

Employability Skills

Meetings

Curriculum Areas

Workshop

Professional

Mentoring

Networking

Making

Employer Trips and

Career and Higher

Connections

Visits

Education Fairs

WORK EXPERIENCE We believe that work experience is important for all students. We’re committed to ensuring that you have the opportunity to take part in work experience that is suitable to your academic level and future aspirations.

Working with a wide range of employers, both local and nationwide, we ensure that we can offer you a work experience placement of your choice that is relevant to your desired career path and study programme.

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FOUNDATION LEARNING & FUTURE PATHWAYS AVAILABLE COURSES

Independence - Entry 1 Development - Entry 2 Access - Entry 3 Vocational Access - Level 1 Pathways to Employment - Level 1 Maths English Enterprise

Entry requirements - Subject to interview and an ECHP consultation Highlights: Independent Living Flat/ Coffee Shop Work Experience/ Sensory Room/ Forest School

FUTURE PATHWAYS

All of the Foundation Learning Team believe in a strong learning community, where you are at the centre of everything we do. Our curriculum is planned to cater for every aspect of life that you will be involved with in the future. We have our own coffee shop ‘Coffee Corner’ where you will experience serving customers and develop your communication, money management and employability skills.

FIND OUT MORE SUPPORTED INTERNSHIP

VOCATIONAL ACCESS

APPLY HERE

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In the Foundation Learning department, we provide a safe, challenging and great environment for young people like you, to develop a range of skills that will support your independence into Adulthood and/or Employment and the wider community.

Staff recognise that each young person is an individual and work hard to adapt our curriculum to meet your needs. You are guided and supported by expertly trained staff to ensure maximum progress is achieved. We work with multi-agency teams and in partnership with your parents/carers to ensure a holistic approach to education and encourage you to be responsible and as independent as possible.

SUCCESS STORIES MEET MARIA ...

Maria attended Shooters Hill between 20212024 during which time she developed her confidence, independence and academic skills leading to her having successfully complete a supported internship programme leading to employment in the service industy.

MEET DYLAN...

Dylan is a young man who joined the supported Internship programme last year he flourished in a number of different roles leading to him successfully gaining a place on an Apprenticeship with a local health and sports club.

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SPORTS ACADEMIES AT SHOOTERS HILL We work in partnership with three local sports academies to provide training and support to our students. We have sign-ups available in Basketball, Rugby and Football- you don't need to be a Sports student to join, all students are welcome!

Check out our website for more information.

LEVEL 7 FOOTBALL ACADEMY Our Football Education Academy provides both male and female students the opportunity to be a part of a full-time football programme. The football element, which is run by Level 7 Academy, is a performance-based programme that aims to push the players in to professional and semi-professional football whilst still maintaining their core studies.

DYNAMIC COACHING BASKETBALL Our Basketball Education Academy provides both male and female students the opportunity to be a part of a full-time basketball program, which is is operated

by Dynamic Coaching. This is a performance based program that aims to push the players in to semi-professional basketball.

VOLLEYBALL Wapping Wildcats coach volleyball in a unique environment that caters for every child’s needs.

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O TENNIS Twist and Fizz provide tennis activity which is inclusive, social and easy to access.

This programme is designed in partnership with our local community and the Royal Borough of Greenwich.

RUGBY Roebucks Rugby Academy run a performance-based program that will take place at their training base in Eltham, as well as some sessions on site here at SHC.

BOXING SHC has partnered with Power Mobile Gym, providing bespoke boxing and personal development programmes located within the Woolwich Common Community Centre.

SWIMMING The Polaris Aquatic Swimming Academy gives you the tools to gain an advantage through specialised training with experienced instructors and friendly teaching styles.

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Here at Shooters Hill, we recognise that wellbeing and enrichment activities are important contributing factors to a happy and healthy mind. Enrichments are an integral part of the student experience, therefore we have designed SHC Club House to create those exciting, fun and life-learning opportunities for our students. The SHC Club Team offers a programme of events and activities on a weekly basis for you to get involved with.

WELLBEING WELLBEING TEAM This team is responsible for you pastoral education and personal growth, they will coach you through life's lessons and provide materials and activities to help you engage with the ever changing world.

STUDENT SERVICES Student services are here to provide students with out of class support, if you need anything at all you can always pop in to their office on the 3rd floor of the main building and someone will be their to help.

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AIDERS If you really need some mental health support or have a touch of anxiety or just need a place to chill out, you can call one of the team and they will help to support you.

COUNSELLING We have a visiting trained counsellor available to give individual help to students with work-related or personal concerns that they prefer to discuss in confidence. Counsellors can also give information about other organisations that help with a variety of problems. We actively encourage students to disclose any concerns either before they join the College or whilst a student so that we can provide appropriate support.

For more information: www.shc.ac.uk/wellbeing

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WELLBEING & ENRICHMENT ENRICHMENT SPORT

Take part in sports activities within enrichment, enabling you to enhance or learn new skills within each activity.

Basketball Dance SHC Football Tennis

Swimming Judo Gym Self Defence

Boxing

ENTERTAINMENT Adapt the skills you learn in lessons, working with different people to perform in a different environment. Being honest with yourself and others as you work together to create and improve different pieces of art and music.

Jam Club ESports Choir/ Song Writing Podcasting AI

LIFE

FIND OUT MORE

Have you ever wanted to learn some general knowledge life hacks, had a specific interest in an everyday topic, or want to support your future education with a voluntary or educational club? This is the section for you.

British Sign Language Cooking Club Student Council Ramadan Club LGBTQ+

Duke of Edinburgh Environmental Club Debate Club

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Swimming Pool

4G Football Pitch

Come on down for a splash in our indoor swimming pool.

Our football pitches are available for internal and external use.

Indoor and Outdoor Gym

City View Restaurant

Premium gym with various types of equipment.

4 Restaurants, including a student ran Fine Dining Restaurant.

Nursery and Hospital Suite

Gaming Arcade

Hair and Beauty Lounge

APEX Building

The Garage

Independent Living Flat & Sensory Room

Providing realistic industry experience to our students.

Open to the public and discounted for staff and students.

Student-run mechanical garage including electric vehicles

Try out our retro gaming arcade.

A hub for Level 3 and ALevel Courses.

Support for students who need extra guidance and downtime.

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ADDITIONAL INFO Please feel free to get in touch with us using our contact details below.

For more information on...

Student Services

Outreach

Bursary, Council, Bus Passes, Child Benefits, Student Status Letters studentservices@shc.ac.uk 0208-319-9811

External visits to the Hosting assemblies, workshops, and fairs, tours to advertise SHC. tiana.reid@shc.ac.uk 0208-319-9723

Learning Support

Admissions

ECHP Care plans, Inclusive Learning,

All other questions and inquiries.

and any other additional support.

admissions@shc.ac.uk

inclusive.learning@shc.ac.uk

0208-319-9427

020-8319-9707

Safeguarding

Easy Access Located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Shooters Hill College is wellserved by buses and local to a variety of train links. Check our website for more details.

For all safeguarding enquiries: safeguarding@shc.ac.uk 0208-319-9724

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2025/26 OPEN EVENTS

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