Life in the Sixth Form

It is our belief that students should take a different perspective on School life once they are in the Sixth Form. No longer school children, now young adults, it is important that Sixth Form students feel that they have greater freedom and powers of decision-making. As such, we believe the Sixth Form should take responsibility for shaping their community, arranging their own events and activities and making the most of the warm, collegiate atmosphere at Sutton Valence School. Consequently, leadership opportunities abound in specific Academic departments, on the Sports field, in the Music School and Theatre or on a variety of committees. There are opportunities to influence the life of the Chapel, to shape the School’s charitable initiatives or to serve on the School Council. Lower Sixth students act as mentors for the Third Form whilst the Upper Sixth fulfil a variety of roles as Prefects, Heads of House or by joining the organising committee for the Spring Ball.

Sixth Form boarders are given a greater degree of flexibility and freedom by the boarding houses, in recognition of the fact that it is important that students take time to unwind, relax and socialise after the intensity of the School day. To this end we organise a variety of social functions throughout the term. Boarders are also able to go out for meals on weekends where appropriate, as well as taking part in the pre-arranged visits and activities for boarders on Sundays.

Jeremy Farrell Deputy Headmaster