Haywards Heath Guide for Applicants

A guide for applicants 2020-21

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Welcome from our Principal

Hello!

Welcome to Haywards Heath College

To choose where to further your education is a big decision. As such, I am passionate and committed to providing you with all the necessary information, advice and guidance about the offer to you as a prospective student here at the new Haywards Heath College. I hope this guide to applicants for September 2020 will be the start of your journey of decision making and that you will choose our college.

This guide introduces you to the extensive A-level, vocational courses and professional courses on offer as a precursor to a full prospectus for the college to be published in October 2019. This will provide further details about exciting opportunities for Level 2 vocational programmes and Apprenticeships that will be available through the college.

At Haywards Heath College, you will access the highest quality teaching and learning and support in meeting your individual needs in a college driven by its mission and values and a passionate community of staff. At the same time, you will have access to enriching experience to extend your learning in and out of the classroom through engagement in a broad mix of opportunities as part of your student life.

Welcome from our Chief Executive Welcome to the new Haywards Heath College, part of the Chichester College Group.

As the largest college group in Sussex, we are focused on championing excellence in teaching and learning for the local area. We are committed to ensuring students at all of our colleges are at the heart of everything we do.

The education you receive is our number one priority. We are very proud of the group's results, which include a 99% pass rate for A-levels at Chichester College in 2018 and our group achievement rate for 16-18 classroom-based learning was the best in Sussex in 2017/18*. This reflects the commitment and passion of our staff, who go above and beyond every day for our students.

We are grateful for the support from Sir Nicholas Soames MP, the local authorities and community, all of whom have championed the need for Mid Sussex to enjoy the benefits that further education institutions can bring.

And we are passionate about delivering a broad post-16 curriculum for students across the region, as you will discover in the pages of this guide to Haywards Heath College.

I look forward to welcoming you to your new local college at the heart of the Mid Sussex community.

We are also working closely with businesses and organisations across the region to ensure we are delivering a diverse curriculum which also meets work force requirements. In addition we'll be giving you the opportunity to learn and develop the skills you need for the career you want. Haywards Heath College offers you greater choice and more opportunities as you take the next steps in your educational journey. We look forward to welcoming you in September 2020.

Paul Riley Principal, Haywards Heath College

Shelagh Legrave OBE DL Chief Executive Officer, CCG

I would encourage you to come along to one of our open events (to be confirmed), be inspired by the inspirational facilities and environment at the college, meet staff and see how we can meet your individual needs.

Contents Your College

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Campus Facilities

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Our Values

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Student Support

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Student Life

Your Courses

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A-levels 10 Applied General

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Apprenticeships 11 Professional 11 Other Provision

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*For Further Education colleges in Sussex, according to National Achievement Rate Tables published

by Government. These include all level 1 to 5 qualifications, including A-levels, BTECs, Higher National Diplomas & Certificates and GCSEs.

OPEN DAYS Visit haywardsheath.ac.uk to register for alerts and information about open days

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CAMPUS FACILITIES At Haywards Heath, you'll find a modern campus which will be home to some fantastic facilities

You'll find plenty of ways to enrich your learning experience at Haywards Heath College.

The Learning Resource Centre

WiFi

The Learning Resource Centre is a sanctuary for self-directed study and is well-stocked with books, newspapers, magazines, e-resources and all loans are free of charge.

Haywards Heath College will be a fully WiFi enabled college.

You can search the Library catalogue over the internet, or come in and talk to our skilled and experienced library staff who will help with research.

There are networked computers available to support your studies, as well as a wide range of online resources. This will be a dynamic space for students to collaborate and learn.

Food & Drink The college offers a wide range of reasonably priced, healthy and delicious hot and cold menu options within a bright and airy space. There is also vending area to pick up refreshments.

General stationery is available here at cost price. There is also a comprehensive range of specialist materials to help students with their studies.

The Student Union The Student Exec office is located here and will be a vibrant space to relax and meet friends.

Whatever your passion, we've got the specialist resources that will help you to succeed including: _ Fully equipped science laboratories _ Multi-sport sports hall _ Music suite including editing facilities _ Performing arts and theatre space _ Rehearsal and dance studios _ Visual arts studios including a dark room _ Film and media classrooms with state-of-the-art editing suite

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STUDENT

TEACHING AND LEARNING IS OUR PRIME FOCUS

WE HAVE A 'CAN DO' ATTITUDE

OUR VALUES

SUPPORT

WE RESPECT AND VALUE ALL INDIVIDUALS

WE ARE COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE IN ALL THAT WE DO

From the moment you walk on to our campus we will provide you with the freedom, tools and support to develop and grow. You’ll be part of a modern, bustling, vibrant and connected community where everyone is supported, cared for and guided through your programme of study.

Student Tutors

Additional Support

Every student aged 16-19 will be assigned a student tutor, who you will meet with regularly. Through one-to-one discussions, tutors will monitor your progress, set targets, track achievement and support attendance.

We place a real importance on student tutoring as we strongly believe it plays a vital role in helping our students to succeed.

Our Additional Support Team can help you and your lecturers tailor support to meet your specific needs. This can include: _ One-to-one support _ In-class support _ Scribes and/or note takers _ Readers _ Specialist equipment and resources (ie IT software) _ Communication support workers _ Dyslexia specialists _ Access arrangements for exams _ Drop-in sessions

Student Welfare

WE PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL

The wellbeing of all of our students is extremely important to us, we provide a number of services to support you.

There is also a free, confidential counselling service available to all students.

Student Finance

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Our Student Finance team provides specialist and confidential advice and guidance on a range of financial services which include bursaries, advanced learner loans and travel.

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STUDENT LIFE

Our philosophy is to provide you with a rich, well-rounded college experience.

At the heart of this is our engaging and challenging curriculum fused with an exciting range of enrichment and social activities, which include sports, trips and volunteering opportunities.

Improve your skills and confidence to achieve your dream university place or dream job.

Student Voice The Chichester College Group places student voice at the heart of everything it does – here at Haywards Heath College, it’s no different. We'll be setting up a Student Union which will be run by a team of elected Student Executives from across the college.

We encourage students to get involved in the student union, either as a course representative, member of the student executive or simply by joining a trip.

The student union is all about YOU! It’s here for you, to listen to your views, make changes and to make sure your life at college is the best it can be.

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Trips & Visits The student union will run a range of social activities, including things like trips to Thorpe Park and paintballing, to social and fundraising events – as well as a host of experiences to enrich your studies, with visits to CERN, Bletchley Park and Winchester Science Centre among those you can get involved with. You’ll also have the opportunity to travel abroad with the annual ski trip or join volunteering trips to places like Costa Rica or Nepal. There will be so much to get involved in, make sure you don’t miss out!

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OUR COURSES

APPLIED GENERAL

APPRENTICESHIPS

We work hard to ensure you will leave us with a first class education, as well as the practical skills you will need in your chosen career - that's why we work in partnership with local businesses to ensure we are meeting their skills and workforce requirements.

Business & Administration Applied Law (BTEC Level 3) Business (CamTech Level 3)

A-LEVELS

Computing & IT Information Technology (CamTech Level 3)

Business & Administration

Maths

Business Economics Law

Further Mathematics Mathematics

Computing & IT Computer Science Electronics

Creative & Performing Arts Creative & Performing Arts (Level 3) Digital Media (CamTech Level 3)

Modern Languages French Spanish

English Language English Language & Literature English Literature

Drama & Theatre Studies Dance Music

Applied Psychology (BTEC Level 3) Health & Social Care (CamTech Level 3)

Film Studies Media Studies

Humanities Geography History Politics Psychology Sociology

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Biology Chemistry Physics

Contact us for more information when further details will be published Autumn 2019.

OTHER PROVISION

Science Applied Science (CamTech Level 3) Criminology (WJEC Level 3) Environmental Science (WJEC Level 3)

Science Film & Media

Business & Administration Computing & Technology Education Health & Social Care Science Sport

Health & Social Care

Performing Arts English

We will be offering a range of apprenticeships in the areas below:

Sport

Level 2 SEND Contact us for more information when further details will be published Autumn 2019.

Sport (BTEC Level 3)

Sport Physical Education

PROFESSIONAL

Visual Arts Fine Art Graphic Communication Photography Textiles

AAT (Levels 2, 3 & 4) CIPD (Levels 3, 5 & 7) CIM (Level 4 Awards)

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Changing lives through learning

COMING SOON‌ New website and full prospectus available from Autumn 2019 Visit haywardsheath.ac.uk to register for alerts and information about open days

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