@ Haslingden High School

Prospectus

I am delighted that you are interested in joining our thriving and

successful Sixth Form. Our key aim is to ensure that each of our

students fulfils their potential and is able to

go on to enjoy a successful future. The ethos that

underpins this is to provide a secure and supportive environment in which

students can benefit from expert teaching and individual guidance.

We have a firm belief that students achieve most when they are happy,

and in our Sixth Form there are excellent relationships between staff

and students as well as an extensive enrichment programme. We offer

the care, support and guidance they need to excel. We are proud of our

achievements and believe that there is nowhere better for students to

continue their studies.

Our sixth formers have priviliges and are treated as mature young adults,

but we also have high expectations of them as role models for the younger

students in main school. We do not have lots of rules and regulations but

expect a commitment to meet our ‘Eight Expectations.’ We offer a wide

range of Level 3 courses and hope to have something to suit everyone

who meets our basic entry requirement of having passed five Level 2

subjects at grade 4/C or above (including English and maths). Details of

all our courses can be found in the accompanying Course Information

Booklet.

I look forward to meeting and working with you in the future. If you require

any further information, please feel free to contact me.

SIMON HEATON BA (HONS) | DIRECTOR OF SIXTH FORM

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“Students demonstrate independence and resilience”

• Ourhighlyqualified,dedicated subject specialists help our students achieve excellent results. In 2015 the overall pass rate was 99% and over 50% of all grades were graded A*- B.• WeofferawideselectionofALevelsubjects-fromPhysics to Psychology, as well as a range of vocational courses – from Sport to Music Technology. This means that the right study programme for each individual can always be found. All of our courses are ideal for progression to university or into employment.

• Studentsandparentsreceivecleartargetsandregularupdates on performance against those targets.• High achievers are able to take advantage of our Russell Group programme to prepare them for application to the most competitive courses at the most prestigious universities. This may include being invited to complete an EPQ. This is an extended piece of independent study culminating in an award that is highly sought after by admissions tutors at the most prestigious universities. Students electing to complete an EPQ work under the guidance of a personal mentor.

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“Consistently good teaching and a well-planned and developing curriculum which meets the needs of all students”

• Each student has an

individual tutor who works

with them each day. Any questions

or issues are discussed and worked

through with their tutor. The Director,

Deputy Director of Sixth Form and Head

of Year 12 work with tutors and oversee

any pastoral issues.

• InYear12allstudentsaretimetabled

a PSHEE period where issues relevant

to the students are explored. Examples

include sexual health, safe driving,

financial independence and developing

independent study skills.

• Studentsinneedofextrasupportaccess

a successful and proven mentoring

programme to help ensure that they

achieve success.

• ThroughouttheirtimeinourSixthForm,

students are given the highest level

of guidance and support to ensure a

smooth transition to employment or

university. In Year 13 each student has a

timetabled period each week to work with

their tutor where they receive support

and guidance to help them decide upon

and apply for their next step.

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James Harding “The teaching in Sixth Form is excellent. My teachers have

predicted that I will achieve four A and A* grades and I am

applying to Oxford University where I hope to study mechanical

engineering.”

James is studying physics, chemistry, maths and further maths.

Connah Wroe “I came to Haslingden High School Sixth Form from BRGS. Before I

started, I was worried I would feel like an outsider, but I settled in straight

away. Everybody was really friendly from the start and I quickly felt I

had been here for ages. I am really enjoying my time in the Sixth Form;

coming here was definitely the right choice.”Connah is studying English literature, business, law and sport. He is

applying to study Law at University.

Amina Miah “What I love about Haslingden High School Sixth Form are the people,

the small class sizes and particularly the teachers – they really care. I

have made superb progress because of all the support and help I’ve

been given. I also like the way everyone is treated as an individual.”Amina is studying sociology, law, geography and vocational media.

She is hoping to study Sociology at University.

Rachel Cree “I am really into the performing arts, so it is brilliant to be able to work in

a lovely theatre. There are loads of extra-curricular activities here – my

personal highlights are always performing in the school productions and

dance shows.

Rachel is studying dance, theatre studies, English language and

maths. She hopes to take a performing arts related degree at

University.

Matty Reed “As well as my lessons I am heavily involved in other activities at sixth

form, including being captain of the football team. There are numerous

chances to get involved in things ranging from sports to charity work.”Matty is studying law, PE, RS and vocational science and hoping to

join the police after Sixth Form

Ellie Results

biology – A

chemistry – A*

maths – A*

Now studying

Medicine at Newcastle

University

Zafana Results

biology – B

chemistry – A

maths – ANow studying

Dentistry at Liverpool University

Daniel Results

maths – Afurther maths – B

physics - B

Now studying

Physics at Exeter University

Alex Results

biology – E

business - C

vocational IT – Distinction*

Now completing an apprenticeship

in mechanical engineering at Senior

Weston Aerospace

Megan Results

biology – D

business - B

psychology - B

Now studying

Physiotherapy at the

University of Huddersfield

Sabir Results

IT – Evocational science – Disinction*

vocational business – Distinction*

Now studying

Computing at the

University of Central Lancashire

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“There is a wide range of extra-curricular activities on offer for all students, including a rich menu of sporting opportunities, art, dance, drama and visits to many interesting places which students say they enjoy”

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• Our‘RussellGroup’allowsthebrighteststudentstoengageina range of activities to enhance their applications to the most competitive universities. Examples include a visit to Oxford University and the chance to complete an EPQ.

• Weofferafullenrichmentprogrammewhichisavailabletoall.Inrecent years this has included; football, rugby and netball teams, school bands, debating, fair trade and charity societies, trips to Indonesia, Iceland and California, school dance shows and theatrical productions as well as numerous other activities and educational visits.

• AvibrantStudentManagementTeamhelpstoensuretheneedsofstudents are always met. Elections are held annually.

• Workplacementsandvolunteering opportunities with organisations such as The Challenge.• Studentsareencouragedtojoinwithlike-mindedotherstobeginclubs and societies that reflect their own interests. Staff will always be available to offer support.

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We offer unrivaled facilities within a state–of–the-art Sixth

Form building that is separate from the rest of the school.

• Atitscentrethereisa270seattheatreusedforSixthFormevents,

lectures and performing arts lessons.

• Threededicatedmediasuites.

• Amodernandspaciousstudentcommonroomwherestudentscan

relax, socialise and eat and drink during their free periods breaks and

lunches. Our café is attached to the common room and open all day

serving breakfast, lunch, drinks and snacks.

• Aprivatestudyroomfullyequippedwithindividualstudyboothsfor

students to work independently in a quiet environment.

• Wi-Ficonnectivityisavailablewithinthesixthformbuilding

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We are committed to offering the right mix of courses and enrichment activities for each individual. All applicants will have a personal interview to discuss their course choices in detail. Our basic entry requirement is having passed five Level 2 subjects at grade C or above (including English and maths).

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“Teachers’ excellent subject knowledge is used to plan challenging lessons, which capture students’ interest and enable them to make rapid progress”

Starting Point 5 + GCSEs at mainly grade 4/C

5 or more GCSEsat mainly grade 5/B

5 or more GCSEsat mainly grade6/A and above

Year 12 4 vocationalcourses

4 courses which may be a mixture of A level and vocational courses

4 A level courses

Year 13 3 or 4 vocationalcourses

3 or4 courses which may be a mixture of A level and vocational courses

3 or 4 A level courses

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@ Haslingden High School

Broadway | Haslingden | Lancashire | BB4 4EY

t: 01706215726

e: sixthform@haslingdenhigh.com

Headteacher: Mark Jackson BSc MA

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