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Mr Luke WestonHeadteacher

BINGLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL SIXTH FORM

Welcome...The next few years are going to be exciting, challenging and ultimately rewarding.We work very hard to make sure we give you the best education that we can provide.We have a long tradition of excellent examination results with students achieving high levels of attainment and progress.

Students are respected as individuals and are encouraged to make the transition into young adults with increased independence. We have high expectations for all who study with us and we are passionate about providing exceptional support to help you achieve.

Thank you for your interest in Bingley Grammar School Sixth Form, and I hope that this prospectus provides you enough information to help you make an informed choice for your future education.

We look forward to meeting you...

Simon Greening Head of Sixth Form

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The Sixth Form is a community that we want everyone to be a part of, can actively contribute to, feel included in and take responsibility for.

Our shared core purposes are to ensure that we maximise student learning, student experience and student support. We believe that these purposes exist so that students can be the best they can be.

We want you to learn well, both inside and outside the classroom, gain positive experiences and feel supported during your time here and in your aspirations for the future.

AS/A2 Levels

Art & Design

Biology

Business Studies

Chemistry

Computer Studies

DT Product Design Graphics

DT Product Design 3D Design

(Resistant Materials)

DT Product Design Textiles

Economics

English Language

English Literature

French

BTEC Level 3

Business

Children’s Care, Learning and Development

Health and Social Care

Hospitality

ICT

Music

Performaing Arts

Science

Sport and Exercise Science

Further Mathematics (to be taken with Maths)

Geography

History

Law

Mathematics

Media Studies

Photography

Psychology

Physics

Religious Studies

Sociology

Spanish

Entry Requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including Maths and English Language, are required.

AS subjects require a B or above in the subject at GCSE (for subjects not offered in Year 11, eg Sociology, a B in English Language is required). Grade C will be considered in some cases, though this is in negotiation with the Head of Faculty.

However, some subjects do have additional requirements – details are available at ourGuidance Evening and from the Bingley Grammar School website.

Subjects...

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Bingley Grammar School Sixth Form is a Sixth Form which prides itself on promoting ambition and aspiration.

We continually improve our sixth form to allow our students to be as good as they can be and better! We have a culture of positivity, challenge and hard work. We promote success at all levels.

Courses in the Sixth Form require a high level of intellectual ability and commitment to work; it is paramount that students select courses that are appropriate for their ability. A good guide to identify the most suitable pathway is to use the GCSE average point score (APS) system. This gives a true reflection of the students’ current ability and has proved a reliable tool in deciding on the correct courses.

GRADE A* A B C D E F G

BTEC DIST* DIST MERIT PASS

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GCSE 58 52 46 40 34 28 22 16

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To work out your APS add up your best 8 grades (including English & Maths) and divide by 8. Please note that only 2 BTEC single qualifications are awarded when calculating APS. Short course GCSEs count for half the above points.

Subject Choices and Predicted APSThe pathway you follow in the Sixth Form will depend upon your achievements in your GCSE examinations.

PATHWAY 1 PATHWAY 2 PATHWAY 3

APS of 46 and above including APS of between 40 to 46 APS of between 38 to 40 including English and Maths Grade A* - C including English and Maths Grade A* - C English and Maths Grade A* - C

4 A Levels plus A Level 3 A Levels plus A Level Two BTEC Level 3 plus 1 A Level General Studies/EPQ General Studies or Three BTEC Level 3 equivalents plus Enrichment

Minimum grade B in the Minimum grade B in the subject you wish Minimum grade B in the A Level you subject you wish to study to study BTEC that you wish to study wish to study or grade C/Pass for

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Sixth Form life at Bingley centres around The Hills, the Sixth Form building. Here there is a Bistro which provides meals and snacks exclusively for sixth form students.

There is also a Common Room where students are able to socialise during their free time, plus two dedicated ICT rooms where students can work during their Private Study Sessions. The Director of Sixth Form and the Sixth Form Team are based in The Hills, so advice is always readily at hand. The main school library also has a dedicated sixth form study area. Students are supported and advised whatever their aspirations after sixth form. We have an Independent Careers Advisor who is based at the school and can provide up-to-date careers information.

Many of our students go on to higher education and we have a full HE Support Programme to reflect this...

In the Spring of Year 12 students and parents are invited to attend an Options at 18 Evening; information about the difference routes open to students, and details of how the school supports the university application process, will be outlined at this event. Our Year 12 Progress Week takes place in July – visiting speakers provide a varied programme and our UCAS Application Sessions provide students with the opportunity to begin their university application in a supported environment.

ExcellentAttendance

ExcellentStudent Effort

Study skillsprogramme

Life skillsprogramme

Sixth FormTutorials

Sixth Form Assemblies

Paired reading

Paired maths

Faculty support

Achievement Centre

Support

Peer Leaders

6th Form

Assemblies

School Assemblies

Theme Days

House Leaders

Performance(Art, Music,Drama, BGT)

Awards Evening

Open Evenings

Senior StudentTeam

Sixth FromInduction Day

Bingley’s Got Talent

House Events and Teams

Primary School Ambassadors

Trips and Visits support

Debating

Work Experience

Voluntary Work

Charity

Sports Clubs

PerformanceGroups

Local Events

Educational Visits

Sixth FormCharity

Green Travel

Anti-Litter Campaign

EnergyCampaign

Re-use, Recycle

Fairtrade

Environmental Project

Local Wildlife Project

Kenya Links

Sixth FormCharity

The Big Issues

First Aid

Sign Language

Part-Time Employment

Careers and University Events

D of E Awards

Young Enterprise

TEFL

Young Applicantsin Schools Scheme

Driving Test

Personal Progression

Individual Wider

Community and Co-operation

As a Sixth Former Beyond BGS

Achievement and Development

A Better World Self Development

Here at Bingley Grammar School we believe that success is not only measured by the grades you achieve but by the skills and

attributes that you gain along the way. To support this process we offer a broad and vibrant enrichment programme designed

to develop our Sixth From students. As part of the ‘contract’ of joining our Sixth Form we insist that every student should

utilise the opportunities available, gain wider experiences and create an enrichment portfolio.

Enrichment

How to Apply

Download an application form from our website or collect one from school. Complete the form and send it to The Sixth Form Office at the address below. Priority will be given to applications received before the closing date of 2nd February 2015. Applications received after this date will be considered in order of date received.

Timeline for Admissions

8TH JANUARY SIXTH FORM GUIDANCE EVENING2ND FEBRUARY CLOSING DATE FOR PRIORITY APPLICATIONSMARCH & APRIL INTERVIEWSMAY LETTERS POSTED HOMEAUGUST ENROLMENT

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Bingley Grammar SchoolKeighley RoadBingleyWest YorkshireBD16 2RS

Phone 01274 807753Fax 01274 807713Email sixth@bingleygrammar.org

Mr Luke WestonHeadteacher

BINGLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL SIXTH FORM