WELCOME TO TRC
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Who we areDr Richard WilliamsPrincipal
Tony DowlingVP Teaching and Learning
Karen RobinsonStudent Services Administration Manager
Wendy RobsonSenior Student Support Manager
Elaine Shaw Assistant Principal Curriculum & Professional Development
Andy Amery Assistant Principal Curriculum & Quality
Cerise WaltersCareers and Employer Engagement Manager
Melanie AllenLearning Support Manager
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Why choose a sixth form college?
Our view is that a sixth form college provides a valuable stepping stone from a school environment to university or employment.
Teachers in a sixth form college specialise in 16-19 education – their main focus is on A-level / BTEC Level 3 qualifications.
The capacity to provide you with the study programme / subject combinations that you’d like, and that meet your needs.
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Why choose TRC?
We are a college of around 1500 students offering a broad range of courses to meet individual needs. We offer a choice of 31 different A level subjects as well as a good range of BTEC courses. In addition we have our CACHE Diploma in Childcare, football and rugby sports academies and a range of level 2 BTEC and GCSE courses.
We value each and every one of our students, providing advice and guidance along their learning journey, to help achieve excellent outcomes and a learning experience that equips our students for their lifelong learning.
“ Teachers know their students very well and provide high levels of individual support.” (Ofsted Inspection January 2014)
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Why choose TRC?
Promotion of wider skills to develop individuals with inquisitive minds, the confidence to challenge ideas, teamwork skills and the resilience to overcome obstacles.
An extensive range of extra curricular activities that provide exciting opportunities to learn new skills, make new friends and explore potential beyond the classroom.
Excellent outcomes for our students. The latest national data places TRC in the top 6% of colleges for positive destinations (university, employment or training)
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Why choose TRC?
Broad range of courses and excellent outcomes
Specialist subject teachers
Specialist progress tutors
Dedicated work experience/placement team
Individual UCAS university application guidance and support
Aspirational Oxbridge programme
Exemplary monitoring of student progress
Excellent facilities in a friendly and supportive environment
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
I like TRC because … https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJT37ayd8cc&feature=player_profilepage
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
TRC … The student experience
A look at the curriculum
Pastoral support and guidance
An opportunity to ask any individual questions
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Study programmes
The majority of our students will typically* follow a study programme consisting of three main courses at Level 3
E.g. 3 x A levels (Linear/AS) 3 x BTEC courses
3 x A levels / BTEC mixed programme3 x Level 3 courses + GCSE re-sit.
*Typically means the majority of students.
Study programmes consisting of 4 subjects may be appropriate for:
Those undertaking Maths and Further Maths, needing to broaden their programme Students with predominantly A grades at GCSE intending to apply for especially
competitive courses/universities (medicine, veterinary medicine, Oxbridge)
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Study programmes
Continued …
Level 2 (re-sit programme)
4 x GCSE/BTEC coursesto provide a progression pathway into employment or further study.
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Study programmes continued …
Most subjects are timetabled for
4.5 hours per week per subject
Others have multiples of 4.5 hours e.g. BTEC and Maths for Further Maths = 9/13.5 hours
In addition …
• Tutorial sessions with progress tutors• Principal’s Update and Social Development
Seminars
Note: Tutorial and the Principal’s Updates Seminars are a less frequent time commitment.
Also …Subject workshops
Tues/Thurs
Study Skills support from our CLASS team
DAY 9.00 – 10.30 10.45 – 11.45 11.50 – 12.50 1.35 – 3.05 3.10 – 4.10 C1 C2 C3 B1 B2 A1 A2 D1 D2 D3 E1 E2
BTEC Media
English Lit HistoryMON Br L F1 F2 F3 A3 A4 D4 D5 E3 E4 C4 C5
English
Lit
History
BTEC Media
TUES Br L Subject Workshops
A5 A6 A7 C6 C7 B3 B4 F4 F5 F6 F7
BTEC Media PUSDS
Representative sport : Netball
WED Br L E5 E6 E7 D6 D7 C8 C9 A8 A9 B5 B6
History
English Lit
BTEC Media
Subject
THUR Workshops Br L B7 B8 B9 F8 F9 E8 E9 D8 D9
Tutorial History
English LitFRI Br L
An example student timetable
Private st
udy time
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Promoting independent learning
This is crucial to success at this level of study and preparation for Higher Education and employment.
Staff at TRC help students to develop their wider study skills including:
- Time management- Folder management - Independent research skills- Revision techniques- Encouragement of peer to peer support
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Supporting independent learning
• ‘MOODLE’ … our on-line Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
• Subject specific educational websites
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
How am I doing? Monitoring performance
• We closely monitor the performance of all students to ensure that each student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
This includes:
How is my son/daughter
doing?
• Attendance data• Performance in class (e.g. contribution to the lesson)• Folder organisation and presentation• Homework • Progress assessments• Ability to work well independently and with others
“Exemplary tracking and monitoring of students’ progress, with timely interventions, ensure that students progress well.” (Ofsted Inspection January 2014)
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
How am I doing?
Our students have frequent meetings with their progress tutor and receive regular feedback from their subject teachers (written and verbal)
Progress discussions help to identify areas for improvement and put any necessary support in place.
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Communication with parents
• Establishing a strong partnership with parents is important to us at TRC
• Formal progress reports to parents are made three times a year (November, February and April)
• Two parents’ evenings are held each year. The first in November (open to all) and a second in April 2016 (targeted appointments)
• For each subject our report highlights progress against a target grade.
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
External examinations
Not all subjects will have external exams at the end of the first year but will have an internal end of year exam to assess progress.
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English Language and Literature, Art and Design, Graphic Communication, Photography, Business, Computing, Economics, History, Sociology, Psychology
In other subjects external exams will be held in May/June 2016.
• In all subjects students will have the opportunity to sit a trial exam at some point in the year.
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Careers support available for all students
Cerise Walters – Manager for Careers and Employer Engagement
Jill Valentine – Careers Adviser
Kevin Lennox – Careers Adviser
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Careers services available to our students include: HE and FE
• 1-2-1 careers information, advice and guidance
• Help with university applications• Specific help for students applying for
Medicine, Dentistry, Vet Science, Allied Health and Teaching degrees
• e-guidance [email protected] • Compact and Widening Participation
Schemes• Careers events
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Employment and apprenticeship support for our students:
1-2-1 careers information, advice and guidance“Job Ready” programmeHelp with job and apprenticeship applicationsHelp with job hunting including:• CVs • interview techniques • where to look for employmente-guidance [email protected]
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
JOB READYinterview skills / first impressions.
Making a strong application
What are employers looking for?
Meet the employers
Thomas Rotherham Sixth Form College
A tradition of achievement … a future of opportunity
Thank you for taking the time to come along this evening …
Staff are now available to answer individual questions:
Curriculum and Study Support Lecture Theatre
Financial support M137
Pastoral and Careers Support M134
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