LEARN ASPIRE ACHIEVE. Ofsted Good Provider

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1 LEARN ASPIRE ACHIEVE Ofsted Good Provider

2 Dear Parents and Carers I am delighted that you are considering Wigston College Sixth Form. We are proud of our track record of success that enables students to make the best choices for higher education or career progression. We offer the broadest range of subjects to meet individual needs alongside the highest level of support and guidance provided by experienced staff who understand how to make the most of students abilities and talents. The Sixth Form is a time of enrichment when students complement their academic studies with other activities that broaden their minds and circle of friends. We place a very high value on sport and music, clubs and activities. Students are encouraged to be involved in the local community. We know the value to young people of contributing to society. At Wigston College we believe that students learn best when they are excited and engaged with their subjects, where their learning is tailored to individual needs and where expectations are high. We live by the college values of learn, aspire and achieve. Students enjoy coming to Wigston College Sixth Form where they are supported, stretched and challenged in order to achieve their personal best. The Sixth Form is an exciting time in a young person s life and we will work with you to provide everything needed for future success and the best possible outcomes. Mike Wilson Headteacher INDEX ABOUT US ADMISSION THE COURSES MEETING YOUR NEEDS ENRICHMENT APPLYING

3 01 ABOUT US Wigston College is a place where hard work, dedication and passion, from both students and staff, come together to allow talents to flourish and bring success within reach Kate Nelson Head Girl BSC Nursing, De Montfort University An exciting future Zach Morley, Emma Palmer, Laura Lees and Rhys Kilby Deputy Head Boy, Deputy Head Girl, Head Girl and Head Boy We are privileged to have been appointed as Head Girl and Head Boy of Wigston College. We are extremely proud of the Ofsted Good rating in all aspects and aim to ensure that the college continues to excel and improve. We want every student to achieve their full potential, through a positive and friendly learning environment, in which they can thrive academically as well as socially. We have both been Wigston Academy Trust students since Year 10, and have been active members of the College community, where we felt welcomed, supported and safe. Every student is made to feel like they belong, both by students and teachers. With support from teachers and guidance from peers, every student at Wigston College has the potential to Wigston College is a specialist Sixth Form Learning Centre. go far with their studies and ambitions. A wide range of enrichment and extracurricular activities are on offer, which ensures that Wigston College supports students become well-rounded individuals. Rhys Kilby & Laura Lees Head Boy and Head Girl Facilities, teaching and support is focused on A Levels and other Level 3 courses. Students will benefit from being in a learning environment focused on advanced level studies, whilst benefitting from the close links with the Wigston Academy and the community, which asllow us to offer an extended range of enrichment and volunteering opportunities. Sixth Form students are able to access a range of study spaces throughout the college day. support, small group sessions and advice and feedback via . Choosing to study at Wigston College has significant benefits. We Students can study in a range of are large enough to offer a wide locations to suit their preferred learning variety of courses but small enough style. The Common Room is open all to provide you with the network of day for Sixth Form students to use support required for you to make the as an informal study and social area. successful transition from GCSE to A Many departments provide independent Level and Level 3 studies. study space for Sixth Form students in subject classrooms and We provide a learning programme in addition to timetabled teaching which tests your capabilities and lessons, staff provide one-to-one supports your ambitions.

4 02 ADMISSION Admission Requirements More able students will be encouraged to take the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) alongside their A Level subjects. Students will also be expected to have a good engagement for learning score and a good record of attendance at Key Stage 4. For admission to Advanced Level programmes of study, students are usually expected to achieve a minimum of 6 GCSEs at A* - C or equivalent (including 4 s in English Language and Mathematics). Students also need to meet any individual subject entry criteria stipulated. If students have the grades to take specific subjects but have a grade 3 in English or Mathematics or both, resit classes will be available. Students can take a combination of A Level and other level 3 courses (e.g. BTEC) if they so wish. For students who have studied BTEC along with GCSEs, a Merit or Distinction is required to progress on to A Level courses, unless otherwise stated in this prospectus. Students will be expected to have a proven track record of a positive engagement for learning and a good record of attendance at Key Stage 4. Students are required to study a minimum of 3 subjects at Advanced Level in Year 12. Most students will continue with 3 subjects in Year 13 to achieve the full A Level qualification To move from Year 12 to Year 13 in any subject a student will require: A minimum of a grade D at AS level or at Pre Public Examination or a Pass in coursework. A good level of attendance during Year 12 For admission to the Progression Route, students are expected to achieve at least 4 D/3 grades at GCSE. Students on this learning pathway will retake core qualifications in English and Mathematics and follow a full programme of Level 2 qualifications along with some work experience and enrichment activities. Students may choose this pathway if they are unsure about their future career intentions or prospects and would benefit from another year of supported study.

5 Courses and Requirements A Level Courses Biology (GCSE Science BB) Business Studies (GCSE 4+ in English & Maths & Grade C in a Humanities/ Social Science subject) Chemistry (GCSE Science A in chemistry. AB in double science & 5+ GCSE maths) Computer Science (Grade B at GCSE) Core Mathematics (course equivalent to an AS level) (Grade 5 GCSE Maths) Dance (GCSE B or BTEC Distinction) Economics (GCSE Maths grade 5) English Language (GCSE grade 6) English Literature (GCSE grade 6) Film Studies (GCSE grade 5, English Higher) French (GCSE grade B) Further Mathematics (Double option counts as 2 choices) (GCSE grade 7) Geography (Grade B in GCSE and grade 5 or above in GCSE English & Maths ) Government and Politics (GCSE English grade 4) History (Grade B at GCSE and grade 6 in GCSE English and 4+ in Maths) Mathematics (GCSE grade 6) Media Studies (GCSE grade 5, English Higher) Music (GCSE C or grade 5 in an instrument) Music Technology (GCSE music or interview/audition) Physical Education (GCSE grade B) Physics (GCSE double award BB separate science Physics grade B) Product Design (GCSE grade B) Psychology (5 in GCSE English Lang/Lit, 4 in Maths and grade C in Science) Sociology (5 in GCSE English Lang/Lit and C in Science) Spanish (GCSE B) Theatre Studies (GCSE English Language grade 5, Grade C GCSE Drama or BTEC Distinction) Please be aware that some courses may not run in Year 12 if numbers interested are very low. However the courses listed have been evolved to minimise the prospect of this occurring. Other Level 3 Courses BTEC Performing Arts Diploma (Audition) BTEC Applied Science (Double award CC or C s in separate sciences) Cambridge Technicals Art & Design (GCSE B) Cambridge Technicals Health & Social Care (GCSE English grade 4+) Cambridge Technicals Information Technology (Grade C at GCSE) Cambridge Technicals Sport (equivalent to 1, 2 or 3 A Levels) (Evidence of ability and commitment to sport) Sport (Subsidiary Diploma) Single option 1 choice Sport (Diploma) Double option 2 choices Sport (Extended Diploma) Triple option 3 choices WJEC Food and Nutrition (GCSE grade B) Additional Courses/Programmes Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) The Duke of Edinburgh s Award Young Enterprise. How to choose your courses Choose subjects that you enjoy and play to your strengths! Look at university websites to check what course requirements there are for specific degrees. There are certain A Level subjects that are considered to be keystones, that is they open up the possibility of entry to a wide range of academic courses, especially those at prestigious universities such as Oxford, Cambridge and other Russell Group universities. These subjects are Biology, Chemistry, English Literature, Geography, History, Languages, Mathematics and Further Mathematics and Physics. If you are unsure what you want to study at university these subjects will keep your options open. 03 THE COURSES

6 Our successful Performing Arts Faculty inspires students to achieve their potential in the arts. The teaching skills of our staff, along with small class sizes, ensure each student has every opportunity of realising their aspirations. Our students gain impressive results with many moving on to further their education at top performing arts schools such as Laine Theatre Arts, Bird College, LAMDA, RADA, LIPA, Royal Central, Laban, Tring Park and many more. My time at the college was challenging, but enjoyable and staff are so easy to talk to. The College Productions have to be my highlights over the 2 years, with everyone working together to create such amazing shows. The Performing Arts Department and staff are incredible, I would not have been able to achieve such high results without their help. Alice Lee now studying BA Musical Theatre at Bird College Little Shop of Horrors Annual Musical, March 2016 Leicestershire Post 16 Bursary Information If you need financial support to help you stay in education after the age of 16 you can apply to us for the Post 16 Bursary Fund. The Post 16 Bursary is targetted towards those young people considered most in need of financial support. The Government has identified a priority group of young people and has asked that schools and colleges give priority to this group first and offer them a Guaranteed Bursary. After this group has been considered the college has a limited amount of funding available for other young people in need of financial support. The college has set eligibility criteria to ensure that the funds go to those who are seen to need it most. Any young person who meets these eligibility criteria can apply for a Discretionary Bursary. These funds can support 04 MEETING YOUR NEEDS students with the costs of transport, food, books, educational visits or other course materials or equipment required. For further information about the Post 16 Bursary, please contact Mrs Plowright at Wigston College.

7 I studied A Level Health and Social Care, BTEC Art and BTEC ICT. I really enjoyed my time at Wigston College. I strongly feel that the college has enabled me to gain qualifications and achieve my goals. Teachers are very friendly and always there to help, support and guide you in the right direction. I am sad to leave. Nicole Dickinson Apprenticeship in Education Admissions tutors and employers are always looking for students who have more to offer than good academic qualifications. The Enrichment Programme allows students to gain the necessary skills to be successful in the world of work and to make them more attractive to prospective employers. All students will be expected to follow activities which are non- qualification hours and form part of their individual programme of study. We provide extensive advice, support and guidance to students. We have high aspirations and want them to achieve their best. The Sixth Form team monitor and track student performance and well-being, intervening to offer support whenever required. 05 ENRICHMENT Careers Guidance All students are supported as they make important decisions about their future beyond A Levels. Professionally qualified staff can advise about Higher Education and employment opportunities, and representatives from external agencies visit the college to provide further impartial advice and guidance. In addition, the Life Skills programme covers the range of options open to students at 18+ and is delivered in collaboration with local employers and universities. Each year about 75% of Year 13 students go off to universities including those in the Russell Group. We have a tradition of our most highly achieving students successfully progressing to Oxbridge, and to prestigious medicine, veterinary and law degrees. Students are guided through the university application process as smoothly and early as possible, with particular assistance given to the writing of the personal statement. Students seeking employment after A Level attend Life Skills classes with a particular focus on developing job search skills. Students contribute to the college and community in a wide variety of ways: Supporting KS4 students in lessons Mentoring Year 10/11 students Supporting in the Learning Resource Centre Doing The Duke of Edinburgh s Award They could also be: Literacy Leaders in local Primary Schools College Ambassadors at events Young Enterprise members Wigston College is a place which prides itself on its students. We are constantly encouraged to do our best and achieve our full potential. Not only are we given the academic ability, but also fundamental skills for our next stage in life. Joe Chamberlain, Head Boy Reading Engineering at University of Birmingham

8 Attendance Policy Students are expected to aim to achieve 100% attendance and be punctual for all their lessons. However, in some circumstances students may not be able to avoid being absent. Therefore it is expected that parents/ carers notify the college of any absence as soon as possible in line with the college s attendance policy. Unauthorised absence will be followed up on a daily basis. Absences considered acceptable and authorised are: Medical (supported by appointment letter) Attendance at a funeral of immediate family Career related interview Driving test Absences considered unacceptable and therefore unauthorised are: Social event/ birthday celebration or similar Term time holidays Babysitting younger siblings Part-time work which is not part of the student s programme of learning It is vitally important that holidays are not taken in term time. Dress Code To reflect a modern working environment there is a dress code for all students. We believe that high standards of personal appearance equate to high standards in all other matters. Males: Shirts with a collar or polo shirt of student s choice, a tie is optional. Smart trousers (no denim) Shoes which can be polished or suede. Plain black trainers or canvas shoes are acceptable. Hoodies are not acceptable whereas plain V-neck or round neck jumpers, cardigans or sweatshirts are acceptable Females: A blouse, top or smart polo shirt that covers the shoulders can be worn. (no slogan t-shirts or crop tops). This can be worn with trousers (no denim), a reasonable length skirt or dress. (no denim). Shoes which can be polished or suede. Plain black trainers or canvas shoes are acceptable. Hoodies are not acceptable whereas plain V-neck or round neck jumpers, cardigans or sweatshirts are acceptable. Sports Students: Sports students are allowed to wear the official college sportswear as their dress code. Applications can be made via UCAS Progress. These must be received by 31st January 2018 in order to guarantee an interview. For students at Wigston Academy, please complete an application form which will be made available in the Autumn Term. Your application must be received by 31st January 2018 and will be followed by an interview in February Conditional places will be offered to successful applicants in writing and you will then receive an invitation to our Induction 3rd & 4th July APPLYING The college has provided me with many opportunities from Duke of Edinburgh to Sixth Form Management committees.. This combined with camaraderie and the community feel of the college has provided me with a unique environment to work in and achieve outstanding grades. Luka Zelenovic, Reading Chemical Engineering at University of Nottingham

9 All college policies can be found on our website at org The details in this publication are correct at the time of printing Part of Wigston Academies Trust - Registered Address: Station Road, Wigston, Leicestershire. LE18 2DU. Telephone: Wigston Academies Trust is a charitablecompany limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales. Company Registration No: Wigston College, Station Road, Wigston, Leicester LE18 2DS Tel: Web: admin@wigstoncollege.org