ST PAUL S CATHOLIC COLLEGE SIXTH FORM PROSPECTUS

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1 ST PAUL S CATHOLIC COLLEGE SIXTH FORM PROSPECTUS

2 Welcome to St Paul's Catholic College It gives us great pleasure to introduce you to our Sixth Form at St Paul s Catholic College. St Paul s has a reputation built on success and on every person achieving their potential. Every student is given outstanding opportunities to learn and develop personally in the Sixth Form. We consistently achieve results in the top 10% of schools nationally at A level. If you are already with us at St Paul s, it is important to realise that life in the Sixth Form is not just 'more of the same'. Sixth Form life is very different and this includes key privileges, responsibilities and opportunities to learn in a different way. If you are joining us from another school you will find that every year many new students thrive here in the sixth form as part of our community. We invite you to visit us on our Open Evening to experience St Paul s for yourself. Mr Rob Carter Headteacher

3 Our mission is to provide an innovative, inspirational and Christian education which challenges, nurtures and informs our students to enable them to take their place in a changing world.

4 WHY CHOOSE US? Fulfil your potential St Paul's is an Ofsted outstanding school and Sixth Form consistently achieving exam results in the top 10% of schools nationally. This is matched by exceptional modern and innovative facilities. We pride ourselves on the high quality relationships that are forged between students and staff; where you are seen as an individual. Our aim is for you to fulfil your academic and personal potential. We strive for excellence in learning and teaching, offer exceptional leadership opportunities and provide a supportive and nurturing environment where you can be happy and successful. C CORINTH 1 Taking your pastoral and spiritual development seriously will prepare you for the next stage of life, whether it be at University or in the workplace.

5 We are proud of the modern, vibrant teaching facilities and the dynamic, highly qualified teaching staff at St Paul's. We constantly strive to be at the forefront of educational development, providing a learning environment and support which will guarantee you success. LEARNING Courses designed to suit you We offer a range of qualifications to suit you: Level 3 Courses AS/A2 - a wide range of subjects are offered at AS and A2 level. Most students take 4 AS courses and follow three of these to A2. BTEC National - BTEC National gives you a qualification equivalent to an AS/A2 level in a particular related field. Level 2 Courses BTEC First Diploma - this is a one year qualification that is aimed at students who have not gained 5 A*-C or equivalent at GCSE. D DAMASCUS 2

6 OUR COURSES AS/A2 Art & Design Biology Business Studies Chemistry Computing Design & Technology (Product Design) Economics English Language English Literature Film Studies French Further Mathematics Geography German Government & Politics History Law Mathematics Media Studies Music Music Technology Philosophy & Ethics Photography Physical Education Physics Psychology Sociology Spanish Theatre Studies L LYSTRA BTEC Applied Business (Level 3) Applied Science (Level 3) Health & Social Care Film & Television Production (Level 3) Performing Arts Sport (Level 2) Sport (Level 3) 3 Please visit for detailed course information and entry requirements to each course.

7 Take control of your own learning We provide excellent opportunities for research and study. You will have independent study periods built into your timetable and can study off-site during these times. You will have greater independence and take responsibility for your own learning. SUPPORT Careers, personal and spiritual development This compulsory element of our curriculum will encourage you to develop skills in independent learning, consider issues facing the modern world, prepare applications and interview skills for university or work, and explore your own faith. You will nurture skills such as constructing and deconstructing opinions, empathy, creativity and presentational delivery. Academic mentors Your tutor and academic mentor will meet with you regularly. They will support you during your time at St Paul's and will encourage you to take part in Sixth Form life. Your mentor will advise you on your future plans and encourage you to exceed your target grades and fulfil your potential. V VALLETTA 4

8 OPPORTUNITIES R ROME Enriching experiences beyond the classroom Your studies at St Paul's will be demanding. However, life will not only be about lessons, lectures, workshops and tutorials. Enrichment afternoons On Wednesday afternoons, we encourage you to get involved in activities such as volunteering, sports, drama, music, Duke of Edinburgh or work experience. Trips & visits Many departments organise trips to complement your studies. These could include day trips, residential visits and international trips to destinations such as Barcelona, New York, Los Angeles and Paris. Volunteering Year 12 students will gain at least 10 hours volunteering during their first year to develop their confidence and show care towards for others. Work experience We will help you explore careers for the future and provide experiences to help inform your decisions. Year 12 students complete a week's work experience near the end of the year. Sixth Form committee Our Sixth Form committee take on leadership roles and represent the interests of our students. The Sixth Form committee organise events including Freshers and the prom. 5

9 The most impressive thing about St Paul s is its atmosphere: you are struck by something indefinable which, coupled with its ethos, makes it a unique caring place where all can flourish. - Ofsted report (parent quote) 6

10 As an outstanding Catholic school, we are committed to raising the standard of education not just for our own students but for all students. St Paul s has been chosen out of only 350 schools to be a National Teaching School. St Paul's leads the Inspire teaching school alliance; a strong working partnership of schools who work collaboratively to raise the standard of education across institutions. The Inspire teaching school alliance provides school-led teacher training, develops school leaders and raises achievement in education. If you would like more information about training to teach in an outstanding school, please visit traintoteach.inspiretsa.co.uk 7

11 GET IN TOUCH St Paul s Catholic College Jane Murray Way Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 8GA stpaulscatholiccollege.co.uk Sixth Form stpaulssixthform.co.uk Inspire Teaching Alliance inspiretsa.co.uk 8

12 Discover much more online at stpaulscatholiccollege.co.uk