The RedhillAcademy Specialising in the Performing Arts and Science
The RedhillAcademy New Opportunities Specialising in the Performing Arts and Science Welcome to The Redhill Academy Post-16 prospectus. We believe that every student deserves the very best education possible and our Post-16 provision will build on the excellent foundations already achieved at GCSE. The Redhill Academy was inspected by Ofsted earlier this year. We are extremely pleased and proud to have been awarded outstanding for the second time in a row. We pride ourselves on our warm and friendly atmosphere which, I believe, is a reflection of the excellent relationships that exist between students and staff here. Our specialisms in Performing Arts and Science are just two of the many areas in which we excel. We offer a broad and balanced range of exciting courses which are designed to challenge and stimulate learning for all students, from academic A Levels to vocational Level 2 and 3 courses. Our Post-16 Centre has been designed to enable students to benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, and coupled with the Learning Resource Centre, allows students to harness 21st century technology to support their learning. A welcome from the Sixth Form team We are extremely proud of our Sixth Form. We have high academic standards, excellent teaching and very high expectations of all our students. The Sixth Form team consists of a Head of Sixth Form, Deputy Head of Sixth Form and a Sixth Form Administrator. Our job is to ensure that you leave Redhill reaching your full potential. You will also receive outstanding teaching and guidance, which will include your own dedicated Sixth Form Tutor. You will be closely monitored and supported to enable you to not only achieve excellent results, but to also grow into a person who will successfully take their place in society. The Redhill Academy Sixth Form is also driven by a desire to see students aim high in life and, as such, actively encourages students to apply to university or advanced apprenticeship. We encourage all our Sixth Form students to become involved in the wider life of the school. We offer opportunities for students to become Senior Leaders, as well as mentors, fundraisers and Subject Ambassadors, all of which helps to produce well-rounded individuals ready to take on the world. If you require any further information, or would like a tour of the Sixth Form, please do not hesitate to contact us via the Sixth Form office. We look forward to meeting you all. Helen Morris. Head of Sixth Form Alice Priestley. Deputy Head of Sixth Form We are proud of our students academic and personal successes, and aim to support and encourage all students as they strive to achieve the very best they can and to progress to university, further training or employment. As the most senior of The Redhill Academy s students, you will be leaders displaying principles of care, tolerance, respect, discipline and hard work. You will be responsible for your own learning with the support of your tutor and subject teachers. Redhill Academy Post-16 study will be exciting and challenging, and we look forward to celebrating success with you. Please take the time to read this prospectus. We hope what you find will fill you with enthusiasm and we look forward to welcoming you into Redhill Academy Post-16 study. Andrew Burns, Executive Principal A message from our Head Boy and Head Girl Receiving the news that we had been selected for the roles of Head Boy and Girl made us feel extremely honoured and proud. This new, exciting and challenging role has allowed us to grow as people, have a voice within Sixth Form and promote The Academy s ethos within the local community. Every student in The Redhill Academy Sixth Form is treated as an individual and as a result of the support given we have the confidence and drive to achieve our ambitions. We hope that you will have the same positive experiences and grab every opportunity that is given to you in the way that we have. Harry Martin and Beth Evans.
Facilities Post-16 students at Redhill are housed in a separate building specifically designed for Post-16 study. It boasts modern teaching spaces to help support teaching and learning, as well as a Study Room complete with an IT suite to encourage meaningful study. This resource is further enhanced by Redhill s Learning Resource Centre which also has computer and printing facilities, research opportunities, career journals and higher education information. All of this serves to ensure that Post-16 students are offered every opportunity to develop their independent learning skills. Post-16 students also have access to the main school buildings, including a dedicated area in the newly refurbished dining hall. Facilities such as Dance and Drama studios, Music rooms, Science laboratories and specialist IT suites also serve to enhance Key Stage 5 teaching here at The Redhill Academy. Much of the sixth form teaching seen here during the inspection was outstanding. Consequently, sixth formers are making excellent progress Support for Studies The Post-16 Centre has a culture of independence, learning and success, and provides a wide range of opportunities for students to flourish as individuals. Every student will be supported and encouraged to aim high, enjoy new experiences and achieve their full potential. Our student support system for Post-16 study is led by an experienced Head of Sixth Form and Deputy Head of Sixth Form, who will ensure that students receive one-to-one advice and support throughout their time in Post-16 study. We aim to help all students to adjust to the new working methods of Post-16 study in a caring environment underpinned by a culture of hard work and commitment. We will develop strong partnerships with all of our students, ensuring that we give regular careers guidance, financial advice and specific UCAS application guidance and support, working together to monitor progress and achieve excellence. Ofsted 2013 The learning environment at Sixth Form is great Tom Dudley, Post-16 Student
Beyond the classroom Redhill offers a wide-ranging Post-16 Enrichment Programme. You will have the chance to further develop skills that will ensure you leave Redhill as an active citizen. There will be opportunities for you to choose from a range of extra qualifications and activities such as: The Post-16 Curriculum We offer a diverse range of learning experiences, designed to equip our students with the qualifications, skills and confidence to progress successfully to university, further training or employment. Students are encouraged to work hard and become actively involved in Post-16 life. A Level General Studies AS Level Critical Thinking A Level Further Maths Extended Project Qualification Dance Young Enterprise Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award Community Sports Leadership Award Cooking for Students Supporting younger students in class Languages for Business Becoming Senior Students and taking on leadership roles within school There are two main pathways for students to follow at Post-16 Pathway A: Designed for students who achieve at least 5 A*-C grades (with a preference for at least a B grade in chosen subjects) You should choose three or four subjects to study at A Level, with the additional possibility of studying General Studies, Critical Thinking, Further Maths or the Extended Project Qualification. The most likely destination for Pathway A students is university entrance, followed by professional employment. Pathway B: Designed for students who achieve 5 C grades / BTEC Level 2 Pass or above You should consider studying Level 3 vocational courses with the possibility of one or two A Levels (dependent on grades). Options need to be carefully discussed with staff. Some Pathway B students will enter employment, further education or some will consider university entrance. I am still learning Michelangelo There is no limit to the opportunities offered at Redhill. I have had all the support that was possible in every step of my Oxford application Lydia Coxon, Post-16 Student
Courses available A Level courses Below is a list of subjects offered at The Redhill Academy (subject to student numbers) Applied ICT Art Biology Chemistry Dance Drama and Theatre Studies Business Studies English Language English Literature French Further Mathematics Geography German Government and Politics History Mathematics Media Studies Music Performance Studies Photography Physics Product Design: Resistant Materials Product Design: Textiles Psychology Philosophy and Ethics Sport and Physical Education Sociology Use of Maths GCSE re-sits Resit courses are offered in: GCSE English GCSE Mathematics All students who do not achieve at least a grade C in either of these subjects by the end of year 11 are required by law to retake them in Year 12 and, if necessary, Year 13. As such re-sit classes will form part of the enrichment programme offered to students when they enter the Sixth Form if required. Level 3 vocational courses Below is a list of Level 3 courses offered at The Redhill Academy. All are single-weighted with the exception of BTEC Sport which is a double option. As with A Levels, the provision of these courses is subject to student numbers and could change as a result. BTEC Level 3 Forensic Science BTEC Level 3 Health & Social Care BTEC Level 3 Sport (double option) BTEC Level 3 Hospitality The teachers in the Sixth Form make you feel comfortable when you learn Katie Milano, Post-16 Student
Reasons to choose Redhill Outstanding School status, Ofsted 2013 Challenging and exciting courses Proven track record of academic and personal success Familiar surroundings with dedicated Post-16 teaching spaces State of the art facilities Individual guidance towards university, further training or employment Dynamic student life New opportunities Innovative Enrichment Programme Specialisms in Performing Arts and Science and Teaching School Status Continuity with excellent teaching staff Freedom and responsibility to learn independently Sixth Form allows you to mature as an adult Laura Bradshaw, Post-16 Student I joined Redhill Sixth Form from another school; the atmosphere is very warm and friendly Reece Wooley, Post-16 Student Contact details Further details and an application form are available from: The Redhill Academy, Redhill Road, Arnold, Nottingham NG5 8GX Tel: 0115 9261481 Alternatively please visit the Sixth Form webpage on the Redhill Academy website for further information. Sixth Form encourages you to aim high Josh Bridgett, Post-16 Student
The RedhillAcademy Specialising in the Performing Arts and Science REDHILL ACADEMY TRUST Exsisto Optimus Redhill Road, Arnold Nottingham NG5 8GX tel: 0115 926 1481 fax: 0115 967 6922 e-mail: sixthformadmin@theredhillacademy.org.uk website: www.theredhillacademy.org.uk