PONTYPRIDD SIXTH FORM PROSPECTUS Choice Opportunity Success CONTENT
Page 3 Welcome to Pontypridd Sixth Form
Page 4 Admissions Calendar
Page 6 Why Study with Us?
Page 6 Entry Requirements
Page 8 Choosing the Right Course at A/S Level
Page 9 The ‘Welsh Bacc’
Page 10 What can You Expect from Us?
Page 12 Wellbeing and Support
Page 12 Academic Guidance and Support
Page 13 Learning and Study Support
Page 15 Working with USW
Page 16 The Pontypridd Sixth Form Enrichment Programme
Page 17 Extension Programmes
Page 18 Oxbridge Universit Destinations
Pages 19 University Destinations
Page 20 Extra Curricular
Page 21 Sport at the Pontypridd Sixth Form
Page 23 Your Future
Page 24 Contact Details
Page 2 Choice Opportunity Success WELCOME TO Working with: PONTYPRIDD SIXTH FORM
The Pontypridd Sixth Form is a well established access to ICT and the use of remote technology. secondary school consortium provision between two schools, Hawthorn High and We o er an exciting opportunity for you to embark Pontypridd High. Both schools are located close on the next stage of your education. This takes to Pontypridd and as such we serve the place in a caring and supportive environment students and the families of this area within which enables you to gain the quali cations you Rhondda Cynon Ta . By working together we need to enter higher education or employment can deliver a broad curriculum o er and and the opportunity to participate in a wide range provide the best care, support and guidance of enrichment activities such as Sport, Drama, our students expect. We have also developed a Music, Young Enterprise, the Student Council and strong working relationship with the University the Duke of Edinburgh Award. of South Wales which provides the opportunity for our students to experience life beyond the Our team of dedicated teaching and support sta traditional school setting, improving skills and are here to support and guide you, helping you to understanding so that the transition to Higher learn to take responsibility for your own learning education is a successful one. and enjoy your courses. The Pontypridd Sixth Form regularly gains one of the highest A Level points Our provision is based in 2 locations – Hawthorn score per entry. This is more than a place to gain High School and Pontypridd High. All our courses quali cations. It is a bridge between school and are delivered in purpose-built accommodation higher education or employment where you will including specialist classrooms, laboratories and a enjoy developing skills, making new friends and range of other facilities that include a performing taking responsibility as a member of a caring and arts suite, media and editing suite, photography, vibrant community. sports hall, tness centre and swimming pool. In addition there are designated areas for Sixth Form We look forward to working with you. study and social spaces. In all cases there is good
Choice Opportunity Success Page 3 ADMISSIONS CALENDAR
Any student that would like to attend the USW will support the induction programme by Pontypridd Sixth Form is warmly invited to o ering opportunities to visit a University Campus attend the open evening which will be held at and host a series of workshops to develop learner the University of South Wales campus, aspirations and con dence in readiness for 6TH Treforest. Form engagement. This will be the time to learn about the expectations of being a sixth form Open Evening student, the likely challenges ahead and the fantastic opportunities that will reward all the hard Wednesday, December 5th 2018 (5.00pm - work and commitment. 7.30pm) at University of South Wales campus, Treforest. Results - GCSE results are published on Thursday, August 22nd 2019. Interviews Induction – Part 2 in September 2019 -Following All students who apply to the Sixth Form will be successful completion of your GCSEs, the second interviewed. These are usually held in partner part of the induction will take place. This will schools in March, April and May. The main aim is to introduce more speci c elements of your studies ensure that the subject choices made are such as the Welsh Baccalaureate and also provide appropriate and that they meet the aspirations of time for you to visit the di erent facilities on o er our students. at the University.
Page 4 Choice Opportunity Success Choice Opportunity Success Page 5 WHY STUDY ENTRY WITH US? REQUIREMENTS
We o er you a Sixth Form experience, which is To join the Pontypridd Sixth Form, students are challenging, varied, interesting and rewarding. expected to have achieved; A Level results are above the averages achieved in RCT schools and across Wales – the latest - 5 good GCSE (or equivalent) passes at grade C or information can be seen on our school websites better or the Welsh Government ‘My Local School’ site. - To have passed GCSE English and Maths at grade C or better Many of our sixth formers have been with us since Year 7 but we welcome students from other Students who narrowly miss achieving these schools in the area who quickly settle in and grades will be considered on an individual basis become valued members of the sixth form and entry into the Sixth Form will be at the community. discretion of either school. Students can decide whether they study 3 or 4 A/S Levels in Year 12. All In our sixth form you will have the opportunity to students will study the Welsh Baccalaureate further your studies in the subjects, which interest Quali cation. you the most. Whether you intend going to university after Sixth Form or entering the world of A/S exams are completed by the end of Year 12 work, achieving good AS and A level quali cations and are valuable quali cations in their own right. will improve your chances of moving on Most of the work that contributes to the WBQ will successfully. also be completed in Year 12. It is a minimum requirement that students continue studying two We trust that this prospectus will help you to A Levels in Year 13 in addition to the WBQ. Most decide that Pontypridd Sixth Form is the right will study three A Levels and in agreed circum- choice for you. We cannot include every detail but stances four may be the case. if there is anything that it does not cover then please do not hesitate to contact sta at either The transition from GCSE to AS Level is extremely Hawthorn High School or Pontypridd High School. challenging and you will be encouraged to take responsibility for your own learning. Students Contact details can be found on page 24. should spend a signi cant amount of their non-contact time studying independently.
Page 6 Choice Opportunity Success Choice Opportunity Success Page 7 a subject requires a great deal of reading and essay writing or if it is more concerned with problem CHOOSING solving or involves practical skills. • Are you more successful in exams or Controlled Assessments? Some A Levels include a coursework element and others are exam only. This fact should THE also inform your decision.
• Do the subjects you choose meet the RIGHT requirements needed for the university course or career that you have in mind? Use the UCAS website to research possible courses. COURSE A featureENTRY of the Sixth Form is the close consultation between the individual student and the sta support team which will decide the best AT A/S LEVEL combination of courses for the student during YearsREQUIREMENTS 12 and 13. This process begins in Year 11 and includes both an interview and various discussions based around career aspirations and examination results. When choosing your subjects, the following factors should be taken into consideration: When you make your initial application to the Sixth Form we ask that you choose four subjects. • How interested are you in the subject ? This is There is a three week window during September very important as you will be spending up to two when you may change a subject. After that it is years studying the subject in depth. only possible to drop a subject but you will need to be taking at least three A/S Levels throughout • How good are you in the subject? For all subjects, Year 12. we expect you to have achieved at least grade C at GCSE in that subject (or a related subject). We do our very best to accommodate all students’ preferred subject choices but there may be times • Does the type of study suit your particularing when this is not possible. learning style? For example you need to nd out if learning
Comparison of A Level Results
Indicator PSF RCT
L3 Threshold (minimum of 2 passes at A* to E) 97% 96%
3 Passes or more at Grades A* and A 11% 10%
3 Passes or more at Grades A*-C 56% 55%
Wider Points Score Per Pupil 785 677
Welsh Baccalaureate Quali cation A*-C 98% 81%
As you can note, we are very successful in achieving A-Level results that are consistently above Local Authority sixth form averages for all indicators of outcomes.
Page 8 Choice Opportunity Success THE ‘WELSH BACC’
The Welsh Baccalaureate Quali cation is Students become better prepared for further and nationally approved and all students in the higher education, as well as employment. A Welsh Sixth Form will need to study the ‘Welsh Bacc’ Baccalaureate Quali cation is also proof that a to Advanced Level. The WBQ will provide student has developed key skills considered experiences which will enable learners to be important by employers and universities. better prepared for their future destination, whether it be university, further training or The new Welsh Baccalaureate is graded A* to E employment. and is based on a Skills Challenge Certi cate and Supporting Quali cations. The Skills Challenge By adding personal development skills to Certi cate consists of four components which are vocational quali cations or academic study, the followed by all learners: Individual Project, Welsh Baccalaureate helps young people achieve Enterprise and Employability Challenge, Global more. It makes them better equipped for the world Citizenship Challenge and Community Challenge. of work, better informed and more active citizens. 98% of pupils achieved an A*-C in the Welsh It allows for more exibility in their studies, Baccalaureate last year with 20% achieving an A* whatever mix of courses they are following. or A grade.
Choice Opportunity Success Page 9 WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM US?
You will be given a copy of the Pontypridd Sixth • seek help when you need it and take advantage Form Student Agreement, which explains what of the support o ered. you might expect to gain and what we expect from you in return. • co-operate with sta and maintain socially acceptable standards of behaviour We aim to provide an environment in which you can best achieve your personal goals. At all stages • help to make the Pontypridd Sixth Form a safe you may expect full consideration to be given to and pleasant place for all. your personal circumstances. Sixth Form Uniform We hope and expect that you will, in turn, behave responsibly and thoughtfully, and make your own At present there is a consultation process that will contribution to the well-being of the Pontypridd determine what is expected in September 2017. At Sixth Form and the standing it has in the wider present, sixth formers have a dress code rather community. than a uniform.
• including enrichment activities and Examinations appointments with personal tutors. No charge is made for examination entries in • account clearly for any absences or lateness subjects that you are following unless you fail to when challenged achieve certain minimum standards of work and / or attendance is unsatisfactory. If you wish to sit an • complete all work by agreed deadlines and to the examination against the advice of your tutors, or best of your ability you wish to resit a unit, you will be charged. If you fail, without good reason, to sit an examination for • take responsibility for your learning and which we have paid the fees, you will be required participate actively in all learning activities to reimburse those fees.
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WELLBEING AND SUPPORT
We take the well-being of every student very seriously and it is our aim that everyone feels fairly treated and safe whilst in our Sixth Form. ACADEMIC You will be supported by specialist and experienced sta throughout your time with us; from initial course choices through to university GUIDANCE applications and advice about any employment opportunities.
On entry to the Sixth Form you will be allocated a AND SUPPORT Personal Tutor who will be responsible for monitoring your academic progress and welfare as well as providing you with an excellent source of support throughout your time with us. The personal tutors are managed by a Head of Sixth All students will have to sit interim internal / Form in each School and their role includes; external examinations. These examinations serve a number of purposes. First, and • Providing mentoring as well as personalised foremost, they provide the opportunity for pastoral support students to consolidate and assess their understanding of the work covered up to that • Tracking and monitoring of progress with termly date. Secondly, they are a formal objective progress reports assessment of students' progress which can be conveyed to both parents and prospective • Counselling, careers and mentoring services to universities and colleges or employers in provide advice and help with the challenges of references. sixth form study If there is cause for serious concern over standards • Help and guidance throughout your time with us of academic progress, the student and parents will and help you with the UCAS process be invited to a meeting where progress and outcomes can be discussed. Parents who wish to see a personal tutor or the Head of Sixth Form may arrange an interview Sixth form will receive interim reports and key through the School O ce. As well as informal progress checks throughout the year. These guidance and counselling, personal tutors liaise provide detailed feedback on a student’s progress. with outside agencies where necessary to provide Parents’ evenings for both Year 12 and Year 13 are bespoke care for individual students as necessary. held annually.
Page 12 Choice Opportunity Success LEARNING AND STUDY SUPPORT
Students joining any Sixth Form often nd the Our dedicated and highly quali ed team of sta transition from GCSE to A Level or BTEC courses o ers services and support for students with di cult to cope with. The increase in workload speci c learning di culties, disabilities and and expectations of students to do a long-term conditions. They will assess students considerable amount of independent learning and arrange appropriate examination access can be a challenge. Within the Pontypridd Sixth arrangements and support to enable students to Form you will have access to personal tutors achieve their individual learning goals. Typical who are available to assist you on a one-to-one access arrangements can include: basis or in small groups. This may take the form of assistance with time-management skills, • extra time organisational skills, research and essay • word processing writing, revision techniques and exam • a reader/computer reader preparation. • a scribe • coloured paper As an inclusive Sixth Form we welcome students who may have di erent learning needs. We can Study Support o er additional support and assistance to those students who need it to enable them to overcome All students will have access to computers in medical or learning di culties. Students are dedicated computer rooms and also spread strongly encouraged to ask for advice and help if throughout the departments. All computers have they feel they need it at any stage of their Sixth Windows software and Microsoft O ce installed Form studies. and a broadband connection for internet access which provides outstanding access speed from all Students who were eligible for access networked computers. You will have your own arrangements (for example; extra time in exams, access account which includes an e-mail facility. use of a laptop) for their GCSEs may still be able to use these arrangements in the sixth form. We will Additional facilities include black and white and work with you to ensure you receive all the support colour printers, scanners and copiers, laminating you need and through the transition to your next and binding facilities and pupil services shop, phase of education, training or employment. which stocks a wide range of stationery.
Choice Opportunity Success Page 13 Page 14 Choice Opportunity Success WORKING WITH USW
We are very pleased to be working so closely • Access to a programme of activities, talks and with the University of South Wales. events at the University of South Wales, which will Geographically, Hawthorn High, Pontypridd give students an insight into Higher Education High and the University are located within the town area of Pontypridd and as such it is a We acknowledge that a future university natural link that we should be providing to our application may not be appropriate for all of our students. students. Some may seek employment after studying A Levels but most will look to go through There are many bene ts to gain which include; the UCAS process and move into Higher Education. • An increasing awareness of the demands and attractions of a future in Higher Education USW is a popular choice for our students and rightly so but through gaining this experience of a • Support throughout the University application university provision through Year 12 and 13 it process allows our students to gain the con dence to make applications to di erent universities and • An induction program that links the challenge of locations in the UK and further a eld. A Levels to a future in Higher Education
Choice Opportunity Success Page 15 • The majority of the enrichment programme will be delivered at USW / First Campus.
• The programmes will provide opportunity to work with di erent groups of students and to cover THE aspects of the WBQ.
• Students will be able to access additional PONTYPRIDD experiences which both support and extend their knowledge and understanding of chosen subjects and career aspirations.
SIXTH FORM • Work experience will enable all students to spend time in a placement which will assist with future ENRICHMENT applications to university and / or employment. To achieve this our enrichment program covers 3 main areas;
PROGRAMME 1. Sixth Form Induction through First Campus and USW
Our induction is spread over 5 days, beginning after the GCSE exams in Year 11 and then at the start of Year 12 with opportunity to learn about the challenges of studying A Level and to become more aware of life and choices on the USW campus.
2. UCAS University Application Support
This is a key programme throughout Year 12 and Through a working relationship with the 13. Our aim is to make sure everyone understands University of South Wales and First Campus, the and completes the most informed and best South East Wales Reaching Wider partnership, application. raises the aspirations and Higher Education awareness of learners through activities and 3. Subject based Advice, Support and New workshops which take place at Higher Learning Education institutions we are able to provide a very comprehensive programme of events and These are key experiences that provide regular opportunities to broaden subject knowledge, opportunity to build subject knowledge and develop new skills and prepare the best broaden understanding so that students can really applications to secure places at university or in appreciate the di erent aspects of a subject or employment. preferred vocational path.
These di erent programmes begin at the end of Year 11 and supports each student through to the Our aim is to ensure that every student is able to successful completion of Year 13. It is intended access the advice and experiences to make sure that; that the nal application is a successful one. By working with USW we are able to bene t from • Experiences are designed to complement subject additional experiences and the level of expectation choices, career aspirations and personal skill which will be required of each student should they development. apply to Higher Education.
Page 16 Choice Opportunity Success EXTENSION PROGRAMMES
Although the Sixth Form is a comprehensive Participants in the programme who do not go on institution, it sets extremely high standards for all to Oxbridge nevertheless gain valuable of its Students. experience and most win places at Russell Group universities. Oxbridge, Russell Group Universities and the Seren Hub The programme also supports you if you are considering applying to universities in the USA, Pontypridd Sixth Form encourages and supports Ireland or Continental Europe. academically gifted students to realise their potential to win places at the highest ranked and most competitive universities. Local and International Experiences
If you are considering applying to the universities There will be di erent opportunities in the Sixth of Oxford or Cambridge or for other competitive Form to study di erent subjects in a local, national courses (including medicine, dentistry and or international context. These may be in the form veterinary science) we provide a programme of of broader educational visits and trips such as dedicated advice and support with the Seren Hub skiing in the mountains of North America or based which includes; around historical changes in western Europe. Alternatively it could include residential eld trips • Focused subject enhancement - to demonstrate where the emphasis is more on investigating your potential for academic excellence in and di erent subject based issues which support the passion for your chosen subject. completion of assessments and deepen understanding that will contribute to overall • Preparation for universities’ own subject speci c success with nal grades. or aptitude tests (an increasingly common requirement) Such subject based visits are a regular part of studies in Art, Biology, Business Studies, • Access to universities “widening participation” Geography and Physical Education. In these cases, initiatives, including residential summer schools students who have di culty attending because of and study days. nancial hardship may be supported through di erent sources of funding of which sta can • Using our close working relationship with provide advice as appropriate. Oxbridge colleges, schools liaison o cers and admissions tutors. We would also encourage students to look for experiences that can support their application to • Intensive interview preparation and presentation university and this may be through attendance at skills training summer schools or for work placements.
Choice Opportunity Success Page 17 in her family to attend university and was the rst in her school to apply to US institutions. Morgan OXBRIDGE took advantage of the MAAT provision at Hawthorn High School and attended the RCT SEREN Network. Her application for this programme was successfully supported by UNIVERSITY Hawthorn and the SEREN network.
She used her time and experience to mentor DESTINATIONS others in the Sixth Form to apply for the programme so they too could bene t from this amazing opportunity. Morgan was one of 42 students across the UK, and one of only 3 in Wales, who had been selected under the early application deadline to US universities that year.
Yale University - Morgan Cronin Oxford University - Clara Jenkins
Morgan Cronin, who has completed her A Levels at Hawthorn High School in the “I rst became interested in studying at Oxford Pontypridd Sixth Form won a place and a after I went on an educational visit there for MAAT nancial aid package to study at Yale University pupils in Year 10 at Hawthorn High School. Then, after participating in the Sutton Trust’s US when I began Sixth Form, the school o ered me Programme run in partnership with the US-UK the opportunity to participate in the RCT Seren Fulbright Commission. Network. This programme encouraged me to apply to Oxford by supporting me with the In 2016, Morgan was one of 150 students selected application process and by providing mock for a summer school in the US at either Yale interviews and test preparation. The Seren University or the Massachusetts Institute of Network also helped me decide to study Law at Technology (MIT). They competed with over 1,600 Oxford after I really enjoyed the law lectures they applicants to win a place on the programme and o ered. spent a week living on campus and visiting a number of other US universities. Hawthorn High School persuaded me to apply to the UNIQ Summer School programme which gave The students bene tted from residential activities me the chance to stay in Oxford for 2 days and and received an intensive programme of support, discover what it’s really like to study there. In delivered by the US-UK Fulbright Commission over January of this year, I was delighted to receive a number of months before and after their US visit, o cial con rmation of my o er to study Law in which covered admission tests, college choices and Oxford and following my results in August (2A* the application process. and 2A grades at A Level), I began my studies in September 2018.” Morgan was an ambitious and enthusiastic student committed to academic excellence. She is the rst Clara Jenkins
Page 18 Choice Opportunity Success UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS
We are very proud of all our students that apply daunting, but after familiarising myself with the to go to university in order to further their format of the test and what each section consisted education. This academic year 90% of our Year of I felt much more con dent. After that it was 13 students have applied for university through practice, practice, practice! I was very pleased to UCAS and many of these students have received be o ered a place to study medicine at Plymouth o ers from all of their preferred choices. University and now I need to make sure I work hard to successfully complete the course.” Students have applied for a wide range of courses both in Wales and further a eld. Law is an Tazkia Choudhury increasingly popular choice in addition to applications for courses such as Zoology, “Discovering my love for helping and supporting Astrophysics, Business Management and others has always been a passion from childhood. I Engineering. An increasing number are receiving always knew teaching was the right career choice unconditional o ers from at least one university. for me. I was invited to a attend interviews at both Some courses require students to attend an the University of South Wales and the University of interview as part of the selection process. Below are Wales Trinity Saint David and received o ers from two of our students explaining how and why they both of them. I am very much looking forward to applied for particular courses. expanding my practical and theoretical knowledge at the university I attend, leaving a “Medicine is a very competitive. It is not a course positive legacy with my school and taking that you can choose to study last minute; it requires a lot forward into a successful career in teaching. I felt of planning and extra work even before the that all the support and advice I received from application process. Before even thinking about sta eased the UCAS process by providing the writing my personal statement and applying necessary and relevant information I needed to through UCAS, I had to get the UKCAT out of the con rm my choice.” way. The UKCAT is an aptitude test that gauges common sense and skills in mental maths and Adam Jones (Head Boy) rational thinking. Preparing for the UKCAT can be
Choice Opportunity Success Page 19 commitment and tenacity to achieve it. You will be helped and guided throughout, but you will have to plan and carry out much of the work yourself before you can be invited to St James’ Palace to receive your Award from a member of the royal family. For more information about the DofE and the requirements of the Gold Award, visit www.dofe.org.
For many, the expedition is the highlight of their DofE experience. You will have prepared for this EXTRA throughout the year by attending classroom sessions and training walks before you set o as part of a team on a four day unaccompanied walk. Despite being a very demanding and, at times, CURRICULAR possibly painful experience, the pride and satisfaction of completing the expedition and the Gold Award is something you will remember for life. You will need to complete;
At a time when entry to universities and the 1. Service – this involves giving some form of workplace is becoming more and more bene cial service to the community in which you competitive, you will need more than just good live for an hour each week over a minimum of 12 grades to achieve your ambitions. months
Employers and admissions tutors are looking for 2. Skill – this involves the development of new or quali ed people with extra qualities - the existing skills or hobbies for an hour a week over non-academic achievements that show you have a 6-12 months positive attitude, are self-motivated and adaptable and have skills in problem solving, teamwork and 3. Physical – this involves participation in some communication. We encourage students to sport or other physical activity and developing become involved in activities such as mentoring, your skill, technique and knowledge for an hour a buddying, sports, school productions, conferences week over 6-12 months and visits and Sixth Form committees which organise the Year 13 prom, the year book and 4. Residential project – this involves period of 5 others… days / 4 nights away from home with no more than two friends, joining a worthwhile activity The Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award with other young people; eg an environmental project, university summer school or sailing course A Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is a great way of demonstrating that you have many di erent extra 5. Expedition – this involves two expeditions, a skills. Everyone gets di erent things out of their training expedition for 3 days / 2 nights and a nal Award because you get to choose the activities expedition for 4 days / 3 nights. This will involve you follow in most of the sections and you set the planning and undertaking 8 hours of journeying goals you want to reach. In following the DofE per day and as part of a group as well as camping program you will challenge yourself, enjoy loads of and cooking as a self-su cient group. new experiences and discover talents you never thought you had. Anyone can take part – you do Those pupils doing Direct Entry (without not need any experience or special quali cations, previously passing at Bronze or Silver) will have to just a willingness to have a go. extend the time-scales on one of the sections to 18 months and also complete two extra There are no shortcuts to gaining a Gold Award expeditions to bring them up to Gold expedition and you will have to show a great deal of personal standard.
Page 20 Choice Opportunity Success SPORT AT THE PONTYPRIDD SIXTH FORM
We encourage all Sixth Form students to lead a healthy lifestyle and take part in physical exercise and sport, whatever your ability or interest.
There are very good tness suites at both Hawthorn High and Pontypridd High which are available for student use.
Through a partnership with the Welsh Rugby Union a development o cer supports the Pontypridd Sixth Form rugby team who will compete in di erent competitions through the year.
Similarly a netball team will jointly represent both schools as part of the Pontypridd Sixth Form.
We have great sporting talent within our schools and we are able to o er the prospect of a football development squad working with Cardi City Football Club. This provision will operate alongside our A Level and BTEC sports provision if the demand from students allows it to do so.
WRU DEVELOPMENT
Choice Opportunity Success Page 21 Page 22 Choice Opportunity Success • Visiting speakers from universities, industry, the forces and gap year organisations.
• Trips to university open days.
• Mock interviews for university and job applicants.
• A post results support service in the summer for all GCSE, AS and A Level students.
All students are supported and encouraged in nurturing positive aspirations based on realistic self-appraisal and awareness of the steps and processes needed to achieve their goals. Several days are set aside during the summer term of Year 12 to prepare students for life after Sixth Form. They are guided through their UCAS applications, student nance, health and wellbeing, the world of work and other alternatives to university both by school sta and outside providers. Year 12 parents also have the opportunity to attend our UCAS Parents’ Evening in the summer term which gives them information on both the UCAS and YOUR Pontypridd Sixth Form timetable for applying to university.
The majority of our Year 13 students go on to FUTURE university each year. Last summer around 85% went on to Higher Education at universities both locally and nationally. Our students secure o ers from the top universities, as well as medical, dental and veterinary schools. Students wishing to apply Preparing for University and Careers for Oxford and Cambridge, Yale and speci cally courses like Medicine, Dentistry or Veterinary We provide students with relevant and up to date Science are given speci c support and advice on information about university entry and alternatives making the best possible application. When o ers to university. In the Spring Term of Year 12, all from universities start to come in, advice is also students attend USW to gain an overview of the available on the vital question of which o ers whole spectrum of university courses on o er. should be accepted and which declined. Students are then guided through the process of choosing a university course, drafting their Work experience and voluntary work are personal statements, preparing the application important, particularly for students applying for form and submitting the nal application through jobs and apprenticeships or vocational degrees the UCAS Apply system. such as medicine, nursing or teaching. We will support you in arranging placements. Life After Sixth Form Last but not least, we recognises the key role Our careers education and support program will parents play in helping you consider the choices cover issues relevant to all students, including you are facing. With this in mind, evening university, gap years and the expanding range of meetings are held each year to keep parents fully higher level apprenticeships which can lead to informed. In addition, parents are very welcome to degree level quali cation. This program is contact sta at any time if they would like any supplemented by a range of other services such as: further information.
Choice Opportunity Success Page 23 CONTACT
Contact details for Pontypridd Sixth Form Consortium Schools. You should contact your home school in the rst instance.
Hawthorn High School E-mail: [email protected]
School Lane Twitter: @HawthornHighSch Hawthorn Pontypridd Telephone: 01443 841228 Rhondda Cynon Ta CF37 5AL Website: www.hawthornhighschool.co.uk
Pontypridd High School E-mail: [email protected]
Albion Community Campus Twitter: @PontypriddHS Cilfynydd Pontypridd Telephone: 01443 486133 Rhondda Cynon Ta CF37 4SF Website: www.pontypriddhighschool.co.uk
University of South Wales E-mail: [email protected]
Pontypridd Campus Twitter: @UniSouthWales Lantwit Road Treforest Telephone: 03455 760101 Rhondda Cynon Ta CF37 1DL Website: www.southwales.ac.uk
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