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COURSE GUIDE 2020 CRONTON SIXTH FORM COURSE GUIDE 2020
Open Events • Wednesday 9th October 5.30pm – 7.30pm • Thursday 10th October 5.30pm – 7.30pm • Thursday 7th November 5.30pm – 7.30pm • Thursday 27th February 5.30pm – 7.30pm Hannah Bloor & Shakira Raynes Both previously from • 99.5% A Level Pass Rate 2019 Wade Deacon High School and now studying • 100% Vocational Pass Rate 2019 Law at university. • 64% Top Grades A* - B (or equivalent) • 81% High Grades A*- C (or equivalent)
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Centre of Excellence in Science, COURSE GUIDE 2020 Welcome 4 42 Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) Travel to College 6 Reasons to Choose Cronton Sixth Form 7 School of English, Humanities A Level Results 8 52 and Modern Foreign Languages Vocational Results 9 Cronton Facilities 10 • IDEA Centre Centre of Excellence in Performing Arts 60 • NEW: Cronton Playhouse Student Success 14 SIXTH FORM CRONTON Investing in Teaching Excellence 18 School of Creative Arts and Media 66 Personal and Academic Support 19 THE CRONTON EXPERIENCE 21 School of Business 72 Outstanding Activities 22 Prestigious Universities Programme 24 Prestigious Studies Programmes 26 Centre of Sporting Excellence 74 Centres of Excellence 30 Scholarships 33 International College Trips 34 Health and Social Care and Nursing 78 COURSES 37 • A Levels 38 • Vocational Courses 40 Public Services 80 How to Apply 82
See page 38 & 40 for page numbers for individual courses.
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Welcome Welcome to Cronton Sixth Form College, a Centre of Academic Excellence
Ensuring that every student reaches their full potential is at the heart of everything we do at Cronton Sixth Form. Our results and high grades are testament to the outstanding work of our students and staff.
This summer we have celebrated exceptional A Level results Our unique pastoral and academic support systems with a 99.5% pass rate and 100% Vocational pass rate with ensure that every student receives the individual care and 64% top grades A*-B (or equivalent) and 81% high grades attention they need to reach their full potential through A*-C (or equivalent). These results are significantly above one-to-one tuition and dedicated support teams. national averages, meaning the College provides some of the best education in the country. We are extremely proud of the achievements of our students and we look forward to welcoming you to the Our Centres of Excellence in STEM, Sport and Performing Arts College as a student in September. are thriving and we are building on the exciting partnerships in these areas which currently exist with Oxford, Cambridge and a range of prestigious universities, the NHS, The Royal Society, Sci-Tech Daresbury Science and Innovation Centre and many more.
We have invested in the very best teachers, who are highly qualified and experienced alongside state of the art facilities, including the Cronton Playhouse, our brand new 320 seater theatre which opened earlier this year. Mary Murphy College Principal
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During my time spent at Cronton Sixth Form College, I’ve had the pleasure of studying at a centre whose purpose is to nurture and bring out the best in people. I have encountered many life changing experiences and people that will forever shape who I am and help me to see the finer parts of myself. CRONTON SIXTH FORM CRONTON
My education has only been enhanced by the outstanding facilities offered at Cronton such as the Learning Resource Centre and a host of higher educational sessions provided to guide you not just through college but throughout life beyond.
As a student, you will be supported by amazing staff who not only seek to do their best for you but go above and beyond in any way possible for their students to ensure by the end of your time at Cronton, you are fully equipped for your desired career ahead.
My best wishes for your future time at Cronton, work hard but most of all, be confident and enjoy the journey.
Law A Business A Accounting B
Previous School: The Prescot School Destination: University of Liverpool, Law
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FREE TRAVEL TO CRONTON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE
At Cronton Sixth Form we aim to ensure your journey is a smooth one:
> We provide a FREE Halton Transport bus pass (worth up > Students can also use the FREE bus pass on a number to £540) to all of our full time students living more than of other Halton Transport routes to and from College. 1.5 miles away from College. > The FREE Halton bus pass can also be used by > In partnership with Halton Transport, we provide a students for travel on Halton Transport in the evenings number of dedicated bus routes operating twice a day and at weekends during term time. (at the beginning and the end of the college day) covering our student catchment area.
Dedicated direct college buses across: NEW ...... for 2020 • Runcorn NEW This year we have Warrington ROUTES new routes in Runcorn • and Warrington ...... • St Helens • Widnes • Knowsley • Huyton • Liverpool • Helsby & Frodsham
06 Top Reasons to Choose COURSE GUIDE 2020 Cronton Sixth Form College There are so many reasons to choose Cronton Sixth Form College. We have selected what we think are the most important… CRONTON SIXTH FORM CRONTON
Outstanding results: 99.5% A Level pass rate and 100% Outstanding teachers and award winning student support. Vocational pass rate with 64% top grades A*-B (or We have recruited some of the best teaching staff in the equivalent) and 81% high grades A*-C (or equivalent) country who are experts at teaching A Level or vocational qualifications in their specialist subject
£12 million investment in campus facilities including: The Cronton Playhouse; a 320 seater theatre (opened in 2019) with the latest technology and effects. New dance Choose from over 65 subjects / courses studio and media suites. State of the art IDEA Centre with industry standard engineering workshops and sports laboratory and new learning zone and social areas Over 200 international and national trips per year including: New York, San Francisco, Barcelona, Paris, Brussels, Netherlands and Skiing in Alpe d’Huez Excellent transport links, with FREE bus passes for all students who live more than 1.5 miles away More than 100 Prestigious University and Professional Studies schemes, trips and events, including trips to Excellent progression to university and employment, Oxford, Cambridge and London universities with this year’s students progressing to some of the top universities in the country, including Cambridge, Oxford, Leeds, Liverpool, Bristol, Nottingham, Manchester and Newcastle Centres of Excellence in STEM, Performing Arts and Sport
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A Level Exam Results 99.5 % Pass Rate
l Biology 100% l Business Studies 100% l Chemistry 100% l Computer Science 100% l Dance 100% l Drama & Theatre Studies 100% l Economics 100% l English Combined 100% l English Language 100% l English Literature 100% l Film Studies 100% l Fine Art 100% l French 100% l Further Maths 100% l Geography 100% l Government & Politics 100% l Graphic Communication 100% l History 100% l IT 100% l Law 100% l Maths 100% l Media Studies 100% l Music 100% l Philosophy & Religion 100% l Photography 100% l Physical Education 100% l Physics 100% l Sociology 100%
08 Vocational Results COURSE GUIDE 2020 100% Pass Rate / 93% Vocational High Grades
43% of our students achieved Triple Distinction Star Grades (equivalent to 3 A* Grades at A Level)
We celebrated the following pass rates in our vocational subjects: CRONTON SIXTH FORM CRONTON > Animal Management 100% > Fashion 100% > Applied Science 100% > Graphic Design 100% > Art and Design 100% > IT Practitioners 100% > Business Studies 100% > Music 100% > Dance 100% > Performing Arts 100% > Drama 100% > Photography 100% > Engineering 100% > Sports 100% > Early Years and Education 100% > Uniformed Services 100% > Health and Social Care 100%
Not found the courses you are looking for?
If you are interested in studying one of the following subject areas, go to www.riverside.ac.uk for information on courses offered at Riverside College.
> Apprenticeships > Hairdressing > Beauty > Hospitality and Catering > Construction > Media Makeup > Early Years and Education > Motor Vehicle > Electrical Installation > Nursing Aesthetics > Games Design > Plumbing > Joinery > Nail Technology
Jake Keller, Penketh High School
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Outstanding Facilities Over the last few years the College has invested in the campus in order to create state of the art learning facilities and modern social areas.
The IDEA Centre Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths. This unique facility offers students and employers innovative training facilities including an advanced manufacturing and CAD workshop, a digital and electronics suite, a metrology suite, a process control workshop, a pneumatics and hydraulics lab, a health and fitness suite, a project management suite, meeting rooms, a 3D modelling suite and an Industry 4.0 suite which all prepare students for the Industry 4.0 trend of automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies.
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Opened 2019 The Cronton Playhouse is a brand new 320 seat theatre with orchestra pit. The theatre is home to the very CRONTON SIXTH FORM CRONTON latest technology and an advanced technical booth offering new spectacular effects and high impact sound to further enhance the Centre of Excellence performances to industry standard. The theatre also has a balcony, box office, dressing rooms, greenroom space and a storage area for larger productions.
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Campus Facilities
Students have access to new state of the art facilities including; science, animal management and sports laboratories, a clinical practice ward, computer suites, dance studios, media suites and social areas.
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Student Success Exceptional results see students progress on to prestigious universities and degrees
Here are just a few of our students who progressed to university this summer:
Student Name Previous School University Destination Degree Subject
Hasnat Ahmed Halewood Academy Liverpool John Moores University Mechanical Engineering Dillon Barrow Ormiston Chadwick Academy University of Manchester Mathematics Emma Beesley Ormiston Chadwick Academy University of Leeds Law Hannah Bloor Wade Deacon High School Newcastle University Law Shaun Briers St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic University of Chester Nutrition and Dietetics High School Ryan Briers St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic University of Liverpool Sociology High School Caitlin Bullen Ormiston Chadwick Academy University of Manchester Medicine Emma Butler Wade Deacon High School Edge Hill University English Literature Rebecca Chadwick Saints Peter and Paul Catholic University of Leeds Mathematics College Katherine Cheshire De La Salle University of Liverpool English and Sociology Ava Cookson The Heath School University of Liverpool Maths Lucy Cuerden Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Manchester Metropolitan Law College University Jay Fenney Ormiston Chadwick Academy Lancaster University Psychology Thomas Fillingham Wade Deacon High School University of Plymouth Medicine Christopher Grave The Grange Academy Manchester Metropolitan Fashion Buying and Merchandising University Kieran Halford The Sutton Academy University of Liverpool Computer Science Lauryn Hall Wade Deacon High School University of Nottingham Mathematics Tom Harvey Halewood Academy University of Liverpool Law and History Abbie Haunch Wade Deacon High School University of Sheffield Politics Chloe Jackson The Grange Academy University of Chester Accounting and Finance
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Cara Sullivan Kamil Bryl
A Level Results: Vocational Results: English Literature A* Level 3 Extended Diploma in Drama & Theatre A* Applied Science
Fine Art A SIXTH FORM CRONTON Distinction*, Distinction*, Distinction* Previously from: St Gregory’s Catholic Previously from: High School St Joseph’s Catholic High School Destination: University of Cambridge, Destination: English Literature Loughborough University, Chemical Engineering
Rebecca Chadwick Stephanie Cullen
A Level Results: Vocational Results: Maths A* Level 3 Extended Diploma Further Maths A* Health Studies, Nursing Physics A Cadets Distinction*, Distinction*, Previously from: Distinction* Saints Peter and Paul Catholic College Previously from: Ormiston Bolingbroke Destination: Academy University of Leeds, Mathematics Destination: University of Liverpool, Adult Nursing
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Student Success Exceptional results see students progress on to prestigious universities and degrees
Here are just a few more of our students who progressed to university this summer:
Student Name Previous School University Destination Degree Subject
Charlie Lamb Saints Peter and Paul Catholic University of Oxford Biology College Daniel Langton St Chad’s Catholic and Church of Liverpool John Moores Computer Science England High School University Rebecca Leech De La Salle Lancaster University English Literature and Creative Writing Cale Meredith Saints Peter and Paul Catholic University of Chester Mechanical Engineering College John Mills Penketh High School Apprenticeship with Engineering Scottish Power Jack Molyneux Ormiston Chadwick Academy Loughborough University Electrical and Electronics Engineering Adam Moore The Prescot School University of Liverpool Law Natasha Keeley Great Sankey High School University of Leeds Geological Sciences Emma Nicholls Saints Peter and Paul Catholic University of Salford Criminology College Shakira Raynes Wade Deacon High School Liverpool Hope University Law Olivia Senior St Gregory’s Catholic High School University of Bristol Law and French Cara Sullivan St Gregory’s Catholic High School University of Cambridge English Literature Evie Talbot Davies Wade Deacon High School Liverpool John Moores Sociology University Sarah Turnley Archbishop Blanch School Northumbria University Law Laura Wade Holly Lodge Girls’ College The Arden Theatre Musical Theatre School Isabelle Whitby Wade Deacon High School University of Bristol Mathematics Luke Williams Saints Peter and Paul Catholic University of Liverpool Politics College John Young The Grange Academy University of Liverpool International Business
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Natasha Keeley Joe Chadwick
A Level Results: Vocational Results: Biology A* Level 3 Extended Diploma in Chemistry A Animal Management
Geography A SIXTH FORM CRONTON Distinction*, Distinction*, Distinction* Previously from: Great Sankey High Previously from: School Saints Peter and Paul Catholic College Destination: University of Leeds, Destination: Geological Sciences University of Bristol Veterinary Nursing & Bioveterinary Science
Caitlin Bullen Isobel King
A Level Results: Vocational Results: Biology A UAL Level 3 Extended Chemistry A Diploma in Fashion Maths A Distinction Extended Project Qualification A* Previously from: Rainford High School Previously from: Destination: Ormiston Chadwick University of Salford, Academy Fashion Design Destination: University of Manchester, Medicine
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Investing in Teaching Excellence “It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” Albert Einstein
At Cronton Sixth Form College we believe in the power of education to transform lives. We recognise that investing in the very best teachers is the key to ensuring that every student reaches his or her full potential.
Inspiring, passionate and highly experienced teachers are at the heart of what makes Cronton Sixth Form College such a high performing institution. In 2019, the outstanding teachers at Cronton Sixth Form have helped students to exceed their potential; indicated by the recent ‘value added’ scores produced by the A Level Performance System (ALPS).
ALPS data shows the progress made by students from their GCSE grades at school to their final A Level grades at college. The data proves that students at Cronton Sixth Form have made considerable progress, improving on their predicted A Level results by at least one grade.
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At Cronton Sixth Form College we want to make sure that They can assist you with: you realise your full personal and academic potential. > Organising and planning your work and time Enjoying college life and becoming fully involved will make management the experience one of many happy memories you will have > Arranging for additional workshops in skills such as for the rest of your life. English, maths and IT CRONTON SIXTH FORM CRONTON > Developing your study skills to maximise your potential When you join Cronton Sixth Form you will be assigned a > Arranging specialist equipment e.g. software for students Personal Tutor who will be there alongside you every step with dyslexia of the way to guide you through college life and help you > Helping you with language skills if English is not your first make decisions on both personal and academic issues. language > Identifying and exploring your individual learning needs Career Enhancement and Industry Placement > Exam support Industry Placement or Work Experience is an integral part of all courses. It will provide you with a valuable addition We have a team of tutors and support workers who work to your CV or UCAS application, as well as enhancing your with some of our top performing students who have knowledge of your chosen career. All A Level students will disabilities or learning difficulties/differences such as take part in a week long work experience in their first year. Dyslexia, Dyscalculia and Asperger’s Syndrome to ensure For Vocational students this takes place at various points their success. through the academic year. Student Services Parents will receive: Your welfare is our priority and we will help you to > Prompt contact in the event of poor attendance or overcome any obstacles to your success, achievements and progress, or to celebrate and acknowledge excellent work progression. and attainment > Invitations to welcome evenings and progress evenings Student Services can help you with: during the year > Progress reports twice a year > Career decisions and higher education routes including UCAS applications Study Support > Job vacancies and employment opportunities > Managing your finances and advice on financial If you experience any difficulties coping with your college assistance work, or feel that you could do better with some extra help, > Individual counselling if you have any personal difficulties then we have a dedicated study support team to help you.
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Charlie Lamb
A Level results: Chemistry A* Biology A Maths A Centre of Excellence in Science and Maths
Previously from: Saints Peter and Paul Catholic College Destination: University of Oxford, Biology
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Prestigious University Programme 24 THE Professional Studies Programme for Tomorrow’s Lawyers, Teachers, Scientists and Leaders 26 CRONTON Centres of Excellence in STEM, Performing Arts and Sport 30 EXPERIENCE Scholarships 33 International Trips 34
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Outstanding Activities During your time at Cronton Sixth Form College you will have the opportunity to take part in a number of different enrichment activities in your free time. These will increase your enjoyment of your studies and equip you for further success.
Sport Regardless of the course you are studying there are lots of opportunities for students to participate in sport at Cronton. Whether you want to represent the College at external sporting events, join one of our teams or just simply keep fit, there is something for everyone, including:
> AOC Regional and National sports competitions > Men’s and Women’s Rugby > Men’s and Women’s Football > Netball > Fully equipped Gym > Multi Sports > Race for Life
The College’s enrichment programme is designed to help students stay active and offers them the opportunity to take part in different sports.
See pages 23 - 30 for all academic and Professional Studies Programmes, Prestigious University Programme and Centre’s of Excellence.
22 Centre of Excellence Activities > Audition for one of the Centre of Excellence in Performing Arts industry standard performances
> Do you compete at a high level in your sport? Try out
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> Get involved in a wide range of activities with our STEM Centre of Excellence, including local and national competitions, projects and our Science and Medical Club
Academic and Enhancement Activities The College’s extensive enrichment programme is SIXTH FORM CRONTON designed to help students stay active, develop new skills and enhance personal qualities.
> Tomorrow’s Programmes > Student Leadership Team > Duke of Edinburgh’s Award > Debating Society > Medical and Science Society > Gold, Silver and Bronze Arts Awards > Creative Writing > Robotics > Mindfulness > High Flyers > Tenner Challenge > Chess > Film Club > Media Club > Games Development > Cronton Bands > Set Club > Virtual Investors
Cronton not only offers students activities that are unique to subject areas or depended on your qualification and GCSE grades, but also offers cross College enrichment programmes which are available to all students regardless of course choice or grades.
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Prestigious Universities Programme:
What is the Prestigious Universities Programme? and talented tutor group in which they will benefit from The Prestigious Universities Programme provides support, one-to-one tutoring with a specialist teacher who has advice and training to prepare students for entry to Oxford, extensive experience of mentoring exceptional students. Cambridge and other prestigious universities. Students This enables us to provide tailored preparation for identified for the programme will benefit from opportunities entrance examinations for Oxford, Cambridge and other to develop personally, professionally and academically by: elite institutions.
> Working above and beyond the A Level syllabus Students are encouraged to participate in activities > Developing cultural capital which complement their academic studies and develop > Being introduced to academic debating techniques their presentation skills. These include Bar Mock Trials, > Taking part in activities designed to develop their Debating Society and Science and Medical Society. personal confidence Parents are informed throughout of their son / daughter’s progress and to ensure that they can fully support How does the Programme work? them in their preparation for applications to prestigious universities. High achieving students are identified early in their first year to ensure they receive ongoing advice, guidance, support and development throughout their studies at Cronton. As high achievers, students are assigned to a specialised gifted
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The aim of these partnerships is to give our > University of Liverpool Scholarship Programme students the very best chance of gaining places > Nuffield Research Placements at Britain’s elite universities. Additionally, we aim > The Bar Mock Trial, national debating competition to make sure that every student chooses the right > The Sutton Trust UK and USA study programmes university and the right degree, and has access to > University of Oxford UNIQ Summer School the maximum amount of financial support to which > Prestigious work experience in law firms, including they are entitled. In the coming year the schemes Eversheds LLP and CMS Cameron McKenna LLP and programmes available to Cronton’s PUP > Royal Society Geography Summer School SIXTH FORM CRONTON students will include: > The European Youth Parliament
We encourage all of our students on this programme to study an independent research project, the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), for which increasing numbers of the UK’s top universities offer reduced entry grades. This year 87.5% of our students achieved A* - B on EPQ.
Cronton Students Experience the University of Oxford
Talented students who are part of the Prestigious Universities Programme had the great opportunity to take part in an educational residential stay at the University of Oxford to explore the facilities and meet teaching staff and students. The students were able to gain first- hand experience of what academic life at one of the top universities in the country is like.
Luke MacMahon, Head of the Prestigious Universities Programme said, “I was so pleased with the College’s trip to Oxford. The students had the opportunity to gain a real sense of what life at the University would be like and to see first-hand what studying for a degree would involve. Most importantly, they worked with current Oxford students who did a brilliant job of demonstrating that the only thing you need to succeed at an elite university is academic ability – something they all already have.”
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Professional Studies Programmes: At Cronton Sixth Form we are committed to ensuring that all students realise their academic potential. We also recognise that our students set their ambitions high and must be equipped to compete within the most prestigious professions.
Progression to prestigious universities is becoming How does it work? increasingly competitive and entry into the top The Professional Studies Programme is delivered in professions demand that students can demonstrate addition to your A Level subjects and will form part of high level employability skills. To ensure that our your timetable, providing up to four hours per week of targeted specialised activity. In some cases additional students can realise their dreams, we have a unique qualifications can be achieved, and some of this time programme of study which will equip them to will be spent on work placements or entering national compete with the very best and prepare them to be competitions. true professionals. You do not need to put the Professional Studies These individually designed programmes have been Programme on your initial application form, but if you developed by specialists in their professional fields with would like to be part of one of the programmes you will extensive experience of supporting students in their career need to discuss this at your admissions interview. The development. admissions tutors will work with you to make the right A Level subject choices to access university degrees in these Students completing a professional studies pathway will be professional areas and make sure that the Professional stretched and challenged academically to ensure that they Studies Programme is right for you. achieve the very best results whilst developing essential professional skills which will set them apart at university and in future employment.
For more information on the Professional Studies Programmes go to www.cronton.ac.uk
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Students will need to be studying at least two national curriculum subjects at A Level. COURSE GUIDE 2020 Activities include: > Developing your knowledge of different key stages and understand the relevance of specialisms > Develop presentation and classroom management skills alongside knowledge of the latest technological skills > Understand and learn about the world of education including Ofsted, policy Emma Butler standards and processes Previously from: SIXTH FORM CRONTON Wade Deacon High School > As part of the Innovation and Enterprise Alliance with partner schools, access Destination: to work experience and professional development across all key stages of the Edge Hill University, English Curriculum
Tomorrow’s Lawyers
Students are not required to be studying any particular A Levels, but a keen interest in a legal career is essential. Students must enjoy reading, writing, performing, and debating. A willingness to work as part of a team is important. Activities include:
> Mooting - This is the oral presentation of a legal issue or problem against an opposing counsel and before a judge. It is perhaps the closest experience that a student can have whilst at university to appearing in court. Students will practice this, and take part in a Bar Mock Trial (this will be internal this year) Emma Beesley Previously from: > Participate in legal debates Ormiston Chadwick Academy > Targeted preparation for the National Admissions Test for Law (LNAT) exam Destination: University of Leeds, Law > Receive assistance in securing work experience with local law firms. > Receive information regarding insight events such as those with Atlantic Chambers > Meet legal professionals including Lay Magistrates > Have the opportunity to visit court
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Tomorrow’s Scientists
Students will be required to study A Levels in at least one science subject. Activities include: > Tutoring and preparation for the UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT) and the BioMedical Admissions Test (BMAT); the university entrance exams for Medicine with specialised guidance and support in preparing university applications and interview coaching > Prestigious work experience placements > Take part in prestigious national programmes such as the Nuffield Research Charlie Lamb Placements Previously from: Saints Peter and Paul > Accreditation of the Silver Crest Awards for undertaking a scientific research project Catholic College > Guest lectures and master classes from leading science based professionals Destination: University of Oxford, Biology > Take part in a Presentation Evening showcase to present research findings to an audience
Student Leadership Team
Students are required to be studying an A Level Programme or a Level 3 Extended Diploma and have a keen interest in developing leadership and management skills is essential. Students must enjoy working in partnership with their peers and staff towards shared goals and projects which impact positively on the college community. Activities include: > The opportunity to take part in the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award > Representing the college at key internal and external events and leading focus groups as a Student Ambassador Tom Harvey > Trips to global industry partners and prestigious universities Previously from: > Learning about a range of leadership and influencing styles from industry experts Halewood Academy Destination: > Work experience opportunities working alongside business leaders and managers University of Liverpool, > The opportunity to organise and manage fundraising projects and events Law and History
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Thomas Fillingham
A Level results: Biology A* Maths A* Chemistry A
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) A Tomorrow’s Scientists Programme
Previously from: Wade Deacon High School Destination: University of Plymouth, Medicine
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Centres of Excellence At Cronton Sixth Form College we have created Centres of Excellence in:
> Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) > Performing Arts > Sports
The Centres of Excellence have been built around Working with high profile partners, they provide students significant investment in employing some of with opportunities to develop both their academic and personal expertise in their chosen subject(s) as well as the best specialist teaching staff in the country, offering qualifications that will support applications to the investing in state of the art facilities such as the new country’s most prestigious universities. Cronton Playhouse and by generating significant opportunities for students. Extensive professional support in each area also ensures that students are able to develop their talents to compete with their peers at a national level. More information about the Centres of Excellence can be found in the individual subject areas.
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Samuel Clayton
Science and Maths Scholar
Previously from: Wade Deacon High School Course: A Level Chemistry A Level Physics A Level Maths
Tomorrow’s Scientists Programme and Student Leadership Team
32 Scholarships COURSE GUIDE 2020 At Cronton Sixth Form College we are fortunate to be able to offer scholarships in STEM, Performing Arts and Sport, worth up to £2000 each.
These scholarships are designed to support students and The scholarship application deadline is Thursday 19th provide financial assistance towards the costs of fulfilling March 2020. their potential in their chosen field. Congratulations to the following students who have been Students who meet the criteria for scholarships will be awarded scholarships this year: selected to apply during their admissions interview and a SIXTH FORM CRONTON separate scholarship application form will be completed.
Name Scholarship Previous High School
Katy Allen STEM Halewood Academy Sarah Baldwin STEM Wade Deacon High School Morgan Brame Performing Arts Wade Deacon High School Bethany Clarke Performing Arts The Sutton Academy Isabella Guthrie Performing Arts Saints Peter and Paul Catholic College Kelsey Hunt STEM St Gregory’s Catholic High School Harriet King Sport Tower College Connor McCabe Sport Penketh High School Jack Meredith STEM Wade Deacon High School Luke Naylor STEM Saints Peter and Paul Catholic College Mollie Neal Performing Arts St Cuthbert’s Catholic High School Abigail Oliver Performing Arts Wade Deacon High School Ciara Owens STEM Broughton Hall Catholic High School Jessy Sodimu STEM Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Dean Stapleton STEM Wade Deacon High School Amy Bennett Sport Wade Deacon High School 33 CRONTON SIXTH FORM COURSE GUIDE 2020
International College Experience Last year students at Cronton had the opportunity to go on over 200 exciting trips and visits, these experiences have provided them with the opportunity to travel, take in different cultures, grow on a personal level and make lifelong friendships.
BRUSSELS FLORENCE
DISNEYLAND PARIS
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BARCELONA CERN SWITZERLAND
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SAN FRANCISCO NETHERLANDS
NEW YORK SKIING ALPE D’HUEZ
NETHERLANDS
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School of English, Humanities 52 and Modern Foreign Languages
COURSES Centre of Excellence in Performing Arts 60
School of Creative Arts and Media 66 • A Level School of Business 72 • Vocational Courses Centre of Sporting Excellence 74 Health and Social Care and Childcare 78
Public Services 80
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A Level Subjects Page
Biology 44 A Levels Business Studies 73 Chemistry 44 Choose from over 30 A Level subjects Criminology - Level 3 Applied Certificate & Diploma 58 99.5% Pass Rate in 2019 Computer Science 50 Dance 62 Drama & Theatre Studies 62 Economics 73 At Cronton Sixth Form you can choose from over 30 A Level English Language 54 subjects. In 2019 many of our A Level students went on to English Language & Literature 54 study at prestigious universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Plymouth, Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, York, Nottingham, English Literature 54 Loughborough and Newcastle. Film Studies 71 Fine Art 67 To make up your A Level programme, you will choose to study French 55 three subjects. Alongside these subjects you can then elect to take part in the Professional Studies Programmes, Prestigious Further Maths 47 Universities Programme and our Centres of Excellence Geography 56 depending on your university and career ambitions. Government & Politics 58 Graphics 67 In exceptional circumstances, students may be able to study 4 A Level subjects. This can be discussed at your History 56 college interview. IT - Level 3 Extended Certificate 50 Law 58 Maths 47 Media Studies 71 Music 62 Photography 67 Philosophy & Religion 58 Physical Education 76 Physics 44 Psychology 57 Sociology 57 Spanish 55 Textiles 67 38 A Level Requirements
To make up your A Level Programme, you will In exceptional circumstances, students may be able to COURSE GUIDE 2020 choose to study 3 A Level subjects over 2 years. study 4 A Level subjects. This can be discussed at your college interview. You will need to achieve a minimum of three grade 5’s and two grade 4’s at GCSE including English Language Our Admissions Team will talk you through the entry and Maths at grade 5. Each individual subject carries requirements for the subjects you are interested in so its own entry criteria and some subjects do require you have a clear understanding of what you are aiming higher grades than this. for in your GCSE exams.
For individual subject entry requirements and course SIXTH FORM CRONTON details, please go to our website and look at the course information section.
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Vocational Courses Page
Vocational Courses Animal Management 46 Applied Science 46 Choose from over 30 vocational courses Architectural Engineering 48 100% Pass Rate / 93% High Grades Art and Design 68 43% Triple Distinction Star Grades Business 73 (equivalent to 3 A* Grades at A Level) Engineering 48 Fashion and Textiles 68 Graphics and Photography 68
At Cronton Sixth Form College you can choose from over 30 Health and Social Care 79 vocational programmes. In 2019 our students celebrated a Health Studies: Nursing Cadet Programme 79 100% pass rate and 93% high grades with 43% gaining Triple IT 50 Distinction Star grades. Media (Film & Photography) 68 These full time courses are assessed over one or two years Personal Trainer 76 via a mixture of practical and written projects, assessments and exams and can also offer students progression to Professional Music Practice 63 university. Our Level 3 Extended Diploma programmes are Public Services 80 recognised and carry UCAS points for entry to university Sport 76 degrees, for example Triple Distinction Star grades are equivalent to 3 A* grades at A Level. The Professional Dance Programme 63 The Professional Theatre Programme 63
Work Experience / Industry Placements
Work experience is an integral part of all courses at Cronton Sixth Form and each programme of study has individual requirements regarding the length of time you will spend on a placement.
The placements not only provide students with an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the workplace but can also help with university applications and inspire your future career.
At Cronton we have a dedicated team of Industry Placement Officers to support you and make sure your placement is meaningful and successful.
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In order to achieve the best results and progression Level 1 - Four or more GCSEs at grade 9-2 including COURSE GUIDE 2020 opportunities to university or employment, students English Language and Maths on vocational courses study one programme, which will cover all aspects of their chosen industry. Higher grades are required in certain subjects. You can find the individual entry requirements for each course These programmes are a mixture of classroom and within the course information on the college website project study relating to your chosen industry, and or by speaking to our Admissions Team who will advise students will be assessed by completing assignments, you at your interview. group projects and exams.
In exceptional circumstances, students may be able SIXTH FORM CRONTON The level of course you start on will depend on your to study a relevant A Level alongside their Vocational GCSE results: programme. This can be discussed at your college Level 3 - Five or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 including interview. English Language and Maths Level 2 - Four or more GCSEs at grade 9-3 including English Language and Maths
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The IDEA Centre is a unique STEM facility which offers students innovative CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN STEM training facilities including an advanced manufacturing workshop, a digital and electronics suite, a metrology suite, a process control workshop, a health and fitness suite, a project management suite, meeting rooms, Science, Technology, a 3D modelling suite and an Industry 4.0 suite which all prepare students for the Industry Engineering and Maths 4.0 trend of automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies.
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Cronton Sixth Form College has created a Centre of In the Centre of Excellence, students benefit from a Excellence for Advanced Level Science, Technology, wide range of activities including:
Engineering and Maths courses. This Centre > Taking part in the Tomorrow’s Scientists or Professional of Excellence has been developed through the Studies Programmes recruitment of some of the best teaching staff in > Taking part in regional and national competitions SIXTH FORM CRONTON the country, the building of our new state of the art including Liverpool Young Analysts, the UK Senior Maths IDEA Centre and science labs, and the expansion Challenge, the Institute of Materials Sixth Form Prize and Pi Wars! of our extra-curricular activities that support > Taking part in prestigious national programmes such as applications to the most prestigious universities. the Nuffield Bursary, Silver Crest Award for a scientific research study and the Institute of Physics Grant Scheme and the Royal Society of Chemistry > Inspiring lectures from industry experts including Professor Adam Scaife, Head of Climate Control at the Met Office and Dr Laura Randle from Liverpool John Moores University > Work experience opportunities have been secured at Sci-Tech Daresbury, research laboratories, Whiston Hospital, and numerous medical dental and veterinary practices > Trips to CERN (Switzerland), Jodrell Bank radio telescope observatory, Culham Science Centre for Experimental Fusion, Chester Zoo, The Natural History Museum and prestigious universities. > Specialise in our dedicated discrete Further Maths groups > Students progress to competitive degrees and top universities including Cambridge, Oxford and Manchester and through the Sutton Trust to leading US universities amongst others
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Science
Chemistry Students studying these subjects benefit from being A Level part of a Centre of Excellence. This means that they will be taught by some of the best teachers in the Chemistry is all about how science works. Chemists country, in state of the art science labs and modern are continually striving to improve the quality of life facilities and will also have access to the new IDEA for people. They are innovators, designing solutions Centre. Our extra-curricular activities support and through science, to the problems that affect people enhance future applications to the most prestigious and their environment. On this course, you will learn universities. the importance of chemistry in the production of resources, energy and new materials. You will look at the Students can take part in our Tomorrow’s Scientists contributions of chemistry to medicine and its impact on Professional Studies Programme, enter competitions, our environment. You will explore the fascinating world be part of prestigious national Science and Maths of atoms and molecules and how they interact to make programmes, be inspired by leading industry experts useful substances including polymers, medicines and metals. As well as theory, there are lots of opportunities and visit external research labs and top universities to put your learning into practice through practical work. such as Cambridge, Oxford and Manchester.
Biology Physics A Level A Level
Biology is the science of life, the study of all life forms Physics offers a universe of possibilities. From the and how they exist and co-exist on earth. The course incredibly small and the unimaginably large, from the includes a wide range of exciting topics which directly forces that hold together the atoms of our bodies to affect the world in which we live. Biology is never far the energy that powers the expansion of the universe, from the headlines as biologists make advancements and lots in between. You will interpret and analyse in areas such as DNA, cloning, disease control, global the engineering challenges of the future, using your warming and ecosystems. As a Centre of Excellence, we problem solving abilities to tackle everything from have state of the art science facilities where you will learn nanotechnology, to renewable sources of power and about cells, biochemistry and biodiversity, genetics, the space exploration. As a Centre of Excellence, our state nervous system and evolution. If you have an inquiring of the art laboratories boast excellent facilities and with mind and a genuine interest in the world around you, access to the nearby space observatory at Pex Hill, the then you will enjoy studying Biology with us. possibilities are literally out of this world!
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Wali Khan, Tower College
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Applied Science Animal Management Level 3 Extended Diploma Level 3 Extended Diploma
If you see your future career in the science industry then If you are looking for a course which will enhance your the Level 3 Diploma in Applied Science is an excellent opportunities of working in the animal sector, then look starting point. The course offers a practical and real no further. This course has been specifically designed world approach to the study of science and covers a to provide you with the best ‘hands on’ experience in wide range of topics across Biology, Chemistry and animal management. It covers an outstanding blend of Physics. Within our Centre of Excellence laboratories, you practical and theoretical activities covering a wide range of will explore science through laboratory work, industry animals and their care, management and well-being. Our visits and theory. The areas studied will include genetic Animal Resource Centre and our links with a range of local engineering, physiology, microbiology, medical physics attractions will give you real ‘hands on’ experience with a and industrial applications of chemistry. Our strong vast array of both warm and cold blooded animals. You enrichment programme enhances your learning with will have responsibility for handling and maintaining these specialist speakers and visits to relevant organisations. animals and carrying out regular health checks.
Animal Management Level 2 Diploma
If you are passionate about the welfare of animals and would love to work with them as part of your career, then this is the course for you. This course is an ideal start towards a career in industries such as the RSPCA, pet shops, kennels, catteries, ranger and wildlife conservation work. The emphasis is on practical learning together with equipping you with the knowledge to care for different types of warm and cold blooded creatures. You will have practical sessions in our purpose built Animal Resource Centre and work experience involving the care and handling of a variety of exotic, companion and farm animals. This course could be the first step of fulfilling your dream of working with animals.
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Further Maths Maths A Level A Level
This is a really exciting and challenging course for Did you enjoy maths at GSCE and like problem solving? talented mathematicians and for the right student, Then Maths A Level could be the perfect course for you. an opportunity to explore some new topic areas of You will extend most of the ideas from your GCSE study
maths. The course covers a range of more advanced and use them to solve more complex problems in the SIXTH FORM CRONTON and theoretical topics that are not covered on the ‘real’ world. You will also learn new exciting methods straight maths A Level course, including complex and techniques and develop your mathematical skills numbers, matrices and mathematical proof. If you and interest. Maths is considered a highly regarded have an interest in studying maths well beyond A Level qualification by both employers and universities then this course would be an excellent choice. Further because of its universal applications to appeal. Maths A Level is only selected to study alongside Maths A Level and not as an alternative to it.
STUDENT PROFILE: Rebecca Chadwick
A Level Results: Maths A* Further Maths A* Physics A
Previously from: Saints Peter and Paul Catholic College
Destination: University of Leeds, Mathematics
“I have always received good support from the teaching staff at Cronton. My A Level courses have been great and the College is close to home.”
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Engineering
Architectural Engineering These courses will be delivered in our new IDEA centre Level 3 Diploma and DEC which in addition to high quality teaching rooms also boasts state of the art electronics and metrology labs, with During this two year course you will study a mixture of manufacturing workshops to provide hands-on training Level 3 Diploma in Engineering (equivalent to 2 A Levels) and development in Robotics, Pneumatics and Hydraulics, and Level 3 Design Engineer Construct (equivalent Microelectronics, and engineering applications. to 1 A Level). This course has a strong emphasis on science, maths and design theory. The Design Engineer Construct qualification has been written directly by Opportunities also exist for working on a simulated people in industry and is aimed at providing students manufacturing process line to experience an with the skills and knowledge to progress on to understanding of the very latest technology in engineering design engineering degrees and/or work in the built processes. The College works closely with local industry environment sector. You will create your own building to enable valuable work experience placements which design area and use industry standard software Revit to will enhance your appreciation of the global world of create a 3D building design and will cover design based modules including a higher level of Computer Aided engineering. Design (CAD).
Engineering Professional Engineering Programme Level 3 Extended Diploma Level 3 Diploma
Engineering is the application of Maths and Science During this two year course you will study a combination to solve real world problems. It will lead you on to of an A Level in Maths, an A Level in Physics and a university or employment at a technical or professional vocational qualification in Engineering, providing you level. You will study specialist units across a range of with both academic and practical aspects of Engineering. disciplines including Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & You will cover general engineering knowledge modules Electronic Engineering, Programming, Design Engineering including; Engineering Principles, Metallic Materials and and Control Engineering. To underpin these specialist Commercial Aspects of Engineering. You will also develop units, you will attain a great understanding in basic skills in Product Design, Engineering Manufacture and Engineering Principles; Maths, Science, Health and Safety Computer Aided Design (CAD). All of your learning and and Quality. In Year 2, you will have the opportunity to skills development will be contextualised in Engineering choose an individual research topic for your Specialist and supported by specialist tutors and industry experts. Engineering Project. Engineering projects are heavily See the Maths and Physics A Level information for more supported by our industry experts. detail about regarding these courses.
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Jack Molyneux
Vocational Results: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Distinction* Distinction* Distinction*
Previously from: Ormiston Chadwick Academy Destination: Loughborough University, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
“I chose to study at Cronton because of their great academic results as I always wanted to go to university. The teaching staff are great and the facilities are modern.”
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Computing and IT
Computer Science Students studying on the IT and computing courses at A Level Cronton Sixth Form will have the opportunity to access the new IDEA Centre which is home to brand new state Computer Science is impacting on our lives today, but of the art IT suites. The College is an Adobe Accredited will shape industry and careers in the coming years. Centre and CISCO Academy. Through the study of Computer Science, you will explore how computers process data and manage information During your course you will have the chance to effectively, as well as writing programs to solve experience industry workshops and trips including a problems. You will develop skills for the digital revolution and will be prepared for jobs that are yet to be created. visit to the National Videogame Arcade for a workshop An A Level in Mathematics will complement your with an industry professional, crack codes and ciphers Computer Science course, allowing you to develop at Bletchley Park and go to the EGX video games event. the underpinning knowledge required for the course. Computer Science will also give you the opportunity to see how key mathematical concepts are used in a practical sense.
Extended Diploma in IT Extended Certificate in IT Level 3 Extended Diploma Level 3 (part of an A Level programme only)
In our fast paced, online world today, there are many Information technology systems have a significant exciting career opportunities in computing and role in the world around us and play a part in almost information technology. This course is ideal if you everything we do. During the course you will explore see your future in computing or IT and will help to the relationships between the hardware and software give you an overall view of where you would like to to create IT systems, including database, and the way specialise in the future. The first year provides an that systems work individually and together. The course overview of technology in modern industry, while will also allow you to embrace website technologies the second year allows you to specialise. The course to explore the different networks used by businesses. is a mixture of practical and theory activities and You will then have the opportunity to develop and includes: programming, games development, cyber implement a plan to use social media strategies for security, social media, web development and project business purposes to engage and interact with an management. You will have the opportunity to be audience. You will benefit from industry guest speakers involved in CISCO IT Essentials and CISCO CCNA. who are experts in their individual fields.
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Lee Smith, Halewood Academy
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The college has a leading English, Modern Foreign Languages and Humanities School of English, Humanities department specialising in providing students with a and Modern Foreign Languages wealth of experiences. The passionate and dedicated members of the team strive for strong academic achievement from all of their students.
Elizabeth Gick, Gateacre School
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Our highly skilled staff provide full enrichment and Activities include: enhancement activities both within and outside the classroom to further stretch the students > International trips to New York, Spain, Iceland and the Alps
> National trips to major UK cities including trips to London, to visit the Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament and The Globe Theatre, plus
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> Guest speakers including magistrates, sports psychologists and MP’s
> Opportunities to enter national competitions with fantastic success for students including the Oxford University Poetry Competition, the Lancaster Writing Awards, the Debating Society Competition, the Youth Parliament Competition and Bar Mock Trials
> Creative Writing Club
> Delivering specialist preparation for the lawyers and teachers of the future in our outstanding Tomorrow’s Lawyers and Tomorrow’s Teachers programmes
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English
English Literature Students studying English develop and showcase A Level their literary skills by taking part in national competitions such as the Young Writers and Throughout the course, you will explore the minds Christopher Tower Poetry competitions. Our links with and souls of unforgettable characters. We discuss the prestigious universities and prominent figures, such motives and influences of writers within the historical, as the Professor of Linguistics at Lancaster University, social and political contexts in which texts are written further enhance student learning. Students also and read. Two drama texts, Othello and Dr Faustus are benefit from visiting guest speakers; including the taught, through which, you will develop your knowledge Children’s Laureate, authors, poets, journalists and a of the genre of tragedy. Other modules allow you to trip to the globe theatre in London. become competent at analysing a range of traditional and contemporary poetry alongside your study of two prose texts, including a pre-1900 novel. Within the coursework component, you will also explore the dystopian genre (fictional writing depicting a dark, future world) and its relevance to contemporary society. The A Level is split with 20% coursework, 80% exam.
English Language English Literature and Language A Level A Level
This course will build on your GCSE skills and offers you If you love reading and the use of the English Language the chance to investigate language in a different way. You then the English Combined A Level might be for you. On will discover the ways in which people communicate and this fully integrated course, you will use both linguistic the reasons we use language differently depending on and literary approaches to texts. You will explore how the context. You will analyse how identity can be detected writers create meaning in a variety of spoken and written from the way someone uses language while reaching texts. With the coursework component, you will have conclusions about gender, age, occupation and social the chance to display your own creative writing skills class. You will also discover where the English language while researching your favourite texts in more detail. comes from historically discussing what has made it The course promotes the study of voices in speech and change over time. You will also have the chance to explore writing within a range of non-fictional texts as well as different cultural forms of the English language such as two plays. So with this course, you can enjoy the best of American, Australian, Indian and British Black English. both worlds. The A Level is split with 20% coursework, The A Level is split with 20% coursework, 80% exam. 80% exam.
54 Modern Foreign Languages Spanish A Level COURSE GUIDE 2020 French and Spanish are taught by native speaking With this course, you will learn how to communicate tutors in the MFL Zone, which is well equipped with confidently, clearly and effectively in Spanish. You will PCs, a projector and group workspace. Students are gain an understanding of the language in a variety able to practise and develop their linguistic skills in of linguistics contexts and genres, which will in turn an authentic and supportive environment. The MFL deepen your command of English. The study of the department encourages and promotes collaborative contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of and independent learning among students in college. the countries where the language is spoken will broaden
Also, there are opportunities to visit local universities your knowledge, fostering the development of a range SIXTH FORM CRONTON and to take part in language competitions in order to of transferable skills from debating to researching. As a further develop and showcase students’ abilities. result, you will gain a greater enthusiasm for the language and grow in confidence and independence to progress into either university or employment. Spanish is taught by native speaking tutors in the MFL Zone, which is well equipped with PCs, a projector and group workspace French which allows for one-to-one support. A Level
Being able to speak another language is a very desirable skill. It could lead to exciting career opportunities; to work abroad for a multi-national company, teach English as a second language abroad, as a translator or an interpreter. With this course, you will develop an enthusiasm for language learning and an understanding of the language in a variety of contexts and genres. You will learn how to communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in French. The study of the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of the native countries where the language is spoken will increase your awareness and ability. French is taught by native speaking tutors in the MFL Zone, which is well equipped with PCs, a projector and group workspace which allows for one-to-one support.
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Humanities History A Level
If you enjoy learning about the way in which historical Students studying Humanities are taught by leaders events and figures have shaped the world or if you in their specialist field. Learning is enhanced by would like to develop the skills to give you a firm international trips to New York, Auschwitz, Krakow foundation for a wide range of degree or career options, and Berlin. You will also have the opportunity to go on then History A Level is for you. History is a fascinating, UK field trips to put classroom theory into practice. versatile and highly regarded subject. At Cronton we deliver a first class course, focusing on the events, Students enjoy a host of opportunities to learn from leading guest experts such as solicitors, police periods and ideas of Weimar and Nazi Germany (1918- and journalists as well as taking part in national 1945), Tudor England (1485-1603) and The Struggle for competitions such as the Bar Mock Trials and African American Civil Rights (1865 – 1970). Debate is a Debating Matters. Students can also benefit from rich part of the course and at the heart of our study of our Tomorrow’s Lawyers or Tomorrow’s Teachers History is its relationship to our future. Professional Studies Programmes.
Geography A Level NEW YORK
Geography is much more than the study of mountains and oxbow lakes. It is about people and places. You will explore how people interact with their environment while studying planet Earth and how people use and abuse its resources. Geography is a relevant and topical subject which is continually evolving with the world around us. You will consider important subjects including: sustainability of resources, migration, climate change, tectonic hazards, coasts, globalisation and renewable energy. The majority of these topics are similar to GCSE, which helps you to transition between GCSE to A Level Geography. An integral part of the course is getting you out and about on field trips and putting your theory and learning into practice. Your fieldwork experience will become your independent coursework investigation which is worth 20% of your final grade.
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Are you interested in exploring why some people commit Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behaviour. COURSE GUIDE 2020 crime? Why people live in families? Or why middle class We try to understand how internal and external factors children get on average more GCSE grades than working can explain our behaviour. Our course will help you class children? Throughout the two year course, you will acquire the research skills to undertake your own study the topics of Family & Households and Education experiments to help you investigate behaviour. If you (Year 1) followed by Crime & Deviance and Beliefs in have a naturally curious and questioning mind, you will find Psychology a thought provoking and fascinating Society (Year 2). You will participate in engaging lessons, subject. Psychology is 100% exam based and consists contribute to class discussions and use media and
of 3 x 2 hour exams after your 2 years of study. The first SIXTH FORM CRONTON other technology to boost your learning. The sociology paper is heavily based on Maths and Scientific Methods, department is successful with past results far exceeding the second paper is based on psychological themes the national and local averages. If you are interested in the through core studies including debates and the third world around you, you will find Sociology a fascinating paper is based on Issues in Mental Health, Criminal subject to study. Psychology and Sport and Exercise Psychology.
Ben Kelly, Lord Derby Academy
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NEW FOR 2020: Criminology Law Level 3 Applied Certificate and Diploma A Level (Part of an A Level Programme only) A Level Law develops knowledge and understanding of This two year course offers an insight into topics including, the English legal system. Studying Law develops students’ why specific crimes are committed by certain individuals, problem solving skills through the application of legal planning a campaign for change in relation to crime, rules, together with an understanding of legal method and understanding theories of criminality and applying your reasoning. These skills provide excellent preparation for knowledge to real-life case studies. The Applied Certificate those students who wish to progress to degree level study in Year 1 will give you the opportunity to understand a range or pursue a wide range of careers. At Cronton, you will of crimes committed and also assess media representations develop an understanding of our legal system, how laws of crime and the impact it has on public perception. For are made and applied, and you will study three areas of the Applied Diploma in Year 2, you will understand the substantive law. In the first year, you will study the English process of criminal investigations including the rights of legal system and criminal law. In the second year, you individuals involved in this process and the processes for the will study tort and contract law. The course is assessed prosecution of suspects. Both years of study will constitute through three exams at the end of the second year. an internal controlled assessment (50%) and an external examination (50%).
Government and Politics Philosophy and Religion A Level A Level
Most people don’t know a great deal about politics. Yet The Philosophy and Religion A level is a diverse and it is one of the most talked about subjects in the world. challenging course which encourages students to How we live our lives is influenced by decisions made by think outside the box and ask questions on everyday politicians, who we elect to make important decisions assumptions. Often the subject raises more questions on our behalf. We are expected to understand complex than it answers so students need to be open minded issues on which we have to vote. But don’t worry, by and flexible. Universities, particularly the Russell Group, studying politics at Cronton, you will increase your encourage students to study the course at A Level due to awareness of political issues and develop your political the academic nature of the course. Students who study views on an informed basis. You will study both British Philosophy and Religion often go on to study academic and American politics, the systems and key players subjects at some of the top universities including and how pressure groups and individuals can influence Philosophy, Religious Studies, English, History, Law and today’s political issues. Politics.
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Katherine Cheshire
A Level Results: Psychology A* Sociology A* English Combined A Sports Scholar Centre of Sporting Excellence
Previously from: De La Salle
Destination: University of Liverpool, English and Sociology
“The genuine enthusiasm of my teachers has made my time at Cronton special.”
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The Cronton Playhouse is a brand new 320 seat theatre with orchestra CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN pit. The theatre is home to the very latest technology and an advanced technical booth offering new spectacular effects and high impact sound to further enhance the Centre Performing Arts of Excellence performances to industry standard. The theatre also has a balcony, box office, dressing NOW OPEN rooms, greenroom space and a storage area for larger productions. The Cronton Playhouse; a 320 seater theatre with state of the art facilities.
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The Centre of Excellence for Performing Arts offers These include: a unique production programme that enables > International trips including New York, Amsterdam A Level and Vocational students the opportunity and Paris of performing in large scale extra-curricular > The opportunity to perform in industry standard
productions SIXTH FORM CRONTON performances that sit entirely outside the > Perform at professional venues across the country timetable. > Exclusive links with dance conservatoires and performance institutes Members of the Centre of Excellence have the opportunity > FREE individual music tuition in your chosen of taking the Bronze, Silver or Gold Arts Award to help instrument for A Level Music students develop creative and communication skills that are > High profile patrons including West End Star, Zoe essential for success in the 21st Century. This award offers Curlett and University Professor, John Freeman both a recognised qualification and UCAS points and can be > Opportunities to gain the nationally recognised Bronze, taken at any point throughout your time at Cronton. Silver and Gold Arts Award Students involved in the Centre of Excellence will also > The opportunity to rehearse and perform in the benefit from a wide range of other experiences that will Cronton Playhouse, a brand new theatre develop their talents and professional skills by exposing them to a wide range of opportunities.
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Performing Arts Drama and Theatre A Level
Students studying Performing Arts will become part of Within our Centre of Excellence you will study the whole our Centre of Excellence. As such, they will be taught production philosophy, an array of theatrical genres by some of the best teaching staff in the country and and transfer the play text into production – literally benefit from a wide range of extra-curricular activities from the page to the stage. Alongside this, you will gain to support their onward applications to the country’s theoretical knowledge that will allow you to develop most prestigious institutions. your skills, i.e. design, marketing and script writing. You will look at varying approaches to theatre and how Students will develop their talents and professional political and social change has affected the art of theatre skills by enjoying our wide range of experiences and its perception by the public. You will experience including; international trips, being part of industry theatre in action and have the opportunity to visit standard performances, performing at professional London, New York and Paris. venues, high profile patrons and professional links, free music tuition and nationally recognised Bronze, Silver and Gold Arts Awards.
Dance Music A Level A Level
A Level Dance encourages creativity, imagination and the Over this two-year course you’ll be given a firm analysis of your own work and the work of professional foundation in music theory and listening skills. Your dancers and choreographers. You will participate in performance skills will be regularly showcased in regular practical sessions aimed at developing your own ability as concerts both in and outside college. You will develop a a dancer in preparation for performance alongside regular portfolio of compositions, but the beauty of this course choreographic workshops. You will also engage in theory- is that it can be tailored to your strengths - you can based lessons in order to develop your understanding choose to emphasise either performance or composition of dance and appreciate the integration of theory and in your final exams. You will cover the wider social and practice. The dance department will also organise several historical background of music, beginning with orchestral local, national and international trips including the music from 1750. There are two modules on Twentieth opportunity to visit New York. Century styles, again adaptable to suit the interests of the students. In addition you’ll receive free tuition with a specialist on your instrument: one 30min lesson per week included as part of the course.
62 The Professional Theatre Programme The Professional Music Programme Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma COURSE GUIDE 2020
This course is an exciting, challenging and practical This flexible course gives you a broad range of skills course for aspiring professional actors, where you to prepare you for a career in the music industry. The will acquire all of the core skills needed to deliver a emphasis is on exploration and creativity, with a mixture professional performance. You will explore a range of of performance, composition and technical skills such different performance styles including Physical Theatre, as live sound or studio engineering. You will develop Classical Theatre, Clowning and Stand-up Comedy. The musical material to perform at a number of prestigious course culminates in a large-scale Final Major Project venues in Liverpool and Manchester, with previous (FMP) at the end of your second year giving you chance venues including Parr Street Studios and The Cavern SIXTH FORM CRONTON to work as an independent ensemble, covering every Club. There are several ‘free choice’ modules where you aspect of planning, rehearsing and performing your can choose your own path to achieve the qualification, chosen piece. Your main classroom will be our brand exploring your own interests and developing your new state of the art theatre, the Cronton Playhouse, skills. One session each week takes place in The giving you the opportunity to experiment, rehearse and Studio, Widnes, giving you genuine experience of the perform in professional surroundings. contemporary music industry.
The Professional Dance Programme Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma
This is a unique and intensive course developed for both creative and technical dancers who hold the relevant performance skills for today’s dance industry. The emphasis is on performance, choreography and dance analysis and you will explore a range of dance styles including Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical and Contemporary. You will be continually supported as you extend your skills and will be given the opportunity to take part in a number of large scale dance shows. The course is aimed at students who have the motivation and drive to become successful professional dancers. Students on a Level 3 or 2 Diploma will study a University of Arts London (UAL) qualification.
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Professional Music Programme Performing Arts Level 2 UAL Diploma Level 2 UAL Diploma
This course gives you a broad range of skills to prepare This exciting and challenging course will help you grow you for a career in the music industry. The emphasis is on creatively as a performer, discover and develop new building confidence and proficiency through exploration talents and showcase those talents to their full potential. and creativity; with a mixture of performance, composition You will use your creativity to develop your skills in and production. You will form a band with fellow students acting, community theatre and various disciplines and develop musical material to perform at a number of dance and performance. With links with West End of prestigious venues in Liverpool and Manchester, with performers, theatre trips, professional standard musical previous venues including Parr Street Studios and The productions and performing opportunities inside Cavern Club. The final ‘free choice’ module allows you and outside the college, this course offers you the to choose your own path to achieve the qualification, opportunity to experience the diversity of the performing exploring your own interests and developing your skills. arts and develop your dance and drama skills. One session each week takes place in The Studio, Widnes, giving you genuine experience of the contemporary music industry.
STUDENT PROFILE: Lucy McDiarmid
Course: UAL Level 3 Diploma in Music Distinction
Previously from: Wade Deacon High School
Destination: Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, Music (Songwriting and Performance)
“I chose to study at Cronton due to the outstanding results and the Centre of Excellence in Performing Arts. The support from staff and great opportunities available make the College special.”
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Bethany Wilks, The Heath School
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Students studying in the School of Creative Arts and Media will be inspired by our practicing artists/tutors to develop and nurture their own School of Creative creative talents. They will benefit from a wide range of experiences provided through our Arts and Media partnerships with leading industry experts. These include international trips to New York, Berlin and Paris, national competitions, master classes and key note events at Tate Liverpool and a High Profile Annual Exhibition. All New Media Suites. students applying for an Art and Design course A new media facility with separate editing area will be expected to show a portfolio of work at equipped with industry standard editing and interview. image manipulation software.
Sam Morphet, Halewood Academy and Holly Whitmarsh Jones, Wade Deacon High School
66 Graphic Communication Photography A Level A Level COURSE GUIDE 2020 Good design and marketing are an integral part of the Photography is a visual form of communication and our success of a product and therefore the overall success of course will help you develop your photography through a business. Businesses always have to look for new ways conceptual and practical skills within both traditional to attract and retain customers and steal market share and digital technologies. This will allow you to express from competitors. So, your creative nature and interest yourself fully in developing a portfolio for the creative in graphic design could open the door to some very industries exploring fine art and commercial imagery. exciting career opportunities. The team at Cronton has a You will improve your critical, creative and technical diverse range of specialisms, enabling you to experience understanding engaging in the processes and use of
the broadest range of creative techniques possible. photography in past and contemporary society. Within SIXTH FORM CRONTON Within the course there is an equal balance across our purpose built darkroom and studio you will use digital and traditional art mediums. You will embrace traditional and digital processes respectively and be all aspects of the graphic disciplines; advertising, encouraged to develop your own style of photography illustration, typography and packaging. and visual communication.
Fine Art Textiles A Level A Level
As students of Fine Art at Cronton, you will explore and On this course, you will explore a diverse range of textiles develop your creative talents in a purpose built, spacious and fashion techniques, including Batik, silk painting, and light filled art studio. Our team has a wide range of screen-printing, crocheting, felt making, papermaking, specialisms enabling you to experience a broad range sewing, mixed media collage work and more. You will of creative techniques. Working together with tutors, develop ideas for surface design from observing a variety you will develop your ability to appreciate the visual of sources to inspire and inform your creative practice. world and to respond in a personal and creative way. All The course will allow you to develop a diverse portfolio aspects of the Fine Art disciplines are embraced: painting leading to opportunities in textile and fashion design, and drawing, printmaking, sculpture and alternative interior design, costume and theatrical design and media. You will be actively encouraged to develop your fashion communication and direction. You will improve creative flair and self-expression and your work will be your critical, creative and technical understanding, celebrated and showcased in our designated art gallery engaging in the processes and use of textiles in past and area within the College. contemporary society. Within our art and design studio’s you will use traditional and digital processes.
Sam Morphet, Halewood Academy and Holly Whitmarsh Jones, Wade Deacon High School
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Art and Design Fashion Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma
This creative course offers you the opportunity to study This creative and practical course will give you a real under the guidance and support of expert creative insight into the demands of working in the fashion practitioners. Throughout the two years you will have the industry and will help you acquire the knowledge and opportunity to explore; fine art, painting, drawing, print, skills needed to succeed and achieve your goals. You graphics, ceramics, product design, sculpture, fashion will learn a wide range of Fashion and Textile based and textiles, special effects and props, photography, skills, including; pattern cutting, machine skills, garment computer aided design and history of art & design. You construction, design skills, experimental textiles, will be able to undertake live projects linked to outside presentation, fashion history and fashion illustration. agencies and industry-based clients. There will also be Assignments are varied and based on industrial many opportunities to display examples of your artwork scenarios. You will have the opportunity to exhibit your to a professional standard in the School of Creative work at an end of year show and build up an impressive Arts and Media gallery spaces. During the course you portfolio. will build up an impressive portfolio of work, which will prepare you for a successful university application and interview.
Graphic & Digital Design Lens Based Media (Film & Photography) Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma
This creative and practical course will give you the This course explores a broad range of subjects opportunity to explore graphic and digital design associated with the creation of photography and film. practice, through studying and applying the principles You will use professional standard equipment whilst of design, investigating idea generation techniques, exploring a range of photographic and film based and learning both the technical requirements and disciplines. You will also work on a range of projects software skills to produce artwork that reflects current including product/studio photography, fashion professional practice. You will learn how to prepare photography and documentary film making. You will artwork for both print and screen using Macs and learn how to use professional photography and film Adobe applications including Photoshop, Illustrator, equipment as well as developing post production skills and InDesign, through working on a series of exciting using Adobe Photoshop and Premiere. Underpinning projects such as logo and branding design, typography, these topics will be an understanding of the principles advertising, editorial design, packaging design, of art and design and idea generation techniques illustration, photography, image manipulation, and which you will apply to the development of a range of animation. outcomes.
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James Smith
Vocational Results: Level 3 Extended Diploma Graphic Design and Photography Merit
Previously from: The Prescot School
Destination: Falmouth University, Press & Editorial Photography
“The tutors at Cronton are very good and are always there to help and support you. The College aims to get the best out of you.”
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Art and Design Art and Design Level 3/4 Foundation Level 2 UAL Diploma
This one-year course is the most valuable and recognised This exciting one-year Level 2 course offers a broad qualification you can study if you want a career in the overview of the main areas of professional art & design creative industries. It allows you and your art and design practice (including; painting, drawing, printmaking, practice to mature, allowing you to build a professional graphic design, photography, time-based media, 3D portfolio to progress on to university or employment. design, mixed media and textiles). This course also The course is designed to help you experience a wide provides an excellent bridging year if you would like range of art and design disciplines to assist you in making to improve your art & design qualifications profile, or an informed choice as to your specialisation going develop more confidence in a wide-range of art & design forward. You will study several disciplines including fine skills. You will go on a number of trips and visits to art, fashion, graphic design, drawing, 3D design and exhibitions and locations throughout the course, which photography. Once you have chosen your discipline, will inspire your project work and introduce you to the we will help you find the right degree course for you, fascinating and diverse world of art and design culture. with tutors who are professional working artists. You will On successful completion of the Level 2 Diploma, you also have the opportunity to go on international trips to may then progress on to one of the School of Creative locations such as Paris and Berlin. Arts and Media Level 3 pathways.
STUDENT PROFILE: Alex McCafferty
Course: UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design Distinction
Previously from: Ormiston Chadwick Academy
Destination: University of Bolton, Animation and Illustration
“Cronton was somewhere I always wanted to go. The tutors are really friendly and provide me with great feedback I can use to improve my skills.”
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Media Studies now is a much wider subject than just You will engage with a wide range of films from different the role of newspapers and television. These days, countries developing your skills of observation, critical audiences have access to a huge range of entertainment, analysis and personal reflection. Using state of the art information and advertising across a variety of film making technology, you will develop both your platforms. You will explore these key platforms to enable practical and theoretical skills through analysis of film you to increase your understanding of today’s media and sequences and the production of a short film or script. the influential role it plays in daily life. Using our state of Throughout this production you will learn skills in and the art Photoshop package, you will expand both your
be responsible for writing, directing, filming and editing SIXTH FORM CRONTON practical and theoretical skills. You will learn about all giving you valuable Film Industry experience. aspects of the media.
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Students studying on the business courses at Cronton Sixth Form will take part in lectures with guests including ‘Dragons’ Den’ winners and finalists from ‘The Apprentice’. They will also have the opportunity to go on trips to School of Business high profile organisations including to the Houses of Parliament and Jaguar Land Rover.
Over the last year students have taken part in international trips to New York, Brussels and Barcelona. They have also participated in competitions including The National Student Investor Challenge, the ‘Make Your Mark’ competition and have also completed prestigious placements with local MPs and international businesses including Evolution.
Janceal Tero - Level 3 Extended Diploma Business
72 Business Studies Economics A Level A Level COURSE GUIDE 2020 Business Studies is the study of businesses and how Economics is a fascinating and increasingly popular they operate. Whatever career path you chose to subject which examines society’s resources and follow, you will work within a business or organisation how they are allocated. You will study some of the of some kind. This course takes an in-depth look into fundamental forces which affect our everyday lives the business world, examining how firms market their such as employment, wages, the price of goods and products, manage and motivate their staff and ensure services and government policy in terms of taxation that ultimately a profit is made. You will consider how and spending. From a government’s perspective, ‘why businesses ensure they make good quality products does government tax certain goods more than others?’ and external factors, such as the economy, international and ‘how are we affected by what happens in another SIXTH FORM CRONTON trade, industry regulation and how competition might country’s economy?’ You will have opportunities to put affect a firm. This course will provide you with the tools your learning into action by entering essay competitions to think as a business manager and apply your ideas and such as ‘Make your Mark’ advising the Chancellor on business knowledge to the real world. Topics include: economic policy and also competitions run by the Bank Business opportunities and functions (Marketing, of England. Finance, Operations, Human Resources), Business Analysis and Strategy & Business in a changing world.
Business Level 3 Extended Diploma
If you have a keen interest in business and management, then this course would be a great choice. Business is all around us and when you start working, it will almost certainly be in a business of some kind. This course is dynamic, hands on and closely linked to current world business events. You will study economics, accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship, law and human resource management. You will plan real life events, run your own market stall, create your own business plan and have the opportunity to study business on an international trip. Through guest speakers and external visits, you will experience the world of business and develop and discover skills and insights that you will draw upon in the future. Level 3 Business - Brussels
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Cronton Sixth Form College has created a Centre of Excellence for Sport. This Centre A CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN of Excellence has been developed through the recruitment of some of the best teaching staff in the country, the investment in modern sporting facilities, including a state of the art gym, a Health and Fitness Lab in the new IDEA Sport Centre. The College has links with high profile sports clubs and national governing bodies, offering students extensive opportunities and individual sports coaching for all sport disciplines.
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The Centre of Sporting Excellence offers students an elite > Offering students the opportunity to play football, sporting experience including: athletics, rugby, netball, badminton, table tennis, swimming and volleyball in the AOC Sport > International trips to Barcelona and skiing in France competitions
> Up to 5.5 hours of individual coaching and one-to-one > Offer sports science support in the new IDEA Centre SIXTH FORM CRONTON specialist support for talented sports students at for gifted and talented students for all sports Cronton, whether they are studying a sports including athletics, triathlon, gymnastics, qualification or any other course at the College but taekwondo and many more want to further develop in their sport > Work with the relevant professional clubs and > Providing scholarships for exceptional students national governing bodies to maximise player and to support them in purchasing sporting athlete performance within their chosen sport equipment, attending competitive events etc
> Prestigious sporting partners including, Rugby Football League, national sports governing bodies, Halton Sports Partnership, Merseyside Sport, AOC Sport, Widnes Vikings and Macron Sportswear
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Sport
Physical Education Students studying sport at Cronton will be part of a A Level Centre of Sporting Excellence and will have access to the fitness suites in the new IDEA Centre. Our coaches Sport is so much more than just the actual match are committed to helping young athletes develop and or event. It is about the training, the equipment, the excel both academically and professionally. nutrition, the funding, the mind and the science. The course considers the athlete and industry as a whole and Our extensive elite sporting opportunities include has a strong theoretical element amounting to 70% of individual coaching, prestigious and high profile the course. As a Centre of Excellence, we have excellent sporting partnerships, scholarships, links with facilities and industry links as well as a teaching team governing bodies and an international ski trip. The with a wealth of sporting experience. You will develop as focus is on encouraging and supporting every student an athlete with bespoke coaching sessions and will be in maximising their performance in their chosen assessed practically in your chosen sport. sport.
Sport Personal Training (Gym Based Exercise) Level 3 National Extended Diploma YMCA Level 3 Diploma
As well as a practical knowledge of sport, this course will This is a one year intensive course leading to an industry give you an opportunity to improve your performance recognised qualification. You will study and achieve analysis skills and understand the psychology of sports the Level 2 Fitness Instructor (Gym-Based Exercise) and performers. It deals with the theory of the principles Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training. The course covers and practices within the sport, coaching and exercise subjects including both theory and practical work and science industries and analysing the many aspects of as a Centre of Sporting Excellence we have extensive sport. In addition to your main qualification, you may links with local gyms to ensure that you gain real work also have the opportunity to gain coaching, officiating experience. Our own gym has the latest equipment where and first aid awards. If you are interested in any of the you will learn cutting edge training techniques. You will following careers; sports science, coaching science, also benefit from industry visits, guest speakers and gain fitness instructor, PE teacher, the leisure industry, sports additional qualifications such as Level 2 Studio Cycling, nutritionist, sports psychologist or sports therapy then Level 2 Circuit Training and Level 2 Kettlebells to really set this is the course for you. you up for the world of work.
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Combining classroom theory with practical sporting This practical one year course will give you an ideal performance, this one year course is ideal if you want introduction to the industry as well as developing the a career in Sport, Sports Coaching and Sport Science. essential skills and knowledge needed for a career in It gives an introduction to a number of roles within the the sport and leisure sector. You will experience a variety fitness and sporting world and covers a wide variety of of practical sports and also develop your work skills sports related subjects. You will learn about nutrition, such as self-management, communication and working anatomy and how the body works, health and safety, safely. Cronton is a Centre of Sporting Excellence and training and fitness, how to plan and deliver effective has excellent industry links from which you will benefit SIXTH FORM CRONTON coaching sessions and will take part in practical from industry visits and guest speakers. Our tutors have sport and work experience. In addition to your main a wealth of sporting experience and will fully support qualification, you may also have the opportunity to gain your progress on the course and in your chosen sport. In coaching awards and take part in a variety of enrichment addition to your main qualification, you may also have activities. the opportunity to gain coaching awards.
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Industry placement and experience is a vital part of all of the Health and Social Care and Health Studies qualifications. During the course, students will experience a variety Health and Social Care of work experience placements including hospitals, nurseries, primary schools and social care settings. Our innovative and Nursing partnerships in the Health Sector allow us to access prestigious work placements within Warrington Hospital, the NHS and Community Integrated Care (CIC).
Stephanie Cullen, Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy
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If you are planning a career as a nurse, teacher, social Students studying Health and Social Care will gain worker, midwife or occupational therapist, then this both theoretical knowledge and invaluable practical course will equip you with the range of skills and experience to enable them to progress to employment knowledge needed. On this course, you will gain a broad or further education in their chosen sector. Health and understanding of health, social care and children’s Social Care students will benefit from our new clinical working environments. Our fantastic simulated ward, practice ward with the latest equipment. All students with manikin patients and an accessible care suite, must complete a DBS before carrying out placement. will allow you to experience a real work environment.
This will be completed within the college at a cost of Voluntary work placements, in both adult and child SIXTH FORM CRONTON £44 (subject to change). settings, underpin the course and enable you to relate theory and practice. This course is an industry recognised qualification and is an ideal start to your career in this rewarding sector. As part of this course students must undertake a minimum of 100 hours placement within a variety of age ranges.
Health Studies (Nursing Cadet Programme) Level 3 Extended Diploma
If you are considering a career in Nursing or any of the healthcare professions, this innovative course will give you a broad insight and invaluable experience in a variety of different healthcare settings. You will study a variety of topics including Anatomy and Physiology, Psychology, Sociology, Physiological Disorders and Science for Health and will attend a rotation of clinical placements for two days a week at Warrington and Halton Hospital Trusts gaining valuable hands on experience. In our fantastic new 4-bed ward with simulated patients and an accessible care suite, you will carry out many of the practical elements of the course, providing you with the knowledge and qualities for you to progress in your chosen career.
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Students will benefit from talks at college by industry guest speakers and residential trips, including a five day placement at an army base and a three day expedition to the Public Services Lake District. Learners will also participate in a variety of activities, including walking in Wales, Yorkshire and Cheshire, mountain biking, BMX biking, local bouldering, climbing, kayaking and raft building. Students will experience a wide variety of volunteering opportunities and will benefit from our links with local and national public services.
Jamie Tessyman, Wade Deacon High School
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Public Services COURSE GUIDE 2020 Students studying Public Services will cover a broad Level 3 Extended Diploma range of subjects across industries including; the emergency services, armed services, local authority, If you see your future working in public services, this custodial services, the criminal justice sector, exciting two year course is an ideal foundation on which to build your chosen career pathway; whether voluntary sector and charitable organisations. it be gaining employment in a public services industry or progressing to university to achieve a degree. You After completing this versatile course our students will gain a range of knowledge and skills from both
have progressed onto a variety of different degrees theoretical and practical study. You will develop key SIXTH FORM CRONTON and careers including Public Services, Criminology, team working, leadership and problem solving skills and and Criminal Justice, Law, Policing, Law and will be continually assessed over the two years through Investigation, Psychology combined with Criminology a variety of assessment methods. You will improve your and Theology and Sports and Coaching. Students fitness levels and will benefit from exciting trips and have also progressed onto a range of frontline, civilian guest speakers. Our expert Public Services tutors will support, management and administrative roles in encourage you to exceed your expectations and move a both the armed and emergency services. step closer to your ideal career.
Public Services Public Services Level 2 Diploma Level 1 Diploma
This course is designed to equip you with the necessary This one year course is a great first step to a career skills and knowledge to enter careers including the in public services or the sport and leisure industry, emergency services, armed services, prison service, providing a solid foundation of knowledge in these customs, local authority and the voluntary sector. You areas. You will develop relevant skills and knowledge will study a range of theoretical and practical subjects through a series of practical and work skills units. and be assessed through professional methods. You will You also cover fitness and exercise, expedition skills, attend a week long residential work placement on an leadership development and customer services. We army base and attend a camping and hiking expedition. have excellent industry links and you will benefit from We will also help you to develop your fitness levels with industry visits and talks by guest speakers. Our tutors regular participation in fitness activities, both in and have a wealth of experience and will fully support your out of college. The College has excellent links with local progress on the course. public services and organises informative trips and visiting speakers.
Jamie Tessyman, Wade Deacon High School
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How to Apply Application Deadlines: A Level Courses Wednesday 4th December 2019 Vocational Courses Friday 24th January 2020
Course information and application: Step 2: Set a Date > If you would like more information about a course you Once we receive your application form, you will receive an are interested in you can look on the College website. appointment for your admissions interview, this may take Here you will find a course information sheet for each place at the College or in your school. At your interview you course that gives details of what you will study, how you will have the opportunity to ensure that the course(s) you will pass the course and any special equipment you will have chosen are right for you and your future career goals. need to purchase. Step 3: The Offer > If you would like to speak to a member of the teaching At the end of your interview, if you and the interviewer staff about a particular course you can come along to decide that this is the right course for you, you will be one of our Open Evenings. offered a place at the College. Your offer will be conditional on you achieving certain grades in your GCSEs. > Open Evenings are a good way to meet course tutors, talk to current students and see the facilities. Step 4: New Student Day You will be invited to a New Student Day in July, where you The Open Evening dates are listed on page 83. Once you will sample your subjects, meet tutors and fellow students to have decided which course(s) you want to study you will prepare you for the start of the term. need to complete an application. > A Level New Student Day - Tuesday 7th July 2020 > Vocational New Student Day - Wednesday 8th July 2020 Apply online at www.cronton.ac.uk Step 5: Enrolment Any questions? Call our Admissions Team In August, once you have received your GCSE results, you’ll on 0151 257 2022 or email [email protected] be invited into college to complete your enrolment.
Apply now to secure your place: Step 6: The Experience Step 1: Fill in an application form In September your new course and life at college begins! Apply online at www.cronton.ac.uk
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