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back to contents Here are some tips on how to get the best from your prospectus.
Check out the contents page opposite! We have many different sections in the prospectus, which we hope will cover any questions you may have. Whether that is going down the traditional route of A-Levels or you are doing something completely different such as Apprenticeships! welcome
What do You have so many different opportunities I want waiting for you after Year 11, and this decision may affect how you use the getting to do? prospectus. started See our Apprenticeships, Foundation Learning & Employment section from page 13 if you are thinking about going down the employment with training route or need some extra preparation moving before an apprenticeship. Thinking forward abouttraining? work or
See our Course Listings on page 34-41. Now that you have identified what schools/ colleges offer the course you want to apprenticeships, do, why not check out their page. This starts from page 45. foundation, employment Schools/ colleges can only write so much. Why not check out the centre pages for the Open Event Calendar (it pulls out!) to see when your potential school/ college Planning to is hosting an open day/evening. This is a great way to go on and do get the answers to any questions that the prospectus may not have. A-Levels or SEND BTECs? advice We have also added a checklist page just for you!
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back to contents Who we are...... 4 Application Form, Open Event Calendar and Course Listings...... 31 Welcome ...... 5 • How to apply to Sixth Form and College Getting Started ...... 6 • What type of course suits me? • Vocational Course Listings welcome Moving Forward ...... 8 • AS and A Level Course Listings • How can I prepare for my interview? • GCSE Course Listings • How can I get financial help and support • Other Croydon Colleges and Sixth Forms to help me stay on my course? • Map of Croydon Schools and Colleges • What if things don’t work out? – Useful links getting and advice School and College Sixth started • What type of learning environment suits me? Forms in Croydon...... 45 • Choose Your Future • Archbishop Tenison’s Church of England Sixth Form Apprenticeships, Foundation • The BRIT School Learning and Employment...... 13 moving • Capel Manor College • Work Based Learning – Apprenticeships Crystal Palace Park Campus forward • Work Based Learning – Traineeships • Coloma Convent Girls’ School • Traineeship and Alternative Post‑16 • Coulsdon Sixth Form College Study Programme Providers • Croydon College • Employment With Training and Work Experience • Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form apprenticeships, • Harris Sixth Form foundation, Croydon Apprenticeship Academy. 20 employment • John Ruskin College Advice for Pupils with • Norbury Manor Business and Enterprise College Special Educational Needs • Oasis Academy Shirley Park or Disabilities (SEND) or Additional • The Quest Academy SEND Support Needs...... 21 • Riddlesdown Collegiate, College VI advice • Advice for Pupils with Special Educational • Shirley High School Performing Arts College Needs or Disabilities (SEND) • St Joseph’s College • The Local Offer for Special Educational • Thomas More Catholic School Needs or Disabilities • Woodcote High School • Directory of Special Schools course • Local Colleges: Support Provision for Students Post-16 Checklist ...... 63 listings With SEND and Additional Support Needs Open Event Calendar ...... 64 • Frequently Asked Questions: Local Colleges Support Services • Checklist for Pupils with SEND/ schools/ Additional Support Needs colleges Important Note The information about the organisations in this booklet has been provided by the schools, colleges and training providers themselves. Information is accurate at time of going to print but this may change so please check with the providers for up-to-date information. useful info /
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back to contents We would like to take this opportunity to wish you a great start to Year 11. The team at Croydon Council in partnerships with a number of schools, colleges and training providers have prepared the information in this booklet to support you with decisions about your future options and career.
What we do i Encourage all young people aged 16 – 18, who are welcome resident in the borough to participate in suitable In order to help you with your post 16 plans, employment, education or training. Croydon Council makes this prospectus available ii. Ensure all Year 11 aged young people educated in to Yr. 11 students attending Croydon schools. The Croydon have a post 16 plan and an offer of learning prospectus, which has impartial information and for the September following their GCSEs results. advice, should be used in conjunction with the iii.Report the above information to the Government; getting careers guidance you receive from your school the Department for Education. Careers Adviser. started In order to help us achieve this, we work closely Once you have left Year 11, there are a number of with Croydon schools and colleges, who provide ways we support you and keep in touch: us with information about their students, i. We produce resources, like this prospectus, to e.g. telling us who is enrolled and what they are studying. We also work with other local help you with your choices. moving authorities across England, sharing information forward ii. We are likely to contact you or your parent/ about students in our areas, e.g. if you live in carer by letter, email, phone call or social media Bromley, but attend a Croydon school, we will to ensure that accurate information is held share information with Bromley Council. There is about you. We will always tell you who we a chance too, that your home borough will be in are and why we’re calling. To see how we use touch with you. It is advisable that you and your apprenticeships, your personal information, please see www. parents / carers check how your details are stored foundation, croydon.gov.uk/democracy/data-protection- and used at sixth forms/colleges. employment freedom-information/privacy-notices/ education-youth-engagement-service- What you can do privacy-notice. (and why you should) iii With your permission, we can refer you to other suitable organisations for further advice & support. • Keep your school and us informed on what your SEND plans are and what you’re doing. We work closely with the schools and colleges in advice • Respond to any letters, emails we send or phone Croydon who help us by providing information calls that we make to you. The sooner you on their students, for example enrolment lists. respond, the less contact attempts we’ll make. For example, if you live in Bromley but attend a Croydon school, we will share information with • Use the guidance in this prospectus, from your Bromley Council. Careers Adviser and from the places you apply to, course to increase your chances of a smooth transition. listings Why we do it Who to contact The law states that you must participate in learning (school, college, apprenticeship, etc) Year 11 age: for post-16 options advice please until your 18th birthday or when you achieve the approach your current school or learning provider. schools/ equivalent of 2 A Levels. Age 16-19 and not in any form of education, employment or training: colleges As with all English local authorities, Croydon Council has a legal responsibility to: / [email protected] [ 020 8726 7485 X www.croydon.gov.uk/16-19options useful info /
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5 X please findaninteractive at: version online aCroydonattend school, are aparent/ carer orprofessional If you want to follow thelinksinthisProspectus, ordonot been given for your anallocation school. speak to your HeadofYear orCareers Coordinator whohas havewill received apapercopy ofthisProspectus. Ifnotplease If you are aYear aCroydon 11 studentattending school, you Prospectus online meet your needs. pagespull-out andpage 43for details ofuseful websites to findoutaboutother suitable options to onoptions notlisted inthisProspectusinformation pleasespeakto your careers adviserandseeour available inandoutofCroydon Ifyou borough, needmore we cannot oftheseinthisbooklet. listall Due to thehighnumber ofmainstream andspecialistpost-16 providers for are young peoplethat or askthemfor copies oftheirprospectuses. course. Ifyou want more aboutacourse information simply go to theindividualproviders’ own website Year 11.Because itcovers such awiderange to itcannot attempt include abouteach detailed information This prospectus contains aboutthehuge information range are ofchoices that available to you after What thisprospectuscoversandwhatitdoesnot • • • • • • included to helpguideyou inmakingyour choices include: This bookletisdesignedto helpyou make aninformed choice aboutyour post-16 Topics education. providers you speakto, that helpyou will make thebestchoices available to you. advice andguidancefrom your school, Careers Adviser, professionals, support parents/carers andpost-16 choicesis oneofthemostimportant you have to make, andwe hopetheProspectus combined with to helpyou choose thenext steps towards therightfuture for you. therightcourses Selecting andcareer Welcome to Prospectus 2019-20.We have produced thisbookletto offeryou andadvice information How to findoutmore Openevent calendar How to apply Where intheCroydon area you can go to dothecourse you want The different typesofpost-16 courses onoffer isrightfor to you thinkaboutwhendecidingwhat What on theYoung Croydon website https://youngcroydon.org.uk/14-19options/ Welcome To TheCroydonPost-16 Prospectus Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20 | www.youngcroydon.org.uk
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back to contents Why do I have to stay in learning Did you know? until I am 18 years old? There is a lot of research conducted about the benefits of staying in learning beyond 16. Staying People with 5 or more GCSE’s at in learning can offer you a better opportunity grades 9-4 including English and maths welcome to gain more qualifications that can help you to (old grades A*-C) earn on average, increase your future prospects to secure a better 9-11% more than those without. This job, or earn more money. could be anyour extra lifetime! £80,000 over Research suggests that by staying in learning beyond 16 you will: getting • Have more opportunities for a better job started or career. • Be able to gain more qualifications that can Did you know? help you to earn more money. • Have more choice and control over your future. Getting a level 3 apprenticeship increases earnings by an estimated moving This does not mean you must stay in school; you £105,000 and a level 2 apprenticeship forward will be able to choose one of the following options by £73,000 post-16: • Full-time education, such as school, college or home education. • An apprenticeship or traineeship. apprenticeships, • Part-time education or training if you are foundation, employed, self-employed or volunteering employment full-time (which is defined as 20 hours or more a week). Did you know? GCSE maths and English Getting two or more A Levels leads SEND retakes to men earning £80,000 and women advice £110,000 moretheir overlifetime. the course of If you do not get a minimum grade 4 in maths and/or English GCSE in the summer, then you will need to continue studying these subjects until you get at least a grade 4 at GCSE or until course the end of your education. This option will be listings available to you at your school or college so please ask for information. Work-Based learning qualifications are great if you like to learn by doing, schools/ or want to train on the job, e.g. an colleges apprenticeship or traineeship. See pages 13-20
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You will not be in trouble but you do need to get • How do you learn best? When you’re given some help. a task to do/watching someone do it first/if welcome There is nothing wrong with ‘not knowing’ what someone explains it to you. Thinking about these you want to do. If there is anything that you are things will help you pick a course that you are unsure of when looking at courses, you can: more likely to enjoy. • Speak with your school Careers Advisor who can • List the skills you are good at. help you with information about different jobs • Find at least three other providers offering your and career pathways. getting chosen course and visit them. started • Ask your parents/carers and teachers what they think your best skills are. • Draw a road map to your career using your pathway research and display it. • Use a range of websites, including your own schools, that can help you; (some are included • Research a ‘day in the life’ of someone in your on our pull-out page). profession and create a poster. moving • Check your (careers) library for college open • Create a contacts list in your phone or diary that forward dates and other resources. includes three careers websites. • Visit as many open days as you can. This will • Photocopy the application and complete it – help you to consider different schools and include questions to ask your interviewer! colleges that might suit you. See the centre • Identify someone you admire for their pages. apprenticeships, achievements – find out how they got to foundation, • Ask if you can attend a taster session in an area where they are. employment you find interesting. • Write an introduction speech for someone • Remember if you do not get a minimum grade 4 who is introducing YOU at a public event in in GCSE maths and/or English you will need to TEN years’ time! carry on studying these subjects until you do, SEND alongside whatever else you do. advice • Often people change careers along the way. Ask teachers, parents/carers, or employers if they always wanted to do what they do now; you might be surprised to hear what they say! course listings
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Whether you are planning to stay on at your During Your Interview: school, go to college or get a job with training • Arrive 10 to 15 minutes early. If necessary (apprenticeship or traineeship), you will be test the time of the journey the day before expected to attend an interview. Here are some the interview. welcome top tips. • Don’t chew gum or smell like smoke. Before Your Interview: • Turn your mobile off before the interview. • Learn all you can about your chosen course and school/college as interviewers expect you to • Don’t interrupt the interviewer even arrive knowing background information. If you if you are anxious or enthusiastic about getting don’t do your research, you will look like you are answering the question. started not really interested in the course. You have to • Listen carefully to each question you are asked be able to answer the critical question of why and give thoughtful, to-the-point and honest you would like to study that subject. answers. Ask for clarification if you don’t understand a question. It is OK to take a few • Prepare your clothes for the interview by making moments of silence to gather your thoughts sure they are smart, clean and that you look tidy. moving before answering. Your attire should be noticed as being appropriate forward and well-fitting but it should not take centre stage. • Be aware of your non-verbal behaviours. Smile When in doubt always dress more professionally as often as you can, maintain eye contact but rather than more casually. don’t stare the interviewer down; learn forward, but don’t invade the interviewer’s personal space. Sit up straight and still in your seat; avoid apprenticeships, Take the fidgeting and slouching. foundation, employment • It is important to be enthusiastic, confident and Interview Challenge energetic but not aggressive, pushy or self-centred. Write out a set of questions you may That fine line is important. If you find yourself be asked and also that you want to ask trying hard to sell yourself you are probably crossing the line. Instead pull back, be confident (you can ask a teacher or parent/ carer reassuring and calm. SEND to do this with you). advice • Try not to make negative comments about Prepare a table that has your questions previous teachers or yourself. in it and ask your interviewer to score your responses between 1-5. At The End Of Your Interview Comments • Make sure you understand what happens after Questions the interview; know when and whom you should course expect to hear from next. Find out what action listings you are expected to take next, if any. • When the interviewer concludes the interview, offer a firm handshake and make eye contact. Read through the comments and repeat! For further information and to arrange a mock schools/ Well done and keep practising! interview speak to your school Careers Adviser colleges or Coordinator.
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How can I get financial help and support to For advice speak to student support help me stay on my course? services or your tutor, or go to: X www.gov.uk/1619-bursary-fund The type of financial help available will depend on welcome your individual circumstances. Young people who For general advice about money need some financial support to help them stay in and finances go to: education or training after 16 can apply to their X www.gov.uk/further-education-courses/ school, college or training provider for the 16-19 financial-help Bursary Fund. getting Those most in need may be eligible for a bursary started of £1200* a year. This includes young people in care, care leavers, young people receiving income Remember! support or Universal Credit and disabled young If you have had additional people receiving both Employment Support help with your work at school Allowance and Disability Living Allowance or Personal Independence Payments. tell your college so they can make moving sure you get any help you need forward Other students facing financial difficulties may to succeed with your course. also be able to claim a bursary to help with costs of transport, food, equipment or other course- See pages 21-30. related costs. apprenticeships, You have to apply directly to your school, college or foundation, training provider for a bursary. In most cases they employment decide on the amount you could receive, when it is paid, and what conditions they might attach. For more information on financial support, including assistance with travel, particularly if SEND you have specific special educational needs or disabilities that may affect how you travel, visit : advice X www.croydon.gov.uk/education/schools- travel/travel-assistance-for-ages-16-25- in-education
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back to contents Training Centres/ Further Education (FE) College Apprenticeship Providers FE Colleges offer a wide range of courses from A Levels, BTECs, apprenticeships, skills for working Training centres are a great place to undertake life, ESOL, to higher education programmes. traineeships or study programmes if you need to They cater for adults of all ages as well as increase your functional or employability skills young people, so typically have larger and busier welcome before starting college or work and are small and campuses with various facilities for their various supportive settings. Their main specialism is to departments. You may enjoy them if you are ready provide you with knowledge and training for work and able to manage your learning independently when you are doing an apprenticeship. They are as time-tabling will be less rigid outside of your typically more business-like to get you in the habit class hours. You may not like them if you need of work and can also be based in colleges. They a smaller more nurturing environment. getting may suit you if you need a helping hand or are started focussed on gaining employment with a recognised qualification. Specialist Colleges/ Independent Special Schools School Sixth Form moving If you have any special educational needs or A school sixth form is within a school and is for disabilities (SEND) that cannot be catered for in forward years 12-13/14. You are still likely to adhere to one of Croydon borough’s four Special Schools, school rules and standards but learning and (see page 25) the borough’s colleges or other time-tabling is likely to be more flexible. You may grant maintained colleges, you may be advised by have the option of wearing your own clothes or your SEND support professionals to consider a you may need to dress in business attire, e.g. suit. post-16 provider outside of the borough, or with apprenticeships, A Levels are the main offer, with some offering a an independent post-16 special school/ college. foundation, handful of vocational courses. You may enjoy a As all young people’s needs are different and employment sixth form if you enjoy the familiarity and support individual please see the information on pages of your current or new school. You may not like 21-30 for how to go about getting support and this if you need variety in your course and subject finding the right place for you. offer. There will be opportunities to represent your SEND school through enrichment activities. advice Sixth Form (16-19) College Sixth form colleges are dedicated centres for 16-19 year olds and typically offer A Levels course in addition to vocational programmes which listings are courses directly related to work areas e.g. business, and some offer apprenticeships. They have an independent feel whilst still remaining small enough not to be too overwhelming. You can wear your own clothes. You may enjoy a sixth schools/ form college if you are looking for a change but wish to be around your age group. You may not colleges like this if you seek more variety, space or a more adult feel to your learning environment.
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Don’t panic. Keep moving forward. to get on/stay on my course: Keep thinking things through. Best options: If you think that you are losing interest in your Speak to someone at your school/college; they will welcome course, speak to your tutor. Try to work out: be happy to help you find an alternative course. • If the current unit/topic is too hard. Ask your Also, why not speak to the school or college you tutor for extra help. applied to; they may offer you a place on your chosen course anyway or an opportunity to go on • If you are unhappy with the provider, speak another one. to your tutor. getting Other options: • If you are no longer interested in the subject started Look in this prospectus and choose another area or have changed career path. school/college or training provider who might have • If you are unhappy with the way the course a course that you would like to go to. Look at their is structured you might prefer to study for website to see if there are any entry requirements a vocational qualification instead of an academic and then give them a call. moving qualification that is in a similar area, for example forward BTEC Business or an Apprenticeship What can I do if I don’t have in Engineering. (m)any GCSEs? It is worth remembering that your interests might change. Before making any decision, We encourage you to contact colleges directly to talk to the Careers Advisor at your school or request an assessment and to discuss your individual apprenticeships, college and ask what else you could do and circumstances before making an application. You foundation, where this new direction could lead you. By may also need to consider a more flexible study employment law, they must give you impartial (fair and programme at a smaller training centre, traineeship, unbiased) advice. Also talk to your or course at an out of borough or specialist college. parents/carers and teachers. See pages 13-30 and 43 for more information on these options. SEND advice Take the ‘back on track’ challenge
course List the advantages and listings disadvantages of remaining with your chosen course. When you have finished, list the advantages and disadvantages of schools/ changing or leaving your course. colleges
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welcome Michelle Williams, 24, is a former Croydon Council apprentice, now in full-time work for Live Well Croydon. getting Michelle has been in her started job for eight months and likes helping people make positive choices.
“I work with a lot of people who have mental health concerns. I’m moving the first person people speak with forward when they call the service looking for a health MOT. This helps them combat alcohol abuse, encourages them to live healthy lifestyles and apprenticeships, to lose weight. foundation, Croydon has London’s biggest youth population. employment The number of young people in the borough is predicted “The job opens your eyes to a lot to reach upwards of 130,800 by 2041. of things that concern people and That’s a staggering 29% of Croydon’s population. it’s great to be part of a team Your voice is important to shaping the future of the that is there to help.” SEND borough. Your concerns are Croydon’s concerns. The advice “Choose Your Future” campaign exists to tackle your concerns about jobs and employment as well as others such as safety and mental health. Find out more This is one of the council’s top priorities, working with course other local organisations to support young people into choose-your-future.com work and entrepreneurship. listings The campaign came out of Croydon’s first Youth Congress in 2017. Thousands of you have been involved – joining the #chooseyourfuture conversation, electing your first Croydon Young Mayor, starting apprenticeships, training and much more. @yourcroydon @yourcroydon schools/ colleges
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back to contents I want to earn whilst I learn – How do I prepare for and apply What can apprenticeships do for me? to become an apprentice? Apprenticeships are an excellent way of Apprenticeships are hard work. You have to gaining qualifications and workplace experience be committed, reliable, and a good communicator. for a specific type of career. As an employee, Employers know that you are learning, so be welcome you can ‘earn as you learn’ and gain honest about the skills you need to develop. practical skills that will help you to progress You can start to prepare for an apprenticeship into full employment or further study. early by making sure you: As an apprentice, part of your time will be • Understand basic workplace expectations, e.g. spent working towards nationally recognised arriving to work on time is essential; you can vocational qualifications, including English, practice this by making sure you’re on time to getting maths (that all employers value) and technical school every day. started certificates. Depending on the grades and subjects you expect to achieve, you can start • Keep a positive attitude towards learning new an apprenticeship at one of two levels: skills, even though it might be tough. • Take good self-care. Your apprenticeship might Intermediate level apprenticeships involve early starts or a lot of physical activity. Intermediate apprentices work towards • Keep working hard to achieve good marks in moving work-based learning qualifications such as an NVQ forward your English and maths exams. Ask a teacher for level 2, key skills and, in some cases, a relevant extra help with this if you need to. knowledge-based qualification such as a BTEC. • Set yourself small targets for skills you want Advanced level apprenticeships to improve. You might choose to improve your organisational skills, handwriting or Advanced level apprentices work towards communication. apprenticeships, work-based learning qualifications such as NVQ foundation, level 3, key skills and, in most cases, a relevant • Know your interests and abilities. employment knowledge-based certificate such as a BTEC. For more information on apprenticeships and how to apply for them, please see the following websites: X SEND www.gov.uk/apprenticeships-guide advice Myth: X www.gov.uk/careers-helpline-for-teenagers Apprenticeships are a second best option for young people who course aren’t very smart. listings False! Apprenticeships offer an equal route into many professions, with over schools/ 23,000 different ones listed on the ‘Find Apprenticeship’ website every month colleges from level 2 upwards including degree apprenticeships!
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back to contents What is a Traineeship? What type of work can I get on a If you are not quite ready for work, Traineeships Traineeship? are a great way to improve your understanding of Traineeships are available in over 170 different the skills and qualities needed to start a job with industries, so there is lots to choose from! training (apprenticeship). Examples include: Dental Nursing, Marketing, welcome What will I get? Furniture, Furnishings and Interiors, Retail, Business Administration, Construction and • A regular work placement that can last Childcare. Croydon and London on the whole have anything from 6 weeks to 6 months. a wide variety of training providers with vacancies • Help to develop your skills and readiness for across many of these sectors. getting work or learning. Many of these opportunities will lead to paid started • Functional Skills: On the days you are not apprenticeships in the same or similar fields. in your work place you can study towards improving your skills in maths and English (if you Who is eligible for a Traineeship? have not already achieved a grade 4/Level 2 or above). You can apply for a Traineeship if you are: moving • Flexible training and support: you will have • A 16-24 year old school leaver who has not forward access to training on a number of topics that will achieved a level 3 qualification, e.g. 3 or more help prepare you for working life or continuing in A Levels or a BTEC Diploma (if you have a education or training, e.g. job search, interview learning difficulty or disability, this is applicable skills, health and safety, team building. up to age 25). • An exit interview at the end of your work • Unemployed or working less than 16 hours apprenticeships, placement; this will be a really useful opportunity a week and have little or no work experience. foundation, to get some feedback on the skills and knowledge employment you have developed, as well as learning about • Eligible to live and work in the UK. what you can improve to be ready for an apprenticeship, job or further education. What next? • Support from your training provider to access If you are ready for an apprenticeship or work, SEND apprenticeship opportunities at your place your training provider will connect you with live advice of work (if these are available) or learning vacancies, and support you to develop the skills opportunities elsewhere i.e. college or sixth form. to apply for opportunities. • You will not get paid on a Traineeship but some employers or training providers may be More Information able to support you by paying for your travel Please visit the X www.gov.uk/find-traineeship and lunch costs. course website to find out more and apply for traineeships. listings
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back to contents There are a number of post-16 providers in When do these courses run? and close to Croydon borough who provide an alternative offer of training to schools, colleges • Traineeships: normally offered at different and apprenticeships. times of the year. These may be suitable for you if you are not • Foundation Learning/Post-16 Study quite ready yet for sixth form/college or an Programmes: Some will start at September like welcome apprenticeship. They may also be a good choice if a typical mainstream college course and may be you prefer to be in a class with a smaller group size. offered by colleges whereas some will start Some providers offer traineeships, short at different points in the academic year. employability courses, foundation learning • Employability Courses: these run several times or post-16 study programmes which could be across the year and can be as short as 1 week or getting a stepping stone to a college course, work or as long as 3 months. an apprenticeship. started Many give you the chance to build up your More Information confidence and employability skills. This could help you get a taste of employment in a career industry If you come towards the end of year 11, and you are trying to find out more about, and get into feel that you are unsure about or not ready if your GCSE results didn’t go the way you hoped. for a traditional sixth form/college course/ moving apprenticeship, in addition to the list of providers forward What are employability skills? on the next page, please find information about opportunities from alternative post-16 providers Employability skills are a range of abilities you on X www.croydon.gov.uk/16-19options. At can develop and will need for the world of work. that time, you can also check our monthly bulletins For example, this could be: with upcoming courses for that month, in addition apprenticeships, to other information and resources. • Learning how to use ICT packages to write foundation, a letter on Microsoft Word. employment • Completing a literacy or numeracy qualification to get up to grade 4/level 2 in English and Mathematics. SEND • Learning how to communicate effectively advice and politely with colleagues or customers. • Getting a work taster to develop work experience or an entry level qualification for that industry. course listings Croydon Works Many local businesses including the Council also advertise their apprenticeship/traineeship vacancies with Croydon Works. Please check schools/ X www.croydonworks.co.uk. colleges
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back to contents Please find a list of local training providers below and also checkX www.croydon.gov.uk/16-19options for our monthly bulletins with upcoming courses as you approach the end of year 11.
Provider Name and Contact Information Vocational Areas Croydon College Traineeships/Apprenticeships Various: welcome College Road, Croydon, London CR9 1DX enquire directly with Provider [ 020 8686 5700 / [email protected] X www.croydon.ac.uk/apprenticeships JACE Training and Assessment Centre Study Programmes / Traineeships / 1st Floor, Old Town Hall, Woodcote Road, Apprenticeships: Childcare, Playwork, Youth getting Wallington, Surrey, SM6 0NB Work, Health and Social Care, Teaching Assistant, started [ 020 8773 8146 / [email protected] Team Leader / Supervisor, Customer Service, X www.jace-training.co.uk Business and Administration, PE & School Sports, Surveying Technician, Hospitality, Catering.
John Ruskin College Apprenticeships: enquire directly with Provider. Selsdon Park Road, Croydon, CR2 8JJ moving / [email protected] forward [ 02086521131 X www.johnruskin.ac.uk
London Learning Consortium Traineeships (16-24)/ Apprenticeships/ Positive Christopher Wren Yard, 119 High Street, Directions Programme with free training 1st Floor, Croydon, CR0 1QG Accounting, ESOL, Functional Skills, ICT, apprenticeships, [ 020 8774 4040 07469147498 Supporting Teaching & Learning. foundation, / [email protected] employment X www.londonlc.org.uk/ Palace for Life Foundation Opportunities for Success (Croydon College), Selhurst Park Stadium, Holmesdale Road Premier League Inspires, Football College London SE25 6UF Education Academies, Traineeships, Talent Match and Employability Programmes SEND [ 0208 768 6047 / [email protected] X www.palaceforlife.org Stewarding, Customer Services, Hospitality, advice Sports Coaching, Construction, Security, Railway Engineering, Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools Sutton and District Training Study Programmes/ Traineeships/ 240-244 High Street, Sutton, SM1 1PA Apprenticeships course [ 020 8687 5225 / [email protected] Functional Skills, ESOL, Various; enquire directly listings X www.suttondistrict.co.uk with Provider.
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back to contents How can I find employment or work Part-time work experience? Some young people work part-time around their In an increasingly competitive job market you need course hours and find this a very helpful way to to start thinking about how you can develop the develop their work skills and get in the practice of skills required for work. You may want to build on the working life. Check your school’s or college’s rules welcome skills and experiences you gained during your work regarding part-time work as it is important to ensure experience, gain an insight into a new industry or you have time for studying and enrichment activities. profession, enhance your CV or build your confidence in a real work environment. Volunteering and enrichment Supporting schemes in or out of your school or college getting Work experience started is a great and meaningful way to develop the skills Although your school sixth form or college may have and qualities you will need for life and work. Take a an organised programme, you may need to find a look at the various opportunities available to you work experience placement yourself. Please see the locally and further afield via www.cvalive.org.uk/ following link www.croydon.gov.uk/advice/jobs- volunteering and https://do-it.org. Find out how moving and-training-0 for tips on finding work. Please also you can represent your school in any activities that check the ‘legal stuff’ on how many hours you can will help you develop new skills e.g. Duke of Edinburgh forward work at: www.croydon.gov.uk/business/licences/ Award, sports, or being the events manager for your child-licences/regulations. Additionally some end of year prom! post-16 courses have specific requirements in relation to work experience, e.g. childcare courses may include the requirement to complete a certain number of apprenticeships, work placement hours. Ask your prospective college Holiday work foundation, or sixth form about what they offer and the support This is a great way for you to find temporary work employment available to you. at a time that does not disrupt you from studying and achieving your potential! You will need to search in advance of any key holiday periods as you will be competing with other students from age 16 Employment with training – SEND upwards. Take a look at the links above for finding Apprenticeship work and use the following links for ideas: https:// advice Previous work experience is good preparation for nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/get-a-job/ an apprenticeship, which is a great way to ‘earn advertised-job-vacancies. while you learn.’ Please see pages 13-20 for more information on apprenticeships and traineeships or course visit www.getingofar.gov.uk Helping out at home listings Helping out in family life helps to develop many qualities that are important in work, e.g. being caring and reliable (baby-sitting), organisation (family business), communication etc. schools/ colleges
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back to contents Tips • Create a CV and Letter of Application (cover • Take up opportunities and responsibilities that letter) template and save this to a USB. You never come up at school, college or home that take know when you will need it again and can update you out of your comfort zone and will help you it as you gain new skills, qualities, qualifications build confidence. and experiences. welcome • Speak to your school’s career adviser about how • Network: Speak to employers to see what you can gain experience of the industry you are opportunities are out there. Dress appropriately hoping to go into. Make your choices count! and speak clearly and professionally when meeting them. You will need to weigh up the pros and cons of each option when thinking about how you are going to getting • Attend careers fairs to meet employers, colleges manage your time in education in Year 12 and 13. and training providers who have work based If you are unsure of what you can or can’t do, started learning opportunities. speak to the course tutor or admissions office of your prospective sixth form or college. They will be • Practice your interview skills in school, college able to tell you what they have on offer and their and at home (see page 8) so you’re ready when expectations of you. the all-important ‘real’ interview happens! moving forward
Take the apprenticeships, Apprenticeships foundation, employment Challenge Consider why you want an apprenticeship SEND Spend time thinking about what area of work you want to go into. advice List the qualities you will need for this type of apprenticeship. Find someone you know who has completed an apprenticeship and ask them to share their experiences with you. course listings
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back to contents Preparing to leave school can be both a worrying and an exciting time. It is natural that you may have questions or concerns about your future. Your school and the Local Authority are here to help you make decisions with the best support available to you, and it is important you explore options available to you locally.
welcome Here are some frequently asked Q: What happens if I do not tell anyone about questions and advice: my support needs? This is entirely your choice. However, if you do Q: What help can I get with my career and not tell anyone about your needs you may not choosing the right course? get the support you may need to achieve your potential. Schools, Colleges, Training Providers and getting Preparing for Adulthood guidance should begin in school at year 9. Your school careers advisor can help Employers have a legal duty to make ‘reasonable started you with this. During Year 11 all students are entitled adjustments’ to accommodate your needs. to have the opportunity to talk with their school’s Q: Who can help me make sure the School, Careers Adviser. If you have a special educational College, Training Provider or Employer give me need or disability you will be able to meet with your the support I need? school’s Special Educational Needs Coordinator moving (SENDCo). At these meetings you will be able to talk You can speak to your tutor, careers adviser or forward through your options to help you decide where you SENCO. If you have an education, health and care would like to learn and how. Also, try to attend any plan (EHCP) you should have already received a open days or appointments at colleges with your letter from your EHCP coordinator asking you what parents/carers if you find this helpful. your plans are for September 2020. Your transition will be discussed at your next annual review apprenticeships, Q: Why do I need to tell anyone about my meeting in school so planning for your transition foundation, Special Needs? can start. If you have not received this letter or employment A new school or college will have no prior information you would like to discuss the transition into further about you, and needs to understand what help you education with your allocated EHCP coordinator have received so far and or what extra support (if you can contact the SEN team on 020 8604 7263. any) you may need now so they can plan how to help Q: What if my needs can’t be met by any of the you achieve the best results possible. If they do not schools within the borough? SEND know or find out too late it may not be possible for you to get all the help you need. Your Education, Health and Care Plan Co-ordinator advice will help you to identify a suitable placement. Q: Who can see my application form and details about my special needs or personal support requirements? course Colleges have a Learner Support Team who look at any documents about your needs. Sixth forms listings or training providers will have a named individual responsible for student learning support. You will be asked to give permission for this information to be shared with tutors and support staff who will be working with you. schools/ colleges
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back to contents What the college can offer you • Can you cater for students with complex medical needs? Colleges should offer opportunities for you to visit to learn more about the college and the kind of • Who can or will be able to support me to get the support they can offer. It is worth finding out from help I need? the colleges or their websites when their next open • Could this school/college adapt my course or event will be, so you can go to meet the staff timetables? (e.g. for students with medical/ welcome and have a look around at the facilities. See the mental health support needs) pull-out for confirmed open events. • Can students with additional learning needs get It is important that you tell the college about student support in class? any special educational needs you have and the • Are your classrooms acoustically friendly for support needed to help you succeed. They must students with sensory conditions? getting make reasonable adjustments, including the • Can this school/college assist me with travel started provision of auxiliary aids and services, to ensure to/from the site in any way? that you are not at a substantial disadvantage compared with your peers. • Is the school/college able to adapt classrooms to suit the needs of individuals? For example, desks Colleges should also keep under review the or other equipment. reasonable adjustments they make under the moving • How is this school/college able to support young Equality Act 2010 to ensure they have removed all people that may need dedicated rooms for health forward the barriers to learning that they reasonably can. reasons? For example a space for young people Colleges should also ensure that students with SEN who need to receive medication or a break space or disabilities know who to go to for support. due to social emotion mental health difficulties. Accessibility • Do you have therapy rooms? apprenticeships, • Do you have a sensory room? The college should provide you with information foundation, • Will I/my child be able to access mental health employment about the building to help you learn your way around. This should include access ramps, toilets, support on site? exits, lifts and dedicated health/treatment rooms. • What enrichment activities are available for me/ The college should advise you of any buddy or my child to encourage my/their social interaction? mentoring service they have available and a quiet, • What support is available to me if I have SEND break out space for you, if that has been suggested additional support needs and have to attend advice for you. a trip or placement off the school site? You may be eligible for support with transport • How often do parents/carers get to meet their and travel training. Please review Croydon’s Local child’s tutor? Offer for further information. • Who can I speak to about if I have to get The Local Offer permission to attend appointments during course term-time e.g. legal appointments, medical listings Information can be found on Croydon’s local offer: appointments, meeting my social worker? Please see https://localoffer.croydon.gov.uk and page 24 for more details. • Who will help me at lunch time? X https://localoffer.croydon.gov.uk • What sort of toilets do you have? Who will help me in the toilets? schools/ Here are a list of alternative questions you • I have transport to my current education colleges or your parents/carers might like to ask any provider, is it going to continue when I move to post-16 providers you are applying to or your my next provision? support professionals: • How can I access travel training?
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back to contents Admission to Croydon special schools and their enhanced learning and or post 16 provision is managed by Croydon Local Authority 0-25 SEND Service. For further information please contact SEND Enquiries: [ 020 8604 7263 or please visit X https://localoffer.croydon.gov.uk
Special schools welcome Beckmead Family of Schools part of Beckmead Trust – Beckmead College for 14-19 years A special community school for students whose prime needs include social, emotional and mental health difficulties and autism. Address: Tenison Road, South Norwood, London, SE25 5RR [ 020 8289 4701 / 07702 553694 getting / [email protected] started Y www.beckmeadfamilyofschools.org
Bensham Manor School: A special community school for boys and girls with complex learning needs and autism. moving Address: Ecclesbourne Road, Thornton Heath, Surrey, CR7 7BN [ 020 8684 0116 forward / [email protected] Y www.benshammanor.co.uk
Priory School/ Priory Post-16 Centre: apprenticeships, A special community school for boys and girls with severe learning difficulties and autism. foundation, Address: Hermitage Rd, Upper Norwood, London SE19 3QN employment [ 020 8653 7879/020 8653 8222 / [email protected] Y www.priorycroydon.org.uk
SEND St Giles School: advice A special community school for boys and girls with physical disabilities and complex medical needs across the ability range from profound and multiple learning difficulties to moderate learning difficulties. Post 16 provision is only for young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties. Address: Pampisford Road, South Croydon, CR2 6DF [ 020 8680 2141 course / [email protected] listings Y http://st-gilesschool.co.uk
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back to contents Capel Manor College, Crystal Palace Park Campus Designated Contact for Learners with Additional Support Needs: Demi Stylianou | Foundation Learning Manager Tel: 0303 003 1234 | E-mail: [email protected] | Website: www.capel.ac.uk
Students at Capel Manor College have a range Topics include practical and theory work welcome of abilities and the College offers personalised incorporating: support on all courses. Each student has • Animal care • Functional skills in a personal interview with a support team English and Maths member, where any adjustments or additional • Countryside and the requirements can be discussed and planned. environment • Core units: • Floristry employability, getting Students have access to Learning Support enterprise, and team • Horticulture started Assistants (in class support), Key Workers, working skills Careers Service, visual and hearing impairment • Wildlife and habitats support, extra tuition, pastoral support, one page profiles and specialist dyslexia, speech and Applicants must have at least an Entry Level 2 in language therapy. English and Maths. An application form will need to be submitted along with information relating to moving Our Foundation Learning course is an entry special educational needs. level course for 14-18 year olds, or 19-23 year forward olds with an EHCP, who may have had previous Students complete a Gateway Qualification and difficulties engaging with mainstream education, can achieve an Award, Certificate or full Diploma. learning difficulties or disabilities and/or have On successful completion of the course, students few or no qualifications. It runs for one year from have the opportunity to apply for our full-time September to July for one, two or three days a Level 1 or 2 courses. apprenticeships, week from 9am-4pm. foundation, employment Coulsdon Sixth Form College Designated Contact for Learners with Additional Support Needs: Peter Wraith SEND Tel: 01737 551176 | E-mail: [email protected] | Website: www.coulsdon.ac.uk advice We are committed to inclusive education and be supported if they have literacy, language or set out to ensure every student is given the numeracy needs. Support can come in the form opportunity to make the most of their individual of in-class adjustments, examination concessions skills and abilities. Support and advice is provided such as extra time or a reader, in class support, by both teaching staff and tutors, with extra out of class support or specific resources to help course specialist support provided where needed. with study. Once the support has been agreed, listings Coulsdon Sixth Form College has a friendly students will study alongside their classmates in and non-judgemental approach to Learning the normal way. We have a big team of trained Support. Students’ needs are assessed at every Learning Facilitators to provide support in and out opportunity, from their initial interview and of class. throughout their College life. When a school, The Learning Support room is a large area with schools/ family or individual student tells us about their resources for students to use. The environment colleges situation we will work together to plan how their is very welcoming and you will find one to one support needs will be met, whether these are support or students just working in the quiet learning, physical or sensory. Students can also environment throughout the day.
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back to Croydon College contents Designated Contact for Learner Support Services: Iona Alberto Tel: 020 8686 5700 | E-mail: [email protected]
Croydon College offers a range of services to Study Plus Practitioners provide in class support support students with additional support needs. as well as dedicated workshops including speech, Our dedicated centre ‘Study Plus Learning’ has a language and communication group, relaxation welcome range of facilities for students including break out techniques, and dealing with exam stress. rooms, exam testing, and specialist equipment and We have accessible facilities including lifts suitable software. This space can be used to work 1:1 with a for students using wheelchairs or mobility aids. Study Plus Lecturer, attend 1:1 or small group Maths and English support, and as a safe space during We currently offer the following programmes: lunch time. We also offer Homework club every day • Entry Level 3 Foundation Learning Pathways getting from 11:00 – 5:00 for assignment support and study • Entry Level 2 & 3 LEAP skills to students at every level of study. • Pathways to Adulthood started John Ruskin College Designated contact for prospective students with SEND or other additional support needs: moving Helene Greenidge | Learning Services Manager forward Designated Contact for CLA Learners ( Children Looked After): Tracy Andrews | Assistant Principal for Learner Experience and Achievement Designated contact for EAL: Darren Brine | Curriculum Manager Tel: 020 8651 1131 | E-mail: [email protected] | Website: www.johnruskin.ac.uk apprenticeships, Please contact Admissions on 020 8651 1131 or comfort support including during break and foundation, email to [email protected] and they will put lunch times, graduated intervention plan, access employment you through to the appropriate person above in to assistive technologies, exam concessions order to deal with your individual enquiry. arrangements when appropriate, well-being We are an inclusive mainstream College and we support and coaching, access to a designated aim to meet the needs of students with special support area known as the hive, guidance to educational needs (SEN) or disability who meet our improve study skills, adapted documents and SEND entry criteria. Our students are aged between 15 materials, hearing loop. advice and 19 years old and include those who may have • Support from external partners such as counsellors the following needs: communication and interaction and advice from specialists such as speech and needs, cognition and learning needs, emotional language therapists and specialist assessors are and mental health difficulties, physical and sensory included in our programme of interventions. needs, health and medical conditions and language • Support is bespoke and closely tailored to the course difficulties, dyslexia, dyscalculia and dyspraxia. needs of students with EHCP’s. listings We have considered the needs of the students • We make reasonable adjustments in the Learning with SEN in the learning environment and we vary Environment, our resources and equipment to our strategies and use a graduated approach meet a range of needs and to ensure all students (assess, plan, do, review) where appropriate to can access all aspects of the curriculum. meet their needs. Additional Learning support and teaching staff work closely together in assessing An enhanced offer will be available with more schools/ and supporting students with SEND and those with details to be confirmed for students with SEND or colleges Educational Health and Care plans (EHCP’s). other additional support needs. This information will be included in our new prospectus for 2020 and on • Support programme plans are regularly reviewed our website. and can include 1 to 1 support, in class support, small group support, workshops, escorting and Details of all our courses can be found on www.johnruskin.ac.uk useful info /
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back to contents As a student with special educational need or disability or any other support need, it may help you and your parents/carers to understand a bit more about the support available through the 4 local colleges. Please find below a list of frequently asked questions: Capel Manor College Coulsdon – Coulsdon Sixth Form College Croydon College JRC – John Ruskin College welcome Are you able to host tailored open events and Are students able to attend the school for or face-to-face discussions for small groups of staggered starts (e.g. attend for a few hours/ students with additional learning needs and day per week in Year 11) before their official their parents/ carers? start date to get a feel for and get used to the Capel Manor College: Please visit: environment? getting X www.capel.ac.uk/advice-evenings.html Capel Manor College: We offer a welcome and started X www.capel.ac.uk/open-days.html enrolment day before the course start date. for the best times to visit, however times outside of this can be arranged. Coulsdon: Students are invited in for Introductory Day before starting at Coulsdon Sixth Form College. Coulsdon: Yes If the students need extra time or support settling in, Croydon College: Croydon College welcomes we can accommodate this and it will be discussed at moving students with additional learning needs and their your meeting with the support team. parents/ carers to contact the team throughout forward the college year to arrange face to face meetings Croydon College: We do not routinely offer and tours of the college. We have also arranged a staggered start. However, we have a dedicated for small groups of students accompanied by a key day for high needs students to enrol and offer worker from their current school or college to attend an early induction to many students who have bespoke open events. declared a learning support need, disability, and/or apprenticeships, health condition. foundation, JRC: All our open events are fully inclusive and therefore we do not hold tailored open events, but JRC: We do not offer staggered starts in year 11 but employment all applicants with SEND and EHCP’s are given an please see on the following page our processes for opportunity to attend a pre-entry interview with students who may need a period of adaption once their parents/carers where we can aim to agree they have enrolled. on the reasonable adjustments they may require. What is your typical class size? SEND Applicants can at this point make a request for special adjustments to be considered to attend their interview. Capel Manor College: The maximum number of advice students in each group is 12. Do you offer tailor-made taster sessions for potential applicants? Coulsdon: Usually around 9-15. Capel Manor College: We offer three specific Croydon College: Class sizes range from around starting points in the academic year: 6 for LEAP groups and rise to approximately 15 for course September - Diploma Pathway courses. Students in mainstream provision January - Certificate should expect up to 30 students in a class. listings April - Award JRC: This depends on the level of programme and the Coulsdon: Yes type of subject area. More information can be obtained Croydon College: Tailor-made taster sessions are from curriculum departments during open days. available to all our potential applicants. During the Are there entrances and higher floors accessible schools/ day, students will meet prospective members of their for one or more wheelchair users, young people class, tour the facilities and get to experience some colleges with visual impairments and/or mobility aids of the highlights of the course. e.g. crutches? JRC: Schools can arrange bespoke taster sessions Capel Manor College: Yes for small groups with the Director of Marketing, Sally Obertell. / [email protected] Coulsdon: Yes useful info /
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contents Croydon College: Lifts are available across the at each campus offer confidential and professional college from lower ground to the fourth floor. therapy to students. College mentors are also Learners with a disability affecting mobility are also available to support students on a more informal able to use the service lifts. basis. We also offer mentoring, LSA support as well JRC: Our premises are well equipped to as small class sizes in Foundation Learning. accommodate and support wheelchair users and Coulsdon: At Coulsdon Sixth Form College, all welcome those with other mobility aids such as crutches. students have a Personal Tutor that they see once Ramps and lifts are available. a week. The Tutor will also be one of their subject teachers. Our Senior Tutors have the same role Do you have a buddy or mentoring system for as a Head of Year in school. The College has a big students who may need some help settling in? Learning Support Department and many classes have Capel Manor College: Yes a Learning Facilitator as well as the Teacher. We getting Coulsdon: Yes have an onsite counsellor and a careers office with started Croydon College: Croydon College offers trained staff. peer mentoring to all students. A referral can be Croydon College: We offer pastoral care from the made at any time, usually by the tutor. Further tutor and dedicated tutorial time. Wellbeing advisors information and enquiries for students looking work across the college, supporting students and to become mentors and those looking to receive signposting them to relevant services. We also have moving buddy support can be found at the Enrichment Fair an enrichment programme which enables students to that runs throughout the first week of the autumn explore a variety of topics that may have an impact forward term. Student Action For Refugees (STAR) provides on them. mentoring specifically for ESOL students with a JRC: On joining John Ruskin College all students refugee background. will be given a named personal tutor. They will help JRC: For students who need a period of adaption you settle in to College life, make arrangements for to settle into their course, once they have enrolled any additional support you need and will work with apprenticeships, they can be accompanied by a member of staff you to create a learning plan that is tailored to your foundation, and be in receipt of comfort support and escorting. aspirations, skills development and wellbeing. employment Students who have difficulties with integrating the Is there any dedicated support available for main provision can be supported from our designated looked after children or care leavers? support area known as the Hive, for short periods of time to recoup and catch up on their written work Capel Manor College: Our Counsellors, Mentors from that location. and Safeguarding Officers provide dedicated support SEND to looked after children or care leavers. In addition advice Is there regular access to a nurse or medical we have learning support co-ordinators who set up support available on site? LAC meetings and annual reviews as well. Capel Manor College: No but we have first aiders Coulsdon: At Coulsdon Sixth Form College looked on site. after children are supported by the Associate Coulsdon: There isn’t a regular nurse available Principal for students. course on site. Croydon College: We have a specialist advisor for listings Croydon College: A trained First Aider is available looked after children and care leavers. As well as across the college day; we also have dedicated monitoring achievement and progress, we run a drop Mental Health First Aiders. The sexual health nurse in session every day for these students. visits every week. JRC: The College has highly effective support that JRC: The College does not have regular access to is recognised and valued locally for CLA {Children schools/ a nurse or medical support on site but we do have Looked After} and Care Leavers which consists of colleges designated first aiders available at all times. pre-entry advice and identification at Enrolment and successful wrap around support that ensures What kinds of pastoral support do you have that they achieve their target grades and have available? positive destinations. Capel Manor College: BACP qualified counsellors useful info /
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back to If you are used to getting assistance in school with anything including special education needs or contents disabilities, this checklist may help you in addition to the one that can be found on page 63.
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Read the sections of the Prospectus I find helpful to me __ / __ / __ welcome Talked to someone who can explain all my options to me, __ / __ / __ e.g. career adviser If I have an Education Health and Care Plan, I’ve used my annual review to share my views about my future __ / __ / __ getting and options started Thought about my learning style and things I am good at or love at school __ / __ / __
Put information on application forms to colleges/ 6th forms about any __ / __ / __ moving assistance I may need if I go there forward Made applications to learning providers that are able to meet __ / __ / __ my needs Talked about my additional support apprenticeships, needs with support professionals & __ / __ / __ foundation, parents/ carers employment Visited colleges I want to find out more about on open days or at other __ / __ / __ times they have offered me
SEND Found out about apprenticeships & traineeships __ / __ / __ advice Found out about alternatives to mainstream courses if these help me __ / __ / __
Prepared for upcoming interviews course and how to get to them __ / __ / __ listings Thought about my travel options and any support I may need to travel __ / __ / __
Talked to a professional about where __ / __ / __ schools/ I could go if I don’t get my first choice colleges Asked for help if I needed it __ / __ / __
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33 and entryrequirements I wanttoknowaboutthedifferent course levels Please checkPlease whether your course isoffered oraward asadiploma,certificate with individualproviders. • • grades• What achieve? doIthinkwill • How doIlike to learn? Ask yourself: There are different Each typesofcourses typeofcourse you shouldknow that about. can suit different students. for full Level 2 maths, ormerit English and 9-4 including GCSEs grade 5 ormore If youhave.. 1 course for full Level 3-2, ormerit mostly grade 3-5 GCSEs, If youhave.. to carry on but are keen qualifications Very few orno If youhave.. qualification for aLevel 1 and notready No qualifications If youhave.. any I qualifications must achieve? Iamplanningondoingasacareer?What Are there What subjects doIenjoy?What andwhat amIgood at What TypeOfCourseWillSuitMe? with your chosen provider.) available to obtain afull Level 3qualification check combinations are(*Please what • • • • LEVEL 3QUALIFICATIONS • • • • LEVEL 2QUALIFICATIONS • • • • LEVEL 1QUALIFICATIONS • ENTRY LEVELQUALIFICATIONS You cando.. You cando.. You cando.. You cando.. Advanced apprenticeship Level 3Diploma/Certificate IB/Pre-U/AQA Bacc AS andAlevels Apprenticeship OCR National Certificate/Award BTEC First Diploma/ GCSEs Level 1Diploma Programmes Personal Development Traineeships programme: Level 1 learning Foundation programme: Level Entry learning Foundation Award * * / administration andchildcare. beauty, business could work in:construction, apprenticeships. Sectors you or employment including education, trainingFurther hospitality andcatering. you could work in:retail, Sectors or employment. to gain Level 2qualifications education ortrainingFurther and work experience. to gainLevel 1qualifications education ortraining Further ICT, financeandhealth. Sectors you could work in: apprenticeship, employment. training, higher(level 4) Higher education, specialist Leading to.. Leading to.. Leading to.. Leading to.. school orcollege. details inthecourse prospectus and/orcall the vary accordingwill to subject soalways check requirementsRemember theentry that for courses be by theendofYear you could 11andwhat donext. Use thetable below to work outwhere you expect to Up to 1year Up to 1year training centre. your college or check Please with course to course. This varies from Up to 2years Takes Takes Takes Takes
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34 Business, IT&Law Legal Executive Level 2 Law Level 3 IT/ Computing Level 3 IT/ Computing Level 2 Introductory DiplomainBusiness, ITandTravel Level 1 Introduction to Business andITLevel 1 Criminology Business Management/ Marketing/ LawLevel 3 Business Management Level 3 Business Level 3 Business Level 2 Business Level 1 Business BTEC Extended (SingleAward) Certificate Level 3 Business andEnterprise Level 3 AAT Accountancy andBusiness Level 3 AAT Accountancy andBusiness Level 2 Production Level Arts 3 Photography Level 3 Graphic Design Level 3 Filmmaking &Photography Level 3 Community Practice Arts Level 3 &DesignLevel Art 3 &DesignLevelArt 2 &DesignLevelArt 1 DiplomaLevel &DesignFoundation 3/4 Art &Design(Fashion) LevelArt 3 Art, DesignandFashion Introduction to AnimalCare Level 1 Animal Management Advanced DiplomaLevel 3 Animal Care DiplomaLevel 2 Animal CareandManagement Note: KEY in theAlevel tables Vocational Alevels are listed Vocational CourseListings Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20
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36 WJEC L3Food &Nutrition Science forSkills working inHealth&Social Care Level 2 LevelScience 3 LevelScience 2 LevelPublic 3(Uniformed) Services LevelPublic 3 Services LevelPublic 2(Uniformed) Services LevelPublic 2 Services Psychology Level 3 Medical Level Science 3(Applied) Introduction to HealthandCaring IndustriesLevel 1 Health &/orSocialCare Level 3 Health &/orSocialCare Level 2 Health &/orSocialCare Level 1 Health &SocialCare Extended (SingleAward) Certificate Health &SocialCare Diploma(Double Award) Early Years Workforce Level 3 Early Years' Introduction Education Level 2 Early Years &Care Education Introduction (Cache) Level 2 Early Years Educator Level 3(Cache) CTEC L3Food Criminology Childcare/ Early Years Level 2 (Medical)Applied Science Level 3 (Engineering)Applied Science Level 3 LevelApplied Science 3 LevelApplied Science 2 (Forensic)Applied Science Level 3 Applied Science Health, CareandScience Note: KEY in theAlevel tables Vocational Alevels are listed Vocational CourseListings Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20
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37 Please checkPlease whetheryour course isoffered oraward asadiploma, certificate withindividualproviders. The Professional Gardener Level 2 The Maintenance Gardener Level 1 Introduction to Design Level Planting 1 Diploma Level 1 Introduction to Gardening andLandscaping Introduction to Garden DesignLevel 1 Introduction to Level Certificate Floristry 1 Introduction to Award Floristry Level 1 Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship Diploma Level 2 Gardening andCommercial Landscaping Garden Level DesignCertificate 2 DiplomaLevel inFloristry Foundation 1 Level Certificate Floristry 2 AwardFloristry Level 2 Diploma Level 2 Gardening andCommercial Landscaping Arboriculture andForestry DiplomaLevel 2 Arboriculture &Forestry Extended Level Certificate 2 Arboriculture andForestry DiplomaLevel 2 Horticulture, ArboricultureandEnvironment Travel Level 2 Travel &Tourism Level 3 Travel &Tourism Level 2 Leisure &/orTourism Level 3 Leisure &/orTourism Level 2 Hospitality Level 3 Hospitality Level 2 Hospitality &Catering Level 3 Hospitality &Catering Level 2 Level Skills 2 Culinary Introduction Skills LevelCulinary 1 Air Cabin Crew DiplomaLevel 2 Hospitality, Catering,LeisureandTourism Note: KEY in theAlevel tables Vocational Alevels are listed Vocational CourseListings Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20
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38 Music Level 2 KEY Note: Creative MediaProduction Level 3 Creative MediaProduction Level 2 Creative MediaLevel 2 Creative Digital MediaProduction Level 3 Creative Digital MediaProduction Level 2 Creative Digital MediaProduction (GameDesign)Level 3 LevelAnimation 3 Performance andMedia Music Performance Level 3 Music Technology Level 3 Musical Theatre Level 3 Performing andProduction (Music)Level Arts 2 Performing andProduction (Music)Level Arts 3 Performing andProduction Level Arts 2 Performing andProduction Level Arts 3 Performing Arts LevelPerforming Arts 2 Performing Arts LevelPerforming Arts 3 Media Level 3 Dance Level 3 Music Media Level 2 Interactive Digital DesignLevel 3 Film &Television Level 3 Film &Television Level 2 in theAlevel tables Vocational Alevels are listed Vocational CourseListings Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20
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39 Note: KEY BTEC Introductory inVocational certificate Studies Personal Development Employability/ Work Skills ESOL (Various) Extended Project Level 3 Foundation forFoundation Learning Functional Skills Life Skills Promoting Independent for Skills Independence &Work Work Preparation Courses Instructing Exercise &Fitness Level 2 Sport, Coaching&P.E. PE Level 3 Sport LevelSport 3 Sport Peformance &Excellence LevelSport 3 Sports/Exercise Level 1 Sports/Exercise Level 2 Sports/Exercise Level 3 in theAlevel tables Vocational Alevels are listed
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40 Maths Mandarin Law Latin ICT -(AppliedVocational) ICT Home Economics History Health &SocialCare (Vocational) Government &Politics German Geography French Film Studies Extended Project Qualification English Literature &Language English Literature English Language Economics Duke ofEdinburgh Drama &Theatre Studies Design &Technology: Product Design Design &Technology Dance Computing Computer Science Community Languages Classical Civilisation Chemistry Business Studies Business -(Applied) BTEC Sport Biology &Design Art/Art &Design:TextilesArt &Design:PhotographyArt &Design:Graphic Art Design &Design:Fine Art Art &Design:3DDesign Art Applied Science Accounting AS andALevelCourseListings Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Archbishop Tenison's X X X X The Brit School Capel Manor College X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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41 • • • • • choices setyou will upfor agreat future! A-levels are abigjumpfrom GCSE’s but openupmany pathways to you, soputting inthetimenow to planyour Tips onpickingyourA-levels Turkish Science Sports Spanish Sociology Religious Studies Psychology Product Design: Resistant Materials Product Design Politics Physics Physical Education Photography Philosophy &Ethics Philosophy Performance Studies Music Technology Music Media Studies Further Maths: CoreMaths: apprenticeship? For example, you may needto in to acareer pathway, university orhigher Do you ofsubjects needacombination to go find out. are applying for (e.g. grade 7/8+)soit’s bestto have aspecific grade intheA-level subject you Many sixthforms andcolleges require will you to can you itas anew course. start Find outfirst. need you to have studiedthesubject before? Or Does thesixthform/ college you are applying to subjectsWhat are your passions? are already doing. Think aboutwhich subjects you are strong and at AS andALevelCourseListings Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20 X X X X X X X X X X X Archbishop Tenison's The Brit School Capel Manor College X X X X X X X X X equal weight inawidevariety ofprofessions, apprenticeships are alsorecognised andcarry for you, remember vocational courses and If you realise A-levels are notthebestroute • on these. pages 13-20and34-39forso lookat more info
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42 information onsomeoftheotheroptionsavailableinformation to you. your plans. seethecourse Please level table onpage 33andpages 13-19 for If you don’tget thegrades you were hopingfor you may needto reconsider pleaseseeindividualproviderskills; websites for more details. offer functional andorwork skills preparation programmes including functional your mainpost-16 learningprogramme. note somepost-16 Please providers may the subjects listed above ontheir own; they would needto bestudiedalongside Prospectiveolds andnotasastand-alone qualification. students cannot study GCSE retakes are offered ofapost-16 aspart study programme for 16-18 year your chosen college’s/sixth form’s adviceandadmissions team. If you require onthispleasecontact adviceandsupport your school and or There are alimited number ofretake insixthforms andcolleges. opportunities Biology English Literature English/ EnglishLanguage French Functional Skills History History Mathematics Mathematics Science (Double) Science GCSE CourseListings Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20 X X Archbishop Tenison's X X The Brit School | www.youngcroydon.org.uk X X X Capel Manor College X X X Coulsdon Sixth Form College X X Harris Sixth Form X X X X X X Harris Professional Skills SF X X X John Ruskin College X X Norbury Manor BEC X X Oasis Academy Shirley Park X X The Quest Academy X X Shirley High School X X St. Joseph's College X X Thomas More Catholic High School X X Woodcote High School
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43 Please visittheCroydonPlease Local OfferofSENDto onspecialist provision information view further Most independent, feecharging schools (marked withanasterisk *)offersomeform offinancial support. about theircourses andhow to apply. If you are interested oneoftheseinstitutions, inattending pleasecontact themdirectly for information The following colleges andsixthforms are basedinCroydon. Someare independent, fee-charging schools. X or outsideoftheborough. or courses may for beavailable needsordisabilities studentswithspecialeducational that inCroydon X X X X in otherboroughs: outside oftheborough. visitthefollowing Please websites for more details ofhow to search for providers There are anumber ofpost-16 andtraining education providers including University Technical Colleges the schools directly orvisittheirweb site for information. further To orother form ofscholarship contact findoutif you are eligible for a bursary oracademic/sport/art/music Croydon Metropolitan College* Whitgift SchoolSixthForm* https://localoffer.croydon.gov.uk www.ucasprogress.com/search www.utcolleges.org/utcs/?region=london&specialism=all www.londoncolleges.com www.croydon.gov.uk/16-19options Cambridge Tutors College* Trinity SchoolSixthForm* Motivational Preparation Royal Russell School* Croydon HighSchool College for Training Old Palace School of JohnWhitgift* Institution Sixth Form* Other CollegesandSixthForms Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20 [email protected] [email protected] www.oldpalace.croydon.sch.uk [email protected] [email protected] Web Address/Email www.croydonhigh.gdst.net www.croydonmet.org.uk www.royalrussell.co.uk www.trinity-school.org [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.whitgift.co.uk www.mpct.co.uk [email protected] www.ctc.ac.uk | www.youngcroydon.org.uk Telephone Number 084 42438438 020 82607500 020 86885284 020 86885777 020 86889222 020 86569541 020 86574433 020 86882027
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44 Sixth Form Archbishop Tenison’s Catholic School Thomas More The BRITSchool Arts andTechnologyArts for Performing Croydon College (NMBEC) College for Girls Business andEnterprise Norbury Manor Academy Croydon Harris Invictus Harris SixthForm Purley Manor School Bensham High School Woodcote St GilesSchool St Joseph’s College
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Contact: Miss Kathryn Eyre | Assistant Headteacher back to Tel: 020 8688 4014 contents Fax: 020 8681 6336 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.archten.croydon.sch.uk
welcome With around 140 students, the Sixth Form at Archbishop Tenison’s is large enough to offer a wide range of A-levels and extra-curricular activities, whilst still being small enough for us to know all our students well and offer them the care and support they need over their two years of study. We have students from many different schools and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Archbishop Tenison’s is an Anglican foundation, so students are expected to be sympathetic to the values which underlie our Christian ethos. getting started Why study at Tenison’s? What our students say: We have a strong academic tradition, with a “Tenison’s has a very strong community. There’s always history of producing good results, and many of something to join in with. It is a very friendly place with our students progress to the top universities. We a great atmosphere to study in.” Emma moving offer a wide range of subjects, with Film Studies “I like the friendly atmosphere at Tenison’s, also the forward and Photography having recently been added. One of the hallmarks of our school is the way in which friendly teachers.” Tiffany students work together. There is a strong sense of “There’s a real community sense here and everyone talks community within our Sixth Form and students are to everyone. It’s a great place to be.” Daniel encouraged to participate in a range of activities apprenticeships, beyond the formal curriculum, including music, Important Information foundation, drama, sport, business-related workshops and public speaking. Open Event: Wednesday 16 October 2019 employment 6pm-8pm There are many opportunities to develop leadership Address: Selborne Road, Croydon, CR0 5JQ qualities through the mentoring programme and Sixth Form Council, as Student Leaders, or as Public Transport: Train: East Croydon representatives on committees in school or within Buses: 64, 433 SEND the wider Croydon community. The Sixth Form Tram: East Croydon, Lebanon Road, advice Council runs a whole variety of events including the Sandilands Annual Charity Appeal, the Revue (Soirée) and a Applications: Come to our open evening and pick variety of Sixth Form social events. Students follow up a prospectus, course guide and a two-year course, beginning with three A Level application form. subjects and one AS subject. Applications for entry in September course 2020 must be received by the end of December 2019. listings
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Contact: Stuart Worden back to Principal contents Tel: 020 8665 5242 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.brit.croydon.sch.uk www.facebook.com/thebritschool
welcome The BRIT School is the leading FREE Performing Arts and Technology School, providing a unique education for over 1,350 pupils aged between 14 and 19 in the fields of broadcast media, digital design, community arts, music, technical and performing arts. The BRIT School is open to hardworking, dedicated individuals who love the creative, digital or performing arts. 97% of students go into higher education, training or employment on leaving school. getting started Why study at The BRIT School? Please note Post-16 offers the UAL level 3 Diploma The BRIT School believes in providing young also equivalent to 3 A levels. people with an education which promotes artistry, discipline, social responsibility and ambition, and What our students say: moving encourages them to become successful in the “The industry level of teaching set me up efficiently for demanding world of the creative industries. Many the world of work. I honestly would not have got as far forward graduates contribute significantly to the UK’s as I have with my career if it wasn’t for BRIT.” creative economy and reputation which is rapidly Jonathan Chabala, Film & Media Production growing; Adele, Rex Orange County, Katy B, Cush graduate now working at Sony Music Jumbo, Jessie J, Twist and Pulse, Tom Holland, Imogen Heap, Gemma Cairney, Katie Melua and “There is truly no other place like it and I continue apprenticeships, Joivan Wade are just a few recognisable names. to recommend each and every young person who is foundation, However alumni are working in all facets of the interested in a career in production/technical theatre employment industry as world class dancers, lighting designers, and events to attend the course.” Daniel Proctor, West End actors, film directors, graphic designers Production Arts graduate now working at Sky and architects, makeup artists, production runners, stunt artists, teachers and writers. The School is also Important Information proud of the academic success which leads students to study at the top universities and to also become Open Event: Post-16: Thursday 26 September 2019 SEND 4.30pm-8.30pm Year 12 only. advice entrepreneurial and business minded. Students specialise in one of ten creative courses and have to Address: 60 The Crescent, Croydon CR0 2HN work doubly hard because they also study for GCSEs, Public Transport: Bus: 50, 468, 75, 157 AS and A levels or BTECs with results above national Trains: Selhurst and East Croydon average; in 2018 79% achieved D*D*D* to D*DD Applications: Application form and prospectus can grades (equivalent to an A*-B grade at A Level) in course be found online www.brit.croydon. their vocational subjects. sch.uk from September 2019. listings The Courses we run at post -16 are: • Community Arts • Music Practice • Music Technology • Dance • Musical Theatre schools/ • Film and Media • Production Arts colleges Production • Theatre • Interactive Digital • Visual Arts and Design Design
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Contact: Andrew Smith | Campus Manager back to Tel: 020 8778 5572 contents Email: [email protected] Website: www.capel.ac.uk
Your route to a brighter future at Capel Manor College We are London’s leading specialist land-based further and higher education College, offering welcome a diverse range of full and part-time courses for young people and adults. As part of your studies, you have the unique opportunity to obtain real-world experience and help take care of the gardens and farm at our Crystal Palace Park Campus.
Why Study at Capel Manor College? What our students say: getting We have courses in: “A huge thank you to Capel Manor College, you started helped shape my career journey from nothing • Animal management to something.” Tolga, completed our Animal • Arboriculture and countryside Management Advanced Diploma (Level 3) and • Wildlife and agriculture is now studying towards an Animal Biology BSc • Floristry (Hons) at the University of Gloucestershire. moving • Horticulture Important Information forward • Garden design If you are looking to start work, earn money and Open Events: We have Open Days at all of our campuses once a term and hold gain a nationally-recognised qualification within monthly Advice Sessions. Further land-based industries, we also offer the following information is available on our website. apprenticeships: apprenticeships, Address: Crystal Palace Park Campus, foundation, • Arboriculture The Jubilee Stand, Ledrington Road, employment • Environmental conservation SE19 2BS • Equine grooming Public Next to Crystal Palace train Transport: and bus stations • Horticulture Applications: Our full prospectus and application • Sports turf maintenance form is available on www.capel.ac.uk, SEND • Floristry you can also request them by emailing advice [email protected]. If you have any questions you can call our friendly Admissions team on 0303 003 1234.
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open event Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20 | www.youngcroydon.org.uk Schools & Colleges calendar 49 Coloma Convent Girls’ School
Contact: Mrs J Ingram | Sixth Form Co-ordinator back to Tel: 020 8654 6228 contents E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.coloma.croydon.sch.uk
Coloma, founded in 1869, is a Voluntary Aided Roman Catholic School with World Class School status. Our Sixth Form is a rich and diverse community. Applications are welcome from girls of all welcome faiths and traditions. It is friendly, inclusive, supportive and proud of its reputation as a centre of academic excellence; we have been placed in the top 5% nationally by ALPS for student progress for three consecutive years. Our 2018 pass rate was 100%. Within our curriculum pathways we offer a wide range of A-levels and a smaller number of Level 3 BTECs that enable our students to achieve at the highest levels. Central to our ethos is the focus on academic and personal development, fostering strong relationships and on being of service getting both within the school and in the wider community. started Why study at Coloma? weekly PSHE programme has a particular focus on careers guidance and progression at 18+. We offer “Students make outstanding progress and attain high the opportunity to undertake work experience and standards in their work”. Ofsted moving internships during Year 12. Well over 90% choose You will experience the finest teaching, pastoral to progress to university, and typically over 40% go forward support and facilities available in a wonderful to Russell Group Universities. Last year, 100% of atmosphere. Our current Year 12 students were students attained places at their chosen workplaces asked about what they love about Coloma Sixth and top Universities including Cambridge, Durham, Form; they were overwhelmingly positive. Exeter, UCL, Nottingham, Edinburgh and even Yale in the USA! “Teachers are really passionate about their subject apprenticeships, and your success.” – Sixth Form Student. We offer The excellent relationships between staff and foundation, outstanding Teaching and Learning. Our results place students make Coloma distinctive. In 2019 our employment us high in the league tables for both attainment average class size is 11 - this makes a huge and for adding value. In the classroom, you will be difference as we will know you personally. Your challenged and supported. Our World Class School specialist team of academic, pastoral and careers approach means we offer you six lessons of teaching experts will enable you to achieve your goals. As per week (5 hours) for each of your subjects alongside one Year 12 student said, “Moving to Coloma was the SEND the added advantage of a supervised independent best decision, academically and socially, I ever made. advice study programme which enables you to make Teachers here really care about you and your success” maximum progress between your lessons. This is a significant advantage over other providers, where the Important Information hours of teaching are often lower and study facilities are not supervised to maintain focus. In lessons, you Open Event: Tuesday 8 October 2019 4.30pm-7.30pm course will be encouraged to question, analyse and evaluate to become a more independent student. Address: Upper Shirley Road, Shirley, CR9 5AS listings Public Transport: Buses: 119, 130, 166, 194, 466 “Everyone in lessons is determined to succeed” – Y12 student, 2018. We provide a wealth of extra- Applications: Our prospectus is available on our curricular opportunities through music, sports, website which outlines our curriculum pathways and academic admissions drama, art, debating, academic societies and criteria. Applications are made online charity work, all of which provide opportunities schools/ at www.coloma.croydon.sch.uk for the development of team and leadership skills. colleges under the Sixth Form tab. Subject conferences, an expert lecture programme Closing date for applications: and visits abroad enrich learning – as well as visits Thursday 28 November 2019 to the theatre, museums and competitions. Our
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open event Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20 | www.youngcroydon.org.uk Schools & Colleges calendar 50 Coulsdon Sixth Form College
Contact: Richard Beales | Principal back to Tel: 01737 551176 contents Fax: 01737 551282 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.coulsdon.ac.uk
Coulsdon Sixth Form College was again graded ‘good’ by Ofsted in April 2018 and consistently welcome achieves pass rates at or over 99%. The College offers a broad range of academic A Level and vocational BTEC courses. Uniquely, students can choose to study A Levels, BTECs or a mix of both by combining the academic rigour of A Levels with the practical application of skills in a BTEC. Strong teaching is complimented by an array of support services such as careers and counselling and a comprehensive enrichment programme. All our staff are specialists in working with 16-19 year-olds and are committed to helping each and every student to achieve. getting The university–style campus consists of a modern three storey building that provides students with started excellent general and specialist learning facilities. The additional Sports and Performance Centre is home to a purpose-built theatre, dance studio, sports hall and gym, and outside there’s an all-weather pitch, plus both netball and tennis courts, alongside the extensive playing fields. Together with first-class science labs, and state-of-the-art media and visual arts studios, the College has some of the best facilities in the area. moving forward Why study at Coulsdon? What our students say: Great results and destinations: With a 99% or “I really like that I can mix BTEC and A Level and better pass rate in the last five years, our students with a ‘door is always open policy’ the teachers are make excellent progress enabling them to go to always on hand.” Jasmine university, into employment, or an Apprenticeship. “Lessons are always well planned and structured. apprenticeships, Brilliant choice and combination of subjects: foundation, Homework is marked quickly so you can learn As a specialist Sixth Form College, not only do quickly.” Darcy employment we offer a wider choice of A Level subjects and vocational programmes than school sixth forms, Important Information students can ‘mix and match’ these to suit their specific interests, abilities and aspirations. Open Day Saturday 12 October 2019 10am-1pm SEND Specialist support for students: As well as Open Evening Thursday 7 November 2019 advice excellent academic support from teachers, every 5.30pm-8pm student has a dedicated personal tutor and access Pathway Events: Wednesday 4 March 2020 to learning support, careers advice, financial advice 5.30pm to 7.30pm and counselling. Wednesday 11 March 2020 Excellent extra-curricular activities: As part of 5.30pm to 7.30pm course our Coulsdon Plus Programme, students take part Wednesday 18 March 2020 5.30pm to 7.30pm listings in a range of activities such as: sports; volunteering; fundraising; running the Students’ Union and Please visit www.coulsdon.ac.uk completing an EPQ (Extended Project Qualification). Address: Placehouse Lane, New provision: Coulsdon Sixth Form College and Old Coulsdon, Croydon College merged in early 2019. The new CR5 1YA schools/ provision aims to provide even better educational Public Transport: Buses: 60, 466, 409 colleges services to communities within the borough and Train: Coulsdon South, beyond. The Colleges will help train and educate Coulsdon Town over 2,500 students aged between 16-19 and 4,000 Applications: Early application is advisable. adults each year including approximately 500 apprentices and 400 Higher Education students. useful info /
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Contact: Caireen Mitchell| Principal & CEO back to Tel: 020 8686 5700 contents E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.croydon.ac.uk
Why study at Croydon College? We’re a supportive, success-driven college situated in the heart of welcome up-and-coming Croydon, with a wide range of excellent professional and technical programmes. We have fantastic facilities to ensure the best learning experience for all our students including industry-standard facilities, software and equipment, a state-of-the art library space and many social learning areas. Plus the College was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted yet again! As a student at Croydon College, you’ll have a fulfilling student life as our Enrichment programme provides opportunities to try different activities, volunteer, meet new people and expand on your getting skillset in preparation for life after college. We offer great progression opportunities to started Apprenticeships and careers plus we also have a university centre on site, offering degrees from the University of Sussex. Our teachers are friendly, experienced and committed to helping you achieve your potential. We have qualified advisors available to provide you with all the support you to need to succeed. Take a look for yourself at one of our next open events. moving Why study at Croydon College? What our students say about us forward With over 8,000 students choosing to study at “I chose Croydon College because there are many Croydon College every year, we take pride in different courses you can study; great lecturers and offering progression routes from Further to Higher an excellent social life. I really enjoy volunteering and Education (at our University Centre Croydon) or making a difference with my peers for UNICEF.” apprenticeships, employment. We encourage our students to think Joseph, Access to Science foundation, creatively, work independently and to develop the life skills necessary for you to succeed in whatever “I like the confidence of the teachers; they persevere employment you pursue in the future. with students and are very supportive. Tutors push students to achieve and give face to face feedback.” We’ve got great industry contacts and work Sara, L1 Hair and Beauty closely with employers including Gatwick Airport and Allianz to offer our students personalised Important Information SEND employability support. advice Open Event: Wednesday 9 October 2019, New provision: 4-6.30pm Saturday 9 November 2019, Coulsdon Sixth Form College and Croydon College 10am-1pm merged in early 2019. The new provision aims Thursday 26 March 2020, 4-6.30pm to provide even better educational services to Wednesday 1 July 2020, 4-6.30pm course communities within the borough and beyond. The Colleges will help train and educate over 2,500 Address: College Road, Croydon, CR9 1DX listings students aged between 16-19 and 4,000 adults Public Transport: Buses stop outside the each year including approximately 500 apprentices College and East Croydon and 400 Higher Education students. station is a 2 minute walk. Applications: Early application is advisable. schools/ colleges
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open event Post-16 Prospectus 2019/20 | www.youngcroydon.org.uk Schools & Colleges calendar 52 Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form
Contact: Ms R McLean back to Tel: 0203 370 9238 contents E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.harrisps6f.org.uk
A part of the Harris Federation, which runs 44 highly successful primary and secondary academies across London, Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form caters for students who may welcome not suit the traditional pathways at sixth form. With small class sizes and strong pastoral support, we offer excellent, focused vocational options as well as the opportunity to take or resit GCSEs that you need to progress further – whether you choose to progress into a career or higher education.
getting Why study at Harris Professional Skills? • Cultural Enrichment in collaboration with the started well-established Harris Experience programme to Our academy will offer a choice of Construction, encourage curiosity and to provide a wide Health and Social Care, Business or Media for appreciation of knowledge and understanding students choosing a vocational pathway, and a beyond their vocational subjects. These include curriculum that will challenge and inspire you to courses in Leadership, Theatre visits, Art moving develop the skills and confidence you need to compete Appreciation and Creative writing to highlight a successfully for jobs in your chosen vocation. forward few of the opportunities. With a focus on hard skills and employability, Harris • Student-led subject societies that meet to discuss Professional Skills Sixth Form will help you develop areas of interest not exhausted in class and the skills you need to be who you want to be – and which might involve talks by external experts and be part of that success. working with experts in industry. apprenticeships, Key Features • Courses We Offer: foundation, A full suite of GCSE resit courses in: employment • A curriculum focused on vocational subjects that - English Language - English Literature is enhanced by a supporting programme of study - Mathematics - Science based around skills for work and life. - Humanities - MFL • Resit GCSEs to allow students the opportunity to - Design and Technology - Art SEND move onto A Level programme of studies. Vocational Courses • Lessons designed to explore and give real world Students can undertake a vocational pathway up advice experience of your vocation rather than focusing to level 3 (“A” Level Equivalent) in: simply on the delivery of an exam syllabus. - Bricklaying - Plumbing • Courses that value professional attitudes - Joinery - Media Studies towards work and a deeper understanding of the - Science - Business Studies - Health and Social Care course wider skill sets required to be successful. Important Information listings • Additional qualifications such as Safety Certification for Equipment and Plant to enhance Open Event: Thursday 21 November 2019 every students’ CVs giving them more 5pm-7.30pm opportunity for successful job applications. Address: 11 Oliver Grove, South Norwood, • An excellent careers and life skills programme to give SE25 6EJ schools/ students extra support and guidance in key skills in: Public Transport: Train: Norwood Junction colleges - Literacy - Applying for work/ Buses: 75, 157, 196, 358, 410 - Numeracy further/higher education Applications: Interviews commence in Spring 2020. - Careers advice - Financial planning Closing date for applications is - Self confidence - Interview technique Friday 27 March 2020 useful info /
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Contact: Mrs L Burgess back to Tel: 020 8253 7777 contents E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.harrissixthform.org.uk
Harris Sixth Form now has four Academies in Croydon: Harris City Academy Crystal Palace, Harris Academy South Norwood, Harris Academy Purley and Harris Invictus Academy Croydon welcome As part of a bigger group of highly successful Sixth Form campuses, the academies work together to provide a wide range of courses for students of all abilities. The Harris Sixth Form aims to provide high quality education and training for students of all abilities and backgrounds. In addition to the academic courses available, Harris Sixth Form also offers the chance to those interested in football, rugby or athletics, the opportunity to take part in their football, rugby and athletics academies. See the website for further details. getting Any place at the sports academies is dependent on a successful trial and obtaining a place at Harris started Sixth Form for academic studies. Harris Experience Advanced This is a Federation Sixth Form academic enhancement programme. Students have attended interviews and some have gone on to secure offers at either Cambridge or Oxford. 95% of Harris Experience moving Advanced students have been successful in their applications to Russell Group universities and we have many students who have accepted places at prestigious ‘Sutton Trust 13’ universities within that group. forward
Why study at Harris? Important Information Harris Sixth Form offers students the opportunity to Open Event: Harris City Academy Crystal Palace choose from a wide range of traditional A Levels and Tuesday 15 October 2019: 5pm-7.30pm apprenticeships, vocational qualifications. We admit students with a Address: Maberley Road, London, SE19 2JH foundation, wide range of abilities and aptitudes. Our motto ‘All Open Event: Harris Academy South Norwood employment Can Achieve’ ensures that each student has a course Thursday 21 November 2019: 5-7pm suited to his/her own needs and aspirations. This is Address: Upper Norwood campus, Spurgeon Road, supplemented by first rate careers advice and guidance London, SE19 3UG and excellent opportunities for personal development Open Event: Harris Academy Purley and confidence building. All students have a high level Thursday 17 October 2019: 5-7.30pm SEND of contact time with their teachers on the course, and Address: Kendra Hall Road, Surrey, CR2 6DT advice Harris Sixth Form prides itself on the support systems Open Event: Harris Invictus Academy Croydon available to them. Study is important but there will Thursday 14 November 2019: 5pm-7.30pm be a wide range of social activities in place. Address: London Road, Croydon, CR0 2TB Public PU: Buses: 405, 455 What our students say: Transport: CP: Buses: 410, 157, 358, 196 “I have had a great time studying at Harris. The SN: Buses: 75, 157, 196, 358, 410 course HIAC: Buses: 60, 64, 109 environment allowed me to work hard and achieve listings Applications: Come to one of our open evenings and results beyond my expectations.” Rachel pick up a prospectus. Closing date for applications is Friday 3 April 2020. “At Harris I have really been encouraged to Forms received after the closing date excel in my studies and all students are provided will be placed on a waiting list. with a positive atmosphere which allows them Results: These can be accessed on the Harris schools/ to enjoy their sixth form studies” Head boy Sixth Form website via the following link: https://www.harrissixthform.org.uk/219/ colleges examination-results Entry criteria: This can be accessed on the Harris Sixth Form website via the following link: https:// www.harrissixthform.org.uk/654/entry- requirements useful info /
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Contact: Juana Ortuno-Mora back to Learner Recruitment Manager contents Tel: 020 8651 1131 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.johnruskin.ac.uk
John Ruskin College is a highly supportive and successful College, situated in South welcome Croydon. We are very experienced in successfully delivering vocational qualifications and have extended our curriculum offer for 2020, providing you with an exciting new variety of full time vocational courses at a wide range of levels, including the following subject areas: Accounting, Art and Design, Aviation, Beauty and Spa, Business, Construction, Digital Media, Engineering, Games Design, Graphic Design, Hairdressing, Health, Care and Early Years, IT, Photography, Plumbing, Public Services, Science and Sport, as well as Travel and getting Tourism. John Ruskin College also offers well established ESOL and Foundation Learning started programmes and a wide range of Apprenticeships. Alongside your chosen vocational course, you will also have the opportunity to engage in valuable work experience related to your qualification.
Why study at John Ruskin College? networking, as well as a Careers Advice Centre, moving making it a truly inclusive experience. Other Our first-class teaching staff have excellent subject facilities include a competition standard sports forward knowledge and substantial industry experience. hall and fitness gym and first class Science Labs. They will support you to gain the skills you The ten-acre site also includes a well-maintained need – whether you are considering university, football pitch. employment or an Apprenticeship. In Summer 2018 we achieved 100% pass rate on our Level 3 .What our Students say: apprenticeships, vocational courses with 70% achieving high grades. foundation, Progression rates were high, with 94% of students “The teachers are always ready to help students employment successfully progressing to university, employment achieve their goals” Bismark – Level 3 Sport or an Apprenticeship. We have also featured in the “I have enjoyed learning in class as well as on my top 25% for value-added, nationally. placements as I can apply the theory in the settings”- Zara- Level 3 Children’s Play Learning and You will have the opportunity through our well Development SEND established Enrichment programme to gain skills, pursue new interests and have fun. We offer a wide “The College is friendly, with a lot of different advice range of sporting activities such as basketball, personalities and cultures. It has a positive attitude to football, table tennis, volleyball, rugby and beach learning”- Akilah- Level 2 Beauty Therapy rugby as well as the opportunity to train in our fitness gym. There are also numerous clubs and Important Information societies you can get involved in, as well as Open Events: Saturday 5 October 2019, 10am-3pm course becoming a Student Ambassador and a member of Tuesday 19 November 2019, 5:30pm-8pm listings the Student Partnership Council. Thursday 5 December 2019, 5:30pm-8pm The College has high quality industry standard Tuesday 25 February 2020, 5:30pm-8pm facilities which include a state-of-the-art digital Tuesday 23 June 2020, 5.30pm-8pm media suite, a professional photography studio, Address: Selsdon Park Road, Croydon, CR2 8JJ commercial on-site Hair, Beauty and Spa salons Public Buses 64, 130, 353, 354, 359.T31, schools/ and a virtual nursery facility. The Learning Transport: T32, T33 stop near the College. Resource Centre, complete with specialist facilities Tram Gravel Hill Line 3 colleges for support, complements our Client Services which provides a one stop service to enrich the student Applications: It is recommended that applicants experience. This area includes a Common Room attend our open day in October and submit an early application which offers an independent space for leisure and to avoid disappointment. useful info /
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back to Contact: Ms E Nicholls | Sixth Form Administrator Tel: 020 8679 0062 ext 348 contents E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.nmbec.org.uk
Outstanding pastoral care and a commitment to achieving excellence are at the heart of our close-knit community. When you join the NMBEC Sixth Form you will benefit welcome from tailored subject pathways that allow you to achieve your full potential. You will be challenged and supported in equal measure through regular monitoring and reporting. You will also be able to access a range of opportunities to give you a fully rounded Sixth Form experience. Our Sixth Form is based in a purpose built Sixth Form Centre which meets the needs of getting all twenty first century students. started Why study at NMBEC? What our students say: Being a member of the NMBEC Sixth Form gives you “I started at NMBEC in Year 7 and chose to stay the opportunity to stretch yourself academically and in the Sixth Form as the staff were really helpful get involved in a wide range of activities all within a and I knew I would benefit from this continuing moving supportive and friendly environment. We encourage support working towards my A Levels. forward you to think creatively, work independently and I studied Geography, Textiles, English and Economics develop the life skills necessary for you to succeed, be at Norbury Manor and have now completed my that in employment, at university or as an apprentice. degree in Geography at the University of Hull. I now teach at an international school in Shanghai. The college offers a wide range of A-Level subjects apprenticeships, alongside a number of vocational qualifications. In Being at Norbury Manor allowed me to become more confident, independent and motivated and foundation, April 2017, Ofsted commented that “Norbury Manor I have many positive memories looking back.” employment is a positive environment for students in the sixth form. Students grow into responsible, thriving young Stacey-May adults. Student show self-discipline and work hard. They achieve good qualifications, suitable to their Important Information needs. They move on successfully to universities, Open Event: Wednesday 9 October 2019 SEND apprenticeships, further education and employment.” 6pm-8pm advice The majority of our students go on to further education Address: Kensington Avenue, Thornton Heath, and students are fully supported throughout the UCAS CR7 8BT application process. Our Careers Advisor also gives up Public Buses: 50, 109, 250 to date careers advice and supports students in the key Transport: Train: Norbury Station decisions that shape their future. Applications: To guarantee consideration for an course interview please apply by Friday OFSTED recently commented : “Sixth-form students 17 January 2020 listings fare well in their A levels. The school offers a wide Norbury Manor Sixth Form is now range of academic courses, with some relevant only open to girls. applied courses too. The options meet students’ External applicants are welcome to needs. Staff provide good, impartial guidance about apply to this sixth form. courses available at the school and elsewhere. Most For information on our admission schools/ Year 11 pupils join the sixth form. They value the criteria, please visit the school’s website. colleges continuity from key stage 4 into post-16.” So, if you are forward thinking and excited about the opportunities available to you here, you need to visit us at our Open Evening. useful info /
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Contact: Jean King | Pastoral Manager back to Tel: 020 8656 0222 contents Email: [email protected] Website: www.oasisacademyshirleypark.org
Oasis Academy Shirley Park Sixth Form offers students high achieving Post-16 provision within a nurturing school environment. Ofsted have judged the Academy to be Outstanding in all areas and results have improved at 6th form year after year. There is a wide range of courses welcome on offer, including the academic rigour of A Level offer and vocational alternatives including BTEC. This ensures that our students are thoroughly prepared to progress to universities including the Russell Group and highly competitive courses, further training or employment.
Why study at Oasis Academy leadership roles and all new students being getting Shirley Park? welcomed into our special family. started Top Provider for KS5 in Croydon based For further information about Sixth Form at on Progress in 2018 Oasis Academy Shirley Park visit www. oasisacademyshirleypark.org or visit us. The Sixth Form at Oasis Academy Shirley Park (OASP) is a post-16 institution that helps all What our students say: moving students to reach their potential. Each student at “Dedicated teaching, teachers motivate students to forward OASP 6th form is designated a tutor to support, guide, motivate and inspire them to achieve their achieve the best” “Strong Support system” goals. These tutors and their teachers are led by a Lakeisha and Gulben - Year 13 Students dedicated 6th form team. Since opening as an Academy in September 2009, this team have put in What Ofsted says: apprenticeships, place systems that have improved attainment and “In both 2017 and 2018, students’ progress on A-level foundation, raised aspirations year on year. We consider courses was well above the national average.” ourselves to be a centre of excellence and are employment “Students who need to develop English and immensely proud of the achievements of our mathematical skills make good progress with their former students. GCSE qualifications while in the sixth form.” The Sixth Form Common Room provides a “All students who left the school in the last two years business-like, independent study area for students SEND went into education and training, with over 90% of to develop their research skills and complete students going onto university.” advice assignments within a supervised environment. This room is equipped with computers for students to Important Information use within and beyond school hours and the sixth form staff are always available for advice and Open Event: Thursday 14 November 2019 guidance. Our enrichment programme has 6pm to 8pm course incorporated many trips including overseas and to Address: Shirley Road, Croydon CR9 7AL meet Barack Obama plus speakers as varied as the listings Public Buses: 289, 130, 367, 197, 312 US Ambassador, Sir Roger Carr, CEO of BAE Transport: Tram: Woodside Systems and a sports psychologist. Train: East Croydon Sixth Form students act as role models for the Applications: Prospectus and application form younger students in the Academy. Leadership available from autumn term 2019 schools/ opportunities are available for sixth form students Latest date for applications – colleges to hone their public speaking talents and contribute Friday 14 February 2020 to the well-being of others. Our welcoming nature External applicants are welcome to has resulted in many students who did not attend apply to this sixth form. For information on their admission the academy in younger years being given criteria, please visit the school’s website. useful info /
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Contact: Mr S Cox | Director of Sixth Form back to Tel: 020 8657 8935 contents Email: [email protected] Website: www.thequestacademy.org.uk
Our motto, Learning Changes Lives, reflects our belief in the importance of our work. We commit to ensuring every student makes outstanding progress. We have high expectations, offer the finest teaching and insist on the best standards of behaviour and welcome respect. We offer a wide range of enrichment activities to extend learning and promote leadership, teamwork, reflection, confidence and high self-esteem. Our strength comes from strong partnerships with parents, the community and the close links we have with The Collegiate Trust and Riddlesdown Collegiate.
getting Why study at The Quest Academy? At Quest6, you will work hard to achieve your academic potential and develop the personal started Quest6 students achieved 100% pass rate at A qualities that are a prerequisite to future success. Level and BTEC for the last 4 years. In 2017, 76% Quest will support you in writing a personal of all grades were A*-C, at A Level or equivalent. statement that demonstrates your strengths and 98% of all Level 3 BTEC grades were Merit or abilities. better, with 50% achieving a Distinction. Quest6, moving has been recognised as being in the top 12% of all forward state-funded providers in England and was recently What our students say: admitted to the SSAT Leading Edge network, a “Tutors get to know you well and how to get the best national group of exclusively high-performing from you. Quest6 has a homely feel to it and I really secondary and special schools. Quest students enjoyed my time there.” René Andersen, Head Girl have been awarded places at the most competitive apprenticeships, tertiary institutions, including Oxford University, “It was hard work but I received lots of help including foundation, and on highly sought-after apprenticeships. introductions to The Social Mobility Foundation and employment EPQs. They offered after-college sessions and Easter A wide range of 16 A Levels and 4 BTEC courses holiday sessions. My Student Co-ordinator was are offered. A full list of courses can be found well‑connected, which meant they were able to find at https://thequestacademy.org.uk/quest6/ me valuable work-experience.” Tadi Mungate prospectusapplicationform/ Important Information SEND Students benefit from small tutor groups and advice support from a dedicated and committed staff Open Event: Whole School team. A whole-school new build, includes a Sixth Tuesday 24 September 2019, 5-8pm Form wing housing a common room, computer Quest 6 only Tuesday 8 October 2019, 4-7pm suite, dedicated specialist classrooms and seminar rooms. Quest6 students have access to Address: Farnborough Avenue, South Croydon course cutting-edge, state-of-the-art facilities and learn Surrey, CR2 8HD listings in a modern, peaceful, exceptional education Public Buses: T33, 130, 466, 64 environment. Transport: Tram: Gravel Hill Applications: All students wishing to apply are In addition to academic excellence, a wide range of advised to attend the Open Evening enrichment activities is offered, to extend learning and submit an early application. in a range of contexts and promote leadership, schools/ teamwork, reflection, confidence and high self- colleges esteem. The programme covers all aspects of personal, social, health, citizenship and careers education, as well as many extra-curricular activities including the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme. useful info /
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Contact: Mike Smith | Head of College VI back to Jay Weeks | Director of Learning contents Tel: 020 8668 5136 Fax: 020 8660 9025 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.riddlesdown.org
welcome In College VI we have high expectations for academic progress and independent learning. However, we believe that progress is about more than solely examination results. We provide a safe, positive, respectful community within which students are provided with a wealth of opportunities. We encourage students to take risks, rise to challenges and show resilience when faced with adversity. All students have access to high quality university and careers advice in order to support them in making well-informed decisions for their getting future. In College VI we aim to provide students with a supportive environment for started academic and personal success.
Why study at Riddlesdown What our students say: College VI offers over 300 students the “The teachers I have had contact with have always been moving opportunity to study a wide variety of subjects. unfailingly enthusiastic and encouraging, which is the most forward We offer 27 subjects at A Level as well as BTEC in important thing when the level of work is so difficult. This Sport and the AQA Extended Project. not only allows you to excel academically, but it increased my confidence, helping me develop as a person.” Amy We have excellent facilities, including modern science laboratories, dedicated sixth form “There’s a real sense of community within College VI. apprenticeships, classrooms; state of the art Apple Mac suites, I don’t think I would have felt as much of a part of a foundation, and a Performing Arts block. There is a large and community if I had gone to another school.” Kirsty inviting Common Room, a large well-resourced employment Library and a College VI café. “I have met lifelong friends and teachers who have really gone the extra mile for me. There is an obvious emphasis Each student is allocated a personal tutor who on working hard to meet your full potential but the College will support them throughout their time with us is also somewhere I can relax and have fun too.” Merita and provide one to one guidance on the University SEND application process. There are many opportunities “Students leave the school as thoughtful, mature and advice for extracurricular activities and leadership, for well‑adjusted young people who are ready to take up their example, the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award; place in society as responsible citizens” OFSTED May 2016 sport; mentoring; debating and student led societies. We have active College VI student Important Information leaders to liaise with teaching staff and organise Open Event: Thursday 3 October 2019 charity and social events, such as the College course 6pm-8pm VI Prom. We provide a varied guest speaker listings programme to give students the opportunity to Address: Honister Heights, Dunmail gain advice and learn from individuals from a Drive, Purley, Surrey, CR8 1EX variety of backgrounds and industries. Public Transport: Buses: 412 Train: Riddlesdown Station We place a high emphasis on pastoral care and guidance to help students adapt to the demands of Applications: Students and parents are schools/ encouraged to attend our Key Stage 5 and prepare them for the future. colleges Open Event before applying. Applications should be submitted online by 13 December 2019
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Contact: Ms Doherty | Vice Principal back to Tel: 020 8656 9755 Fax: 020 8654 8507 contents E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.shirley.croydon.sch.uk
Shirley High School is an award winning post 16 provider. The sixth form is proud of its academic success. Results have been consistently strong. In 2017-18 the school performance tables showed Shirley High Sixth Form in the top 5% for A Level welcome value added performance and top 10% for vocational performance. The 2018 A level results were first rate with 76% achieving A*-C grades at A level, 96% Distinction*- Merit at BTEC Level 3 and 100% pass rate. In 2018 100% of students who applied to university got their first choice! As a developing sixth form (6 years old) Shirley High School has continued to extend it’s sixth form getting provision and now offers a wide range of A levels alongside BTEC Diplomas. A dedicated Sixth Form Block was opened in 2013 with study areas and a modern common room. Independent study areas are started supported by learning mentors.
Why study at Shirley High School? BTEC Diplomas The Sixth Form at Shirley High School aims to • Business • Music Technology moving provide a high-quality post-16 education which will • Childcare • Health and Social Care forward enable students to reach the best possible standards • Dance • Public Services of achievement in both academic and personal development. High expectations, first class teaching, Entry Requirements individual support and excellent relationships are • To study three A levels students are required to key features of the Sixth Form at Shirley. The school obtain 5 x GCSE passes at grade 6 and above. apprenticeships, provides first class independent study areas that They are expected to achieve a minimum of are supervised by staff and help to create a strong GCSE grade 5 in English and Mathematics. foundation, learning ethos. The enrichment programme offered • To study a BTEC Level Three course students are employment at KS5 enhances students work in the classroom required to obtain 5 x GCSE passes at grade 4 and helps to form ‘character’. Involvement in charitable events, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, Arts • To study Health and Social Care BTEC level 2 performances, mentoring schemes, work experience students are required to obtain 5 x GCSE passes. and many other activities enables students to develop SEND skills and confidence. All students are encouraged What our students say: advice to take responsibility for their own learning so that, “With the help from my teachers at Shirley Sixth Form through individual effort and teamwork, they attain I have been able to fulfil my dreams.”Mufaro Shambare the highest possible academic success and develop an informed approach to life; one that will be of lasting “Teachers find time to give one to one support and benefit to themselves and society. really care about the individual. I have thoroughly course enjoyed my time at Shirley High Sixth Form.” Courses Offered Arianne Carless listings A Levels “There are always teachers around to help you; they • Applied Science • Geography always give you the support you need.” Fahana Matlib • Art & Design • History (Fine Art and Graphics) • Mathematics Important Information schools/ • Biology • Media Studies • Business • Photography Open Event: Thursday 31 October 2019 colleges • Chemistry • Physical Education 5:30pm-7:30pm • Computing • Physics Address: Shirley Church Road, Croydon, CR0 5EF • Design Technology • Psychology Public Bus: 119, 130, 194, 198, 367, 466, 494 • • Religious Studies Drama & Theatre Studies Transport: • English Language (AS level) usefulopen event info / open event • English Literature • Sociology Schools & Colleges calendarcalendar 60 St Joseph’s College
Contact: Dr Woodburn | Director of Sixth Form back to Tel: 020 8761 1426 contents E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.stjosephscollege.org.uk Online application: www.stjosephscollege.ulas.co.uk
Choosing where to study after completing GCSEs is a big decision and we are delighted that St welcome Joseph’s College is one of your Sixth Form options. St Joseph’s College offers quality teaching, supported learning and strong pastoral provision. Your teachers will consistently challenge you to think for yourself, become an independent student and fulfil your potential. Last academic year 95% of A-level students secured grades A*-E in three or more of their subjects, allowing them to access a wide range of universities, with A-level results in 75% of our subjects exceeding the local and national averages. As for our vocational students, 100% of getting students secured D*D*D* - DDM and went on to secure university places and apprenticeships. started Why study at St Joseph’s? We firmly believe in education beyond the classroom. In addition to the formal programme of study, a range We offer a broad curriculum that ranges from BTEC of enrichment activities (e.g. Sports clubs, discussion Level 3 through to Advanced Level AS and A-Level groups, Extended Project Qualification etc.) are courses. Alternatively, if you are passionate about moving provided to ensure that our students develop as well sport we offer a Level 3 Sport & Exercise Science forward rounded and confident young adults, with weekly programme in partnership with Chelsea FC Foundation enrichment sessions timetabled every Wednesday (http://www.stjosephscollege.org.uk/sport- afternoon. All students take part in our leadership exercise-science-with-chelsea.html). In addition to programme and also have access to our extensive subject lessons, students engage with weekly pastoral sporting facilities; a fully equipped gymnasium, rock sessions, an interactive and immersive Life Skills climbing wall and swimming pool. apprenticeships, schedule, a student-led Student Union, a structured foundation, leadership programme and in-house mentoring, all of What our students say: employment which make up a dynamic academic package. “The 6th Form is small but this is highly beneficial as At St Joseph’s College, we provide personalised you can build a closer relationship with teachers and guidance for every student through our pastoral and staff, thus increasing your confidence during lessons and vocational tracking programme and our Sixth Form SEND allowing you to reach your full learning potential. The Tutors and career’s advisors are experts at supporting fact everyone at the 6th Form knows your name builds a advice your ambition, whether it be early entry medicine sense of community and friendship.” - Hamzah or a practical apprenticeship. UCAS support, visits to University Open Days and aspirational higher Important Information educational choices are also features of our pastoral support programme and lead all students to reach for Open Event: Tuesday 15 October 2019 their highest potential. 6pm-8pm, with tours available course at 5:30 pm listings Entry into the Sixth Form is based on: examination Address: Beulah Hill, SE19 3HL results, a formal interview, and a reference/ Public Transport: Buses: 137, 196, 249, 468 recommendation from your previous school. Train: West Norwood Station We recognise qualifications outside of the GCSE Applications: All applications must be submitted structure should they represent equivalent pass via the online application portal schools/ levels. Pre-requisite subject requirements can be and the application deadline found in our prospectus on our website http://www. for internal applicants is Friday colleges stjosephscollege.org.uk/6th-form.html, along with 8 November and for external the link to our electronic online application form. applicants is Friday 24 January.
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Contact: Ms L Yost | Head of sixth form back to Tel: 020 8668 6251 contents Fax: 020 8660 9003 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tmcs.org.uk
Thomas More Catholic School is a mixed Catholic comprehensive school in the heart of Purley, welcome recently judged as good by OFSTED. It has a strong Christian ethos that is inclusive and welcomes all faiths. We have a growing and expanding Sixth Form with good results. We offer a full range of AS*, A2 and BTEC courses as well as English and Maths GCSE. We provide opportunities for young people to develop academically, spiritually and socially. *Most A levels are now 2 year linear courses – only a limited number of AS levels are offered. getting started Why study at Thomas More? What our students say: Thomas More is an exciting place to be and Sixth “The support system in the school is amazing, superb Form students fully share the motto of the school and consistent. Teachers are ready to help, even – ‘To Care, To Learn, To Achieve’ with a Sixth form beyond regular class lessons, as they are willing ethos of ‘Believe and Achieve’. We are a close knit to go the extra mile with individual tutoring. The moving and friendly community. relationship between the students is very productive – everyone is concerned about each other and you forward The school aims to provide a high quality Post- can go to them for help.” Sinead 16 education which will enable students to reach the best possible standards in both academic and “It’s a great school, great teachers, great atmosphere personal development. High expectations, strong – helps you strive for your best.” Joy apprenticeships, teaching, individual support, voluntary opportunities and excellent relationships are key features of our “A very inspiring school because the teachers really foundation, care a lot about the students.” Katie employment Sixth Form. We have excellent pastoral care and have a wide range of enrichment opportunities such “An extremely supportive and friendly atmosphere as sport, debating, mentoring, Charity work, NCS, whilst studying for A levels and applying for Duke of Edinburgh award and student leadership universities.” Jie programmes. Independent study and supervised SEND study sessions also make up part of the students’ Important Information timetables. advice Open Event: Thursday 10 October 2019 Excellent careers and UCAS guidance is given through 6:30pm-8pm tutor time sessions and assembly, with regular workshops and visits to fully prepare and inform Address: Russell Hill Road, Purley, Surrey CR8 2XP students about the choices they have for the future. We have a wonderful 6th form area comprising of course Public Transport: Bus: 60, 127, 166, 289, 405, 407, an ICT suite, work room and common room. We listings 412, 455 are lucky to have a partnership with the University Train: Purley Station of Sussex and we take students on many University visits and higher education fairs, as well as the annual Applications: Prospective students and their UCAS convention. Parents/Guardians should attend the Open Evening and submit their schools/ Visit us on our open evening to tour the school application as early as possible. colleges and find out what we are all about.
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Contact: Mr R Goodwin | Director of Sixth Form back to Mr J Brack | Head of Sixth Form contents Tel: 020 8668 6464 Fax: 020 8660 9038 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.woodcote.croydon.sch.uk
welcome Sixth form students at Woodcote Sixth Form continue to excel with another year of fantastic and life changing results. Our March 2018 Ofsted report noted that ‘Strong leadership, positive relationships and high-quality teaching are contributing to the growing success of your sixth form.’ Our Sixth Form is a positive and welcoming environment where all students are challenged and supported to achieve their full potential and make a positive contribution to the life of the getting school community. started What defines Woodcote Sixth Form is its commitment to secure students’ successful entry into higher education, apprenticeships and employment through its high-quality pastoral support, pursuit of academic excellence and wide-ranging extra-curricular provision.
moving Why study at Woodcote sixth form? What our students say forward Our most recent Ofsted report recognised that our “A great place to study! The staff made my transition ‘students were very positive about their experience in from Year 11 really smooth and helped me throughout Woodcote High Sixth Form. They were appreciative of Year 12.” the strong support that teachers give them to improve their academic work and the guidance they receive in “I was daunted when I joined from my old school, but apprenticeships, applying for university places. One student typical of Woodcote Sixth Form was the right choice. Everyone foundation, others said, “Coming to Woodcote Sixth Form is the best helped me settle into both my new surroundings and employment decision I have made in a while.” with my A Level courses.” We offer opportunities to gain qualifications and “Woodcote helped me so much with my UCAS employment skills which are matched to the needs of application. The staff went above and beyond to make individual students and which prepare them both for sure I had the best chance of succeeding.” SEND their next steps and future lives. Great care is taken Important Information advice to ensure that students have tailored curriculum pathways which are right for them and these include a Open Event: Thursday 17 October 2019 wide range of A Level and Vocational courses. 6.30pm-8.30pm Address: Meadow Rise, Coulsdon, Our ethos encourages students to look beyond Surrey, CR5 2EH their current horizons and consequently we provide course Public Transport: Bus: S1, 434, 463 significant opportunities to develop both their talents Train: Coulsdon South, listings and interests through the curriculum enrichment Coulsdon Town programme and a variety of extra-curricular activities. Applications: Prospectus & application form Students are encouraged to adopt leadership roles will be available from October within the school and to play an active part in our 2019. Latest date for applications School Officials Team. is the 15 January 2020. schools/ colleges For more information about Woodcote’s Sixth Form visit www.woodcote.croydon.sch.uk or visit us at our Open Evening.
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In order to help you in your planning for the future, please use the contents of this booklet and back to advice from various sources to plan out your next steps to finding the best options for you. contents What I’ve done What I need to do By when Read this Prospectus! __ / __ / __
Researched and read up on all the different options for me __ / __ / __ welcome Thought about my learning style and strengths __ / __ / __
Thought about my favourite and strongest subjects __ / __ / __ getting Thought about jobs and careers started I am interested in for the future __ / __ / __
Researched the entry requirements for my potential career choices __ / __ / __ e.g. A levels vs BTEC’s moving Seen a careers adviser in my school __ / __ / __ forward Discussed my additional support needs with support professionals & parents/ carers (see pages __ / __ / __ 21-30) apprenticeships, Found out about open days and foundation, visited several post 16 providers __ / __ / __ employment Made applications for at least 3 potential post 16 options __ / __ / __
Found out about apprenticeships __ / __ / __ SEND & traineeships advice Followed up with places I’ve applied to check if they have __ / __ / __ received my application Prepared for upcoming interviews __ / __ / __ course Researched and trialled my travel __ / __ / __ listings route by public transport Thought about a plan ‘B’ option __ / __ / __
Studied to the best of my ability __ / __ / __ schools/ Set up a revision timetable and colleges revised! __ / __ / __
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This checklist will help you to plan and execute your course search. SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER DECEMBER Now is the time to start researching courses you Start preparing for your interviews (even if you are interested in. It is important to go to schools’ haven’t received your interview invite yet). welcome and colleges’ Open Events; how else will you See page 8 for some useful tips. know if you’ll enjoy studying there? • Practice your route to your interview before your • Please turn over for tips on what to do before and actual interview date. This way you can work out during an Open Event. exactly how to get there and also how long the • It is important to attend a range of Open Events, journey is. even if you have a strong idea of where you want Note: You should have submitted all of your getting to go and which course(s) you want to do. applications by the end of term. started After an Open Event 1. Make a list of the pros and cons of being a JANUARY - MARCH student at that particular school or college; this Interviews give schools and colleges an opportunity will help you decide whether you want to apply. to find out more about you. Make sure you carefully 2. If you are interested, complete your application read what you should bring to your interview. moving ASAP and submit it. forward 3. Don’t forget to check in with your tutor or FEBRUARY Head of Year to find out who will be completing your reference. If you haven’t heard back from any schools or colleges you have applied to, make sure you contact them and find out what is happening apprenticeships, OCTOBER with your application. foundation, employment Start making applications ASAP (it’s better to apply sooner rather than later). It is essential that MARCH & APRIL you apply to more than one school or college. You need to ensure you have options available once • At this point, you should have heard back with you get your GCSE results. Keep a record of which offers of a place and/or attended an interview. schools/colleges you have applied for and the date If you haven’t heard anything, follow this up. SEND that you submitted your applications. • If you haven’t made (m)any applications, you advice can still submit them. Your application should Use your half term break to assess your situation be acknowledged by the school or college, but • How many applications have you sent? if you haven’t heard anything 1 week after your • How many of the schools or colleges you have submission, contact the school or college to applied to have acknowledged your application? confirm they have received your application. course (Make a list of which schools or colleges haven’t and • You may not be asked for an interview. diary when you will contact them after half term). You will have to wait until results day and listings • If you haven’t sent any applications as yet, contact the school/college then. do this ASAP.
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The range of websites that can help you find out X www.icould.com more about your options is growing all the time. Ideas to get you thinking about your future Here are some to explore: career and how to get there. welcome X www.youngcroydon.org.uk X www.croydon.gov.uk/16-19options X www.apprenticeships.org.uk The information, advice and guidance portals for The main site for finding out more about young people in Croydon. Includes a downloadable apprenticeships and how to apply. copy of the Croydon post-16 prospectus and interactive application form. X www.gov.uk/1619-bursary-fund getting Financial support for young people who need some started X www.ucas.com/further-education help to stay in education or training after 16. Information about courses across the London region. X www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk General information and advice about money moving X www.careersbox.co.uk matters. forward Watch video clips of young adults talking about their experience of work and apprenticeships. X www.themix.org.uk/work-and-study Covers a very wide range of careers in different Helping young people make informed decisions sectors of business and industry. about work, study or training. apprenticeships, X https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/ X www.do-it.org foundation, The government’s careers advice site offers Volunteering is a great way to gain a taste for employment dedicated advice to young people and access careers you may be interested in whilst making to support from a personal advisor. a difference in your community.
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School/Organisation Date Time SEPTEMBER 2019 welcome The Quest Academy Tuesday 24 September 2019 5pm - 8pm The BRIT School Thursday 26 September 2019 4.30pm - 8.30pm OCTOBER 2019 Riddlesdown Collegiate, College VI Thursday 3 October 2019 6pm - 8pm getting John Ruskin College Saturday 5 October 2019 10am - 3pm started Coloma Convent Girls’ School Tuesday 8 October 2019 4:30pm - 7:30pm The Quest Academy Tuesday 8 October 2019 4pm - 7pm Croydon College Wednesday 9 October 2019 4pm - 6:30pm Norbury Manor Business and Enterprise College Wednesday 9 October 2019 6pm - 8pm moving forward Thomas More Catholic High School Thursday 10 October 2019 6.30pm - 8pm Capel Manor College Saturday 12 October 2019 10am - 3pm Coulsdon Sixth Form College Saturday 12 October 2019 10am - 1pm Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Tuesday 15 October 2019 5pm - 7:30pm apprenticeships, St Joseph's College Tuesday 15 October 2019 6pm - 8pm foundation, Archbishop Tenision’s CE High School Wednesday 16 October 2019 6pm - 8pm employment Harris Academy Purley Thursday 17 October 2019 5pm-7:30pm Woodcote High School Thursday 17 October 2019 6:30pm - 8:30pm Shirley High School Thursday 31 October 2019 5:30pm - 7:30pm SEND NOVEMBER 2019 advice Coulsdon Sixth Form College Thursday 7 November 2019 5:30pm - 8pm Croydon College Saturday 9 November 2019 10am - 1pm Harris Invictus Academy Thursday 14 November 2019 5pm - 7:30pm Oasis Academy Shirley Park Thursday 14 November 2019 6pm - 8pm course John Ruskin College Tuesday 19 November 2019 5:30pm - 8pm listings Harris Academy South Norwood Thursday 21 November 2019 5pm-7pm Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form Thursday 21 November 2019 5pm - 7:30pm DECEMBER 2019 schools/ John Ruskin College Thursday 5 December 2019 5:30pm - 8pm colleges
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School/Organisation Date Time FEBRUARY 2020 welcome John Ruskin College Tuesday 25 February 2020 5:30pm – 8pm MARCH 2020 Coulsdon Sixth Form College Wednesday 4 March 2020 (Pathway event) 5:30pm - 7:30pm getting Coulsdon Sixth Form College Wednesday 11 March 2020 (Pathway event) 5:30pm - 7:30pm started Coulsdon Sixth Form College Wednesday 18 March 2020 (Pathway event) 5:30pm - 7:30pm Croydon College Thursday 26 March 2020 4pm - 6:30pm Capel Manor College Saturday 28 March 2020 10am - 3pm moving JUNE 2020 forward Capel Manor College Saturday 13 June 2020 10am - 3pm John Ruskin College Tuesday 23 June 2020 5:30pm - 8pm JULY 2020 apprenticeships, Croydon College Wednesday 1 July 2020 4pm - 6:30pm foundation, employment AUGUST 2020 Capel Manor College Friday 21 August 2020 10am - 3pm
SEND Tips to get the most out of open events advice • Use this calendar and the dates for all the providers you want to see to plan your visits in advance. • Research the sixth form/college/training provider in advance and prepare a list of questions for course tutors/admissions/existing students who you can expect to meet on the day. • Ask about whether you will get to have a course taster. course • Check if there is an interview for your chosen/courses. listings • Check if any subjects you are applying for have specific grade/entry requirements or whether there is a requirement across the board, e.g. 5 or more GCSEs at grades 9-5. • If you have any specific support requirements, ask if you can discuss these with someone. See pages 9 and 21-30 for guidance on this. schools/ • If you are not available at the advertised time of a particular open event, please still contact the colleges organisation to check if they can offer you the chance to visit them on another date.
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