LEARN ASPIRE ACHIEVE Ofsted GoodProvider Dear Parents and Carers tailored to individual needs and where expectations are high. We live by the I am delighted that you are considering college values of learn, aspire and College Sixth Form. We are achieve. Students enjoy coming to proud of our track record of success Wigston College Sixth Form where that enables students to make the best they are supported, stretched and choices for higher education or career challenged in order to achieve their progression. personal best.

We offer the broadest range of subjects The Sixth Form is an exciting time in to meet individual needs alongside the a young person’s life and we will work highest level of support and guidance with you to provide everything needed provided by experienced staff who for future success and the best possible understand how to make the most of outcomes. students’ abilities and talents. Mike Wilson The Sixth Form is a time of enrichment Headteacher when students complement their academic studies with other activities that broaden their minds and circle of friends. We place a very high value on sport and music, clubs and activities. Students are encouraged to be involved in the local community. We know the value to young people of contributing to society.

At Wigston College we believe that students learn best when they are excited and engaged with their 01 02 03 04 05 06 subjects, where their learning is INDEX ABOUT US ADMISSION THE COURSES MEETING YOUR NEEDS ENRICHMENT APPLYING “Wigston College is a place where hard work, dedication and passion, from 01 both students and staff, come together to allow talents to flourish and bring ABOUT US success within reach”

Kate Nelson Head Girl 2016-17. BSC Nursing,

An exciting future Zach Morley, Emma Palmer, Laura Lees and Rhys Kilby Sixth Form students are able to access support, small group sessions and Deputy Head Boy, Deputy Head Girl, Head Girl and Head Boy Wigston College is a specialist a range of study spaces throughout the advice and feedback via email. Sixth Form Learning Centre. college day. Choosing to study at Wigston We are privileged to have been socially. We have both been Wigston go far with their studies and ambitions. College has significant benefits. We appointed as Head Girl and Head Boy Academy Trust students since Year A wide range of enrichment and extra- Facilities, teaching and support is Students can study in a range of are large enough to offer a wide of Wigston College. We are extremely 10, and have been active members of curricular activities are on offer, which focused on A Levels and other Level locations to suit their preferred learning variety of courses but small enough proud of the Ofsted Good rating in all the College community, where we felt ensures that Wigston College supports 3 courses. Students will benefit from style. The Common Room is open all to provide you with the network of aspects and aim to ensure that the welcomed, supported and safe. Every students become well-rounded being in a learning environment day for Sixth Form students to use support required for you to make the college continues to excel and improve. student is made to feel like they belong, individuals. focused on advanced level studies, as an informal study and social area. successful transition from GCSE to A both by students and teachers. whilst benefitting from the close links Many departments provide independent Level and Level 3 studies. We want every student to achieve their with the and the study space for Sixth Form students in full potential, through a positive and With support from teachers and community, which asllow us to offer subject classrooms and We provide a learning programme friendly learning environment, in which guidance from peers, every student at Rhys Kilby & Laura Lees an extended range of enrichment and in addition to timetabled teaching which tests your capabilities and they can thrive academically as well as Wigston College has the potential to Head Boy and Head Girl volunteering opportunities. lessons, staff provide one-to-one supports your ambitions. 02 ADMISSION

More able students will be encouraged Students will also be expected to have to take the Extended Project a good engagement for learning score Qualification (EPQ) alongside their A and a good record of attendance at Key Admission Requirements Level subjects. Stage 4.

For admission to Advanced Level combination of A Level and other level record of attendance at Key Stage 4. To move from Year 12 to Year 13 in any Students on this learning pathway will programmes of study, students are 3 courses (e.g. BTEC) if they so wish. subject a student will require: retake core qualifications in English usually expected to achieve a minimum Students are required to study a and Mathematics and follow a full of 6 GCSEs at A* - C or equivalent For students who have studied minimum of 3 subjects at Advanced • A minimum of a grade D at AS level programme of Level 2 qualifications (including 4’s in English Language BTEC along with GCSEs, a Merit or Level in Year 12. or at Pre Public Examination or a along with some work experience and and Mathematics). Students also need Distinction is required to progress on Pass in coursework. enrichment activities. to meet any individual subject entry to A Level courses, unless otherwise Most students will continue with 3 • A good level of attendance during criteria stipulated. If students have stated in this prospectus. subjects in Year 13 to achieve the full A Year 12 Students may choose this pathway the grades to take specific subjects Level qualification if they are unsure about their future but have a grade 3 in English or Students will be expected to have For admission to the Progression career intentions or prospects and Mathematics or both, resit classes a proven track record of a positive Route, students are expected to would benefit from another year of will be available. Students can take a engagement for learning and a good achieve at least 4 D/3 grades at GCSE. supported study. Courses and Requirements Government and Politics However the courses listed have been evolved to How to choose your courses (GCSE English grade 4) minimise the prospect of this occurring. 03 A Level Courses History • Choose subjects that you enjoy and courses, especially those at Other Level 3 Courses Biology (Grade B at GCSE and grade 6 in GCSE English and 4+ play to your strengths! prestigious universities such as THE COURSES in Maths) (GCSE Science BB) BTEC Performing Arts Diploma Oxford, Cambridge and other Russell Business Studies Mathematics (Audition) • Look at university websites to check Group universities. These subjects (GCSE grade 6) (GCSE 4+ in English & Maths & Grade C in a Humanities/ BTEC Applied Science what course requirements there are are Biology, Chemistry, English Social Science subject) Media Studies (Double award CC or C’s in separate sciences) for specific degrees. Literature, Geography, History, (GCSE grade 5, English Higher) Chemistry Cambridge Technicals Art & Design Languages, Mathematics and Further (GCSE Science A in chemistry. AB in double science & 5+ Music (GCSE B) • There are certain A Level subjects Mathematics and Physics. If you are GCSE maths) (GCSE C or grade 5 in an instrument) that are considered to be ‘keystones’, unsure what you want to study at Computer Science Cambridge Technicals Health & Social Care Music Technology (GCSE English grade 4+) that is they open up the possibility university these subjects will keep (Grade B at GCSE) (GCSE music or interview/audition) Cambridge Technicals of entry to a wide range of academic your options open. Core Mathematics (course equivalent to an AS level) Physical Education Information Technology (Grade 5 GCSE Maths) (GCSE grade B) (Grade C at GCSE) Dance Physics Cambridge Technicals Sport (GCSE B or BTEC Distinction) (GCSE double award BB separate science (equivalent to 1, 2 or 3 A Levels) (Evidence of ability and Physics grade B) Economics commitment to sport) (GCSE Maths grade 5) Product Design Sport (Subsidiary Diploma) (GCSE grade B) English Language Single option – 1 choice (GCSE grade 6) Psychology Sport (Diploma) (5 in GCSE English Lang/Lit, 4 in Maths and grade C in English Literature Double option – 2 choices (GCSE grade 6) Science) Sport (Extended Diploma) Film Studies Sociology Triple option – 3 choices (GCSE grade 5, English Higher) (5 in GCSE English Lang/Lit and C in Science) WJEC Food and Nutrition Spanish French (GCSE grade B) (GCSE grade B) (GCSE B)

Further Mathematics (Double option–counts as Theatre Studies 2 choices) (GCSE English Language grade 5, Grade C GCSE Drama Additional Courses/Programmes or BTEC Distinction) (GCSE grade 7) Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) Geography The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (Grade B in GCSE and grade 5 or above in GCSE English Please be aware that some courses may not run & Maths ) in Year 12 if numbers interested are very low. Young Enterprise. Our successful Performing Arts 04 Faculty inspires students to achieve their potential MEETING YOUR in the arts. The teaching skills of our staff, along with small class NEEDS sizes, ensure each student has every opportunity of realising their aspirations. “My time at the college was challenging, but enjoyable Our students gain impressive and staff are so easy to talk results with many moving on to. The College Productions to further their education at top have to be my highlights performing arts schools such as over the 2 years, with Laine Theatre Arts, Bird College, everyone working together LAMDA, RADA, LIPA, Royal to create such amazing Central, Laban, Tring Park shows. The Performing Arts and many more. Department and staff are incredible, I would not have Post 16 been able to achieve such Bursary Information high results without their help.” If you need financial support to help After this group has been considered students with the costs of transport, you stay in education after the age of the college has a limited amount of food, books, educational visits or other Alice Lee now studying BA 16 you can apply to us for the Post 16 funding available for other young course materials or equipment required. Musical Theatre at Bursary Fund. The Post 16 Bursary is people in need of financial support. Bird College targetted towards those young people For further information about the considered most in need of financial The college has set eligibility criteria to Post 16 Bursary, please contact Mrs support. The Government has identified ensure that the funds go to those who Plowright at Wigston College. a priority group of young people and are seen to need it most. Any young Little Shop of Horrors has asked that schools and colleges person who meets these eligibility Annual Musical, March 2016 give priority to this group first and offer criteria can apply for a Discretionary them a Guaranteed Bursary. Bursary. These funds can support Admissions tutors and employers are We provide extensive advice, support “I studied A Level Health and always looking for students who have and guidance to students. We have 05 Social Care, BTEC Art and BTEC more to offer than good academic high aspirations and want them to ICT. I really enjoyed my time at qualifications. achieve their best. ENRICHMENT Wigston College. I strongly feel that the college has enabled me The Enrichment Programme allows The Sixth Form team monitor and track to gain qualifications and achieve students to gain the necessary skills student performance and well-being, my goals. Teachers are very to be successful in the world of work intervening to offer support whenever friendly and always there to help, and to make them more attractive to required. support and guide you in the right prospective employers. direction. I am sad to leave.” All students will be expected to follow Nicole Dickinson – activities which are non- qualification Apprenticeship in Education hours and form part of their individual programme of study.

Students contribute to the college and community in a wide variety of ways: Careers Guidance • Supporting KS4 students in lessons covers the range of options open to prestigious medicine, veterinary and All students are supported as they • Mentoring Year 10/11 students students at 18+ and is delivered in law degrees. make important decisions about their • Supporting in the Learning Resource “Wigston College is a place which collaboration with local employers and future beyond A Levels. Centre prides itself on its students. We are universities. Students are guided through the university application process as • Doing The Duke of Edinburgh’s constantly encouraged to do our best Professionally qualified staff can smoothly and early as possible, with Award and achieve our full potential. Not only advise about Higher Education and Each year about 75% of Year 13 particular assistance given to the are we given the academic ability, but employment opportunities, and students go off to universities including writing of the personal statement. They could also be: also fundamental skills for our next representatives from external agencies those in the Russell Group. stage in life.” visit the college to provide further Students seeking employment after • Literacy Leaders in local Primary impartial advice and guidance. We have a tradition of our most highly A Level attend Life Skills classes with Schools Joe Chamberlain, Head Boy 2016-17 achieving students successfully a particular focus on developing job • College Ambassadors at events Reading Engineering at University of In addition, the Life Skills programme progressing to Oxbridge, and to search skills. • Young Enterprise members Birmingham Attendance Policy • Term time holidays be worn with trousers (no denim), a • Babysitting younger siblings reasonable length skirt or dress. (no 06 Students are expected to aim to • Part-time work which is not part of denim). Shoes which can be polished achieve 100% attendance and be the student’s programme of learning or suede. Plain black trainers or canvas APPLYING punctual for all their lessons. However, shoes are acceptable. Hoodies are in some circumstances students may It is vitally important that holidays are not acceptable whereas plain V-neck not be able to avoid being absent. not taken in term time. or round neck jumpers, cardigans or sweatshirts are acceptable. Therefore it is expected that parents/ Dress Code carers notify the college of any absence Sports Students: as soon as possible in line with the To reflect a modern working Sports students are allowed to wear college’s attendance policy. environment there is a dress code the official college sportswear as their for all students. We believe that high dress code. standards of personal appearance Unauthorised absence will be followed equate to high standards in all other Applications can be made via UCAS up on a daily basis. matters. Progress. These must be received by 31st January 2018 in order to Absences considered acceptable and Males: guarantee an interview. authorised are: Shirts with a collar or polo shirt of student’s choice, a tie is optional. For students at Wigston Academy, • Medical (supported by appointment Smart trousers (no denim) Shoes please complete an application form “The college has provided me with letter) which can be polished or suede. Plain which will be made available in the many opportunities from Duke of • Attendance at a funeral of immediate black trainers or canvas shoes are Autumn Term. Edinburgh to Sixth Form Management family acceptable. Hoodies are not acceptable committees.. This combined with • Career related interview whereas plain V-neck or round neck Your application must be received by camaraderie and the community feel • Driving test jumpers, cardigans or sweatshirts are 31st January 2018 and will be followed of the college has provided me with acceptable by an interview in February 2018. a unique environment to work in and Absences considered unacceptable achieve outstanding grades.” and therefore unauthorised are: Females: Conditional places will be offered to A blouse, top or smart polo shirt that successful applicants in writing and Luka Zelenovic, Reading Chemical • Social event/ birthday celebration or covers the shoulders can be worn. (no you will then receive an invitation to our Engineering similar slogan t-shirts or crop tops). This can Induction – 3rd & 4th July 2018. at All college policies can be found on our website at www.wigstoncollege. org The details in this publication are correct at the time of printing

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