HIGH ACHIEVERS PROGRAMME HIGH ACHIEVERS PROGRAMME MEET THE TEAM HIGH ACHIEVERS CO-HEADS: ED SWANN GEMANIE HASSALL-DENDY Director of STEM and Co- *OFFERS24 WERE Head of the High Achievers Quality Officer and Programme, Ed specialises Co-Head of the High RECEIVED IN 2020 FOR in supporting students who Achievers Programme, aspire to pursue a career Gemanie specialises in MDV COURSES within STEM or MDV with a monitoring and improving * - AS OF AUGUST 2020 particular focus on Oxbridge teaching and learning as applications using his own well as the overall WHAT IS THE experience from his time as student experience. PROGRAMME? an Oxford student. Designed by our experienced College staff who have graduated from some of the top universities HIGH ACHIEVERS CO-ORDINATORS: in the country, our High Achievers Programme gives specialist support to our most academically JODIE GUT SIAN HOLAH able students aspiring to study at Teacher of Law & Politics, Teacher of History, with prestigious UK and international with insight into both many years experience of undergraduate and teaching at A Level and universities. postgraduate qualifications giving students support Jodie specialises in and guidance in applying The programme enables you to guiding students through for university. Sian the Law National specialises in students receive individual mentoring, Aptitude Test (LNAT) and applying for degrees guidance and support from interview process. within Humanities. experienced professionals with first-hand knowledge of university admissions processes and tests. Alongside this support will be ANDREW BARKER numerous opportunities to hear Curriculum Manager and interact with guest speakers for Earth Sciences, Andrew is the College from world leading universities and lead for the Extended 199 A* EMILY CORNE OR EQUIVALENT GRADES companies. Previously: Thistley Hough Academy Project Qualification and specialises in supporting – 1/3 MORE THAN 2018 Studied: A Level English Language, A Level students looking to English Literature & A Level French progress into Earth Results: A*, A, A Sciences. Next steps: University of Oxford 2 3 HIGH ACHIEVERS PROGRAMME MEDICINE, DENTISTRY THE BENEFITS OF & VETERINARY TOP PRESTIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS SCIENCE Each year students join the High At first it might seem like a daunting We receive an increasing number of Achievers Programme with an array challenge to get that sought after students looking to pursue a career in Medical, Dentistry or Veterinary sectors of exceptional skills and abilities, all university offer, however, there will be every year. aspiring to attend top national and many opportunities to attend specially international institutions. designed talks to help you with your The Programme will provide a number application to top institutions and of opportunities to ensure that you Studying at prestigious destinations competitive courses. progress onto a top Medical, Dentistry Being part of the Medical, Dentistry and provides opportunities to access or Veterinary Science course, through Veterinary Programme alongside my A ongoing work experience and placements, Levels has helped me to develop my skills and outstanding teaching, research and tailored tutorials focusing on progression passion for science even further. I had access student facilities. These universities are IN THE LAST TWO YEARS, and a plethora of guest speakers and to bespoke tutorials and relevant workshops renowned for giving students a high- 10 STUDENTS HAVE alumni visits. which helped to prepare me to study Medicine at University. quality experience whilst successfully PROGRESSED ON TO STUDY preparing them for employment in a AT EITHER CAMBRIDGE OR SELCAN ICLI competitive market. OXFORD UNIVERSITY. Previously: Clayton Hall Academy Studied: A Level Chemistry, A successful application to top SPORTING A Level Mathematics and A Level Biology institutions requires a lot of preparation. Results: A, A, B EXCELLENCE Next steps: University of Birmingham With dedicated programmes such as the Talented Athlete Programme and The Junior The Sixth Form was a great environment Elite Scholarship, students will have access to to study, it’s been challenging but equally bespoke workshops, guest speakers and trips rewarding, especially when you see results to leading Universities specialising in sport. from your hard work. You are pushed academically both inside and outside of the classroom, but that encourages you to give 100% all of the time. Staff helped me to find supra-curricular courses that would help The College has provided me with extra with my entrance exams to university. They opportunities such as coaching qualifications really did go out of their way to support and and work experience. Excellent teaching and encourage me. guidance has helped me to get a competitive place at Loughborough University. IZAAK FAIRCLOUGH Previously: Clayton Hall Academy CHLOE STIRLEY Studied: A Level French, A Level Further Mathematics, Previously: JCB Academy A Level Mathematics, A Level Physics Studied: BTEC Sport & Excersise Science, Results: A*, A*, A*, A*, A* A Level Statistics Next steps: The University of Cambridge Results: BTEC D*D*D*, A 4 Next steps: Loughborough University 5 HIGH ACHIEVERS PROGRAMME SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL STUDY EVERY STEP For students considering the option of studying abroad, the Sixth Form WILL I HAVE ACCESS TO SPECIFIC I AM WORRIED ABOUT ADMISSION College provides students with the EVENTS IN THE RUN UP TO MY TESTS AND MOCK INTERVIEWS, CAN information, tools and encouragement UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS? YOU HELP WITH THAT? to pursue this route. We offer Throughout the year there will be numerous talks, Most prestigious institutions include an specialist assistant with research, workshops and events that are designed to prepare interview and admissions test as part of the application documents and webinars to you for university applications and life after admissions process. help you achieve your goals. Sixth Form. Our High Achievers Programme will fully The Sixth Form College has helped me realise prepare you through a series of practice With numerous opportunities to visit top my dream of attending Stanford University interviews and mock tests in the lead up to university destinations, plus guest speakers from in California. I’ve been pushed to think in your official admissions tests and interview. CREATIVE ARTS new ways and consider differing perspectives, prestigious institutions such as the University of whilst striving for excellence. Cambridge and Oxford, you will be Our students have progressed onto given every opportunity to enhance your WILL TAKING PART IN top Performing Arts institutions and university applications. SUPRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES TILLY GRIFFITHS HELP MY APPLICATION? Dance Conservatoires throughout Previously: Westwood College the UK, our dedicated and specialist HOW WILL AN EXTENDED PROJECT Studied: A Level French, A Level English Prestigious institutions like to see that students QUALIFICATION HELP ME TO teachers provide advice on creating an Language, A Level English Literature have a wider interest in their chosen area. Our PREPARE FOR UNIVERSITY? eye catching and stand out portfolio Results: A*, A, A wide range of student-led societies as well as Next steps: Stanford University, USA as well as offering support with For many an EPQ is the perfect tool to our innovative Futures Programme are fantastic university auditions. help boost your abilities and prepare you for ways to develop your skills outside of lessons university study. Focusing on a topic of your whilst improving your employability skills. choice, you’ll learn valuable research skills whilst expanding your subject knowledge. Additionally, UCAS recognises EPQs as worth half an A Level which really helps your Whether you’re a musician, a dancer, an artist application to stand out. or a designer, the College’s teachers support you to develop your abilities. During my university applications, the College worked DO YOU OFFER SUPPORT WITH with me to prepare for auditions, giving me UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS? one-to-one feedback on performances. All students that join the High Achievers JOE WOOD Programme will receive high quality assistance Previously: Trentham Academy with their personal statements; a key part of any A*-B ACROSS89% ALL EPQS Studied: BTEC Music Performance, UCAS application, including specially dedicated BTEC Performing Arts, A Level French sessions designed to help students create Results: BTEC D*D*, C unique personal statements customised for their Next steps: Laine Theatre Arts College university application. 6 7 DATES FOR YOUR DIARY YEAR 12 SEPTEMBER Visit to the Oxford University Day Apply for Summer School places JANUARY Work Experience week FEBRUARY Enrolment onto the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) MARCH Oxbridge Student Conference APRIL Oxford University/Russell Group Year 12 Study Days MAY Personal Statement sessions Summer Plans interviews with a member of the High Achievers Team JUNE Residential visit to Oxford University Cambridge/Oxford University Open Day JULY / AUGUST Individual preparation for Admissions Tests, wider reading and work experience Oxford University UNIQ Summer School YEAR 13 College UCAS Deadline for Oxbridge applications and Medicine, Dentistry and SEPTEMBER Veterinary courses (MDV) Applications to the Access to Birmingham Scheme (A2B) and the Access to Leeds (A2L) Scheme OCTOBER Admissions Tests Oxbridge Interview Preparation Event delivered by representatives from Oxford and Cambridge Universities 3-stage