www.stephenperse.com 6th FORM INTERNATIONAL PROSPECTUS Stephen Perse 6th Form College, Cambridge 2 @SPFschools 3 /stephenpersefoundation “I love all my classes and I think the students at Stephen Perse are very diverse and welcoming; teachers have an excellent relationship with students and the INDEPENDENT SCHOOL OF THE YEAR atmosphere is lovely.” SUNDAY TIMES IB Dasha SCHOOL OF THE YEAR See: stephenperse.com/about Welcome to our vibrant 6th Form in the heart of Cambridge, where young people make an exceptional start in life. We achieve outstanding results As well as being a great place to by offering each student the right learn, our 6th Form is a great place to balance of support, inspiration and be – one that quickly feels like home. challenge they need to succeed. In the classroom, you will become a Around 1 in 4 of our students go on more independent learner, inspired by to study at Oxbridge, whilst others brilliant teachers, who are passionate pursue inspiring ambitions at leading about their subjects. You will leave us UK and international universities. equipped with the skills, knowledge and confidence to make your mark in We provide a modern, dynamic the world. learning environment – where you will be part of a friendly, diverse Mr Simon Armitage WELCOME student community. Head of 6th Form 4 5 Through individual academic We are located in central support and a progressive Up to Cambridge, minutes from approach to learning, our the train station and in students achieve top results 73% 15% easy reach of London and in both A Levels and the international airports. International Baccalaureate. EU OR A* OR A GRADES INTERNATIONAL Up to 15% of our students are from AT A LEVEL+ STUDENTS overseas and many of our UK students Leaver destinations have spent time living abroad. Law at Cambridge, Our community of around 170 Chemistry at Oxford, students is big enough to offer Economics at UCL, Medicine diversity, but small enough to feel at King’s College London, friendly and connected. Engineering at Imperial, 40+ Astrophysics at Edinburgh. Facilities Our leaver destinations are Our modern campus provides access + inspiring and diverse. AVERAGE IB SCORE to outstanding learning facilities including science labs, an arts centre +Results based on a three-year average and a 6th Form library. Each year several students opt to study at leading overseas universities. From Learning is supported by the latest Liberal Arts at Princeton to Translation technology, with students using in Geneva – our students access the iPads to support their studies. best opportunities in the world. A coffee shop and chill-out area Every student receives the support provides a central space for socialising. they need to achieve their goals. This includes advice on course selection, in-depth careers guidance and specialist support for those applying LEARN IN to Oxbridge. sixthform.stephenperse.com/ university-destinations RESULTS CAMBRIDGE “The sense of community makes it more than just a place for study, it’s a great place to socialise @SPFschools and make new friends.” /stephenpersefoundation Thomas 6 @SPFschools 7 /stephenpersefoundation “Besides amazing exam results, the best thing about Stephen Perse is the welcoming atmosphere, a sense of community and the teachers.” Anastasia Cambridge is a bustling, beautiful place to live. Full of history and brimming with new ideas – it is an exciting place to be. Entertainment Inspiration and innovation From museums, architecture and art Punt to nearby Granchester a village galleries, to theatre shows and live reputed to have the world’s highest music – there is much to explore. For number of Nobel Prize winners. shoppers, a blend of independent Cambridge is also the hub of Silicon and high street brands, as well as a Fen an international centre for central market offers a perfect mix. business innovation in technology and science. Space Cambridge is a green city – with Sports and leisure LIFE IN plenty of natural, open spaces and Cambridge is the perfect place to get OUR parks. Just minutes from our 6th active. From cycling and tennis, to CAMBRIDGE Form, a quiet moment can be found rowing and outdoor swimming – most HISTORY in the University Botanic Gardens. activities are easily accessed in the city. In the 17th Century, a bequest from Dr Stephen CAMBRIDGE Perse, a Fellow of Gonville and Caius College, created Cambridge’s first ‘Free Grammar School’. From this original school, the Stephen Perse Foundation has evolved to provide a complete educational pathway for boys and girls aged 3 to 18. 8 9 As the only independent “My university interview was pretty “It’s the academic support that I like. Rated ‘exceptional’ in our 6th Form in Cambridge much like a Theory of Knowledge lesson I came here to get good grades.” latest Independent Schools providing A Levels and the Inspectorate* report for International Baccalaureate – a really good argument (discussion)!” Coco teaching and learning, we (IB) – we offer different are proud of our academic ways to succeed. excellence. A Levels In small classes of around 10 students, our teachers deliver We offer a choice of over 20 A Level exceptional academic support. Whilst subjects. We are happy to advise on we encourage students to become the best combination of A levels for independent learners – support is specific university courses. always available. See our subjects at: sixthform.stephenperse.com/a-levels International Tutor Our International Tutor maintains International close contact with students and their Baccalaureate (IB) guardians or host families. Recognised by universities They help students to settle, offering worldwide, the IB gives a breadth of opportunities to visit places of skills and knowledge fit for the 21st interest in Cambridge and London. century. Students choose one subject from each of the following areas: If required, they can also advise on additional language support and can 1. English Literature arrange English tuition. 2. Foreign Language 3. Humanities *See: www.isi.net 4. Sciences 5. Mathematics 6. Art or Music or an additional Science, Language or Humanity subject More about the IB: sixthform.stephenperse.com/ib COURSES TEACHING Theory of Knowledge In Year 12, all students have an opportunity to study a Theory of Knowledge (ToK) course, which develops critical thinking and analysis. @SPFschools /stephenpersefoundation 10 11 GUIDANCE Our bespoke Guidance Programme provides inspiration, choice and support Past Inspire me! speakers include Cambridge academics, business leaders, entrepreneurs, for the future. FAQs doctors and scientists. Speakers share ideas Q. Do you provide boarding? Our Guidance Programme includes: on motivation, leadership and teamwork – as A. We are not a boarding school. • Interview practice well as their own career and life stories. International students live with their own • Mock entrance exams family or with an education guardian. • Aptitude tests Personal Tutor Q. What level of English do I need? • A dedicated Oxbridge tutor to support applications Our tutorial system provides regular access to A. Our international students have very good English. As a guide, we expect at least IELTS • Careers events a Personal Tutor. They offer advice on academic level 6.5 in academic writing. • University preparation days progress and plans for the future. • Inspire me! talks from successful individuals Q. What admissions tests will I need to take? A. Usually admissions tests and interviews take place in Cambridge. In special circumstances remote testing and interviews can be arranged. You may also need to sit our English as an additional language test. Further information: ENRICHMENT sixthform.stephenperse.com/internationals • Model United Nations HOW TO APPLY Our Creative, Active and Service (CAS) You don’t have to be a genius to come here. We • TED-Ed Club Enrichment Programme provides are looking for bright, curious young people opportunities to take on challenges, try • Writing for the student newspaper or blog who love to learn. Inspiring teaching, a huge new things and explore interests. • Volunteering in the local community variety of activities, great facilities and a warm, • Mock trials Every week, students have time to pursue enrichment supportive community do the rest. activities. We offer a wide choice of activities, including: Overseas trips To find out more please contact us: • Creative arts Through study visits, exchange tours and Tel: +44 (0)1223 454700 • Music volunteering our students have experienced Costa E: [email protected] 1:15 • Sports Rica, Cuba, the Himalayas, Kiev, Munich, New York, • Languages Zanzibar and more! • Social entrepreneurship See our full Enrichment Programme at: We look forward PERSONAL TUTOR • Drama sixthform.stephenperse.com/enrichment TO STUDENT RATIO to meeting you Madingley Rd Sidney St Newmarket Rd King St Coldhams Ln A1134 City of Cambridge 8 Regent St 7 5 Park Terrace t Trumpington St S er ilv A603 S Mill Rd A1134 6 A307 The Fen Causeway Union Rd A603 Hills Rd 2 1 Stephen Perse 6th Form College A1134 2 Stephen Perse Senior School Bateman St Station Rd 4 3 3 Train Station 4 Cambridge University Botanic Garden 5 Parker’s Piece Brooklands Ave 6 The Fitzwilliam Museum Shaftesbury Rd 7 Mathematical Bridge 8 King’s College A1134 1 Contact Connect Visit T: +44 (0)1223 454700 @SPFschools Stephen Perse E: [email protected] /stephenpersefoundation 6th Form College W: stephenperse.com Shaftesbury Road Cambridge CB2 8AA.