Your Aspirations, Our Inspiration Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus | 1 Your Aspirations Our Inspiration Welcome Introductions Why choose Woodkirk? Excellent academic outcomes Why choose Woodkirk? Outstanding student support Why choose Woodkirk? Fantastic enrichment opportunities Why choose Woodkirk? First class careers guidance 2 | Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus Our daughter has come home with smiles, Students achieve laughter and lots of stories. I now know we outstandingly well. made the right decision. Ofsted Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus | 3 I fully enjoyed my time in the Sixth Form. I was happy and made new friends. 4 | Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus Welcome On behalf of the Governors, staff and students I would like to thank you for your interest in The Sixth Form @ Woodkirk Academy. It is our intention that, by reading this prospectus, you will acquire a fl avour of how choosing to study at Woodkirk will provide you with a fi rm foundation for adult life through a happy and memorable experience. We off er an extensive range of courses and experiences. As a member of our Sixth Form you develop a whole range of Woodkirk students have an impressive history of making the skills, be they academic, sporting, dramatic or musical, which most of the opportunities on off er. They gain great results, will be of benefi t to you through all of your life. Our Sixth make a successful transition to higher education, training or Form is large enough to off er a wide range of opportunities employment of their choice, and make a valued contribution whilst being small enough to care and treat everyone as an to school life and the wider community. individual. Our Sixth Form has a friendly and supportive environment, We are very proud of our Sixth Form, I hope you enjoy reading which refl ects the hard working atmosphere common to the about Woodkirk. I invite you to visit us to whole school. Great importance is attached to the relationships experience fi rst-hand the outstanding work our students share with their teachers, tutors and other staff and achievements of our students. who monitor progress, oversee their personal development and prepare them for the next stage of their lives. Mrs J Barton Principal Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus | 5 Introductions The Sixth Form at Woodkirk Academy is a thriving community in which we help young adults achieve academic and personal success. Students are encouraged to have the highest of aspirations and are fully supported in realising these by a dedicated and specialist team. Woodkirk is a warm and friendly place where young people Our Sixth Formers are well-respected role models for the are treated as adults and staff take pride in developing younger students in school and are actively involved in positive working relationships with everyone. We provide supporting them as mentors in the classroom and coaches on the environment and opportunities required by our students the sports fi eld. to achieve academic success as well as to become confi dent The Sixth Form @ Woodkirk Academy is where young people young people who have the skills to make a valuable thrive on the challenge of being the best that they can be, in contribution to society. The views of our students are all that they do. We have high expectations of all the students important us, so we have an active Sixth Form Council, which and enjoy working with every one of our students to help shapes the changes and improvements we are continually them achieve the very best future for themselves. making to respond to the student voice. Matthew Warwick-Giles We expect our young people to be fully engaged in their Vice Principal studies and to make the most of all the wider opportunities available to them. The extra-curricular experiences include trips to New York, Sicily and London; the opportunity to take part in the DofE Award; and the work experience programme. I would like to thank you for taking the time to fi nd out what the Sixth Form @ Woodkirk Academy has to off er. My involvement with the school dates back to 1989. I have been a teacher, governor and parent so have experienced the school from many points of view. I have no hesitation recommending The Sixth Form @ I would encourage you to come and experience the unique Woodkirk Academy. The care and guidance on off er is atmosphere of The Sixth Form @ Woodkirk Academy for outstanding, there is a friendly and inclusive atmosphere with yourself. high expectations of behaviour and a strong work ethic. Good luck. The Sixth Form Team are extremely dedicated, highly skilled Richard Aiston and very approachable with a high level of expertise in Chair of Governors preparing you for university or employment. 6 | Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus “One of the best attributes of The Sixth Form @ Woodkirk Academy is the support which is provided for students. The teaching is excellent here and no teacher is too busy to stay with you and give extra support. Woodkirk Academy provides the best opportunity to achieve your aspirations. Miles, Head Student I decided to continue my studies at The Sixth Form @ Woodkirk as I knew I could achieve my full potential here. All members of staff are extremely committed and over the years I have built up fabulous relationships with my teachers. The friendly, lively atmosphere created by both the students and staff enables you to achieve your goals. Shona, Head Student Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus | 7 I looked to move to Woodkirk for the Sixth Form because of the outstanding A Level results. When I came to the Open Evening all the students and teachers were friendly and very welcoming, I instantly felt comfortable about moving. As soon as I started I knew I had made the right decision, everyone was so enthusiastic and I cannot wait to achieve great things here. 8 | Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus Why choose Woodkirk? Excellent academic outcomes • We have high expectations of our students in all their subjects and this has led to an excellent record of success. • Our staff are dedicated, conscientious and well qualifi ed; they inspire enthusiasm and commitment from the students they teach. • Our students are passionate about their subjects and constantly strive to achieve excellence. • A wide and varied curriculum offers a range of courses including A Levels and Vocational qualifi cations which can be combined to suit the needs of your chosen career path. You will leave Woodkirk with the qualifi cations, skills and attributes to achieve success at university, on an apprenticeship or in employment Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus | 9 It’s not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves. Sir Edmund Hillary 10 | Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus Courses Almost all course are completed in two years and there are now external examinations prior to the final exam series. More information and the entry requirements for each of the courses can be found on our website in the course information. Course Title Award A Level Equivalent Applied Law BTEC 1 Art and Design BTEC 3 Business Studies BTEC 1 Fine Art BTEC 1 Health and Social Care Certificate BTEC 1 Health and Social Care Diploma BTEC 2 Music BTEC 1 Performing Arts BTEC 1 Sport BTEC 1 Course Title Award A Level Equivalent Biology A Level 1 Business Studies A Level 1 Chemistry A Level 1 Computer Science A Level 1 English Language A Level 1 English Literature A Level 1 English Language and Literature A Level 1 Further Mathematics A Level 1 Geography A Level 1 History A Level 1 Languages (French, German and Spanish) A Level 1 Law A Level 1 Mathematics A Level 1 Music A Level 1 Physics A Level 1 Politics A Level 1 Product Design A Level 1 Psychology A Level 1 Sociology A Level 1 Course Title Award A Level Equivalent Applied Science Technical Certificate 1 Core Mathematics Level 3 Certificate 0.5 Digital Media Technical Certificate 1 Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus | 11 The students at Woodkirk are so friendly and helpful that there is always someone in the study areas that will help you with any difficult homework. 12 | Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus | 13 Sometimes the Why choose Woodkirk? best form of Outstanding student support support is between students in the • We know that all our students are • All subject departments recognise Sixth Form. individuals with different needs, that you may require more academic abilities, skills and personalities. support to achieve the grades you need. One to one and small group • We have an experienced, dedicated tutorials are offered by all subjects Sixth Form Pastoral Team who every week. understand there will be times when you may need help to achieve your goals. They are always on hand to provide caring and sensitive support, allowing you to overcome any barriers to learning. My son has just left Woodkirk to go to university. This has been made possible by the staff at Woodkirk. They are unbelievably generous with their time, nothing is too much trouble. The future depends on what you do today. Mahatma Gandhi 14 | Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus “My son has just left Woodkirk to go to university. This has been made possible by the staff at Woodkirk. They are unbelievably generous with their time, nothing is too much trouble.” Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus | 15 Why choose Woodkirk? There are so many opportunities to get involved in activities outside your studies. 16 | Woodkirk Sixth Form Prospectus Fantastic enrichment opportunities • Life at Woodkirk isn’t just about achieving academic • There are lots of opportunities for you to develop your excellence, it’s about developing the skills and attributes leadership skills.