@ haslingden high school
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@ Haslingden High School
Prospectus
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“Students demonstrate independence and resilience”
I am delighted that you are interested in joining our thriving and successful
Sixth Form. Our key aim is to ensure that each of our students
fulfils their potential and is able to go on to enjoy a
successful future. The ethos that underpins this is to provide a
secure and supportive environment in which students can benefit from expert
teaching and individual guidance.
We have a firm belief that students achieve most when they are happy, and in
our Sixth Form there are excellent relationships between staff and students as
well as an extensive enrichment programme. We offer the care, support and
guidance they need to excel. We are proud of our achievements and believe
that there is nowhere better for students to continue their studies.
Our sixth formers have privileges and are treated as mature young adults,
but we also have high expectations of them as role models for the younger
students in our main school. We do not have lots of rules and regulations but
expect a commitment to meet our ‘Eight Expectations.’ We offer a wide range
of Level 3 courses and hope to have something to suit everyone who meets
our basic entry requirement of having passed five Level 2 subjects at grade
4 or above (including English and maths). We also offer a Level 2 Post-16
Foundation Course in business and IT for students who do not achieve these
grades. This is a one year course that, upon successful completion, can then
give access to some of our Level 3 courses the following year. Details of all our
courses can be found in the Course Information Booklet.
I look forward to meeting and working with you in the future. If you require
any further information, please feel free to contact me.
SIMON HEATON BA (HONS) | DIRECTOR OF SIXTH FORM
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“Consistently good teaching and a well-planned and developing curriculum which meets the needs of all students”
• Ourhighlyqualified,dedicated subject specialists help our students achieve excellent results. In 2017 our results placed us as the highest performing local school sixth form using the government’s key measure: student progress.• WeofferawideselectionofALevelsubjects-fromphysics to psychology, as well as a range of vocational courses – from sport to health and social care. This means that the right study programme for each individualcanalwaysbefound.Allofourcoursesareideal for progression to university or into employment.
• Studentsandparentsreceivecleartargetsandregularupdates on performance against those targets.• High achievers are able to take advantage of our Russell Group programme to prepare them for application to the most competitive courses at the most prestigious universities. This includes being invited to complete an EPQ; an extended piece of independent study culminating in an award that is highly sought after by admissions tutors at the most prestigious universities. Students electing to complete an EPQ work under the guidance of a personal mentor.
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• Each student has an
individual tutor who works
withthemeachday.Anyquestions
or issues are discussed and worked
through with their tutor. The Director,
Deputy Director of Sixth Form and Head
of Year 12 work with tutors and oversee
any pastoral issues.
• InYear12allstudentsaretimetabled
a PSHEE period where issues relevant
to the students are explored. Examples
include sexual health, safe driving,
financial independence and developing
independent study skills.
• Studentsinneedofextrasupportaccess
a successful and proven mentoring
programme to help ensure that they
achieve success.
• ThroughouttheirtimeinourSixthForm,
students are given the highest level
of guidance and support to ensure a
smooth transition to employment or
university. In Year 13 each student has a
timetabled period each week to work with
their tutor where they receive support
and guidance to help them decide upon
and apply for their next step.
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James Harding “The teaching in Sixth Form is excellent. My teachers have
predicted that I will achieve four A and A* grades and I am
applying to Oxford University where I hope to study mechanical
engineering.”
James is studying physics, chemistry, maths and further maths.
Ellie Results
biology – A
chemistry – A*
maths – A*
Now studying
medicine at Newcastle
University
Zafana Results
biology – B
chemistry – A
maths – ANow studying
dentistry at Liverpool University
Daniel Results
maths – Afurther maths – B
physics - B
Now studying
physics at Exeter University
Alex Results
biology – E
business - C
vocational IT – Distinction*
Now completing an apprenticeship
in mechanical engineering at Senior
Weston Aerospace
Megan Results
biology – D
business - B
psychology - B
Now studying
physiotherapy at the
University of Huddersfield
Sabir Results
IT – Evocational science – Disinction*
vocational business – Distinction*
Now studying
computing at the
University of Central Lancashire
Connah Wroe “I came to Haslingden High School Sixth Form from BRGS. Before I
started, I was worried I would feel like an outsider, but I settled in straight
away. Everybody was really friendly from the start and I quickly felt I
had been here for ages. I am really enjoying my time in the Sixth Form;
coming here was definitely the right choice.”Connah is studying English literature, business, law and sport. He is
applying to study law at university.
Amina Miah “What I love about Haslingden High School Sixth Form are the people,
the small class sizes and particularly the teachers – they really care. I
have made superb progress because of all the support and help I’ve
been given. I also like the way everyone is treated as an individual.”Amina is studying sociology, law, geography and vocational media.
She is hoping to study sociology at university.
Rachel Cree “I am really into the performing arts, so it is brilliant to be able to work in
a lovely theatre. There are loads of extra-curricular activities here – my
personal highlights are always performing in the school productions and
dance shows.
Rachel is studying dance, theatre studies, English language and
maths. She hopes to take a performing arts related degree at
university.
Matty Reed “As well as my lessons I am heavily involved in other activities at sixth
form, including being captain of the football team. There are numerous
chances to get involved in things ranging from sports to charity work.”Matty is studying law, PE, RS and vocational science and hoping to
join the police after Sixth Form
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“There is a wide range of extra-curricular activities on offer for all students, including a rich menu of sporting opportunities, art, dance, drama and visits to many interesting places which students say they enjoy”
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• Our‘RussellGroup’allowsthebrighteststudentstoengageina range of activities to enhance their applications to the most competitive universities. Examples include a visit to Oxford University and the chance to complete an EPQ.
• Weofferafullenrichmentprogrammeavailabletoall.Inrecentyears this has included; football, rugby and netball teams, school bands, debating, fair trade and charity societies, trips to Iceland and California, school dance shows and theatrical productions as well as numerous other activities and educational visits.
• AvibrantStudentManagementTeamhelpstoensuretheneedsofstudents are always met. Elections are held annually.
• Workplacementsandvolunteering opportunities with organisations such as The Challenge. AllstudentscompleteanInternshipWeekinaworkplaceattheendof Year 12.
• Studentsareencouragedtojoinwithlike-mindedotherstobeginclubs and societies that reflect their own interests. Staff will always be available to offer support.
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sWe offer unrivaled facilities within a state–of–the-art Sixth
Form building that is separate from the rest of the school.
• Atitscentrethereisa270seattheatreusedforSixthFormevents,
lectures and performing arts lessons.
• Threededicatedmediasuites.
• Amodernandspaciousstudentcommonroomwherestudentscan
relax, socialise and eat and drink during their free periods breaks and
lunches. Our café is attached to the common room and open all day
serving breakfast, lunch, drinks and snacks.
• Aprivatestudyroomfullyequippedwithindividualstudyboothsfor
students to work independently in a quiet environment.
• Wi-Ficonnectivityisavailablewithinthesixthformbuilding
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We are committed to offering the right mix of courses and enrichment activities for each individual.Allapplicantswillhaveapersonalinterviewtodiscusstheircourse choices in detail. Our basic entry requirement for Level 3 study is having passed five Level 2 subjects at grade 4 or above (including English and maths)..
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“Teachers’ excellent subject knowledge is used to plan challenging lessons, which capture students’ interest and enable them to make rapid progress”
Starting Point Less than 5 GCSEs at grade 4
5 + GCSEsat mainly grade 45 or more GCSEsat mainly grade 5 and above
5 or more GCSEsat mainly grade6 and above
Year 12 Level 2 Business and IT course
4 vocational courses
4 courses which may beamixtureofAleveland vocational courses
4Alevelcourses
Year 13 Begin Level 3 courses
3 or 4 vocationalcourses
3 or4 courses which maybeamixtureofAlevel and vocational courses
3or4Alevelcourses
After Year 13 Finish Level 3 courses
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1 Visit our Open Evening
2 Contact us for more information
3 Come and visit us
4 Take a look at our website: www.haslingdensixth.com
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@ Haslingden High School
Broadway | Haslingden | Lancashire | BB4 4EY
t: 01706 215726
Headteacher:MarkJacksonBScMA
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