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The Sixth Form CollegeFarnborough
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A welcoming place to study...All the staff and students were great ambassadors for
the College at your recent Open Evening. My daughter’sapplication was promptly completed for Farnborough. On every level, in every area that matters to a student and a parent, the College was very impressive.Email from a parent who had just attended a College Open Day, November 2013
At the heart of the College community is theStudents' Association which provides every student witha voice, enabling them to share their views and opinions whichultimately have a huge impact on College life. We focus largelyon organising social and charitable events within College. At thebeginning of the term, we hold many events including PyjamaDay which is great for breaking the ice. Towards the end of theyear, we hold a fun packed RAG week which aims to raise moneyfor and awareness of, a different charity each day.
Many students worry about the progression from theirsecondary schools to College, and we do understand that it canseem very daunting at first. The officers on the StudentAssociation are a prime example of the how easy it is to adapt tothe differences in circumstances, surroundings and peers. Themajority of the 12 officers came from different secondaryschools and were individually elected, we now work effectively asa team to provide support for the entirety of the student body.
Farnborough Sixth Form is a place of endlesschances and opportunities. Each student is closelymonitored by Personal Tutors, with whom students develop aclose relationship, providing a sense of familiarity withinthe College environment. Volunteering and enrichmentopportunities are plentiful at Farnborough and students canreach further accomplishment through immersing themselves inthese programmes.
In recent years, the Students' Association has becomeincreasingly important in representing students' views, throughthe governing roles of both the President and Vice-President,they have a real say in the future direction of the College.
Alexander Langedijk - Student President & Katey Hughes - Vice President
John Cridland, Director-General of theCBI with Principal SimonJarvis during a recentvisit to the College.
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Contents
About us/why Farnborough? Pages 2-7
Demonstrating academic excellence- results, innovation and our courses Pages 8-15
The College experience – enrichment and volunteering Pages 16-21
Moving on – where next? Pages 22-23
Making your decision – what next? – Application information Pages 24-27
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Why...About us - why choose The Sixth Form College Farnborough?
Welcome…to The Sixth Form College Farnborough. I am delighted that you wish to find out moreabout the College. On his recent visit, John Cridland, Director–General of the CBI,recognised that our work reflects the aims of the CBI report ‘First Steps’ in creatingyoung people who will enter employment “enthusiastic, confident, creative andresilient – not just exam robots”. In this prospectus you will find described the manyopportunities available to you here.
When you are leaving secondary school, taking the next step can seem confusing anduncertain. This College remains an exceptional place for so many young people towork and study. It is one of the top performing sixth form colleges in the country, witha long track record of excellent achievements.
Farnborough offers you a trusted stepping stone between the world of school into employment or HigherEducation: an important stage in the development of all young people. Here, you will make many new friends,experience the process of maturing in a specialist 16-19 community and you will have an opportunity tobenefit from what Ofsted has described as ‘the best sixth form teaching in the country.’
I am proud to be the Principal of an ambitious college, with high aspirations for students and ourselves.It is our hope that the College provides a spacious environment in which students can grow tall; a placein which the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Come and see for yourself at one of our Open Days on22 and 23 October 2014.
Simon Jarvis - Principal
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The College is a founder member of the Maple Group anassociation of the highest performing sixth form colleges inthe country. Chaired by the College Principal, Simon Jarvis,the Maple Group, represents all that is excellent aboutpost-16 education, with an unrivalled lengthy track recordof high performance, they are respected for innovation,creativity and leading the development of post-16 pedagogy.You can find out more at http://maplegroup.org.uk/
There is no catchment area for the College but the majority ofstudents come from Hampshire and neighbouring Surrey andBerkshire. Most students undertake Advanced level study:An unparalleled, breadth and range of subject choices are onoffer to those who choose to study here. In addition, we offera number of B/CTEC courses at levels 2 and 3, plus a range ofother courses including a limited number of GCSEs. This yearwe are thrilled to launch a brand new programme aimedspecifically at developing the enterprise and employabilityskills of those youngsters who seek to take on somethingdifferent after GCSE but are not ready for Advanced levelstudy, read more on page 10.
A full list of courses offered, correct at the time of going topress, is given on page 14 of this prospectus; further detailsare in the Course Guide on the College websitewww.farnborough.ac.uk/courseguide.
Students lead full lives at College, becoming engaged ina variety of activities, both academic and social. Theatmosphere is relaxed but the expectation is high - and ourstudents enjoy the challenges of sixth form work. It is an idealpreparation for both Higher Education and employment. Anadmissions tutor from Oxford recently commented “We likeyour students - they already know how to balance study andleisure.”
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Coming here has been truly life changingand the best decision I have ever madefor so many reasons: the reputation ofthe College, the outstanding aspirationalteaching and facilities, the university feel ofthe campus, sense of community and aboveall because the staff here clearly enjoyworking with young people! What I didn’tknow was that choosing Farnborough 6thwould also enable me to achieve my dreamof becoming a Pilot by being awarded theTAG Flying Scholarship.
The many opportunities provided bythe College enable you to become the bestperson that you can be; not just academicallybut also by taking part in the many clubsand societies and as a result of the excellentpastoral care and personal tutoring.
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James Singh(formerly of Hurst Community College)
studying Chemistry, FurtherMaths, Mathematics forFurther Maths and Physics.
Simon Jarvis with AnnaPaige, Deputy Director,
Qualifications andAssessment Division,
Department of Education.
Sarah Spurgeon speaking to Michael Gove at the AoC Art Exhibition at the House ofCommons.
Responding to the needs of the individual…Congratulations on another set of amazing A Level results this summer. It makes
me realise, yet again, how lucky I am that we live within the catchment area of such an outstanding college. Farnborough is a big college, with hundreds/thousands of students. Some people might say that it is too big to take intoaccount the needs of individual students. What I've appreciated most about theCollege tutors is how well they know my children, how much they have supportedthem and the way they have managed to bring out the best in them. Not just asstudents (jumping through all the hoops) but as individuals, and I did want topass on my very big thanks for that.
Letter from a Parent following A level results 2014
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The Sixth Form College Farnborough - a Beacon CollegeFarnborough Sixth Form College was one of the first colleges in the country to be awardedBeacon status, in recognition of its excellent teaching, learning and management skills.
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Judgement of the Inspectors
Overall effectiveness Grade 1
Capacity to improve Grade 1
Achievement and standards Grade 1
Quality of provision Grade 1
Leadership and management Grade 1
What students like about the College• helpful and informative Open Evenings
• the efficient Enrolment and Induction process
• 95% of students feel that the teaching at the College strongly enables learning: ‘teachers have a real passion for their subject’
• students believe the College environment is welcoming: ‘it is a brilliant place to be’’
• students feel that the College prepares them well for the outside world
• students feel very well supported by helpful Personal Tutors
• students value the extensive volunteering and enrichment opportunities
• 98% of students feel safe from bullying and discrimination
• the social dimension to College life
• 97% of students would recommend the College to others(Source: student opinion surveys, 2014)
“The College is designated as Outstanding” Ofsted
In the most recent Ofsted Report, the College was awardedGrade 1 (outstanding) in all aspects of its provision. Ofstedreported: ‘The College has achieved consistently high successrates which have been well above the national averages forsixth form colleges for the last three years.’ Of all lessonsobserved, 91% were found to be good, very good or excellent,which led the Chief HMI (David Bell) to describe the College as‘the college with the best teaching in the country.’ In 2011,Ofsted selected both the Mathematics and Biology departmentsfor inclusion in the national guide to good practice. The OfstedData Dashboard identifies the College as being in the ‘HighestQuintile’ for both completion of 3 or more A levels and forOverall Academic Value Added.
The full Ofsted Report can be found on the College website:www.farnborough.ac.uk/ofstedreports.
Key strengths identified by Ofsted• outstanding students’ achievements
• exceptionally broad curriculum
• outstanding teaching and learning
• very good academic skills
• outstanding support for students
• outstanding leadership and management
• rigorous monitoring of students’ progress
• excellent attendance and punctuality
• extensive range of enrichment activities
• very innovative approach to students’ development
• very high progression rates
• outstanding value for money
Two questions I am often asked are: ‘Is iteasy to make friends in such a big college?’and ‘Do you receive enough academicsupport?’ I can honestly say yes to both.I have had the most amazing year and feeltotally at home at Farnborough Sixth Form.My teachers and tutor have given meamazing support. Coming here has beenone of the best decisions I have made.
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Jess Butler (formerly of Christ's College Guildford)
studying Biology, PhysicalEducation, Psychology and Spanish.
Learning and enjoyment at its heart…I wanted to say how fantastic my time was
at the College. Farnborough prepared me perfectly for my time here and indeed for my degree.Email from an ex-student now in the final year of her Law degree, October 2013
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Deputy Principal,Catherine Cole speaking at CertificateEvening 2013.
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Farnborough Sixth Form provides afriendly and welcoming environment whichis united in its passion for learning. Theindependence provided here allows you tothrive in all that you do, whilst gettingthe support you need from the excellentteaching staff. I have loved my firstyear here and wouldn’t want to studyanywhere else!
Alice Fisher (formerly of Weydon School)
studying Drama and TheatreStudies, English Literature,History and Psychology.
The College has provided me with adventurous academia,compassionate attitudestowards my studies and of course timeless friendships. I have been given the chanceto take the reins of my education, with support from my teachers, enabling me to expand mythoughts and ideas.
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Iffah Ahmed (formerly of a schoolin Camberley)
studying English Literature,History, Psychology and Spanish.
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Equality and DiversityA fundamental objective of the College is to provide aneducation which prepares students for life in a globalcommunity. We are committed to maintaining a communitywhere the rights of individuals are respected. Our Equality andDiversity Policy is published on our website and all students atthe College complete an online training course.
You get a sense of independence, but theteachers are always there to help you if youhave any problems. I've been able to makeplenty of new friends. I'm also very pleasedwith the study areas and their resources.
Sagar Rai (formerly of Fernhill School)
studying Computing, Further Mathematics,Mathematics for FurtherMaths and Physics.
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The Parent PortalThe Parent Portal allows the College to communicate withparents about your progress. Review data for each individualstudent is available for parents to view and they are givena unique password to access the site. Valuable informationrelating to the tutorial programme and progression is alsoavailable. We value the relationship we develop with parentsand want to work in partnership to support students at what cansometimes be a challenging time.
Gift Aid donationsAs a charitable organisation, the College requests a donation of£10.00 per month from the parents of all full-time students atregistration in the new academic year. This donation plays animportant part in maintaining the breadth and range of thewider College experience, outlined throughout this Prospectus,provided for our students. For more information visit the Collegewebsite www.farnborough.ac.uk/about_fees.
For families on low income or in receipt of Income Support, theWorking Tax Credit or Disabled Persons’ Tax Credit, no donationis requested.
Everyone wants to UpGradeEveryone wants to do as well as possible in their exams and theCollege’s own UpGrade centre, has the specialist staff to help.We offer workshops and short courses to help you turn Bs intoAs and Es into Ds. Advice on how to meet the challenge of yourCollege workload, broaden your preferred learning styles andimprove individual pieces of work is on hand.
Personal Tutors and Tutor GroupsOur team of 26 specialist Personal Tutors are all experiencedteachers of sixth form students, who use their skills andknowledge to support students. Your Personal Tutor will guideyou in choosing a programme of study and help you settleinto the new environment of the College. We understand thatchoosing courses is easy for some but tough for others. Thereare lots of opportunities to visit the College and discuss theoptions available with subject specialists as well as with PersonalTutors and Careers Advisers. We recognise that choosing theright course is crucial to your future.
You will be placed in a tutor group that includes students drawnfrom a mixture of schools so that you will meet a wide range ofnew people as well as see friends from your old school. If youare the only one from your school to come to the College, it canfeel quite daunting - but don’t worry! Every year many studentsare in this position so we have special sessions at the beginningof the term for you to meet each other.
Reviewing progressYou will be encouraged to take responsibility for yourown learning, but your attendance, achievement andtime-management are carefully monitored and shared with you,your parents and in references. Subject tutors will regularlyreview your progress and as a student you will be able to see thisdata ‘live’ when you log on. This means that your achievementswill be recognised but any problems that you may be having canbe identified and resolved early either by your subject tutor orPersonal Tutor.
The College is a great learningenvironment. The teachers are friendlywhich makes it easy for studentsto approach them and ask for help. MyPersonal Tutor has also been of great helpto me.
Olabisi Oladeinde (formerly of The Connaught School)
studying ICT, Biology,Chemistry and Mathematics.
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Thank you for this update. It is always agreat help to be able to follow my daughter’sprogress and this portal is a super way for me to gain a little insight into how she is getting along. Thank you also to your staffwho have made the effort to contact me forupdates also. My daughter seems to have fitted into her new environment extremelywell.Email from parent regarding information received via the Parent Portal, December 2013
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Recipients of Special Awards with Andrew Needham,Chair of the Corporation Concerto Competitors and Judges
Starting College is amazing! With thesupport of the teachers I’ve grown inconfidence and developed strategies forplanning my work and revision. The Collegebrings out the best in you.
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Neil Sharma (formerly of Yateley School)
studying AS Government and Politics, AS Film Studiesand GCSE Maths
The Open Days andInduction process provided a valuable introduction toCollege life. There are a widerange of subjects and coursesavailable and the teachersare great in offering adviceand guidance if you areunsure which to take. I havereally enjoyed my first yearand met lots of new friends.
Dominic Abbott (formerly of Calthorpe Park School)
studying Economics, History and Media Studies.
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time atFarnborough Sixth Form. I was attracted byit's outstanding reputation, coming here Ihave realised the reason for this. The staffare very supportive and are willing to go theextra mile to help. The College provides a lotof support from subject workshops topersonal guidance.
Kiran Aktar (formerly of Woking High School)
studying Biology, Geography, Psychology and Religious Studies.
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Individual supportEffective procedures are in place to identify and addressindividual learning needs. Appropriate support sessions arearranged for those with specific learning difficulties such asdyslexia and help is provided for those who have English as asecond language.
Great care is taken to support students with sensoryimpairments or physical disabilities. If you have any specialneeds, you should inform the Curriculum Manager for StudySupport as early as possible so that we can understand yourindividual requirements and make all reasonable adjustments tohelp you succeed.
The College has a Health and Wellbeing Manager, two trainednurses and five trained counsellors and we maintain closelinks with outside agencies, ensuring that you have access toappropriate support services. There is also a Chaplaincy.
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Getting the right resultsThe College offers great diversity and choice and we are proudof the results of our students. Our entrance requirements arenot artificially inflated in order to guarantee success andhigh places in the league tables, as do some selective andindependent schools. We are proud of our open entry policyand if we look at the results of our students by ability, they areexcellent – see, for example, the Ofsted Data Dashboard whichidentifies the College as being in the ‘Highest’ category forOverall Academic Value Added of all further education and skillsproviders inspected, including school sixth forms.
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Meeting the demands of a changing world with confidence…I have never been so inspired, supported or encouraged by a teacher ever!
…Thanks for going the extra mile. I’m sure the others are just as grateful for the effort you put in to make thatsomewhat ‘boring at times’ syllabus a billion times more interesting.…Thanks for sacrificing your lunchtimes to help others and myself with our struggles, it did not go unnoticed and really, really helped.…Thank you so much for continuously supporting me. I remember at that point I was ready to give up but youwouldn’t let me!I am now working as a mechanical engineer and the physics knowledge gained has proved very useful.Letter from an ex-student, September 2013
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“Your value-added score indicates outstanding student performance.”
AlpsTM - A level Performance System - is an independent monitoring service of A level results used to improve standards.
The College results have been used as a national exemplar of excellence by Alps.
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e Choosing a courseIt is important to choose subjects you will enjoy but also thosethat offer the greatest chance of success. Your Personnal Tutorwill discuss the GCSE grades you achieved and your futureaspirations during interview and at enrolment, to help choosethe courses which are right for you.
We require that you have at least 5 C grades at GCSE includingEnglish language and maths to be considered for an Advancedlevel programme. BTEC qualifications at Merit grade or abovewill also be taken into consideration in determining whether anAdvanced level programme is the most suitable option.
The College also offers level 2 qualifications, including BTEC andCambridge Technicals which may be the right choice for you.Please note we require a Merit grade to progress from thesecourses on to an Advanced level programme at the College.
Some subjects will have specific entry requirements,for example, a grade B in that or a closely related subject.Students without a grade C in English language and/or mathsmay experience difficulty in progressing on to an Advanced levelprogramme. If you do not have a grade C in either GCSE Englishlanguage or maths you will be required to retake one orboth subjects in your first year.
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A caring and happy place…I have been so impressed with every aspect of my
daughter’s experience of College so far. I thought thewhole Induction process was really efficient and I know my daughter really appreciated all the extraefforts that were made to feel comfortable and settled.She is very happy and speaks enthusiastically about allaspects of College to friends and family.Email from a parent whose daughter had just completed her first term, December 2013
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Fine Art Award Winner 2014.
Vince Scannella,Deputy Principal(Curriculum and
Innovation).
For the academic year 2015-16, 2 systems will be operatingin parallel.
The new system will involve the following 13 subjects: art anddesign; English language; English literature; English literatureand language; biology; chemistry; physics; business; computerscience; economics; psychology and sociology. In thesesubjects the College will be offering 2 year A levels withexams at the end of the course (i.e. summer 2017).
All other subjects will be delivered under the existingAS/A2 model with AS exams at the end of the first year(i.e. summer 2016) and A2 exams at the end of the second year(i.e. summer 2017).
Enterprise and Employment ProgrammeIn September 2014 the College launched a new one yearEnterprise and Employment Programme. Designed tomaximise your opportunity to develop personally andprofessionally. The programme will help you to gain employmentusing a carefully structured timetable, which includes:
1. Specialist subjects - we will help you to make the best choice in subjects that fully support your area of interest; and
2. Work placement – with guidance from us you will be placed with one of our carefully selected local employers one day a week, in a sector that fits your interests and subject choice.
Entry requirementsThe full list of courses is given on page 14 – full details of whateach involves, including information about what you will be doingin classes, how assessment is carried out and the specific entryrequirements for each course, can be found on the Collegewebsite www.farnborough.ac.uk/courseguide.
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GCSE GRADES ACHIEVED FIRST YEAR; POSSIBLE COURSE PROGRESSION ROUTE
C, D and E grades College Enterprise and Employment Programme Employment Apprenticeship Further study/training
B and C grades A combination of Advanced level subjects/BTECs Continuation of successful first year coursesin any combination plus a GCSE course
3 Advanced level subjects/BTECs in any combination
A and B grades 3 or 4 Advanced level subjects/BTECs Continuation of successful first year in any combination courses in 3 subjects
A* and A grades 4 or 5 Advanced level subjects/BTECs Continuation of successful first year in any combination courses in 3/4 subjects
OutstandingCommitment…
Great links, greater understanding ofcourses and content on offer, sharingresources. I wanted to let you know how fabulous the College looked and how wondrously vibrant the ethos and the atmosphere felt. Email from Head Teacher of a Partner School after attending a College Open Day November 2013
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AAcchhiieevveeThe following table should act as a guide only. Your choice of subjects, and how many you choose, will be made following discussions atyour College interview and with our Careers Advisers.
College has been a big step up from secondary school, but I have enjoyed every second of it. There are plenty of courses to choose from allowing you to pick the subjects you are most interested in. I have found it easy to make friends in all of my classes.
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Joseph Galloway(formerly of Ash Manor School)
studying English Literature, Film Studies,History and BTEC Certificate in Performing Arts .
It will amaze you how much you canpack into each of the two precious yearswhich you spend at Farnborough SixthForm. The College provides a wide range ofsubjects and an absolute wealth of societiesand extracurricular activities for everyone.Despite being the only student to come here from my old school, I quickly madelifelong friends. This College has allowedme to become more independent but alsoa dependable student.
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Lai Man (formerly of St. Catherine’s School)
studying Economics, EnglishLiterature, Geography andMathematics (Statistics)
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I am writing this letter to you and theCollege to say thank you for all the support,guidance and qualifications I received at the College. Without all of the above Iwould not be in the position I am now in.You and all the staff that taught me atCollege provided me with many fantasticopportunities and that equated to having a most joyful time at the College.Letter from an ex-student who is now an officer in the Navy, October 2013
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Considering I started Collegewithout knowing anyone, I amvery surprised how quickly I settled in and the true friendships I have made. The work has been challenginghowever, the support from the teachers and the positiveatmosphere around the Collegehas motivated me to keep going. I have particularly enjoyed being part of the College netball team and making it toNational Level, I am so grateful I was able to compete for theCollege whilst achieving the best grades possible.
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Ellis Davey (formerly of Truro High School)
studying Photography, Psychology, Sociology and BTEC Certificate in Sport.
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Choosing this College for sixth form wasby far the best decision I've made. The levelsof academic teaching and support are veryhigh. There are plenty of opportunities tohelp prepare for your future. The coursesI take are very eye-opening and inspiring.I knew straight away that this College wouldbe a truly rewarding experience!
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Niamma Rai (formerly of Cove CountySecondary School)
studying Photography,Health and Social Care,IELTS, Sociology and GCSE Science.
Outstanding supportfor individuals...
I just wanted to say thank you for everything you and all of the staff have done for me whilst I was at Farnborough. I would like to make you aware how great
my Personal Tutor was during and after mytime at the College. Even now that I haveleft, he has continued to be of assistancewhen I’ve needed references and adviceabout my future.Email from an ex-student concerning her Personal Tutor, January 2014
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I knew Farnborough Sixth Form Collegewas the right place for me as soon as Istarted. I feel like I have really maturedas a student; the College encouragesindependent learning but also gives me lotsof support when I need it. It’s great being ata place where you know everyone wants youto fulfil your potential as a student anda person.
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A specialist College for Advanced level studiesFor a number of years, the College has been regarded as aleader in the development of good practice in Advanced levelteaching and learning. Our work and research has informedchanges to 14-19 qualifications, feeding into severalGovernmental advisory groups. For example the College was atthe forefront of developing the Extended Project Qualification aswell as the pilot for assessing the suitability of the A* grade atA level. The College is now also part of the national ‘Maths Hub’initiative tasked with disseminating best practice in the teachingof mathematics.
The wide choice of subjects available at Advanced level is amajor strength of the College and our system of recognising andrecording enrichment activities is valued by students, employersand universities. The way we monitor and record progressenables students and their parents easy access, via the Portal, to‘live’ review data summarising the progress being made onthe courses being studied. The College’s work on emotionalintelligence and building successful study habits have becomemodels adopted by other schools and colleges who havebenefited from our Beacon Dissemination Programme.
Students’ timetables, course choices, achievements andattendance are all available online through CristalWeb, theCollege’s in-house online secure information system.Examination results are available online to students at home -or whilst on holiday abroad!
InnovationThe College was the first sixth form college to be awarded thestatus of ‘Research Engaged College’ by the National Foundationfor Educational Research in recognition of our work indeveloping post-16 pedagogy. Many teachers from Farnboroughparticipate annually in pioneering new approaches to teachingand learning, sharing their ideas with other teachers across thecountry.
Gifted and Talented ProgrammeWe offer outstanding support, guidance and a wide range ofopportunities that enable Gifted and Talented (G&T) students tomaximise their potential. G&T students benefit from contactwith experienced and knowledgeable subject tutors and expertguidance from Personal Tutors to ensure that their aspirationsbeyond College can be met. Students can expect to beencouraged to apply for the most competitive course at themost prestigious universities (for example, the College is the 3rdlargest state provider to Oxford and Cambridge universities).
Students are able to participate in a wide range ofextracurricular activities that they will find enjoyable anddistinguish them as outstanding prospects for future studiesand professions – please look on the website for more detailsof the excellent opportunities available.
Ella Billingham(formerly of The WinstonChurchill School)
studying English Literature,French, History andSociology.
”At Farnborough, wecount in 1s…
My daughter received a high standard ofeducation in a very happy environment. She thoroughly enjoyed her time with youand was very sad to leave. A parent cannotask for more, so many thanks!Letter from a parent regarding their daughter’s experience atthe College, November 2013
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Dance Leaders. Students celebrate their offers from Oxbridge 2014.
One year enhancement coursesCommunity Sports Leaders’ Award and Higher Sports Leaders Award (for 2nd year students)
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Dance Leaders’ Award (for 2nd year students)
Finance Baccalaureate Level 4 (for 2nd year A level mathematicians)
IELTS
LAMDA Level 3 Award in Acting (for 2nd year students)
We make every effort in this Prospectus to present the most up to date courseinformation at the time of printing. However, we reserve the right to keep thecurriculum under continual review: additional courses not included here may beoffered in the year ahead – and some courses listed here may be withdrawn.
Advanced (Level 3) subjectsAccounting
Art - Fine Art
Art - Graphic Design
Art - Photography
Art - Textiles and Fashion
Applied Science (Forensic Science) BTEC Subsidiary Diploma
Biology
Biology (Human)
Business
Business Cambridge Technicals Level 3 Diploma - single or double award
Chemistry
Classical Civilisation
Computing
Critical Thinking (for 2nd year students)
Dance
Design and Technology (Graphic Products)
Drama and Theatre Studies
Economics
Electronics
English Language
English Language and Literature
English Literature
Enterprise, Employability and Personnel Finance BTEC Level 3 Certificate
Environmental Studies
Extended Project Qualification (for 2nd year students)
Film Studies
Geography
Government and Politics
Health and Social Care Cambridge Technicals Level 3
Introductory Diploma
History - Democracy & Dictatorship
History - Modern
History - Tudor
Information and Communication Technology
Law
Mathematics
Mathematics and Further Mathematics
Mathematics (Use of)
Media Studies
Modern Foreign Languages
- French
- German
- Spanish
Music
Music (Technology) BTEC Subsidiary Diploma
Performing Arts BTEC Subsidiary Diploma
Philosophy
Physical Education
Sport BTEC Subsidiary Diploma - single or double award
Physics
Psychology
Religious Studies
Sociology
Enterprise and Employment Programme(Level 2 - see page 10)Business Cambridge Technicals Extended Certificate
Health and Social Care Cambridge Technicals Extended Certificate
Information and Creative Technology BTEC First Award
Media Cambridge Technicals Extended Certificate
Sport BTEC First Award
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I just wanted to thank you and all yourstaff for the fantastic welcome you gave toboth the students and staff today; I havespoken to the students and they all found it unbelievably useful and felt very special.Some great links, far greater understandingof courses and content on offer, sharingresources… what a great start! I also wanted to let you know how fabulous the College looked and how wondrouslyvibrant the ethos and atmosphere felt.Email from the Head Teacher of a partner school, November 2013
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I was quite nervous about joiningFarnborough but was surprised at howquickly I settled in and adapted to collegelife. The teachers are always ready to helpand push you to reach your full potential.You have the chance to get so much moreout of the student life on and off thecampus. I am very excited about starting mysecond year!
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Joanna Bright (formerly of Robert May’s School)
studying Fine Art,Geography, Law and Psychology
My first year has beengreat; I’ve made somereally good friends andenjoyed my chosen subjects with the help of the friendly teacherswho are passionateabout their subjects.There is a real community here, staff,students and PersonalTutors will drop anythingif you have a problem or question that needsanswering. The widevariety of extracurricularactivities and extensionsto subjects help make the College special.
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Theodore Jones(formerly of Calthorpe Park School)
studying Classical Civilisation, English Language and Literature,French and Sociology.
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Moving from school to College made meapprehensive at first. The friendly andenergetic atmosphere at Farnborough SixthForm, together with helpful staff and happystudents, really helped me to settle in. Myskills and confidence in becoming an adulthave grown immensely. Also the teachersare very encouraging which helps myselfand others to excel.
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Deborah Sunday (formerly of Cove CountySecondary School)
studying English Language,Government and Politics,Media Studies and Sociology.
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This is a wonderful place to be, wherepeople come to find themselves and it'sgreat to be around other hardworking andfriendly students. Farnborough has beenthe making of me. Being ambitious makesyou realise how much you can achieve. I'vesurprised myself.
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Jack Jonesrunner up in the 2014Concerto Competition
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studying Government andPolitics, History and Music.
Enrichment at the CollegeParticipating in sport, music, performing arts, joining a club orvolunteering outside of your academic programme is a greatway of meeting new people whilst also gaining importanttransferable skills. From Street Dance to Politics, EnvironmentalSociety to Japanese and Korean Society, there should besomething to suit everyone. There are currently more than 40student-led activities taking place every week. Find out moreabout the wide variety of enrichment opportunities on ourwebsite at www.farnborough.ac.uk/enrichment.
'Performing Arts - A Centre of Excellence'Prince Edward opened the £2.5 million Prospect Theatre andPerforming Arts Centre in March 2000 incorporating a moderntheatre and teaching suites for music, dance, performing artsand drama. This complex enables our students to study andperform in superb and inspiring facilities.
Dance, performing arts and drama have a rich history of greatsuccess at this College and the excellent performance spacesand resources enhance and enrich the experience of students.Many undertake performing arts courses leading to AS, A leveland BTEC qualifications whilst others participate in productions,shows and concerts simply for the sheer enjoyment of beinginvolved in something they love.
Many of our students progress on to courses at drama anddance schools, music conservatoires, universities and highereducation whilst also using the subjects in the performing artsdepartment to develop a variety of work-based skills.
MusicHighlights for the coming year include concert tours toPoland, France, Germany and Venice. The College will also beundertaking a fully staged production of Sweeney Todd, alarge-scale Carol Service at Guildford Cathedral, two concerts atprestigious London venues and many Jazz and orchestralconcerts. We will also be welcoming some distinguishedinternational performers to give master classes and recitals aswell as numerous trips to concerts and the opera.
The College music department was featured as part of the MusicMatters programme on BBC Radio 3 in May 2014. The Rt.Hon Michael Gove, then Secretary of State for Education,commented in a letter to the Principal Simon Jarvis following theperformance, that the pieces showcased by the College are“a testament to the breadth and depth of the teaching andlearning that it supports. You, your staff, and of course yourpupils should feel very proud of all that you have achieved, andI hope that this success and recognition will inspire the Collegeto even greater achievements”.
The College experience – enrichment and volunteering
Your chance to shine...We both came out of the Concerto
competition and simultaneously said wewanted to write and thank you for all youreffort leading up to Friday night’s brilliantevent. It is easy for parents generally tocomplain about things and it’s also all tooeasy to forget, or let the opportunity pass to say ‘Thank you’ and very well done. Email from parents who had attended the ConcertoCompetition, January 2014
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The freedom and responsibility for myown learning that I possessed as soon asI set foot on site and the sense of equality Ifeel, not just with fellow students, but teacherstoo, are rare sensations in so many learningenviornments. I’ve never known anywherefeel like home so fast as Farnborough 6th.As a Drama student I’ve been to Londontheatres to see fantastic productions; as aMusic student I’ve had the opportunity to goto Paris and play with the Time Out JazzCollective and the History courses boastnumerous expeditions to Europe to visit sitesof historical interest.
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James Akers(formerly of The Piggott School)
studying Drama and TheatreStudies, English Literature,History and Music.
Although the size of the College may atfirst seem daunting, the friendly, vibrantatmosphere makes it easy to settle in. Theteachers are all supportive and helpful;however, they also encourage you to beindependent, which for me, was the bestchange from school. I have particularlyenjoyed playing in the badminton team thisyear.
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Lisa Pearson (formerly of Courtmoor School)
studing English Literature,History, Mathematics andSpanish.
Sport for allThe College has excellent sports facilities which include:• Dame Kelly Holmes Sports Centre
• All-weather floodlit hockey pitch
• Two large sports halls
• Specialist rooms and extensive playing fields
A wide range of activities is available to enable you to maintainand enjoy your sport and there is a comprehensive fixturesprogramme across a variety of games including netball, rugby,football, hockey, cricket and badminton.
College teams compete successfully at a high level throughoutthe year, both regionally and nationally and many of ourstudents have gained representative honours at county or
national level. Some have competed at international levelin swimming (alumni of the College include Andrew Willis whocompeted at the London Olympics in 2012 and who was theMen's 200m Breaststroke bronze medallist at the 2014Commonwealth Games), athletics, badminton, sailing, hockey,women’s football, women’s rugby, synchronised swimming,ice-hockey, in-line hockey, ice-skating, wind-surfing andtrampolining. Mike McMeeken, a student at the College 2010 -2012, now plays Rugby League for the London Broncos.
A wide variety of recreational clubs are available for students totake part in including football, cheerleading and badminton forthose who want to participate but not compete and all studentshave access to the College fitness suite. Keep up to date with allthe sports news on Twitter @Sport6th.
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B6 – our new Business UnitThe focus of B6 is to further develop links with local businessand community organisations. B6 offers project managementsolutions, delivers bespoke training and event programmes andprovides state of the art venues. The College offers a rangeof sponsorship opportunities, giving companies and otherorganisations the chance to support our work.
Find out more at b6.farnborough.ac.ukand follow us on Twitter @B6Farnborough
The College is totally committed to community engagement andis a founder member and Project Manager of The CommunityMatters Partnership Project, working closely with other localorganisations to improve the Borough of Rushmoor. OurDirector of Community Engagement, Christine Eustace, is a firmbeliever in the benefits of volunteering and calculates thatin 2013 an amazing 18,000 hours was given back to thecommunity equating financially to a staggering £1.3 million!
From the friendly atmosphere to thehigh teaching standard, it's no wonderFarnborough Sixth Form has such a greatreputation. The College offers a variety ofsubjects as well as extra-curricular activitiesand opportunities which have enhancedmy learning and will contribute greatly tomy University application. Working andvolunteering with local schools such asHenry Tyndale in the Coppers programmehas led me to make new friends and formbonds with different people of which Iwould never have met if I was not given theopportunity to do so.
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Ashleigh Knight(formerly of The Wavell School)
studying Dance, EnglishLiterature, History andPsychology.
Farnborough has a wide range offantastic enrichment opportunities, throughwhich I have met lots of new people andmade loads of new friends. They havehelped me build my confidence andcomplete my College experience.
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Cameron Moreton(formerly of St. Crispin’s School)
studying Drama and TheatreStudies, Mathematics, Musicand Music Technology.
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Holly Lewis(formerly of Hawley Place School)
studying Geography, Physical Education and Psychology.
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V6 – our Volunteering Centre Seen as a beacon of excellence nationally ourVolunteering Centre has formed close workingrelationships with Rushmoor Volunteer Services andmore than 50 organisations in fields as diverse as healthcare, conservation, early years education, and homelessshelters, all benefiting from the enthusiasm anddedication of our students and staff.
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I hoped that volunteering at Henry Tyndale School would give me a taste of what working with children with special needs wouldbe like as I want to work with children in the future and am hoping to pursue a career in child psychology. It was truly the mostrewarding experience I've ever had and was the highlight of my week. All of the staff there are warm and welcoming and reallydo appreciate the help. I would definitely recommend this to anyone, not just those who want to get experience - it also looks greaton a personal statement. Holly Owens
Initially I volunteered in order to complete the volunteering section of my gold Duke of Edinburgh Award but having completedthat, I now volunteer because I enjoy it! Not only have I qualified as an official Beaver Leader, but I have also gained some greatleadership, organisational and social skills. I have thoroughly enjoyed helping the young Beavers develop their skills, interests andrelationships and hope to continue volunteering at a similar organisation wherever I go! Kate Surplice
Volunteering at the West End Centre in Aldershot has been a great experience. I have learnt about the physical and promotionalaspects of the music profession which is something I wish to pursue as a full time career after university. I particularly enjoyedgetting first-hand experience of setting up for bands. I'm even putting on my own show in the summer! Jackson Gibbons
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Students from the College have assisted in theESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)classes run by Mayfield Community Partnershipfor the past four years. “Starting out as assistantteachers to the tutors as they continue to learnthe students are able to take classes on their own.The students can brush up on their English skillsand have fun while learning and teaching. Thosewho attend our classes at the Prospect Centre, are mostly Nepali, but are also from other partsof the world including India, Poland, Iraq andKazakstan, giving the students an opportunity tointegrate with people of other nationalities andlearn ‘people skills’ whilst working as part of ateam. We really appreciate their help and hopethey will continue to teach with us for many yearsto come! Julia Tedeschi, Mayfield Community Partnership, ESOL Team Leader
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College TripsThe College organises many trips to support curriculumactivity and all reasonable adjustments are made toaccommodate students with disabilities. In recent years,students and staff have travelled to Argentina, Bolivia, China,Costa Rica, Iceland, Norway, Venezuela and major citiesincluding Barcelona, Berlin, Brussels, Copenhagen,Los Angeles, New York, Paris and Rome. Along with theseopportunities we enjoy a special relationship with our partnerschool, The Presbyterian Secondary Technical School in Aburi,sending students there annually as part of the College’sGhana Link.
An International outlookOur heartfelt gratitude to you for your kind donation which will
support the school in purchasing medical equipment for theSchool’s Clinic to cater for the healthcare of the students. We hopethat the partnership between our two schools will grow fromstrength to strength Letter from Rev. S.M.A. Munyuhitum,Headmaster, Presbyterian Secondary Technical School,Ghana.
Travel ScholarshipsIn encouraging students to be adventurous and to pursueactivities abroad, the College has established a TravelScholarship Fund to assist students to participate in a widerange of projects involving world travel. The Blackwater ValleyRotary Club has endowed an additional travel scholarship forthe College in memory of Jacqueline Findlay, former HeadTeacher of North Farnborough Infants’ School. In 2014Jennifer Weld won the award to support her Gap Year projectwith the ‘BMS World Mission’ volunteering in KathmanduNepal, working with a special needs school and local hospitaland also helping vulnerable young women.
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Local College - global perspective
Tanzanians really make time for people and there is a lovely sense of community spirit. I volunteered in an orphanage forstreet children called ‘Upendo’, which translates to ‘love’ in English. The kids here had often been orphaned because both parents had died of AIDs, or one parent had died and the othercouldn’t afford to keep them. The facilities were basic and the children didn’t have possessions of their own to entertain them. It really hammered home how much we take for granted: when I got out packets of stickers and they would all crowd around mebegging to be allowed another one to put on their pictures. Someof them would scoop up and collect all the leftovers, the cuttings of paper, card and glitter, so that they could decorate their rooms,in contrast to how we would just put these things in the bin.
Abby Lodge (formerly of Farnham Heath End School)
Travelled to Tanzania for a month placement with ‘Original Volunteers’.
One of my favourite encounters involved an inquisitive turtle. I had the pleasure of meeting one of the turtles local to El Puertito, who became so interested in my bubbles that he came within 10cm of my face. The experience of night diving definitelylived up to my expectations. I arranged to dive ata site in Las Galettas, the most southern tip in Tenerife,where I saw numerous Sea Snakes and Cucumbers along with Giant Crabs, Atlantic Damselfish, Wide-EyedFlounders, Trumpet Fish and Scorpion Fish.
James Gibbs (formerly of Robert May’s School)
Travelled to Tenerife to volunteer with the Atlantic Whale Foundation.
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During my time at the project, I ate and slept at a school inCambodia. The school is completely free for all. Studentsattend voluntarily, regardless of age, sex, race, wealth or orientation. Rather than working,they come to learn English. Yourealise just how rewarding whatyou’re doing is when you begin toreceive letters from students whotalk about their life story and theirinterests, or when the childrencome up to you on your own andtell you you’re a good teacher.Smiles radiate all around the classroom. Despite the extremepoverty of the village, the studentswere very happy.
Francis Williams(formerly of Frensham Heights School)
Travelled to Cambodia with ‘Original Volunteers’.
Volunteering in Africa has been the most enjoyable andrewarding experience of my lifeso far. Although going away to a foreign country at theyoung age of 18 is very nerve-wracking as you have no ideaof what to expect, I can say thatI am glad I have done it as ithas given me the confidence tosee and travel the world alone. My time in Tanzania taught meto appreciate how lucky we areas a country. It was inspiringto see how people with so littlewent about life, working forsurvival.
Alice Freeman (formerly of Farnham Heath End School)
Travelled to Tanzania for a month placement with ‘Original Volunteers’.
The ascent from Camp 1 (C1) to Camp 2 (C2) is a long one. This requires an alpine start to get the climb done in a day, so we started up the route at about 5am. We all finally arrived at the camp just after 19:00, 14 hours later; this is where the real climbing starts! The route is consistently around 50°, this is the ideal angle for absolute agony on the calves. With an 80 litre backpack on as well this was tough going. The route goes up the east rib of the north face of Chapayev, the crux section came at about 5100m. There were too many ropes to choose from but picking the right one is important.
Max Dickens (formerly of Cape Henry Collegiate)
Travelled to the Tian Shan Mountains near the Himalayas to climb the Khan Tengri and Pitka peaks, 7010m and 6120m respectively.
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Careers Information, Advice and GuidanceA substantial part of the tutorial programme is dedicated tocareers education with a strong emphasis on the use of onlineresources. Personal Tutors are all highly experienced insupporting students with their future plans. Individualinterviews can be arranged with specialist Careers Advisers. TheCollege is opening a new careers centre, which will providestudents with a ‘one-stop shop’ offering a comprehensive rangeof information as well as advice on careers, work relatedlearning and volunteering placements.
College Careers Conferences‘Moving On Day’ takes place annually and encompasses anexhibition in the Dame Kelly Holmes Sports Centre together witha Seminar Programme. Talks range from applying to competitivecourses, advice on student finance and finding anapprenticeship, to job search skills. The event brings togetherproviders of higher education and training, employers andstudents who are planning their future paths, as they entertheir final year at the College.
In March, we take first year students to the UCAS convention ata local university. We encourage students seeking employmentto visit national careers exhibitions. In April 2014 we held ourfirst Employment, Training and Apprenticeship Fair and we planto add this to our list of annual events. Students are alsoencouraged to take full advantage of the open days held byuniversities and professional bodies, which are a vital part of theapplication process.
The mentoring scheme provides individual support fromsomeone who already works in a profession or industry, whichis of interest to the particular student. Among our more famousmentors is Sir Gerald Howarth MP, who is a strong supporter of
the College. We encourage and support students to seek workexperience, this is a prerequisite for entry to some degreecourses but also strengthens every Curriculum Vitae.
Applying to universityAll UCAS applications are made online and the process begins inthe Summer Term in year 12. Students are supported inselecting their universities and in writing their personalstatements. Specialist programmes, including mock interviews,are available for students who will face these as part of theselection process, for example if they are applying to studymedicine or to Oxbridge. The College offers a Gifted andTalented Programme, more details are on Page 13.
Oxbridge Admissions Tutors from Oxford and Cambridge visit the Collegeeach spring to speak to first year students who want to find outmore about making an application. The College provides adviceon admissions procedures to both the universities of Oxford andCambridge - and there are strong links with individual collegeswho increasingly welcome applications from our students.Currently over 100 students from the College are studyingat Oxford and Cambridge.
Local universitiesStrong links are in place with local universities throughPartnerships and Compact schemes and with FarnboroughCollege of Technology, to assist students who wish to continuetheir studies in this area. The Art Department works particularlyclosely with the University for the Creative Arts (Farnhamcampus) to facilitate a smooth progression to the next level ofeducation, whether it be the Foundation Art course or degreelevel studies.
Moving on – where next?
Coming from such a small school,Farnborough made the transition into theintermediate stage between school anduniversity both smooth and easy. I now feelprepared for my academic future due to thegreat support from the teachers and fellowstudents.
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studying Biology, Chemistry, Economics andMathematics (Statistics).
Focus is given to advising our students about the options open to them when they move on from College. We are proud of thelinks that we have forged with local employers and Higher Education establishments throughout the country and appreciate thecontribution they make to our careers programme and the development of employability skills.
Forward looking...The help given by our son’s tutor regarding
his UCAS application has been invaluable.He was provided with prompt and constructive feedback on his personal statement and the whole application process was completed and sent off withinthe timescales. Email from a parent concerning his son’s UCAS application,December 2013
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Hannah Trenholm (formerly of Weydon School)
studying Biology, Chemistry,Mathematics (Statistics) and Psychology.
I came to Farnborough because of its reputation andits university like campus whichhas helped prepare me for university. Coming from a smallall girls’ school I was concernedabout settling into college lifebut found that I very quicklymade some great new friends.All the teachers were very helpful in guiding me throughthe transition from GCSE’s to A-Levels, and they have givenme the independence and confidence to express my opinions and make decisionsrelating to my future.
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Siobhan Merriman (Formerly of St. Nicholas' School)
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Farnborough 6th has outstandingfacilities in the areas I am studyingand my tutors have always madethemselves available to provide theadvice and support I may need. Thishas enabled me to feel more confidentthat I am not only on task, but that I ammaximising my full potential.
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Alex Burstow (formerly of Calthorpe Park School)
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The Students’ Association (SA)Every year the students elect a President, a Vice President and acommittee of ten other officers. Essentially the SA’s role is torepresent the voice and opinions of the student body and tohelp students get the most out of their time at College. Both thePresident and Vice President are full voting members of theCollege governing body.
The SA is involved in many different aspects of College life, suchas making the College more environmentally friendly, organisingextra-curricular activities and staging popular social events.The SA committee is also passionate about raising as muchmoney as possible for charity. By organising days such as PinkDay, Pyjama Day and RAG week, the SA raises thousands ofpounds for charity every year.
The Bursary Scheme/Further Education Free School MealsThe Bursary Scheme and FE Free Meals aim to provide financialsupport to young people so that they may overcomefinancial barriers that threaten their participation in education.The primary priorities are students who are economically orsocially disadvantaged, who need support with transport, mealsor associated learning costs. More detailed information can befound on the College website.
Making your decision - what next?
I was concerned about how I would adaptto the sheer size of the College but foundthat I adjusted quickly. In my opinionmaking this move has been by far the mosteffective way to enhance my self-confidenceand organisation skills. The regularone-to-one meetings with my Personal Tutorfrom the very beginning helped me to feelat ease about College work, universityapplications, and career steps for the future.The facilities are undeniably veryimpressive. I can say with confidence thatI couldn't have gone anywhere better.
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Aidan Sakakini(formerly of Bearwood College)
studying English Language, Fine Art, Government and Politics and History.
Daily TravelThe College has negotiated substantially discounted fares forstudents within the entire area served by Stagecoach (includingHook, Wokingham and Sandhurst) and for students travelling byrail from all directions. Students living in Surrey can apply for aStudent Bus or Train Fare Card which allows travel at a discountof a third off the adult fare when the starting point of thejourney is from Surrey. For more information please refer to ourTransport Policy on the College website.
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“ I have never been in a more supportiveenvironment than Farnborough Sixth.The teachers offer so much help and arereally easy to talk to. There are so manyopportunities to try something new, whichcan be daunting, but here you feel sowelcome and accepted, the nerves justdisappear.
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Bethany Probert(formerly of Weydon School)
studying Critical Thinking,Further Mathematics,Mathematics for FurtherMaths, Philosophy andPhysics.
There is a saying ‘that you shouldnever neglect an opportunity’ and
this College has allowed me to haveaccess to and nurture countless great
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Archie Marshall (formerly of Sandhurst School)
studying Chemistry, Further Mathematics,Mathematics for Further Maths and Physics.
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Nicola Scott (Formerly of The WinstonChurchill School)
studying Applied Information Technology,Economics, English Language and Mathematics.
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How do I apply?Applications are made online from the College websitewww.farnborough.ac.uk/apply. Paper application forms,including large-print versions, are available from the Collegeon request.
When you have submitted the electronic application form, wewill request a reference from your tutor at school. If you thinkthere will be a problem over your school responding to thereference request, you should state this in your application andpost a copy of your most recent report (end of year 10) tothe College.
Do not worry if you are still uncertain about which subjectsto study. When you apply, we ask you to indicate your likelysubjects but you do not need to make a final decision untilAugust, once you have your GCSE results.
When do I apply?The College Admissions Policy for 2015 is published on theCollege website www.farnborough.ac.uk/admissions
Most interviews are held in the College during the spring term.If you are a student in one of our partner or link schools, specialarrangements are in place and the interview may be held in yourschool.
After you have been interviewed and offered a firm place, youwill be invited to the Getting Ready session at the end of June2015 when we will provide you with details of the enrolmentprocedures in the autumn term.
How do I find out more?Our Open Days, to be held on Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23October 2014, provide good opportunities to visit the Collegeand ask questions. In addition, occasional tours of the Collegeare arranged in the spring term. For prospective students andparents an additional Information Evening will be held onWednesday 29 April 2015 for those who have been offereda place.
Meanwhile, if you are taking public examinations this summer -good luck! It is worth putting in as much effort as you can toachieve your best results.
We look forward to you joining usin September.
If you have any further questions please contact Catherine [email protected]
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Please make sure you are able to attend all of these sessions.
Getting Ready: 24 June or 25 June 2015
Enrolment: 2 September or 3 September or 4 September 2015
Induction: 10 September and 11 September 2015
Full term begins: 14 September 2015
Farnborough Sixth Form has a greatecosystem which the staff create from theirown enthusiasm and the eagerness of thediverse students that enrol.
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Frazer McCambridge-Heal(formerly of Frogmore Community College)
studying English Literature, History, Physical Education and Religious Studies.
Studying here has been anamazing experience so far. The College really supports you and the facilities are great. I feel really prepared for thefuture and that I will get the help I need on my way to a successful career.
Courtney Bell (formerly of Cove School)
studying Law, Photography, Psychology and BTEC Certificate in Applied Science.
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time atFarnborough this year. I have become amuch more independent student and havehad great support from my teachers. Thereare fantastic opportunities available atCollege and I have met a wide variety ofpeople both from my classes and fromsports teams. Farnborough was definitelythe right choice for me.
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Open evenings Wednesday 22 October 20143.30pm - 9.00pm
Thursday 23 October 20143.30pm - 9.00pm
Information Evening
Wednesday 29 April 20155.30pm - 8.30pm
The Sixth Form College FarnboroughProspect Avenue, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8JX
t: 01252 688200 f: 01252 688206
e: [email protected] www.farnborough.ac.uk
Principal: Simon Jarvis @Farnborough6th
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Guinness World Record Breaking HumanPoppy for the world’s largest humanflower formed 2 May 2014 at the Collegeof 2,250 volunteers consisting of staffand students, representatives from thelocal community, including local schoolsand businesses, members of the ArmedForces and the Royal British Legion.
Credit - Corporal Richard Cave, Army Photographer.