Jessica Smoothy

SIXTH FORM MAGAZINE EXAMPLES

KingEd’s Sixth Form

The Masthead is white and stands out against the

dark background. It is also on a slant creating

a fun and edgy feel.The image

shows smiling

students, suggesting

they are happy which

can encourage

new students.

Teal font against a green and

pale background

in some places

appears difficult to read. More care could have been

taken.

Clear font colour and size

against cool blue

background.

Studies suggest

people are more

productive in blue

surroundings which could reflect the

productivity of the school.

There is a clear

indication of which

picture links to which article as

each picture is labelled

with a page number.

Stoke Newington Sixth Form (Spotlight)

Very simplistic

layout:The image

appears to be scientific as it

shows contents under a

microscope. This reflects

that the school is

academic and may be a

good choice for people

inspiring to involve

themselves in a science degree.

The Masthead is yellow and stands out. The colour

yellow is full of creative

and intellectual energy and symbolizes

wisdom which

reflects the qualities of the school.

Clear and informative

layoutIncludes letter

from head teacher which

mentions qualities and achievements of the school which is good

in encouraging new students (and also in encouraging

adults/ parents to send their

children there.

(addresses them

directly)

Wide range of

sophisticated topics

which would appeal to

lots of different

audiences.

Informative as it tells you about the front cover

and who the editor is; both

students (shows students

involvement with the school). Image of head

teacher gives the reader an idea of

who they are talking to/ reading

about and therefore makes

the situation more personal. She is

also smiling which may enable the

reader to feel more comfortable and

welcomed.

Suffolk One Sixth Form (One)Simple

Masthead, ‘one’ which mirrors the

simple appearance

also.

Black and white main image looks

sophisticated and

professional. Steers away any ideas of the school

being ‘tacky’ or ‘cheap’,

All text placed in the left-third of the cover and reads interesting topics drawing in all types/ ages of readers.

LOGO shown here makes

the magazine appear

professional.

Rhetorical question featured may make/ encourage one to read the magazine to find out answers/ more and answer questions.

Very clear and informative layout. This

makes it easier for the reader to find what

they’re looking for quickly and

easily.

The diagonal effect layout

improves appearance and makes a

more enjoyable read.

The bottom left image shows a review for the

production, ‘GUYS AND DOLLS’ which

the school must have performed. This will not only encourage people to read the magazine but can help, inspire and

encourage anyone who wants to do

acting or performing themselves.

Top right image shows students on a trip to Uganda with Ugandan

children. This may inspire and

encourage others to want to go on the trip and join the school. They are also smiling

and playing games which indicates

they are having a good/ fun

experience.

There is a clear link to which picture links to which article as each are labelled with a clear

page number.