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Sixth Form Prospectus2014-15

Tudor Grange Academy Redditch

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Sixth Form Prospectus2015-16


We believe that the student should be at the centre of

everything that we do. Our core purpose is to raise their

aspirations and ensure that all our students have the

best educational experience possible which provides

them with the outcomes they need to progress in the

direction of their choosing. At Tudor Grange Academy

Sixth Form we have designed our varied and innovative

curriculum to meet the needs of the wide range of

students. This means that you can choose to follow a

very traditional academic A level path, or you can take

a more vocational path, choosing courses that build

practical skills at the same time as developing your

academic abilities.

Students at Tudor Grange Academy Sixth Form have

access to excellent facilities in a great 6th form building.

We have a proud tradition of providing excellent

pastoral care and guidance. You will have a personal

tutor, a Year Head and a Head of Sixth Form, who will

use our shared knowledge and experience, and our

strong ties with universities and employers, to help you

achieve your goals and move on to the destinations you

are aiming for.

Equally, we believe that we must enable our students to

develop their full potential and as such we encourage

students to get involved and there are numerous

opportunities for students to take part in extra-

curricular activities. We have a small officer team led

by the Head Boy and Girl who are involved in planning

events and activities for the sixth form.

At Tudor Grange Academy Redditch we recognise that

our students, your son(s)/daughter(s), only get one main

chance of an education, one main chance to flourish and

prepare for adult life. We strive to give our students the

very best because it is what every child deserves.

I hope that this prospectus provides you with a flavour

of the expectations we have for our students at Tudor

Grange Academy Redditch. We look forward to having

the opportunity to show you around Tudor Grange

Academy Redditch.

Rose ReesPrincipal

Welcome to Tudor Grange Academy Redditch Sixth Form

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Sport The PE department caters for all students’ abilities

and most sporting interests. All traditional sports are

played with active teams currently playing in local

leagues in Football, Netball, Basketball and Rounders.

Our more talented players are encouraged and

supported to play at club and county level.

There are also plenty of opportunities for students to

play in a variety of social games.

Work related activitiesTo develop skills of independence, self motivation, and

experience working life, we encourage students to

take up a work based learning placement.

The sixth form staff are happy to work with students to

find suitable placements.


We believe that the student should be at the centre

of everything that we do. Our core purpose is to raise

their aspirations and ensure that all our students

have the best educational experience possible

which provides them with the outcomes they

need to progress in the direction of their choosing.

At Tudor Grange Academy Sixth Form we have

designed our varied and innovative curriculum

to meet the needs of a wide range of students.

This means that you can choose to follow a very

traditional academic A level path, or you can take a

more vocational path, choosing courses that build

practical skills at the same time as developing your

academic abilities.

Students at Tudor Grange Academy Sixth Form

have access to excellent facilities in a great Sixth

Form building. We have a proud tradition of

providing excellent pastoral care and guidance. You

will have a personal tutor, a Year Head and a Head of

Sixth Form, who will use our shared knowledge and

experience, and our strong ties with universities

and employers, to help you achieve your goals and

move on to the destinations you are aiming for.

Equally, we believe that we must enable our

students to develop their full potential and as such

we encourage students to get involved and there are

numerous opportunities for students to take part

in extracurricular activities. We have an Executive

Team led by the Head Boy and Girl who are involved

in planning events and activities for the Sixth Form.

At Tudor Grange Academy Redditch we recognise

that our students, your son(s)/daughter(s), only get

one chance of an education, one chance to flourish

and prepare for adult life. We strive to give our

students the very best because it is what every child

deserves.

I hope that this prospectus provides you with a

flavour of the expectations we have for our students

at Tudor Grange Academy Redditch. We look

forward to having the opportunity to show you

around Tudor Grange Academy Redditch.

Welcome to Tudor Grange Academy Redditch Sixth Form

Every student at Tudor Grange Academy Redditch is valued as an

individual and given the resources, environment and support they

need to achieve their very best. The academy offers a wide range of

different subjects, meaning that whatever your interest you will be

given the opportunity to study what you love. From PE to photography

the school offers facilities and quality specialist teaching that can help

you discover where your interests lie.

One of Tudor Grange’s biggest advantages is the support and care given

by dedicated student support staff, who ensured that our transition to

the school and into Sixth Form was the most comfortable it could be. We

feel that the support given by staff here is fundamentally important in

making every student feel valued and at home. The teachers’ support

can help you strive to achieve the greatest of aims.

Extra curricular opportunities make the academy a more rounded

educational experience and help to build necessary skills as an

individual. If you were to speak to any pupil from this school we are

sure that their individual experiences will differ, showing the wide

variety of opportunities that the school offers.

As Head Students, we have been given the chance to put forward

the views and ideas of the pupils in making the school a place where

everyone feels valued and has a voice. As with our other council

members, we are working to make sure that Tudor Grange Academy is

always exceeding the expectations and requirements of the students.

Emily Taylor and Oliver Bushell

Head Students.

Young EnterpriseYear 12 students have the opportunity to take part in

the Young Enterprise Scheme. The students form their

own company, raise capital and produce products or

services to sell within school, in the wider community

and at trade fairs.

Head StudentsThese very important groups of students are voted for

by staff and sixth form students and are interviewed

by the head of sixth form in the summer term of

Year 12. The successful candidates are students who

demonstrate growing maturity, show initiative and

reliability in a variety of contexts, communicate well

and demonstrate leadership qualities and the ability

to work as a member of a team. They represent and

promote student views and opinions and play a major

part in many aspects of school life.


A message from the Head Students

Student Support

The sixth form staff team consists of:

Jonathon Dale Head of Sixth Form

Mark Hulme Head of Year 13

Suzanna Campbell Head of Year 12

Nichola Thomas UCAS Coordinator

Chris Swift Higher Education Consultant

Nicky Beech Student Support Officer

The team works together with the tutors to support our students in all aspects of sixth form life. While we concentrate our efforts on helping students to attain their best grades through our achievement programme, we also encourage and support students to enrich their sixth form experience through sport, community involvement, work placement or to learn new skills.

Each week we hold a sixth form assembly for all students in which students are given valuable information, for example: work opportunities, university application and student finance. Assemblies also provide an opportunity to celebrate the many successes of our students.

In a highly competitive market, employers and universities are increasingly interested in a wider range of skills developed through sixth form life and we feel our students are well placed to fulfil these criteria.


The Sixth Form staff team consists of:

The team works together with the tutors to support our students in all aspects of Sixth Form life. While we

concentrate our efforts on helping students to attain their best grades through our achievement programme,

we also encourage and support students to enrich their Sixth Form experience through sport, community

involvement, work placement or to learn new skills.

Each week we hold a Sixth Form assembly for all students, in which, students are given valuable information,

for example: work opportunities, university application and student finance. Assemblies also provide an

opportunity to celebrate the many successes of our students.

In a highly competitive market, employers and universities are increasingly interested in a wider range of

skills developed through Sixth Form life and we feel our students are well placed to fulfil these criteria.















Jodie Long Associate Principal/Head of Post 16

Mark Hulme Head of Sixth Form/ Head of Year 13

Peter Wright Deputy Head of Sixth Form

Sharon Jones Sixth Form Student Pastoral Officer

Una Jones Sixth Form Administrator

Student Support

The Achievement Programme

A system of continuous monitoring is in operation to help all

students achieve the grades of which they are capable.

Transition: All new students familiarise themselves with

sixth form procedures and facilities as outlined in our

Induction booklet. Students should be aware of standards

and expectations within the sixth form. During the first half

term, students undergo an induction period which includes

an introduction to a wide range of extra-curricular activities.

Working with their tutors, students review their subject

choices and all aspects of their performance, including

attendance, completion of work and wider involvement in

sixth form life. Parents/carers may be invited to discuss the

outcome of these sessions.

Tutor Time: Based on an analysis of GCSE grades, we

determine target grades for each subject studied. These

targets are shared with the students to enable them to set

themselves aspirational targets. Tutors and students have

weekly timetabled sessions and students have formal

interviews regarding their progress, enrichment programme

and future plans. Tutor time is also used to offer guidance

and support towards those aiming for higher education or

employment. Closer mentoring of students is also available

to enable students to overcome any learning barriers and

enhance their management of sixth form study.







and at trade fairs.















Sixth form procedures and facilities as outlined in our


and expectations within the Sixth form. During the first half






Sixth Form life. Parents/carers may be invited to discuss the












enhance their management of Sixth Form study.

During tutor time, students plan and prepare for their post 18 options. The sixth form

team and visiting experts offer support for future planning. All students applying to

university have one to one support from our Higher Education Consultant to help

complete applications for student finance and writing UCAS personal statements.

Students have the opportunity to access an independent careers advisor.

University Taster Days and Open Days also offer students the opportunity to find

out more about study and student life. We allow students five such visits during

their time in sixth form and also arrange a whole year visit to the regional Higher

Education Convention in March of Year 12. Students interested in vocational

degrees have the opportunity to visit the “Step into H.E.” event in November each

year. Individual support and guidance is provided by Year Staff.

In April parents/carers are invited to our Higher Education Evening, which includes

presentations by invited speakers on Higher Education, student finance, budgeting

and student life. This is an opportunity to talk to Tudor Grange Academy Redditch

staff and visiting experts about Post 18 options. Those students considering

Oxbridge application are invited to separate sessions involving our contact with

Oriel College, Oxford. If successful in their application, students are then supported

through mock interview practice.

The Higher Education/Employment Programme






sixth form procedures and facilities as outlined in our


and expectations within the sixth form. During the first half






sixth form life. Parents/carers may be invited to discuss the












enhance their management of sixth form study.


Support and Guidance in Sixth FormYear 12 Support & Guidance

Throughout Year 12, students are encouraged and supported to prepare for their

Post-18 options. The Sixth Form team and visiting experts offer support for future

planning. Students have the opportunity to access an independent careers advisor.

University Taster Days and Open Days also offer students the opportunity to find

out more about study and student life. We allow students five such visits during

their time in Sixth Form and also arrange a whole year visit to the regional Higher

Education Convention in the Spring Term of Year 12.

Also in the Spring Term, parents/carers are invited to our Higher Education

Evening. This includes presentations by invited speakers on Higher Education,

Student Finance, budgeting and student life. This is an opportunity to talk to the

Sixth Form Team and visiting experts about Post-18 options.

Progress and Guidance Interviews are an important part of Sixth Form provision.

Progress Interviews review a student’s progress against National target grades

and take place every half term following an assessment. Guidance Interviews are

designed to ensure your son / daughter achieves the grades needed to progress to

the destination of their choice at the end of Sixth Form.

For Year 12 students, the first Guidance Interview is completed after the October

Half-Term to allow the students to settle into Sixth Form study. The second

interview takes place after the January Mock examinations and begins to focus

on a student’s planned destination, whether that be Higher Education, Further

Education, Employment or Training. The final interview takes place upon return

from AS Examination leave and is when students are streamed into separate PSHE

groups in preparation for Year 13.


Support and Guidance in Sixth FormYear 13 Support & Guidance

When students return to Year 13, they continue

with their separate PSHE groups, focusing on

UCAS Applications or Employment and Training

Applications.

The UCAS group focuses on UCAS registration,

personal statements and preparation for

University, including updates on Student Finance,

accommodation, university access schemes,

interview techniques, entrance exams and

Scholarships. These sessions are a delivered jointly

by the Sixth Form team and external speakers from

various University Outreach Teams.

Those students considering Oxbridge applications

are encouraged to attend an Interview Preparation

Day, using an external provider, to be supported

through mock interview practice.

The Employment and Training Group focuses

on producing personal employment documents

such as CVs, personal statements, covering letters,

interview preparation notes and job applications

as well as support in finding employment and/or

apprenticeship training schemes. These sessions

are delivered by the Sixth Form team. Students

interested employment or apprenticeships have

the opportunity to visit the Skills Show at the NEC

Birmingham and National Apprentice Show at the

Arena MK.

After the February Half-Term, every Year 13 student

takes part in a “Life Skills” programme designed to

prepare them for life after Sixth Form. This includes

a rolling carousel of sessions delivered by the Sixth

Form team on topics such as car maintenance, basic

cooking skills and surviving on a budget. Specific

sessions delivered by external speakers on personal

health & relationship (including sexual health) and

driving awareness and road safety.

Sixth form Opportunities

Sixth form education is more than just academic achievement and we believe in developing those personal

skills that ultimately make individuals successful in their career. A range of opportunities and experiences

help students to develop skills and knowledge to support their academic work and enhance their prospects

in higher education and employment.

EnrichmentWe expect students to use their study periods to

complete work and further research. However, we

also encourage students to participate in activities to

enrich their sixth form experience and broaden their

appeal to universities and future employers. Students

can spend time on activities organised independently

or in conjunction with the school’s extended

curriculum programme.




Progress and Guidance Interviews continue in

Year 13. Again, Progress Interviews take place

every half term following an assessment. Guidance

Interviews are completed at three key points in

Year 13. The first interview is completed before the

October Half-Term and discusses the students AS

results and their impact on predicted A Level result

for the end of Year 13. Re-sits of AS modules are

also discussed in order for intervention sessions to

begin after the October Half-Term.

The second interview takes place after the January

Mock examinations. This is when AS re-sits

will be confirmed as performance in the Mock

Examinations is used to indicate whether an AS

re-sit is needed to produce the desired A Level

result.

The final interview takes place from February

onwards and is used to advise students on replies

to their UCAS Offers before making their firm and

insurance choice of university.

At all times during Sixth Form communication

between the student, parents/carers and the

Sixth Form team is vital. This ensures that we

are all working towards a students desired final

destination. If, at any time, you are concerned

about your son / daughters performance at Sixth

Form, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Sharon

Jones (Sixth Form Pastoral Support Officer) or the

appropriate Head of Year.

Sixth Form Opportunities





























Sixth Form education is more than just academic achievement and we believe in developing those

personal skills that ultimately make individuals successful in their career. A range of opportunities and

experiences help students to develop skills and knowledge to support their academic work and enhance

their prospects in Higher Education and employment.

EnrichmentWe expect students to use their study periods to complete work

and further research. However, we also encourage students to

participate in activities to enrich their Sixth Form experience

and broaden their appeal to universities and future employers.

Students can spend time on activities organised independently or

in conjunction with the Academy’s bespoke personal development

programme which consists of:

• Duke of Edinburgh

• Young Enterprise

• Mentoring

• Ready for work

• Budgeting & Finance

• Leadership

• Extension Opportunities

In addition there are workshops on First Aid, Cookery, Road Safety,

Sexual Health, Driving Theory Tests, CV and UCAS Personal

Statements.















Duke of Edinburgh

Mentoring

Ready for Work

Young Enterprise

In September 2016 Tudor Grange Academy Redditch is offering Sixth Form students the opportunity

to take part in the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award. The Gold Award is a national scheme

giving young people recognition for achievements in five sections; volunteering, physical, skills,

residential and expedition.

Each section will challenge students in different ways; however the award allows students to

take on personal challenges, learn new skills, meet new people and become more independent.

Unsurprisingly, the scheme is highly valued by both top apprentice providers and universities.

Through the mentoring scheme Sixth Form students undergo

training before being paired with Lower School students as

academic mentors. Mentoring can take the form of supporting

reading, offering academic or pastoral support.

All Year 12 students will enjoy a week’s Work Experience after

returning from their AS Exams. This is an excellent opportunity

for them to not only get a taste of their chosen profession but also

experience working life in a full time position.

Year 12 students have the opportunity to take part in the Young

Enterprise Scheme. The students form their own company, raise

capital and produce products or services to sell within Academy,

in the wider community and at trade fairs.

Sixth Form Community Experience

The sixth form community is active in supporting our

younger students, our environment and local/global

charities. Through our mentoring scheme sixth form

students undergo training before being paired with lower

school students either as pastoral or academic mentors.

Pastoral mentors support form groups whereas academic

mentors are paired with an individual student for single

subject tuition and support. Each week students from

Pitcheroak special school come to the form centre where

they meet with Tudor Grange Academy Redditch students

and take part in a range of musical and practical activities.

Each student is expected to play their part in the wider sixth

form community, giving them the opportunity to boost

their final references to universities, colleges or work.

Their involvement and effort is also recognised during the

selection process for Head Students. A proportion of study

time may be used for this type of enrichment.






and at trade fairs.
















and at trade fairs.












Budgeting and Finance

Leadership

Extension Opportunities

Tudor Grange Academy Redditch have worked closely with

HSBC Bank to put together a programme which enables

students to explore the real of cost of living. They will complete

workshops on the how to budget, credit scores and borrowing,

salaries, wages and tax.

The Sixth Form College Council consists of two Head Students,

two Deputy Head Students, Community, Teaching & Learning,

Social and Sports Secretaries as well as a Lower School Liaison.

This important group of students are elected by staff and Sixth

Form students and are interviewed by the Head of Sixth Form. The

successful candidates are students who demonstrate growing

maturity, show initiative and reliability in a variety of contexts,

communicate well and demonstrate leadership qualities and the

ability to work as a member of a team. They represent and promote

student views and opinions and play a major part in many aspects

of academy life.

Students who have achieved particularly high grades at GCSE are offered the

opportunity of completing the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in order to

extend their higher order thinking skills.

As part of the tutor programme offered to Year 12, students will play an active role in

hosting one charity event as part of their form group. They will also collaborate to put

on a form led assembly on a topic of their choosing adding further experience to add

to their CV’s or UCAS Personal Statements.

Sixth Form Community Experience

The sixth form community is active in supporting our


charities. Through our mentoring scheme sixth form





subject tuition and support. Each week students from

Pitcheroak special school come to the form centre where

they meet with Tudor Grange Academy Redditch students

and take part in a range of musical and practical activities.

Each student is expected to play their part in the wider sixth

form community, giving them the opportunity to boost

their final references to universities, colleges or work.

Their involvement and effort is also recognised during the

selection process for Head Students. A proportion of study

time may be used for this type of enrichment.


Sixth Form Community ExperienceThe Sixth Form community is active in supporting our


charities. Through our mentoring scheme Sixth Form





subject tuition and support.

Each student is expected to play their part in the wider

Sixth Form community, giving them the opportunity to

boost their final references to universities, colleges or

work. Their involvement and effort is also recognised

during the selection process for Head Students. A

proportion of study time may be used for this type of

enrichment.



















and at trade fairs.












Studying Skills

Learning Champions

As part of our preparing students for life at university

and improving their academic ability, the school also

implements a Study Skills course. This entails an

hour of numeracy and literacy skills designed to help

students, access research and improve essay writing

ability. This is complimented by a revision skills

programme delivered through assemblies and tutor

periods.

Students are expected to support learning in a

department of their choice or assisting with the Year 9

reading programme.

Studying at Tudor Grange Academy Redditch

At Tudor Grange Academy Redditch, students follow a curriculum which suits their preferred way of working, their interests, their ability and their future aspirations.

Below are a list of the courses we most commonly offer. However these can change according to student demand. If the course you would like to study is not here then please let us know what course(s) you are hoping to study by completing the A5 insert titled ”What course would you like to study?” insert and returning it to the Head of Sixth Form or mail to [email protected]

We currently offer the following Level 3 courses. Where appropriate to meet student need, we may provide courses in collaboration with the other Tudor Grange Trust sixth forms or will investigate the possibility of collaboration with other local providers.

• Art

• Art and Design (BTEC)

• Biology

• Business Studies (BTEC)

• Business Studies

• Chemistry

• Dance

• Design Technology: Resistant Materials

• Economics

• English Literature

• French

• Geography

• German

• Health and Social Care (BTEC)

• History

• Information and Communication Technology (BTEC)

• Mathematics

• Further Mathematics

• Music

• Music Technology

• Performing Arts (BTEC)

• Physical Education

• Physics

• Psychology

• Religious Studies: Philosophy and Ethics

• Science (BTEC)

• Sociology

• Sport Studies (BTEC)

• Travel and Tourism (BTEC)

All courses are subject to demand based on pupil numbers. Courses will be confirmed in Easter 2015.


Studying at Tudor Grange Academy Redditch

At Tudor Grange Academy Redditch, students follow a curriculum which suits their preferred way of working, their interests, their ability and their future aspirations.

Below are a list of the courses we most commonly offer. However these can change according to student demand. If the course you would like to study is not here then please let us know what course(s) you are hoping to study by completing the A5 insert titled ”What course would you like to study?” insert and returning it to the Head of Sixth Form or mail to [email protected]

We currently offer the following Level 3 courses. Where appropriate to meet student need, we may provide courses in collaboration with the other Tudor Grange Trust sixth forms or will investigate the possibility of collaboration with other local providers.

• Art

• Art and Design (BTEC)

• Biology

• Business Studies (BTEC)

• Business Studies

• Chemistry

• Dance

• Design Technology: Resistant Materials

• Economics

• English Literature

• French

• Geography

• German

• Health and Social Care (BTEC)

• History

• Information and Communication Technology (BTEC)

• Mathematics

• Further Mathematics

• Music

• Music Technology

• Performing Arts (BTEC)

• Physical Education

• Physics

• Psychology

• Religious Studies: Philosophy and Ethics

• Science (BTEC)

• Sociology

• Sport Studies (BTEC)

• Travel and Tourism (BTEC)



Studying at Tudor Grange Academy RedditchAt Tudor Grange Academy Redditch, students follow a curriculum which suits their preferred way of working,

their interests, their ability and their future aspirations.

Below are a list of the courses we offer. However, these can change according to student demand, if the course

you would like to study is not here then please let us know what course(s) you are hoping to study.

We currently offer the following Level 3 courses. Where appropriate to meet student need, we may provide

courses in collaboration with the other Tudor Grange Trust Sixth Forms or will investigate the possibility of

collaboration with other local providers.


• Applied Science BTEC• Art• Art (Photography) BTEC• Biology• Business BTEC• Business Studies• Chemistry• Computer Science• Core Maths• Criminology BTEC• Dance• Economics• English Language• English Literature• Food Technology• French• Further Maths• Geography• German• Graphics

• Health & Social Care BTEC• History• ICT• ICT BTEC• Maths• Media • Media BTEC• Music• Music Technology• Performing Arts BTEC• Philosophy and Ethics• Physical Education (PE)• Physics• Psychology• Resistant Materials• Sociology• Sport BTEC• Textiles• Theatre Studies• Travel and Tourism BTEC

Blue Pathway

For students wishing to study four AS levels, including up to 2 from the list of facilitating subjects and the rest from the list of non-facilitating subjects.

Entry requirements• A minimum of 6 GCSE passes in separate subjects at grade A* - B.• GCSE English and mathematics at grade A* - C.• Subject specific entrance requirements as detailed on our website.

Please note the following guidance• GCSE English language and English literature count as two different

subjects;• GCSE science and additional science count as two different subjects;• BTEC and OCR qualifications do not count towards the entry

requirements.

Yellow Pathway

For students wishing to study a maximum of 1 AS Level from the list of facilitating subjects and the rest from the list of non-facilitating subjects.

Entry requirements:A minimum of 5 GCSE passes in separate subjects at grade A* - C.Subject specific entrance requirements as detailed on our website.

Please note the following guidance:• GCSE English language and English literature count as two different

subjects;• GCSE science and additional science count as two different subjects;• All BTECs count as one subject.


Blue Pathway

For students wishing to study four AS levels, including up to 2 from the list of facilitating subjects and the rest from the list of non-facilitating subjects.

Entry requirements• A minimum of 6 GCSE passes in separate subjects at grade A* - B.• GCSE English and mathematics at grade A* - C.• Subject specific entrance requirements as detailed on our website.

Please note the following guidance• GCSE English language and English literature count as two different

subjects;• GCSE science and additional science count as two different subjects;• BTEC and OCR qualifications do not count towards the entry

requirements.

Yellow Pathway

For students wishing to study a maximum of 1 AS Level from the list of facilitating subjects and the rest from the list of non-facilitating subjects.

Entry requirements:A minimum of 5 GCSE passes in separate subjects at grade A* - C.Subject specific entrance requirements as detailed on our website.

Please note the following guidance:• GCSE English language and English literature count as two different

subjects;• GCSE science and additional science count as two different subjects;• All BTECs count as one subject.


5 new Pathways from Sept 2016Oxbridge/ Medics APS 52+

University visits, Oxbridge speakers, Medical student visits, summer school and

Birmingham University master classes. Guidance towards work experience and

internships, specialist UCAS ‘early entry’ guidance, wider reading guidance.

4 A levels (two of which should be Facilitating subjects), EPQ programme

(compulsory).

Russell Group/ Top Universities APS of 48+

University visits, summer school and Birmingham University master classes. Guidance

towards work experience/internships, UCAS guidance, wider reading guidance.

3 or 4 A levels, EPQ programme (optional).

Higher Education APS of 43+

Trips including the Skills Show and Fresh Horizons, guidance towards work experience/

internships, UCAS guidance, support with applying for employment/Apprenticeships.

3 or 4 subjects, (All A levels or A level/BTEC combination).

Academic/ Skilled APS 40+


internships, support with applying for employment/Apprenticeships or further training.

3 or 4 subjects, (Combination of BTEC qualifications and A levels).

Vocational/ Professional APS 37+


internships, support with applying for employment/Apprenticeships or further training.

2 or 3 subjects, Vocational (BTEC) subjects/work experience placements.





and at trade fairs.












All Pathways include:

Community

• Brand new ‘Get involved’ volunteering programme

Employability

• Work shadowing

• Dedicated careers guidance

• One-to-one mentoring

• CV and Personal Statement advice and support

• Interview practice and presentation

• Mock ‘assessment’ day

• External Trips

Personal Development

• Bespoke personal development programme, including First Aid, Cooking, Road Safety, Sexual

Health, Wellbeing and Finance

• Public speaking

• Enrichment days

• Duke of Edinburgh

• Leadership opportunities including Executive Board, College Council, Year 12 Representatives,

College Captain, Charity Leader















Choosing courses

Several things should be taken into account when

choosing the courses that you are going to study

in the sixth form:

• You should choose subjects you enjoy and in which you are interested.

• If you have some idea of future career aspirations, you should choose subjects that are necessary to follow that path.

• Choose subjects that you are good at. You should choose subjects in which you think you will be successful.

• Think about the assessment methods of the different types of qualifications. If you find examinations difficult, you should choose consider taking courses in which a proportion of the assessment is by coursework.

• Research into the courses that are on offer. Speak to members of staff or contact the school to find out more information. Speak to other students who have taken the subjects.

• Be aware if the course is offered at Tudor Grange Academy Redditch or as part of a Partnership with another school.

• We will go through all of these issues when we invite all interested applicants to visit the School to discuss their chosen pathway and combination of subjects.






and at trade fairs.













choosing the courses that you are going to study in

the Sixth Form:

• You should choose subjects you enjoy and in

which you are interested.

• If you have some idea of future career

aspirations, you should choose subjects that

are necessary to follow that path.

• Choose subjects that you are good at. You

should choose subjects in which you think

you will be successful.

• Think about the assessment methods of the

different types of qualifications. If you find

examinations difficult, you should choose

consider taking courses in which a proportion

of the assessment is by coursework.

• Research into the courses that are on offer.

Speak to members of staff or contact the

school to find out more information. Speak to

other students who have taken the subjects.

• If the course is offered at Tudor Grange

Academy as part of a partnership with another

school you will need to make a commitment

to travelling to one of our Trust schools;

Worcester or Solihull.

• We will go through all of these issues when

we invite all interested applicants to visit the

School to discuss their chosen pathway and

combination of subjects.



Choosing courses


choosing the courses that you are going to study

in the sixth form:

• You should choose subjects you enjoy and in which you are interested.

• If you have some idea of future career aspirations, you should choose subjects that are necessary to follow that path.

• Choose subjects that you are good at. You should choose subjects in which you think you will be successful.

• Think about the assessment methods of the different types of qualifications. If you find examinations difficult, you should choose consider taking courses in which a proportion of the assessment is by coursework.

• Research into the courses that are on offer. Speak to members of staff or contact the school to find out more information. Speak to other students who have taken the subjects.

• Be aware if the course is offered at Tudor Grange Academy Redditch or as part of a Partnership with another school.

• We will go through all of these issues when we invite all interested applicants to visit the School to discuss their chosen pathway and combination of subjects.


Tudor Grange AcademyWoodrow Drive

RedditchB98 7UH

01527 523088

www.redditch.tgacademy.org.uk/[email protected]


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