BRAMPTON MANOR ACADEMY
SIXTH FORM
“For A Level attainment
Brampton Manor Academy in East London is the best comprehensive.� The Guardian
13th October 2016
WELCOME WELCOME TO BRAMPTON MANOR ACADEMY SIXTH FORM. This is an academic Sixth Form, offering high quality A Level teaching. We have exceptionally high standards and have an established tradition of academic achievement. Students make exceptional progress at Brampton and we deliver outstanding A Level results. In 2016 our third cohort of A Level students achieved our highest number of A*- A grades to date. Nearly three quarters of our students progressed to Russell Group universities – the highest of any provider in Newham and one of the highest Russell Group progression rates in the country. Four students progressed to Oxford or Cambridge. This is a tribute to their hard work, but also to the elements that we have put in place at Brampton Manor to ensure their success. We have: • Exceptional teachers in all subjects; • Astonishing facilities in all subjects; • A wide choice of academic A Level courses; • Small teaching group sizes; • An outstanding university guidance programme; • A diverse enrichment programme; • Bespoke work experience tailored to enhance specific university entrance requirements; • A fantastic Sixth Form centre; and • An ethos and culture which welcomes and supports all students.
By choosing Brampton Manor you’ll be joining a longestablished institution with a track record of success, rated as ‘Outstanding’ in every category by Ofsted. In their last visit they confirmed that: • “Students make outstanding progress” • “Teaching is outstanding because teachers have extremely high expectations” • “Students are respectful and considerate” • “Students’ behaviour is outstanding” • “There is an amazingly effective vision” In 2017 our A Level results will continue to cement our position as one of the highest achieving academic Sixth Forms in the United Kingdom. This is due to the commitment and dedication of our students and our staff, who are second to none. Most of our teachers are themselves top graduates of the elite Russell Group of universities to which our students aspire and together they form a highly qualified and experienced team of professionals who are experts in their fields. None of the success we continue to enjoy has happened by accident. It’s all about having the right people, the right resources and the right level of challenge and support. You now have the opportunity to join in that success. Good Luck.
We want you to do well but also to enjoy your Sixth Form experience. So you’ll find that there are plenty of social, sporting, artistic and recreational activities available to help ensure a healthy work / life balance.
Dr D Olukoshi Executive Principal
“I can honestly say that I loved the time I spent at Brampton
Manor. The sixth form introduced a community whereby students and teachers worked alongside one another to reach a unified goal; the teachers excelled in all aspects of their various disciplines and were always around whenever needed. The surrounding of like-minded and equally eager peers established an environment that was conducive for learning, stimulated growth and challenged you to achieve your academic potential. At every step of the way, it excited as well as it did incite.� Joseph Adikwu
ACHIEVED: A*A*A*A*
STUDYING: Medicine, Trinity College, University of Cambridge
OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMIC ASPIRATION IS AT THE CENTRE OF OUR SIXTH FORM. The 2016 Department for Education performance tables (summarised below) confirm that our stunning A Level results rank us as the highest achieving school
in the region. They demonstrate what it is possible to achieve as a student at Brampton.
% OF STUDENTS ACHIEVING AAB OR HIGHER IN AT LEAST TWO FACILITATING SUBJECTS
VALUE ADDED SCORE
SCHOOL
AVERAGE POINTS SCORE PER A LEVEL ENTRY
AVERAGE GRADE
% OF A LEVEL STUDENTS ACHIEVING AT LEAST 3 A LEVELS AT A*-E
BRAMPTON MANOR ACADEMY
254.6
B+
100%
51%
0.45
WOODFORD COUNTY HIGH
246.4
B+
99%
40%
-0.02
LONDON ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE
234.6
B-
96%
24%
0.39
SEVEN KINGS HIGH SCHOOL
234.1
B-
97%
30%
0.08
ILFORD COUNTY HIGH
222.9
C+
97%
36%
-0.03
ST ANGELA’S URSULINE SCHOOL
219.2
C
84%
12%
-0.08
CHOBHAM ACADEMY
218.5
C+
89%
4%
0.13
These outcomes were not achieved by chance, but instead reflect the outstanding teaching from highly qualified subject specialists that students receive across the board. Our well-resourced and supervised Study Centre is available for students to use every day from 7.30am until 6pm, with private study periods included
as part of the timetable to provide you with the opportunity and facilities to engage in independent learning. Success at A Level requires exceptional effort and determination; we will be with you every step of the way, leaving no stone unturned in our mission to ensure you achieve to the very best of your ability.
PREPARING STUDENTS FOR THE FUTURE THE WORLD IS AN INCREASINGLY COMPETITIVE PLACE, WHICH IS WHY AT BRAMPTON WE HAVE ONE EYE ON THE NEXT STEP OF YOUR JOURNEY. Our well established university preparation programme leaves nothing to chance, offering superb guidance through the UCAS process delivered by expert tutors, UCAS Advisers and senior staff. This has resulted in us achieving the best progression rate to the prestigious Russell Group of universities in the region and one of the best in the UK three for years running. We are proud of the wide range of high quality our institutions our students progress to study at. In 2016 these included: • • • • • •
Bath Birmingham Bristol Cambridge Imperial Kings
• • • • • •
Liverpool LSE Manchester Nottingham Oxford Queen Mary
• • • • • •
Sheffield SOAS Southampton UCL Warwick York
In order to help you choose the right university we offer you dozens of opportunities to attend residential summer schools, lectures and enhancement programmes run by leading universities. Over the past year our students have successfully applied for and participated in schemes at a range of prestigious institutions, including UCL, Imperial, Durham, Nottingham and Bristol.
We also have a number of subject specific pathways on offer to students. For example, our medical applicants have the opportunity to complete a bespoke work experience and university preparation programme alongside a Senior Consultant at Newham General Hospital, whilst our lawyers have completed placements at the world’s leading law firms, including Clifford Chance and Allen & Overy.
As a Sixth Form that believes there is no limit to what you can achieve, we encourage our highest achievers to apply to Oxford or Cambridge. Our extensive Oxbridge preparation programme begins in Year 12 and includes residential trips to both universities, specialist support with admissions tests and interview workshops. In 2015 we were delighted that five of our students progressed to study at Oxford or Cambridge.
In fact, whatever you aspire to do in the future, from engineering to journalism, we make it our business to help you succeed. All students are guaranteed a one week work experience placement, as well as access to hundreds of outstanding placements taking place in school holidays.
“Brampton motivated and helped me achieve grades beyond my expectations. They have helped me in making every step from school to university easier.” Ronak Patel
ACHIEVED: A*A*A*A*
STUDYING: Mathematics, Imperial College
“I think what truly sets Brampton apart is the quality of
teaching that they provide. Every teacher I ever met actually cares about you and the young adult you’re developing into and so they’re willing to do whatever it takes to help you.” Kiran Pillai
ACHIEVED: A*A*A*A
STUDYING: Medicine, St George’s
Mostafa Chizari A*A*A*A* Medicine Wadham College, University of Oxford
Elizabeth Araromi A*A*AA Chemical Engineering University of Birmingham
Ayesha Haque A*A*A*A* Maths Lady Margaret Hall, University of Oxford
Faria Tabassum A*A*A* Human, Social & Political Sciences King’s College, University of Cambridge
Felsan Mohamed A*AA History University of Bristol
Kiran Pillai A*A*A*A Medicine St George’s
Dinesh Kalamegam A*A*AA Mathematical Computation University College London
Saba Usmani A*A*A Medicine University College London
Ronak Patel A*A*A*A* Mathematics Imperial College
Memoree Boakye A*A*A Mathematics University of Birmingham
Nadim Ahmed A*AA Economics UCL
Jawad Adnan A*A*A*A* Mathematics and Computer Science Imperial College
Shams Islam A*A*A*A Economics London School of Economics
Stella Ogunlade A*A*A Psychology University of Bristol
Joseph Adikwu A*A*A*A* Medicine Trinity College, University of Cambridge
Ferouze Mattan A*AA Dentistry Queen Mary
ENRICHMENT & EXTRA-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME WE WANT YOU TO ENJOY YOUR TIME IN OUR SIXTH FORM AND LEAVE US WITH THE EXPERIENCES, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES REQUIRED TO SUCCEED IN UNIVERSITY AND WORKING LIFE. Every Wednesday afternoon you will participate in a timetabled enrichment session of your choice. The range of activities is vast - current options include rowing, sailing, yoga, Mandarin, football, badminton, drama, cycling, fitness, dance, swimming, street dance and the Duke of Edinburgh Award. These activities are offered to you free of charge as part of the entitlements which come with being a Brampton student. In addition, there are a range of after school clubs running every day. Some of our most popular include ‘Cooking on a Budget’, the Sixth Form musical, Chess Club and Maths Society. And if you can’t find a club which takes your interest we’ll give you all the support you need to set up your own, enabling you to develop
your leadership skills in the process. Many of our students take their hobbies to the next level by representing the school in external competitions. We are regional debating champions, having made the national final of the prestigious Oxford, Cambridge and English Speaking Union competitions for four consecutive years. Our teams compete around the country and are consistently ranked as the best state school debaters in the UK. Our sports teams compete with great success whilst our aspiring lawyers enjoy competing in the Bar Mock Trial Competition, where they have the opportunity to present a case in a courtroom in front of a real judge.
“Without the teachers at Brampton I wouldn’t have even applied to Oxford, they gave me both the support and confidence I needed to do the course of my dreams!” Neelam Dovedi
ACHIEVED: A*AA
STUDYING: English Language and Literature, University of Oxford
“Brampton has helped me to achieve
my dreams. I had always been overwhelmed by the fear of failure so I didn’t even entertain the idea of applying to Oxford. The amazing staff members at Brampton nurtured and guided me, helping me to achieve what I had thought was impossible.” Ayesha Haque
ACHIEVED: A*A*A*A*
PERSONALISED CARE & GUIDANCE BEHIND OUR AMBITIOUS VISION LIES A RESOLUTE BELIEF WHICH GUIDES ALL THAT WE DO – STUDENTS CAN ONLY ACHIEVE THEIR POTENTIAL IF THEY ARE TREATED AS INDIVIDUALS.
Sam Dobin Director of Sixth Form
STUDYING: Maths, Lady Margaret Hall, University of Oxford
“It was a great two years... time really
did fly! Very supportive environment and considerate teachers. Offered fantastic work experience and training for interviews and admissions tests.” Saba Usmani
ACHIEVED: A*A*A
STUDYING: Medicine, University College London
No two students are the same, which is why we take the time to get to know you so that we can best support you in achieving your personal goals. Our comprehensive programme of support includes daily interaction with a form tutor and regular one-toone meetings with a member of our teaching staff who acts as your personal mentor throughout your time in the Sixth Form. We also have a highly experienced and dedicated team of pastoral staff on hand to look out for your welfare and monitor your progress. Half termly
tracking in all subjects enables us to intervene quickly if a student is struggling. We work with teachers and parents to provide the support students need to enable them to achieve their goals. Ultimately, when a student chooses to enrol in our Sixth Form we know they are trusting us with their future. This is a responsibility we take very seriously and is what drives us to continue to provide the guidance, motivation and care to enable the next generation of Brampton students to go onto achieve their dreams.
DRESS CODE MALE Plain, black, formal, business-like suit. Trousers must match suit jackets and are to be in a formal, tailored business style.
FEMALE Plain, black, formal, business-like suit. Skirts or trousers may be worn. The suit skirt must match the jacket. It must be knee length, and must be tailored and not be of a knitted or jersey material. Trousers must match suit jackets and are to be in a formal, tailored, business style.
Formal plain white or light/medium grey collared shirt. Brampton Manor Academy Tie.
A formal plain white or light/medium grey sleeved shirt or blouse with collar and buttons.
Black formal shoes. Any form of boot, plimsoll or trainer is not allowed.
Black (flat or low heeled) formal shoes are to be worn.
Discreet jewellery may be worn. Small ear studs and/ or a small nose stud may be worn, but no other facial piercings are allowed.
Discreet make up and jewellery may be worn. Small ear studs and/or a small nose stud may be worn but no other facial piercings are allowed.
Extreme hairstyles are not allowed. Patterns or logos must not be shaved or cut into hair or eyebrows.
Extreme hairstyles are not allowed. Patterns or logos must not be shaved or cut into hair or eyebrows. Only natural hair colours are allowed.
Turbans, where worn, must be black or grey.
Religious dress is allowed. Headscarves, where worn, must be black or grey.
Outdoor Coats must be navy blue or black and are not worn within the college building. All clothing must be free of logos or slogans.
“My time at Brampton has been awesome. I’ve made some of my closest friends here. I am really happy I chose to study at Brampton.” Sabina Jauffur
ACHIEVED: AAA STUDYING: Pharmacy, University College London
KEY DATES 9TH JANUARY 2017 Applications open. Application forms will be available on the school website. 10TH FEBRUARY 2017 Applications close. 28TH APRIL 2017 Offer letters will be posted to applicants. 29TH JUNE & 30TH JUNE 2017 Induction. 24TH AUGUST 2017 Enrolment.
“Brampton is a special place. It’s
a community where students of all types of potential come together, taught by teachers of the highest caliber and determination. You learn to maintain a learning curve under the heavy aid and pressure of teachers whom selflessly aim to push you to your greatest potential. Although different, we all hold passion and high potential, and through sincere effort and determination, at Brampton we can be successful.” Simon Omorodion Bowie
ACHIEVED: A*A*A
STUDYING: Economics, University of Nottingham
BRAMPTON MANOR ACADEMY
SIXTH FORM
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