2017 - 18
Rastrick High School & Sixth Form
One of the Top Performing Sixth Forms in Calderdale
“Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but rising every time we fall.” Confucius
Welcome Challenge, Support, Achieve The Sixth Form at Rastrick is built on the ideals of aspirational goals and the development and embedding of a competitive spirit. Our aim is to provide you with the qualifications, skills and experiences to ensure you can be successful in moving onto the next phase of your learning or career path. Our excellent A Level and Vocational results demonstrate that we can, and will, deliver you consistently excellent teaching. However, we appreciate that universities and employers expect more than just excellent results; therefore we will give you the opportunity to experience life in university, work with our professional partners in commerce and industry and experience cultures from all over the world, enabling you to have a wide range of experiences that give you the edge when you move on from Sixth Form. This combination of exciting experiences and excellent teaching will be aligned with outstanding support; we pride ourselves on the bespoke support we can offer you, ensuring there are no barriers in your ability to reach your potential. We will expect a lot from you in return; our expectation is that you set yourself the highest standards, strive for excellence and do not settle for second best. We hope that our prospectus will give you a taste of what Rastrick Sixth Form has to offer and we look forward to meeting you at our Open Evening. If you can’t make this event, please do contact us and we will be happy to speak to you and give you a tour of the Sixth Form. Best wishes Clare Murphy Assistant Headteacher Achievement and Support Post 16
We deliver enriching experiences, bespoke support and excellent teaching, ensuring our students reach their academic potential.
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Curriculum Offer We pride ourselves on offering students a broad and balanced range of A Level subjects that will prepare you for further study and the world of work. In addition to the range of high quality courses, we strive to provide the skills, experiences and aspirations needed to succeed in a competitive world. We believe in challenging you to maximise and achieve your full potential through outstanding teaching in an environment that offers bespoke support.
• Teacher Training Pathway (e.g. English Language, Maths and another Academic Subject) • Business and Economics Pathway (e.g. Economics, Maths, ICT) • Design Technology and Arts Pathway (e.g. Photography, Art, Textiles) • Sports Pathway (e.g. PE, Science)
Historically our students have followed a range of pathways that open up further study or career possibilities. We believe in giving valuable enrichment opportunities and the ability to carry out high quality work experience that is directly linked to your chosen pathway. We work hard to forge links with local and national businesses and Universities that will benefit you and make you stand out from the rest.
We also offer a suite of Vocational qualifications that lead to university places and careers in: • Medical Science • Business and ICT • Health and Social Care • Sport
Some of the most popular A Level pathways include: • Scientific Pathway (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Maths) • Engineering Pathway (Physics, Maths, Product Design)
Should you be unsure regarding your career choices, we offer comprehensive advice and guidance regarding the most suitable combinations of courses to allow you to progress to further study or the workplace. Our experienced Sixth Form team will guide and support you onto the most appropriate pathway and subject combinations.
Rastrick Sixth Form will give you an excellent curriculum, supported by enriching and practical experiences from the world of industry and commerce.
Courses Academic Courses
Vocational Courses
Art
ICT
Art & Design
Art 3D Product Design
Maths
Art 3D Product Design
Biology
Music
Business*
Business
PE
Health & Social Care
Chemistry
Photography
ICT
Computer Science
Physics
Photography
English Language
Psychology
Science
English Literature
Religious Studies
Sport
Geography
Sociology
History
Textiles
Some courses are accessible for both Academic and Vocational students.
Our range of courses are put into Option Blocks to allow you to choose a combination of courses you may wish to study. The option blocks and courses are subject to change based on the demand for individual subjects and on the demand for different combinations of courses. *This Business course is an Extended Certificate and is equivalent to 1 A Level
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Entry Criteria
Pathway Description
Next Steps
A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at Grades 9-5 in at least 5 separate curriculum areas. These must include a Grade 5 in both GCSE English Language and Maths. For specific subjects the following applies: • Maths - Grade 6 or higher • Sciences - Grade 6 or higher in dual/triple • English Language/ Literature - Grade 5 or higher • Computer Science - Grade 6 or higher in Maths
3 A Level courses + Supported study + Work experience + Enrichment
Degree courses
A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at Grades 9-4 or equivalent (merit or above in one GCSE equivalent course can contribute) in at least 4 curriculum areas. These should include a Grade 4 in both GCSE English Language and Maths.
3 courses which may be A Level and/or Extended Certificate/Diploma + Supported study + Work experience + Enrichment
Apprenticeships Employment
Students on route B will be advised on the best combination of A Level and/or Vocational qualifications.
“Take the lead in organising enrichment” Ofsted 2015
Opportunities We understand that universities and employers look beyond academic success and we will give you opportunities to develop skills outside of the classroom setting. You are encouraged to volunteer in numerous activities which aim to prepare you to be professional by equipping you with an advanced set of soft skills which are highly sought after in the world of work.
“Students are good role models” Ofsted 2015
• Personalised work placement linked to future aspirations. • Have the opportunity to participate in Outlook Expeditions. • Overseas work experience. • Subject specific learning experiences e.g. DT Faculty New York trip. • Opportunity to apply for leadership courses e.g. RYLA. • Volunteer in local organisations such as schools, care homes and hospitals. • Support younger students in RHS with academic work and extra-curricular activities. • Project manage charity events and fundraising activities. • Represent the Sixth Form as a student Leader. • Represent the Sixth Form at sport events. • Deloitte Micro-Tyco programme.
“Students maximise their opportunities to move onto higher education� Ofsted 2015
Support Individual Support Our dedicated and experienced support team offer friendly advice and professional guidance for your personal progression. They will support your journey and assist you with the smooth transition from GCSE to A Level and to your destination beyond, maximising your opportunities to move onto higher education or your chosen career path.
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) In partnership with the University of Leeds, we offer the EPQ to Year 12 students. The EPQ allows you to embark on a self-directed and self-motivated project and gaining this qualification can help with a successful university application.
Scholars programme for More Able Students In partnership with local colleges and Cambridge University, selected students are given the opportunity to attend a series of lectures, visits and open days in preparation for successful applications to universities of their choice.
C&K Careers All students have access to a specialist career advisor to support them in making important decisions about their post 18 pathway. For more information visit: www.ckcareers.co.uk
Financial Support Young people aged 16-19 years old, who need support to help them stay in education, can apply for the 16-19 Bursary Fund.
University Visits We believe choosing your next step into Higher Education is a big decision; therefore you are given the opportunity to explore a variety of different universities with a focus on subject specific workshops as well as opportunities to experience university living.
More information can be obtained from our website and also at www.direct.gov.uk/16-19bursary
Environment for Learning We have modern, specialist facilities to support your learning. These include: • A large, fully networked Study Area • A Study Café with WiFi access • Specialist science laboratories • ICT suites • A Music Suite with editing equipment • A Drama Studio with theatre standard lighting and sound equipment • Art and Design rooms with state of the art equipment
Be Experimental
Develop Skills
Go Achieve
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Admissions If you are interested in studying at Rastrick Sixth Form, please follow these easy steps:
1. Complete the online application form This will be live on our website on Friday 10 November 2017. Your Careers/Connexions advisor or Form Tutor will help you to complete this application successfully. Your application must be received by Friday 9 February 2018.
2. Admissions Appointments
3. Offer a Place – in April 2018 Providing you meet our entry criteria, you will be offered a conditional place at the end of the admissions interview. This will be confirmed in writing.
4. Enrolment Student enrolment will take place on the following dates Tuesday 28 August and Wednesday 29 August 2018. If you are disappointed with your GCSE grades, please come and talk to us to discuss your options. Staff will be available on GCSE results day, on 23 August 2018 between 10am and 1pm.
All applicants who meet the application deadline are guaranteed an admissions interview which will be held at Rastrick Sixth Form.
For further enquiries about admissions or particular courses, please contact one of the Sixth Form team using the contact details below:
Interviews will be held in March 2018.
e: sixthform@rastrick.calderdale.sch.uk t: 01484 406384 www.rastrick.calderdale.sch.uk
The interview is a key part of the application process as it is an opportunity for us to discuss what you would like to study, so that we can make sure that you have chosen the courses that are right for you.
Field Top Road, Rastrick, Brighouse West Yorkshire HD6 3XB All applications are considered on merit and students are welcomed irrespective of their gender, sexuality, disability, race or religion.
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