YOUR APPLICATION TIMELINE Got a question? Contact our friendly Admissions Team!
admissions@longroad.ac.uk or 01223 631125
October 2020: Applications Open Tuesday 12 January 2021: Applications Close Applications made after this date may be placed on a waiting list
Your Interview & Offer Discuss your options with an experienced member of staff. You’ll receive a formal offer via your online account within 4 working weeks.
June 2021: Welcome Days Spend the day as a Long Road student. Try out your subjects and get a taste of Long Road life.
August 2021: GCSE Results Day Good luck, we're keeping our fingers crossed for you!
Late August 2021: New Student Enrolment Welcome to the Long Road family!
Early September 2021: Start of Academic Year 2021/2022 Time to start your Long Road life!
ADMISSIONS FAQ'S When do applications open? Applications open in
October 2020 and close on Tuesday 12
January. Applications made after this date may be placed on a waiting list.
What are your entry requirements? Subject entry requirements can be found on the course pages of our prospectus. Please check our website for updates.
How do I apply? Apply online through our website;
www.longroad.ac.uk. You may
make your application at school, ask your teacher for more information.You will need to write a personal statement and provide us with contact details of a teacher who can send us a reference.
What happens next? After you make your application you’ll be invited for an informal interview, this is a chance for us to get to know you! Parents & carers are welcome to attend with you.
KEEPING YOU SAFE AT COLLEGE: COVID-19 SECURE We understand that the current
ENHANCED CLEANING REGIME
COVID-19 global pandemic may
We have enhanced our college
raise new questions about how we
cleaning regime throughout each
will keep you safe and well while
day. Signage promoting hygiene
you are studying with us.
protocols have been installed across the college.
At Long Road, we are committed
our students and staff safe while
SOCIALLY DISTANCED STUDY SPACES
studying and working during the
Our students have access to
COVID-19 pandemic.
socially distanced study spaces
to doing all that we can to keep
during independent learning
NEW TEACHING TIMETABLE
periods. Additional socially
We have produced a new teaching
distanced spaces have been
timetable that reduces the number
provided in the form of two
of students on campus and moving
outdoor covered marquees.
around campus at any one time.
SANITISING STATIONS & HAND WASHING FACILITIES
Student and staff well-being is always our highest priority.
Sanitising stations are available on every floor. Additional toilets
Please be assured that we have
and hand washing facilities have
put measures in place in full
been installed across the college.
accordance with the current government guidelines to keep
CLASSROOM CLEANLINESS
both students and staff safe.
We have equipped every classroom with cleaning wipes,
We hope this reassures you that
sanitiser and disinfectant.
Long Road is a safe place of study
Additional bins have been
and that you are excited to join us
distributed across the college
on campus in the future!
campus. Stay Safe - Long Road
STUDENT SAFETY We recommend students bring their own hand sanitiser and face covering for personal use each time they are on campus.
OFF TO OXFORD UNIVERSITY! CONGRATULATIONS KES BERRY! Hey, I’m Kes. I studied at St Bede’s
So now I have confirmed my
Inter Church School and at Long
place at Oxford University,
Road I studied the BTEC Art &
studying BA Fine Art. I honestly
Design Extended Diploma. Which
couldn’t have achieved those
meant 2 years of ultimate
results without the help of the
creative bliss.
staff.
Being treated like an artist in residence. So much creative freedom. The tools given to me by this course and the teachers allowed me to define myself as an artist; translating my art style in a sophisticated manner.
I achieved the grades D*DD (which translates A*AA for those who don’t understand the btec system).
I have multiple favourite things
has risen to the creative
about Long Road. It’s truly a
challenges presented by the
community. You will never feel left
Extended Diploma in Art & Design
out at Long Road. I met some
course here at Long Road.
amazing friends and teachers;
Throughout the course she was
you'll never feel alone at Long
able to experiment and play with
Road. It’s a place where you truly
ideas and concepts, which were
become yourself and prep
often informed by her exploration
yourself for the real world.
of her own identity and family.
The campus itself is tucked away
Her well deserved success has
in nature which makes it feel like
reconfirmed that choosing a
a tiny village, a total safe space.
vocational qualification in Art and Design can lead to amazing
Ruth Laslett, Head of Visual and
opportunities.
Performing Arts, said “I am thrilled to see Kes will be able to follow
Well done to Kes, it was an
her dream of studying Ba Hons in
absolute pleasure to teach you
Fine Art at Oxford University. She
and it inspires me to see you
has shown 100% commitment to
achieve so highly.”
her studies and
MARTIN ATTMORE, LONG ROAD SCHOLAR 2018 - 2020 Congratulations to Long Road
Martin told us, “My favourite thing
Scholar, Martin, for achieving
about Long Road is that I didn’t
excellent results this year!
really worry about what other people thought of me because I
Martin was awarded the Long
was there to do the work and have
Road Scholars Award when he
fun.
joined us from Impington Village College two years ago in
Thanks to Phil and Andrea, my film
September 2018.
teachers, you have shaped me into a better person whether I do
He has made the most of his time
become a filmmaker or not.”
at Long Road setting up the Long Road Film Club and taking on the
Best of luck Martin, remember us
role of Editor in Chief of the first
when you’re a famous filmmaker!
ever Long Road Student Film Magazine "The Long Lens", publishing their first edition during lockdown!
Martin achieved a truly wonderful set of results with a B in Film Studies A Level, D*D* in Media Level 3 Diploma and an A* in the Extended Project Qualification. Martin is now off to study Filmmaking at the University of Sussex!
STUART KEPPIE LONG ROAD ALUMNUS, 2012 "During my time at Long Road
Going to the gym, studying with
(2010–2012) I studied Biology,
friends in the LRC and getting
Physics, Mathematics and
involved with extra-curricular
Computing. I found a particular
clubs sparked passions and good
affinity for Biology stimulated by
habits to which I now credit my
the course content and the
success.
enthusiastic teaching, which inspired me to continue onto a
I was given a strong academic
BSc in Biological Sciences at the
foundation for university, and was
University of East Anglia.
motivated by those around me to become stronger
I am now studying for a PhD at the University of Oxford in Interdisciplinary Bioscience, researching osteoarthritis. Â The best things about Long Road were the approachability of the teachers, and the academic and extra-curricular provisions. The feedback on my course work and advice on my personal statement helped me get to where I am today.
I loved the atmosphere, opportunities and mix of people at Long Road.
and be better."
MED SQUAD Successfully
winning
a
place
at
a
UK
Medical
School
is
incredibly
challenging, so our Science department have designed our bespoke Med Squad programme to support students aspiring to study medicine. To qualify for this programme you must be studying A Level Chemistry, an A Level in Science or Maths and an A Level in a facilitating subject such as Humanities or Social Sciences.
Med Squad Programme Our Med Squad team will meet with you regularly each term to guide you in looking at university open days and help you target the medical schools most suited to your career goals.
Univeristy of Cambridge students will lead workshops and work with you on a one-to-one basis as they support you with you UCAS personal statement
and
mentor
you
in
preparing
for
the
UCAT
/
BMAT
entry
assessment tests and admission interviews.
You will have the exciting opportunity to take part in a practice interview session with our Senior Managers, including our Principal Yolanda Botham acting as interviewers
"Grandma's bought new wallpaper'" Kes Berry
LONG ROAD STUDENTS WOW AT SIXTH FORM COLLEGE ART EXHIBITION Thursday 4 June 2020 saw the
Level 3 Extended Diploma),
launch of At home, an online
Rosina Canty (Photography A
exhibition of photographs taken
Level) and Sadie Fraylinch (Art &
by sixth form college students
Design Level 3 Extended
during the Covid-19 lockdown.
Diploma for their wonderful work featured in this exhibition!
Over 140 students from 46 colleges submitted their
Launching the exhibition, Gillian
photographs for the exhibition
Keegan, Apprenticeships and
that ran from 4th to 19th June
Skills Minister, said:
2020. The exhibition was
“This has been a difficult time for
coordinated by the Sixth Form
the entire country but this
Colleges Association and all
exhibition is a wonderful example
photographs can be viewed on
of how creativity can flourish in
the SFCA gallery website.
the face of adversity. It’s great to see how these sixth form students
Congratulations to talented
have captured the experiences of
students Kes Berry (Art & Design
lockdown from a young person’s
"Lockdown Learning" Rosina Canty
perspective. A huge
to society – even if they are to be
congratulations to all exhibitors
successful scientists, engineers,
and I wish them every success for
doctors and technicians – they
the future”.
need to develop their creative skills, their artistic sensitivities and
Bill Watkin, Chief Executive of the
their ability to interact with
Sixth Form Colleges Association,
others. All of this will be more
said:
important than ever in the post-
“At home highlights the
Covid world”.
extraordinary artistic talent that exists in our sector. We are holding this exhibition to recognise and celebrate excellence in sixth form colleges, but also to stimulate our thinking about the world this summer.
It is imperative that we keep the arts in education secure and flourishing. If young people are to make a valuable contribution
"A constellation of memories" Sadie Fraylich
CONGRATULATIONS ALEX BENTLEY! CLASS OF 2020 Congratulations to student Alex
to be judged for that, but instead
Bentley on his excellent A Level
encouraged.
results this year! I want to thank Emma Harpley (my Alex joined Long Road from
English teacher), Ian Osborne (my
Comberton Village College and
sociology teacher), Miranda
studied three A Levels in English
Perkins and Clare Dunkerley (my
Literature, History and Sociology.
History teachers), Tim Whittaker
Setting his aspirations high, Alex
and Sarah Trolley who helped so
joined our Russell Group
much in the process of applying
Preparation Programme with
to university, and James Bentley, a
dreams of going to a Russell
Head of Department who also
Group university.
happens to be my Dad!”
Alex achieved a fantastic set of grades with A's in English Literature and History and an A* in Sociology! He is now fulfilling his dream of studying at a Russell Group university; going on to study BA English Literature at the University of Liverpool!
Alex told us “The best thing about studying at Long Road was the capacity given to study in your own unique way and not
OXBRIDGE & RUSSELL GROUP PREPARATION PROGRAMME If you’re aspiring to study at Cambridge, Oxford or a Russell Group University you can join our unique Preparation Programme; taking part in workshops, seminars and super-curricular activities throughout your first year of study to support you in your application to the UK’s most competitive universities.
In your second year of study, you will receive one-to-one support from recent Oxbridge alumni when writing your personal statements. If you are successfully selected for an interview you will receive
multiple mock interviews with recent Oxford and Cambridge University alumni.
Meet our programme leaders below:
Sarah Trolley, Teacher of Science BA (Hons) Geography, St. Hilda's College, University of Oxford.
Tim Whittaker, Head of Studies BSc Psychology, University of East London. MA General Management, University of Hertfordshire.
PREPARING FOR YOUR INTERVIEW JUST BREATHE, IT'S NOT AS SCARY AS YOU THINK ‘Interview’ – it sounds big and
Still a bit nervous? Don’t worry,
intimidating; but just breathe, it’s
that’s completely normal. To help
not as scary as you think.
make the process as stress-free as possible we’ve put together
Applying for Sixth Form College is
this guide so you know what to
some serious business, but there’s
expect when you come for
no need to be nervous. By inviting
interview.
you to interview we can give you the best possible advice on
What to expect
choosing your college, your
You may be asked questions
courses and your future career
similar to:
paths!
Why have you chosen this course?
The most important thing to
Do you have any career aims
remember is to just be
or future plans?
yourself. Our interviews aren’t
What are your hobbies and
here to catch you out or ask you
interests?
trick questions, they just want to
Are there any personal issues
get to know you. By getting to
or difficulties that may affect
know you as an individual we can
your studies?
give you tailored advice about the college and the courses you want to study. It is also your chance to get a feel of what Long Road is like and to ask any questions you have.
Your questions answered! How long is the interview? Interviews usually last around 20 minutes. Is there a dress code? We don’t have a dress code for your interviews, come in whatever you feel comfortable wearing. Can my parents/guardians come with me? You’re welcome to bring parents/guardians with you to interview. We don’t mind either way, whatever makes
bikes; or there are a number of bus stops close to the college site. Check the route planner on our website to plan your journey. What happens if I’m late? If you’re late don’t panic. Still come along to interview and we will get you seen by an interviewer as soon as possible. Will my photo be taken? No, we don’t take your photo until enrolment.
you feel most at ease. Will there be parking? We do have parking on site, but it can be limited at busy times. If you’re cycling there will be space to lock your
Still got some questions? Contact our Admissions Team, on 01223 631100 or admissions@longroad.ac.uk
APPLICATIONS FOR SEPTEMBER 2021 ENTRY CLOSE TUESDAY 12 JANUARY 2021 APPLY ONLINE: WWW.LONGROAD.AC.UK ADMISSIONS@LONGROAD.AC.UK 01223 631100