Life in our Sixth Form Life in our Sixth Form is different from the rest of the School. You will enjoy more freedom and choice as well as face more challenges. In the Sixth Form you will follow an academic programme which will include your A Levels and study for the Extended Project Qualification or Gold Arts Award. You will also embark upon an enrichment programme to extend your knowledge and skills and help you make the most of your time in Sixth Form. Our aim is to ensure that you achieve the highest possible grades at A Level and to prepare you for university and the world beyond School. You will be taught in our tutorial rooms but will also take advantage of all the Senior School facilities. You will have first rate resources and technology on hand and plenty of space for independent and private study, including a library exclusively for Sixth Form use. We also operate a Bring Your Own Device system meaning that you use your own laptop or tablet in school to enable seamless working between lessons, study time and home. NHSG Sixth Formers also have exclusive access to the Sixth Form Common Room, a space where all Sixth Form girls can relax. The Common Room bistro, Café Six, is open all day offering nutritious breakfasts and snacks. You can choose to have a café-style lunch here or enjoy a three course lunch in the school dining area. In the Sixth Form you will be treated as a young adult, with all the responsibility that entails; you will also be supported and guided through your studies. We want you to immerse yourself in Sixth Form life, take full advantage of the opportunities open to you and play your part as a member of the community that is Newcastle High School for Girls. Here are some suggestions from some of our past Sixth Form pupils to help you make the most of your two years in Sixth Form.
opportunity to focus on the subjects you love, in order to deepen your understanding and help you to discover where they will take you in the future. I have enjoyed the extra responsibility of taking learning into my own hands and the freedom to make my own decisions and explore my individuality.” “The variety of Sixth Form life has enabled me to explore a wide range of subjects and skills, helping me to become a well-rounded individual, ready for life outside of the classroom. Co-curricular clubs and societies, the Sixth Form Dance Company and the annual Charity Fashion Show are just a few ways in which I have developed new skills and expanded my friendship groups, helping to form a community of enthusiastic and hard-working young people.” “Pursuing an EPQ has helped me to further develop my independent research and evaluative skills, which will be valuable for life beyond school. My confidence has increased as my presentation techniques have improved and I have enjoyed studying a subject of my choice that is entirely unique to me.” “Sport is embedded in our school life and allows us to build a strong bond with team players and strengthen links between Year Groups, as we strive for the highest results. Our school prides itself on providing endless sporting opportunities and we look forward to future Sports Tours abroad. There are opportunities to try a wider range of sports in lessons and the prospect of becoming a Sports Captain encourages us to build on our teamwork and leadership skills.” “Trips in Sixth Form offer a wide variety of experiences for each individual girl and her interests. From theatre visits for Drama, to Psychology lectures in Edinburgh to Parliament debates in London for Politics, there is something on offer for everyone. Trips are an exciting way to further your interest in your A Level curriculum, and make memories that will last a lifetime.”
“Life in Sixth Form provides a challenging but exciting
The Learning Resources Centre Whatever your subjects for A Level, the School Libraries will help you locate the resources you need. With a stock of more than 10,000 volumes, the Sixth Form Library and Learning Resources Centre support all Advanced Level subjects, and aim to stimulate broader interests through a wide variety of books and periodicals. We also provide online subscription resources, including JSTOR which is one of the world’s most trusted sources for academic content, providing access to over a thousand academic journals and a huge bank of images. Both the Sixth Form Library and the LRC offer study tables and a quiet, pleasant atmosphere for private study. The Sixth Form Library is exclusive to the Sixth Form and contains books specifically aimed at A Level courses.
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