Prospectus for TCT Post-16

POST-16

PROSPECTUS

“Every teacher strives to bring the best out of each and every student. I know that I would not have achieved the same level of success if I had been anywhere else. Quest6 shaped me into the person I am today”

QUEST

“Just under one in five students went to Russell Group universities, with one student gaining a place at Oxford University. This impressive figure is above the London average.” – Ofsted, 2018

RIDDLESDOWN

Mohamed Iman, now studying History at Oxford University.

“The way College VI prepares young adults for the real world and gives them the responsibility to grow within themselves is key to success with the dynamic and the intense growth young people face in the modern day” - Lucy Christie, College VI alumna

“The sixth-form leaders are ambitious for their students and passionate about their well-being and outcomes.” - Ofsted, 2016

INTRODUCTION TO TCT POST-16

The Collegiate Trust offers two Post-16 venues:- Quest6 at The Quest Academy and College VI at Riddlesdown Collegiate. Between them, students at the two Sixth Forms have access to a broad range of post-16 options in the form of A Levels and BTECs. (For a full range of courses, see pages 6 and 7.)

Students at TCT Post-16 are motivated, independent and inspired to do their best in their studies. They recognise that teachers are there to support them in their work, guide them when it comes to making choices about life after Sixth Form and generally be a helping hand as they navigate the transition from student to world citizen. Graduates of both Quest6 and College VI have gone on to study at an impressive range of institutions including Oxford, Cambridge and Russell Group Universities or been successful in vocational paths, including apprenticeship schemes. We would welcome the opportunity to show you our Sixth Forms. Please call us on the numbers below to arrange your tour, or to see the colleges in action, and browse our websites to find out more.

Quest6 – call 020 8657 8935 www.thequestacademy.org.uk/quest6/

College VI – call 020 8668 5136 www.riddlesdown.org/colleges/college-vi/

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ABOUT QUEST6

The Quest Academy’s motto, Learning Changes Lives, reflects our belief in the importance of our work. We are committed to making sure that every student makes outstanding progress. We have high expectations of everyone, offer the best quality teaching and insist on the highest standards of behaviour and respect.

Students at Quest6 have excelled themselves across the range of courses that we have on offer.

Every single Sixth Form student has now gone on to further study. In addition to academic excellence, Quest6 is a positive, rich and innovative learning environment where every student can achieve excellence in all that they do, in the classroom and beyond it. We offer a wide range of enrichment activities to extend learning in a range of contexts and promote leadership, teamwork, reflection, confidence and high self-esteem.

Students at Quest6 have access to cutting-edge, state-of-the-art facilities that – for at least the foreseeable future – are arguably the best that Greater London has to offer. A dedicated social study area, seminar-style teaching rooms, brand new technology as well as access to all of Quest’s new buildings ensure that current and future Quest6 students will learn in a modern, peaceful, exceptional education environment.

Our strength comes from strong partnerships: with our parents, the community we serve and The Collegiate Trust. We bring together and harness our extensive experience and expertise to everybody’s benefit.

This prospectus gives you a brief insight into our ethos and our work. We look forward to welcoming you to Quest6.

Mr Andy Crofts Principal

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Post-16

ABOUT COLLEGE VI

In College VI we have high expectations for academic progress and independent learning. To this end, students are offered regular advice and guidance by approachable staff. However, they are given autonomy and are held responsible and accountable for their learning behaviour.

We believe that progress is not just about examination results. Education in College VI is more than ‘teaching to the test’. We provide a safe, positive, respectful community within which students are not afraid to be sceptical; take risks; rise to challenges and show resilience when faced with adversity. They need to have the confidence to say ‘I don’t know’ as a precursor to ‘but I will find out.’ We foster a culture of curiosity and reflection and a love of learning which extends beyond the curriculum.

It is vital to prepare students for their future. All students have access to good quality university and careers advice. However, the world is changing at a rapid pace. Students need to be adaptive; they need to be creative and courageous and encouraged to think globally. Their personal development is as vital as their examination results. We have a duty to provide our students with a range of opportunities which will allow them to develop these skills. In return, we expect our students to be involved in the life of the College and the Collegiate. We expect them to take part in extracurricular activities and assume leadership responsibilities.

Mr Mike Smith Headteacher, College VI

OUR VISION

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To be an outstanding Sixth Form where we: uphold our values provide inspirational and innovative experiences within and beyond the classroom value, support and develop staff deliver successful outcomes and positive futures for all of our students OUR VALUES:

“As a sixth former, I was supported by the dedicated staff who not only pushed me to achieve my best but also gave me with the freedom and responsibility that I wanted.”

Ben Martinez, now working at Google

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SUBJECTS AVAILABLE AT QUEST6

A LEVELS

Applied Art & Design

Chemistry

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SUBJECTS AVAILABLE AT COLLEGE VI

A LEVELS

A Level

Art, Craft and Design

Biology Business Studies

Chemistry Classics Computer Science Dance

Design Technology: Product Design Drama and Theatre Economics

English Literature

French

Geography Politics History Latin Mathematics & Further Mathematics Media Studies Music Photography Physical Education Physics Psychology

Sociology Spanish

DESTINATIONS

The vast majority, over 80%, of College VI students are successful in gaining a place at University each year. More than 30% of those students are typically accepted into top Russell Group Universities, following a range of courses and preparing for a wide range of careers. In 2019, students have embarked on degrees in Medicine, Law, Engineering, Mathematics, Neuroscience, Politics, Psychology, Media & Communications and Economics, for example. Our remaining students go on to high quality apprenticeships or employment.

We have a dedicated Careers and University week to support students in their choices for the future, whilst each student will have a tutor dedicated to supporting them through the University process. For those students interested in Oxbridge or Medicine, our Director of Learning will work closely with those individuals on personal statements, interview practice and preparation as well as University visits and residentials. Our College VI Director of Careers will support students in gaining high quality work placements and apprenticeships, supported by a growing number of student alumni.

ADMISSIONS

QUEST6 ADMISSIONS

To join The Quest Academy Sixth Form, you must achieve a minimum of five level 9-5 GCSE qualifications. For full entrance criteria for each subject, please visit www.thequestacademy.org.uk/quest6/prospectusapplicationform/.

To apply, please complete the application form at www.thequestacademy.org.uk/quest6/prospectusapplicationform/

Quest6 offers “Academy at Work” tours on a regular basis. Please contact the Academy to book an appointment.

COLLEGE VI ADMISSIONS

A place at College VI is conditional upon you obtaining the necessary GCSE qualifications to satisfy our entry requirements outlined in our College VI Prospectus. If your GCSE grades make the choice of subjects above ill-advised or impossible, we shall be pleased to discuss alternatives with you at that time.

To apply, please complete the application form at www.riddlesdown.smarterreachclients.net/colleges/college-vi/ college-vi-admissions/

“Students leave the school as thoughtful, mature and well-adjusted young people who are ready to take up their place in society as responsible citizens.”

– Ofsted 2016, Riddlesdown

The Collegiate Trust