Sixth Form College
Open Event Guidance Applications for September 2019
BTEC College of the Year 2018
“The quality of teaching and achievement of students is outstanding.�
Welcome to One I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to One; we are delighted that you have taken the time to visit us. We hope that by the time you leave, you will have a full understanding of the courses on offer and the commitment we have to ensuring that all students at One are given the opportunity to raise and reach their aspirations. We have a first class staff team and you can be sure that you will get the very best teaching, support and resources you need to make a success of your time at One and realise your ambitions. I look forward to meeting you.
Alan Whittaker Principal
Visit Us Again! Come along to an open event: Saturday 13th October 2018
9:30am-12:30pm
Thursday 18th October 2018
5pm-8pm
Thursday 22nd November 2018
5pm-7pm
Tuesday 12th February 2019
6pm-8pm
You can submit your application from:
How did our students perform this summer?
99.1% A Level Pass Rate
100% Vocational Pass Rate
Saturday 13th October 2018 Visit our website and start your application today.
The Interview Process If you’re applying for a course with us, you’ll be invited in for an interview to discuss your interest. The interviews are a great opportunity for you to see the college again, meet staff and ask any questions. After you’ve applied, keep your eyes peeled for your interview invitation in the post, you’ll be given a date and time to come along. It’s wise to try your best to make it to the earliest interview you’re offered.
College life is what you make it At One, learning doesn’t stop when you leave the classroom, we value life skills too! Joining a club can help you to build confidence, enhance your CV or University application, and help you to meet new people! We have a wide range of enrichment available from the One Plus Challenge and the Extended Project Qualification, to groups like the Student Voice. In September, our annual Freshers’ Fair will allow you to see how you can enrich your One experience!
Post 16: A Guide for Parents Evenings Wednesday 13th March 2019 6pm-7pm Thursday 2nd May 2019
Travelling to One There are so many methods of getting to One! Cycling is a great option if you live close. We have a secure covered bike store where you can keep your bike safe during the day. There’s a great network of train and bus routes around One. If you’ll be hopping on the train or bus to One then you’ll need to apply for a travel pass from the relevant service. You can find out more here: www.suffolkonboard.com It’s useful to know that a college day at One is 9.30am to 3.45pm, when checking timetables!
One Bus If you’re travelling from Felixstowe, Stowmarket or the Claydon/Stonham area why not consider getting our One Bus to campus.
6pm-7pm
The route for these buses and the application form is available on our website.
Thursday 6th June 2019
Need some more info about travel? Get in touch!
6pm-7pm
transport@suffolkone.ac.uk
16 - 19 Bursary Financial Assistance for Students Go to our website for the Bursary Guidelines and to download an application form: www.suffolkone.ac.uk Call: 01473 556600 Email: finance@suffolkone.ac.uk
LRC
Grow Discover Imagine
The Learning Resource Centre
LRC Events
When can I use the LRC?
We have an array of interesting events throughout the year, such as:
We are open to students and staff from: 8:30am to 5:00pm (Weekdays). We are also open during some holiday periods too. Come along and meet our welcoming and friendly staff.
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We are always happy to answer any queries, whether they are curriculum, resource, or college related. If we don’t know the answer immediately, we pride ourselves on being able to find the answer.
Student and Staff Book Group National Reading Agency Initiatives Inclusivity and Diversity Celebrations Work Experience Opportunities Study Skills Support Sessions If interested, students get the opportunity to visit a local University Library to develop research skills and prepare for the demands of Higher Education. If you have any questions, get in touch!
LRC@suffolkone.ac.uk
The LRC is a popular learning space, positioned prominently at the heart of One. Come and take a look at this state of the art space to see for yourself all that it has to offer. Resources One of the main resources you’ll borrow as a student here are text books. Some are available online and others in print. Inclusivity We are an accessible and inclusive learning space with a variety of resources in a range of different formats, together with a selection of helpful, assistive technologies. Borrowing Resources can be borrowed from the LRC and Learning Zones using the student ID card. We can arrange bespoke lengths of loan depending on your requirements. Access to Computers We have computers for every requirement! Laptops, MacBooks and tablets are all available here. The campus has been designed so that you can easily bring in and use your own device too! Printing Printers, Photocopiers and Scanners are available in LRC and Learning Zones for student use.
Independent Study We’ve recently revamped our Independent Study area so that you can make the most of being on campus. Independent Study sessions will be built into your timetable - use this time wisely to enhance your learning outcomes! Research shows that students achieve higher results when they make use of their independent study time. Our campus has silent, quiet and group study spaces, where you can choose to work individually or as a group. The LRC can help you make the most of this new way of studying by tailoring Study Support sessions to meet your needs.
Student Services
Support Empower Opportunities Achievement
Supporting you to Succeed Whilst you’re studying with us, you may need additional support and help with your studies. We can help you with things like access arrangements for exams, emotional support, and additional learning resources. The easiest way to do this is to have a chat with your Personal Progress Tutor (PPT); they will signpost you to the appropriate person. If you need extra help because of a physical, sensory or a specific disability, we offer a range of support services that can help you. For more information please contact our Student Services team by calling 01473 556600. We want every student to feel comfortable and ready to succeed when beginning studies at One and therefore we would recommend arranging an appointment with us as soon as you’re thinking of applying for a course.
What does a PPT do? Each student is assigned a PPT (Personal Progress Tutor) who: »» Monitors attendance and behaviour »» Works with parents and outside agencies »» Delivers tutorial programmes »» Carries out 1:1 interviews that focus on academic
attainment and progression
»» Takes a holistic overview within the reporting cycle »» Is a student advocate »» Is the starting point for any extended support needed
Who can I talk to? »» The Student Services Team comprises of: »» The Personal Progress Tutors »» Director of Student Services »» Learning Support Coordinator - Kate Wilkinson »» Student Services Coordinator - Chris Fenner »» Student Services Coordinator - Anna Bird »» Careers, Education, Information, Advice and Guidance Adviser »» Student Services Administrators
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Social, emotional & mental health support Access arrangements Special educational needs Liaison with outside agencies Careers Interviews Housing Issues Apprenticeship Guidance CV Writing University Applications Personal Statements Student Finance Oxbridge Applications
Welfare and Safety Guide Whether you are visiting as a guest of One college or attending an event organised by a Third party, the following points will help ensure your welfare and safety at One.
Responsibility Whilst on site you must act responsibly and follow instructions provided by your host or event organiser. You must not tamper with any safety equipment provided and report to your host any Health, Safety or Welfare related concerns. You must stay with your host at all times.
Disabled site users When registering with reception please make them aware of any special access or other requirements you may have. Your identification badges can then be programmed to provide powered door access and lift entrance.
Fire If you see any sign of a fire activate the nearest RED Fire Alarm Break Glass point, normally located on the Fire exit route. In the event of the fire alarm being sounded please follow your host and leave the building immediately via the nearest available fire exit and wait in the Bus drop off area. Your host or event organiser will provide further information and you should not reenter the building until your hosts says it is safe to do so.
In the event of a fire, wheelchair users and others who are unable to descend the stairs unaided should make their way to the refuge points located in the stair well areas to await rescue by Centre staff. CCTV and intercom is available in these areas to alert reception of your location.
Accidents and Incidents
In the event of an accident or illness please report this to your host, event organiser or main reception (0) who will arrange the necessary First Aid and report the incident/accident.
Photographs or Image recording No photographs or other form of image recording will be allowed on site without first obtaining written permission from One Sixth Form College before the event is held, irrespective of the organiser.
Important Information If you have any concerns about safety or the wellbeing of our students, please inform Reception.
Course Costs These are the course materials and associated costs to help you plan for your studies. There may also be costs for non-compulsory trips. The costs below are indicative of our current charges for the Academic Year 2018-19 and may increase moving into the next Academic Year (2019-20).* BTEC and A Level courses in Art & Design, Media & Film, Music & Performing Arts We do not specify any compulsory materials/equipment and we are happy for students to supply their own. However for many of these courses we offer packs which will provide students with sufficient materials for the year at a discounted price. In addition students should budget for trips, visits and where appropriate, expenses for work experience; to gain maximum benefit from their studies. Applied Science BTEC Extended Certificate £20 for educational visits in Year 12 and £25 for educational visits in Year 13 Applied Science BTEC Extended £35 for educational visits in Year 12 and £40 for educational visits in Year 13 Beauty Therapy Level 2 £118 for the Beauty kit, £52 for the uniform (tunic £26; trousers £20; delivery £6), £30 for your work experience placement and £30 (optional) for City & Guilds Textbook Level 2 Beauty Therapy for the Technical Certificate
Beauty Therapy Level 3 £30 for your work experience placement (in Year 13), £26 (optional) for an additional tunic for massage units, £30 for an industry trip, £30 for City & Guilds Textbook: Advanced Technical Diploma in Beauty and Spa Therapy Level 3 Biology A Level £90 for a compulsory 3-day field course. Engineering BTEC Level 3 There will be a fee of £40 in Year 12 to cover a contribution towards the cost of materials and off-site trips. All students will be required to provide their own steel toe-capped boots and overalls. These can be obtained at a discounted rate through One (approximately £36 for the full kit). There is also a fee of £30 in Year 12 and Year 13 for work experience admin charges and Health and Safety checks. Further details of these will be provided upon enrolment. Foundation Learning A contribution towards the cost of cooking will be requested, a maximum of £25 a term. In addition, voluntary contributions are requested for trips. Geography A Level £50 for Educational Visits. Health and Social Care BTEC Level 2 £61 for your work experience placement, DBS check, first aid training, manual handling awareness course and polo shirt. If you progress onto Level 3 BTEC Health and Social Care, a further £30 work experience fee is required.
Health and Social Care BTEC Level 3 £91 for your work experience placement, DBS check and first aid training, manual handling awareness course and a work experience polo shirt. IMI Level 2 and Level 3 Motor Vehicle £30 work experience and students must source their own steel toe-capped safety boots and overalls. IT Level 3 BTEC Extended £30 work experience (optional). Maths A Level and Further Maths A Level Due to the specification requirements, students are expected to use a Casio FX 991-EX Classwiz calculator. Photography Students will be asked to contribute to the cost of resources and colour printing. Art packs to provide sufficient files, portfolios, mount boards and an 8Gb Memory Stick for the year will be available at cost price, we aim to keep this below £40. To gain maximum benefit from this course students should budget for the purchase of a digital camera, further information can be found on the course information sheet.
Sport Extended Certificate We recommend the purchase of the full kit as we will be out in all weather (approximately £120), however the minimum requirement is the One Polo shirt. Sport BTEC Level 3 Year 12 We recommend the purchase of the full kit as we will be out in all weather, this is approximately £120 and is the uniform for the course. The minimum requirement is the One polo shirt and students may wear their own dark sports trousers or shorts.
Sport BTEC Level 3 Year 13 A minimum payment of £30 is required for work experience, however, if a work experience placement requires a DBS check then an additional fee of £44 is required. Our work experience co-ordinator will guide you through securing your placement.
*All course cost information is correct at time of print and reflects the costs from the 2018-19 academic year and therefore may be subject to change.
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