High School & Sixth FormRastrick

Top Performing Sixth Form in Calderdale

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 MurphyPost 16 Achievement Leader

WelcomeChallenge, Support, Achieve

“Our greatest glory is not in

never failing, but rising every time

we fall.”

Confucius

We deliver enriching experiences, bespoke support and excellent teaching, ensuring our students reach their academic potential.

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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.

Our pathways model aims to direct you to combinations of subjects 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.

Some of the most popular A Level pathways include:• Scientific Pathway• Engineering Pathway

• Teacher Training Pathway• Business and Economics Pathway• Performing and Visual Arts Pathway• Design Technology and Arts Pathway• Sports Pathway

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• Hospitality• Sport

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.

Academic PathwaysWe 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.

Engineering Pathway

Scientific Pathway

Teacher Training Pathway

Business & Economics Pathway

DesignTechnology & Arts Pathway

Sports Pathway

Option A Option B Option C Option D Option E

English Language

Philosophy & Ethics

Physics

Product Design

Music Technology

Art & Design – Textiles

Biology

English Literature

ICT

Computer Science

Drama

History

Maths

PE

Art & Design – Textiles

Art & Design - Photography

Geography

ICT

Maths

Sociology

French/Spanish

Art & Design – Art

Economics

Chemistry

Music

Psychology

Vocational Subjects

Science Sport

Health & Social Care

Business

Science

Hospitality

Sport

Business

The option blocks are subject to change based on the demand for individual subjects and on the demand for different combinations of courses.

Our Option Blocks

Entry Criteria Pathway Description Next Steps

A

A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at A*- C in at least 4 curriculum areas.These must include a Grade C in both GCSE English Language and Maths.

3 A Level courses+ Supported study+ Work experience+ Extended Project+ Enrichment

Degree courses

Apprenticeships

Employment

B

An average of Grade A at GCSE.These must include either English Language or Maths at grade C or above.

4 A Level Courses+ Supported study+ Work experience+ Enrichment

C

A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at A*- C or equivalent (merit or above in one GCSE equivalent course can contribute) in at least 4 curriculum areas. These should include a Grade C in both GCSE English Language and Maths.

3 courses which may be AS and/or Subsidiary Diploma/Diploma+ Supported study+ Work experience+ Enrichment

Students on route C will be advised on the best combination of A Level and/or Vocational qualifications.

Some GCSE subjects will require a Grade B or above.

Advanced Level 3

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.

• 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.

OpportunitiesWe understand that universities and employers look beyond academic success and we will give you opportunities to develop skills outside of the classroom setting.

“Students are good role models”

Ofsted 2015

“Take the lead in organising enrichment”Ofsted 2015

Individual SupportOur 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.

University VisitsWe 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.

Enhancement Programme for More Able StudentsIn 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 SupportYoung people aged 16-19 years old,

who need support to help them stay in

education, can apply for the 16-19 Bursary

Fund.

More information can be obtained from

our website and also at

www.direct.gov.uk/16-19bursary

Support

“Students maximise their opportunities to move onto higher education”

Ofsted 2015

Be Experimental

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

• All weather pitch and fitness equipment

• Art and Design rooms with state of the art equipment

Environment for LearningWe have modern, specialist facilities to support your learning.

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If you are interested in studying at Rastrick Sixth Form, please follow these easy steps:

1. Complete the online application formThis will be live on our website on Friday 6 November 2015.

Your Careers/Connexions advisor or Form Tutor will help you to complete this application successfully.

Your application must be received by Friday 29 January 2016.

2. Admissions InterviewAll applicants who meet the application deadline are guaranteed an admissions interview which will be held at Rastrick Sixth Form.

Interviews will be held in February 2016.

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.

3. Offer of a PlaceProviding 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. EnrolmentStudent enrolment will take place on the following dates Friday 26 August, Tuesday 30 August, Wednesday 31 August and Thursday 1st September 2016.

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, which is 25 August 2016.

For further enquiries about admissions or particular courses, please contact one of the Sixth Form team using the contact details below:

e: sixthform@rastrick.calderdale.sch.ukt: 01484 406384www.rastrick.calderdale.sch.uk

Field Top Road, Rastrick, BrighouseWest 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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