Whilst many of our students go on to universities all over the country, our partnership with Bloomberg and the Career Ready programme has also enabled students to secure prestigious apprenticeship placements.

We are delighted that 100% of our Year 13 cohort achieved at least 3 A Levels or equivalent qualifications in 2019, and twice as many students secured places at Russell Group Universities than the previous year. Over 1/5 of students achieved all As or equivalent grades in 2019, and over 2/3 achieved all *A-Cs.

One of the top reasons that our students give for choosing to come to our sixth form is the quality of our pastoral care, guidance and support structure from our sixth form team. Daily seminar time with academic tutors and small class sizes mean that students are extremely well supported by staff that know them personally.

Students at Petchey are encouraged to enhance their academic qualifications and employability through a wide variety of extra-curricular opportunities including volunteering, mentoring, work experience, and GPR courses. We are particularly proud of our Bloomberg Robotics and Medical Enhanced programmes which offer tailored support for students wishing to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, maths and medical science.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Clare Borrill, Principal

Welcome from the Principal

At The Petchey Academy Sixth Form our aim is for every student to realise their potential, to be well prepared for success on whichever career or academic pathway they decide to follow, and who contribute positively to the community of Dalston, Hackney and beyond.

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Clare Borrill, Principal

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“I have worked with Sixth Form students every year since its inception in 2011, and have a lot of experience in supporting students to be successful in their studies, and more broadly through leading our links with Bloomberg and Career Ready.”

“I am passionate about continuing to stretch and challenge students to enable them to achieve their very best possible outcome through high quality teaching and well supported staff and students.”

“In my role I get to see our students every day which gives me the opportunity to get to know all of our students as individuals which I thoroughly enjoy. I provide administrative support to both the Sixth Form team and students.”

Meet The Sixth Form team

David Nash, Assistant Vice Principal, Director of Sixth Form

Muhammad Hussain , Assistant Sixth Form Lead & responsible for pastoral support

David Nash, Assistant Director of Sixth Form, responsible for learning & teaching

Maxine Carpenter , Sixth Form Administrator & Receptionist

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We are hugely passionate about supporting and inspiring every student to realise their full potential.

Our goals are to ensure that every student becomes:

1. Independent and accomplished

2. Happy and healthy

3. Leaders of the community (both within and beyond the academy)

4. Career and university ready

“The best part of my job is seeing our students receiving offers from their university or apprenticeship of choice, and welcoming our alumni when they come back to share their success with us. I also co-ordinate the Career Ready Programme which connects employers with students providing mentors, internships and masterclasses that prepare them for the world of work.”

Sixth Form students at Petchey are ambassadors for the whole school, regularly collaborating with younger students on projects, demonstrations and even providing peer to peer mentoring.

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Supporting you to become the best version of yourself

Daily seminar time in small groups

…means that the academic tutors are able to take a personal interest in helping students to achieve their goals and aspirations.

Every student receives Personal Statement mentoring through our weekly Career and University Ready sessions to support their university application and CV writing skills, and we provide support and preparation for BMAT and UKCAT interviews.

Student Leadership GroupSixth formers are encouraged to take on prestigious positions such as Student Principal, Charitable Events Manager and Chair of the Student Well-Being and Teaching & Learning committees. By acting as strong role models to the lower years through peer mentoring and coordinating the Student Council, students learn vital skills of leadership and organisation that are valuable in life and attractive to employers and higher education establishments.

We are committed to supporting our students to be fulfilled, happy and healthy, both in body and in mind.

Sixth Formers have their own cafeteria serving great coffee, snacks and a healthy lunch every day, and all students have access to our fully equipped gym and spin studio completely free.

In 2018 The Petchey Academy was awarded awarded the national quality award for our careers education, information, advice and guidance provision.

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Our well established partnership with Bloomberg provides a host of exciting opportunities for students including an introduction to programming, TV production and presenting, career readiness, career advice and mentoring from professionals. Several students each year go on to secure prestigious apprenticeship placements.

Preparing you for your future – whichever path you choose

The choice of 4 different pathways in our sixth form mean that you can choose the one that’s right for you, wherever you see yourself after your 2 years with us. While many students may apply for the same course or position, it’s your unique skills and experiences that make you stand out from the crowd when you apply. We offer students a wide range of opportunities to enhance their employability from mentoring to interview skills training.

All Year 11 students who attend The Petchey Academy will be interviewed by a member of the Leadership Group and made a conditional offer based upon their predicted grades.

Students from other schools are extremely welcome at our sixth form and do not need to live in Hackney to join us.

To apply to our sixth form simply visit our website and complete the online application form:www.petcheyacademy.org.uk/Sixth-Form

Our choice of 4 different pathways gives you the flexibility to tailor your sixth form studies to support your own career goals.

Welcome from the PrincipalAlongside a broad and challenging range of A Level subjects including Sciences, Maths, Languages, Arts and Humanities, we also offer Cambridge Pre-U in Geography and Global Perspectives & Research (GPR), and BTEC qualifications in Health and Social Care, Sport and Exercise Science, Business and Computing. Students have the opportunity to combine A Levels & Pre U with BTEC subjects to create a broader range of qualifications.

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How to apply to join our Sixth Form

Admissions criteria

Pathways Courses Requirements

1 3 A Level or Pre-U subjects + GPR or 3 subjects if one is Further Maths

8 x 5+ grades including English and Maths, with grade 6 in the subjects you wish to study

2 2 A Levels + GPR

3 Combine 1 A Level, 1 BTEC & GPR or 2 A Levels +1 BTEC (subsidiary) or 2 BTECs + 1 A Level

6 or more 9-5 grades including English and Maths.

4 Extended Diploma BTEC (equivalent to 3 A Levels), including one day a week industry work experience

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Key Dates 2019/20

Get in touchIf you have any questions, would like to find out more or book a tour please visit

www.petcheyacademy.org.uk/SixthForm

call: 0207 275 1568

email: sixthform@petcheyacademy.org.uk

follow us on Instagram @petchey6thform

I stayed at Petchey Sixth Form because I wanted to make the most of the atmosphere, the support and the amazing career opportunities available.

Fauziah, current Year 13 student who achieved 13 grades 7-9 in her GCSEs

3rd Dec 2019 Option blocks available on our website

15th Jan 2020

“How to make yourself stand out from the crowd” & Meet the Sixth Form TeamAnother chance to meet our tutors, chat to current students and hear about all the ways we support our students to be successful in whichever field or career they decide to pursue. All welcome.

14th Feb 2020 Interviews for all internal students.

18th March 2020

Sixth Form Networking Evening & interviews for external applicants, from 5pm

Another chance to meet our tutors and chat to current students. All welcome.

27th March Conditional offers sent out

3rd AprilTaster Day for all potential students- The day will include fun taster lessons and if you have any final decisions to make about your course choices this is the perfect time to seek further guidance

20th August

GCSE results day- Students will be expected to be available to attend interviews either on or immediately after results day- You will need to bring proof of your exam results, identification, and a reference- If you meet all the entry requirements we will offer you an unconditional place- Course choices and extra-curricular/enrichment options will be finalised

A unique feature of Cambridge Global Perspectives is the dedicated Online Learning area.

Welcome from the PrincipalGlobal Perspectives and Research is a really exciting course designed to develop crucial independent learning skills that will help to prepare you for university through exploring topical global issues and events.

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Global Perspectives and Research

Online Learning

GPR is an excellent alternative to Critical Thinking, General Studies and the Extended Project, and is very attractive to universities looking for students who can evidence independent, critical thinking. It enthuses learners by offering the opportunity for open debate and research on their own topic.

In year 12 students complete one essay and presentation on a global issue of their choice (75%) and one exam based on analysing two unseen news articles (25%).

Students are required to write one 5,000 word essay or report on any topic of their choice e.g. students wanting to study medicine can choose to write a medical report and students wanting to study humanities can write an essay.

Students will be guided by a teaching mentor who will support them in writing at undergraduate level.

In 2017 72% of our Year 13 students secured their place at university with their GPR/IRR grades.

Year 12 (GPR – Global Perspective Research)

Year 13 (IRR – Independent Research Report)

• Chantel Singh

achieved 3 As in Biology, Chemistry and Maths A Level and is now at Manchester University studying Biomedical Science.

• Martin Vu

achieved a triple distinction in Computer Science BTEC to secure his place at Queen Mary’s University to study Games Design.

• Tanvir Ahmed

got A* in Maths plus As in Further Maths and Physics – now studying Maths at Warwick University.

• Aaqil Patel

being congratulated here by Mr Hussain, now studying Aeronautical Engineering at Glasgow University.

• Asif Chowdhury and Abid Kalam

both got outstanding D*D*D* in Business BTEC and are now both at QMU.

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Petchey Alumni Spotlight

Jordan Glanfield

Left Petchey in 2016. Currently studying Computing at Imperial College London

A Levels Physics – AComputing – A*Maths – A*Further Maths – A*

I chose Petchey Sixth Form because of the positive relationship I had built with my teachers and tutors. I knew that they would continue to be there to support me, whether they continued to be my teachers or not. Additionally, the small class sizes compared to that of colleges meant that the lessons would have a personal touch, and I wouldn’t be just another name on a register.

Victoria Ayodeji

Left Petchey in 2017. Currently studying Geography at Cambridge University

Pre-U Geography - D2Economics - D2

A LevelChemistry - CGPR: D2

Thank you very much for all your support whilst I was at school as I know that your assistance was a key driving factor that led me to be able to attend Cambridge University.

Star performers of 2019

Sarah Henessey

Currently working at Bloomberg following a successful apprenticeship

A Level English Language BPE BGPR: M3

Seize every opportunity that comes your way because you never know what door it may open. I never wanted to work in TV, but now I can’t imagine doing anything else. I plan to stay here as long as possible.

Our Enhanced Medical programme includes expert mentoring, work experience in surgeries and hospitals, partnerships with leading universities and healthcare providers. Weekly seminars from GPs and clinicians which provide invaluable insight in to careers in the fields of medicine and research.

We also have close links to major teaching hospitals such as the University of Westminster and UCL, and provide tailored mentoring to get future medics through those all important BMAT and UKCAT interviews. Links with top research

universities provide students with university taster days and access to summer schools.

Welcome from the Principal

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Building the foundations for a career in medical sciences and STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths)

Students wanting to pursue a career in the fields of medical science or STEM subjects are extremely well catered for in our Sixth Form.

The Andrew Barrett fund gives additional opportunities for students to apply for sponsorship. Petchey students have used the fund for work experience trips overseas to places like Africa and the Caribbean to work alongside healthcare professionals with Gap Medics, the world’s leading provider of international clinical work experience placements. Even if you’re not planning to pursue a career in medical science or STEM, the Enhanced Medical programme provides enormous opportunities that will support studies in any discipline.

• Over 60% of our A-Level maths students achieved A* - B grades in 2019

• Performance in the Sciences was strong with over 60% of entries across all three sciences at Grade A*- C.

• 74% of students studying Health and Social Care achieved D*D*D* - DDM with progression into midwifery and nursing.

Alongside a programme of career support, work experience and mentoring, our partners at Bloomberg sponsor our annual First Robotics Challenge which pitches teams from around the world against each other to design, build and market a robot. The Robotics team from Petchey Sixth Form went to New York in 2018 to compete, coming third overall.

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One of the things I really loved about the school was all the opportunities for growth, personal development and experience that it brought to us - whether that be from participating in Student Council or building a robot to compete with teams from around the world in a New York based competition. These were amazing things that few schools are able to provide, and I’m really thankful for them, as well as the constant encouragement I received from teachers and staff.

Jordan Glanfield, former student