help Year 12 students manage the transition from
GCSE to A-Level effectively and ensure they are
starting on the right note with their personal study
from the outset. It provides a silent, office
environment to work in without interruption
supervised by a member of staff. At the beginning
of the term, Year 12 students are mandatorily
registered for three study periods weekly, but as
the term progresses their time spent in study is
reviewed depending on individual progress.
smaller tutor groups. This helps 6th Form students
to prepare for university life, by learning how to
study independently and use time effectively.
Experienced and committed tutors will help
students with every aspect of their development,
both pastoral and academic. Form time is spent
discussing current affairs, study skills, higher
education research and talking to the form teacher
about any issues arising from their studies. The
daily contact between students and tutors ensures
close communication and attention to their learning
needs at all times.
seen behaviour with regard to
relationships between students
and with staff anywhere else -
can see why people are
attracted to come here."