The Sixth Form Experience
Our Sixth Form offers a rich curriculum diet with a course to suit everyone, ranging from traditional A level combinations to a range of BTEC vocational qualifications. We have an excellent record of success, underpinned by high expectations of all our students who are supported and encouraged by a strong team of experienced Sixth Form teachers. Working together, we aim to ensure all our students achieve individual success, fulfill their potential and are fully equipped for life after the Sixth Form whether their pathway is to higher education, further education, training or employment.
Guided Study
The Sixth Form offers the opportunity for independence and responsibility for learning through its guided study time, including research based assignment work, which supports the work done in lessons. Students have the opportunity to participate in a residential revision experience prior to their summer exams. Facilities such as the Sixth Form computer room and the Common Room, along with access to the library and study rooms, provide places where students can manage their independent study time.
Personal Development
The Sixth Form also offers a wealth of opportunities to develop personal skills. Students may choose to carry out community projects, take first aid courses or join sports-related activities.
Students can be be part of the Sixth Form Committee and be part of the development of the Sixth Form and it’s Extra Curricular activities. They can get involved in running a business through Young Enterprise, supporting younger students in school or in middle schools or through charity work. A significant number of students continue their Duke of Edinburgh Award with many working towards the Gold award through expeditions and residentials.
Sixth Form Ethos
The Sixth Form ethos is a celebration of being a part of, and yet different from, the rest of the school. This is reflected in Sixth Formers having their own area and smaller teaching groups, while also contributing to the day-to-day life of the school through the part they play in our system of vertical tutor groups.
The Head Student team, elected by Sixth Formers, provides a student voice in the school and plays an active part in its development.
Social opportunities are an important part of Sixth Form life and one of the highlights of the year is the dress-to-impress Sixth Form Ball. Social events and curriculum-related visits such as field trips, theatre trips and European study experiences are just some of the activities which characterise the Sixth Form experience.
We encourage all students at The Radcliffe School to continue their studies through to Sixth Form level and we welcome external applications.
The Curriculum
Students can follow a 1, 2 or 3 year programme of study to meet their individual progression requirements. Up to 5 subjects can be studied. BTEC National Certificate and Diploma level qualifications are available running alongside Advanced level AS and A2 courses. GCSE retakes are also available for English and Maths.
The range of subjects available are reviewed each year to ensure we meet the demand and the needs of the students.
Subjects available from September 2010 include:
Business Studies
Business encompasses a broad range of fields, including human resource management, finance, law, marketing, eBusiness and administration. Edexcel’s Level 3 BTEC National Awards, Certificates and Diplomas in Business can provide a springboard to a university degree or Foundation Degree in an appropriate vocational discipline, to BTEC HNCs and HNDs, or to employment.
Level Three
http://www.edexcel.com/migrationdocuments/BTEC%20Nationals/BTECNat_Business_studentguide_10162.pdf
http://www.edexcel.com/migrationdocuments/BTEC%20Nationals/BTECNat_Business_studentguide_10164.pdf
http://www.edexcel.com/migrationdocuments/BTEC%20Nationals/BTECNat_Business_studentguide_10165.pdf
Level Two
http://www.edexcel.com/migrationdocuments/BTEC%20Firsts/BTECFirst_Business_studentguide_10047.pdf
Travel and Tourism leaflets from BTEC website
http://www.edexcel.com/migrationdocuments/BTEC%20Nationals/BTECNat_Travel_studentguide_10347.pdf
http://www.edexcel.com/migrationdocuments/BTEC%20Firsts/BTECFirst_Travel_studentguide_10098.pdf
Partnership arrangements are in place with several other Milton Keynes Secondary Schools to ensure a wide range of courses are available for all students. All students also participate in Personal, Social and Health Education as well as our popular and successful Enrichment Programme.