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Artwork to be displayed at the Annual Exhibition of British Artists in London
Artwork from a Blackpool Sixth student is set to be displayed at the prestigious Annual Exhibition of British Artists at the...
Music students return from tour of Paris
47 students and 7 staff have returned from an incredible 5 day music tour of Paris
Students take part in archaeological excavation in Thornton
Six Classical Civilisation students have unearthed some remains from the Bronze Age.
Hero Enterprise Awards success for Blackpool Sixth
Blackpool Sixth students won a fantastic four awards at the Hero Awards 2010 last night which recognises young persons’...
Blackpool Sixth celebrates its 21st birthday with a new brand and a new phase of building
Our 21st Birthday event included the launch of our new brand identity and an announcement that the third phase of its building...Announcements
A level Results Day
19th August
A2 Enrolment
19th August - 20th August
GCSE Results Day
24th August
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the timetable like for a typical day?
A typical day starts at 8.45am and finishes at 3.55pm, except on a Thursday when the day ends at 4.10pm. Lessons last for 70 minutes, you could have up to 5 lessons during the day. However, you will be allocated study periods on your timetable for independent learning. This makes for a varied and personalised timetable. Wednesday afternoons are set aside for enrichment and other activities with very few timetabled lessons.
Do different courses have different entry requirements?
The College has an overall minimum entry requirement; this depends upon the type of programme you choose to study. There are some specific requirements to gain entry on tho some of our courses, details of these can be found with the information for each department.
Do I have to have taken a subject at GCSE to study it at A level?
Not necessarily as there are a greater number of subjects available for you to study at A level. Many of these subjects you will never have studied before. If you wish to continue studying a subject you have studied at GCSE you must have passed it with at least a grade C. See the information under “Specific Requirements” for individual courses for more information.
What is the interview like?
Once you have applied you will have an interview. This is really an informal chat to discuss you choice of subjects and will often be with a small group of other applicants, usually from your school. One to one interviews can be arranged by contacting the School Liaison Team.
What does the offer of a place mean?
After we have interviewed you, we are usually able to offer you a place. This offer will be conditional and will depend on whether you achieve the grades required.
Can I change the subjects I have applied for?
You can change the subjects you have applied for at any time before enrolment day. You will be given plenty of opportunity to gather information during your final year, through presentations in school, Open Evenings, interviews and the Pre-Sixth Form Conference, as well as from the website and prospectus.
What kinds of recreational activities does the College offer?
The College has a wide range of recreational activities aimed at enriching your programme of study.
Transport - Do we get bus passes if we live quite far away?
Yes, there are reduced price bus passes available to those who live beyond three miles from the College.
Is it true that I can get money to help me stay in education after 16?
Many of our students receive the Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA) which helps cover costs such as transport, books and other resources.
What support is there for additional needs?
We have a large and very friendly Additional Support Team who are experienced at assisting you with any needs which may affect your learning. You can also contact the Head of Additional Support Ann Lloyd at learnalert@blackpoolsixth.ac.uk
