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Four Students recieve offers from Oxford and Cambridge
Four students have had confirmation of offers to study at the universities of Oxford and Cambridge in 2012.
Blackpool Sixth students get a future career boost through new workplace mentors
Blackpool Sixth students will get a unique boost to their future careers over the next eighteen months as they are paired up...
13 Blackpool Sixth students achieve national Maths success
13 students from Blackpool Sixth have achieved success in the national Mathematics Senior Challenge with five students...Announcements
Course Advice Evening
29th February 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Return to the Forbidden Planet
6th March 7.00pm - 10.00pm
Return to the Forbidden Planet
7th March 7.30pm - 10.00pm
Mission Statement
Inspiring learning, developing mind and character, building your future.
Inspiring Learning
Choice
The Sixth Form offers an exceptionally wide range of courses. From Art to Travel and Tourism, there is something for everyone. Well known for our excellent A level courses and outstanding results, we offer more than 35 different A level courses, available in almost any combination. There’s also the Advanced Applied programme with 18 different options, offering a perfect mixture of subject knowledge and “hands-on” learning.
First Class Facilities
The Sixth Form boasts first class facilities and state-of-the-art, professional standard equipment in areas such as Art, Music Technology, Science and ICT. All computers in the college are the latest Apple Macs.There are two learning resource areas equipped with the latest computers, a large sports hall and gym, two restaurants, a Starbucks coffee shop, social areas and a Student Services Centre. In September 2009, we opened a brand new area of the Sixth Form, including “The Frame”, a fantastic new home for our department of Visual Arts and Media.
Specialist Teaching
All our teaching staff are highly qualified specialists who are experts in teaching 16 to 19 year olds. They treat you as individuals and give you all the support you need to reach your full potential. Many of our staff are also examiners for their subjects and this helps them make sure that you are excellently prepared for your exams.
Developing Mind and Character
Support
Moving from High School to Sixth Form means new freedom and independence. We will develop your skills to manage your learning, plan your time and find your own solutions. This is an ideal preparation for University and the world of work. We always ensure that you are well supported in your studies and other aspects of your life in Sixth Form. You will have a Personal Tutor who will guide you through your first year with us and provide specialist advice when you need to select the next stage in your career.
There are also a range of other support staff who can provide you with a listening ear and expert advice and guidance. They include Careers Staff, Learning Mentors, Counsellors and Student Services Advisors. Our Additional Support team provide individual assistance for any students who require help with any learning or medical need.
Personal development
We offer a huge range of over 70 enrichment activities including team and individual sports, an exciting outdoor pursuits programme and, for the adventurous, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme. There are also bands, languages, photography, the Debating Society, community service and work experience options. There are opportunities to travel abroad on Ski Trips, Music Tours and projects in countries as far away as the US and Turkey. Whatever your interests, you will find our Sixth Form a friendly and fun environment. Your days here will provide you with enough great memories for a lifetime.
Building your future
The Blackpool Sixth Form College students are SUCCESSFUL students! The A level pass rate of 98% in 2010is above the national average and many of our students achieve a string of top level passes. Every year a number of students progress to Oxford and Cambridge and in 2010 around 90% of students will progress to University and other Higher Education courses. The rest will find good career opportunities with further training.
Our Values:
These are the values which underlie everything we do as a College:
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Respect - for ourselves, for others, for the environment
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Excellence and High Aspirations - being the best we can be, by striving to be more
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Support - helping everyone to succeed
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Inclusion - valuing everyone equally and striving to overcome any barriers to success
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Integrity - acting according to our values and promises
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Global Citizenship - being active in improving our world and broadening horizons
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Enthusiasm - learning because we love to learn, teaching because we love to teach
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