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Prospectus for the successful Highgate Wood School Sixth Form in Crouch End, London. For entry in Sept 2015

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Page 1: Highgate Wood School Sixth Form Prospectus
Page 2: Highgate Wood School Sixth Form Prospectus

KEY DATES

Application for 2015/16 Year 12 places starts on:

Monday 17th November 2014

6th Form Open Evening and meeting for students and families:

Wednesday 26th November from 5:00 to 8:00 pm

Deadline for 1st round of applications:

Wednesday 14th January 2015

Interviews will begin in the week commencing 19th January 2015

All applicants will be interviewed by either

Mr Charlesworth - Head of Sixth Form

Mr Cozier - Head Teacher

Ms Christodoulou - Deputy Head Teacher

Mr Hewitt - Deputy Head Teacher

Nov 2014

Dec 2014

Jan 2015

Feb 2015

Sept 2015

March 2015

April 2015

May 2015

June 2015

July 2015

Aug 2015

Open Evening

Applications deadline

Revision period

GCSE results day

6th form enrolment

6th form learning begins

Examination season

6th form Interviews begin

Applications open

Highgate Wood School Sixth Form

Montenotte Road

London N8 8RN

Tel: 0208 342 7970

Email: [email protected]

www.hws.uk.com

Twitter.com/highgate wood

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Making a positive difference

to students’ achievements

and experiences, maintaining

the highest expectations and

inspiring self belief

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Highgate Wood School is certainly a fantastic

place, with great staff and amazing students.

We have played a part in the education of

some very remarkable individuals. From

Robert Peston, the BBC’s business editor who

played a key role in breaking the banking crisis

story, to Gary McKinnon, allegedly the biggest

military computer hacker of all time, and from

the actress Scarlett Johnson, currently starring

in Pramface, and Anna Shaffer in Hollyoaks, to

former England footballer Laurie Cunningham,

fashion designer Oswald Boateng, DJ Judge

Jules, music producer and composer Mat Zo

and the singer Sonique.

The Evening Standard declared Highgate Wood

School among the “six of the best London

comprehensives” because of our alumni’s

successes and we continue to support

extraordinary people and impressive

achievements.

In summer 2014 our Sixth Form maintained its

seven year trend of increasing success and

improved performance with 83% of all courses

examined achieving a grade at A* to C, with

more than half of those taking the top A* - B

grades. This matches our excellent results from

last year and builds on our previous records:

79% in 2012, 78% in 2011 and 71% in 2010.

INTRODUCTION

“Highgate Wood is great, it’s fantastic.

It’s got a wonderful atmosphere — it’s

really hugely impressive”

Rt Hon Nick Clegg June 2013

Highgate Wood students are now taking

degrees in a wide range of disciplines from

History, Politics, Economics, Maths and

English to Biochemistry, Zoology, Psychology

and Chemical Engineering, and are studying

in universities across the country, including

Cambridge, UCL, East Anglia, Sussex,

Manchester, Sheffield, Leeds, Bristol and

Birmingham.

Head Teacher Patrick Cozier, is very pleased

with the results from the perspective of the

school, but equally delighted by what this

means for the individuals concerned, with

“the wide range of degree options students

look forward to promises challenging and

exciting futures. We are certainly proud of

them all and wish them well.”

Head of Sixth Form Nick Charlesworth knows

the stories behind this success and the efforts

that were involved. “Students and staff

worked incredibly hard for these results and

it is nice to see such hard work rewarded. The

large number of success stories is a real

inspiration to the whole school.“

The Sixth Form helped me grow in self-

confidence and achieve my best.

Page 5: Highgate Wood School Sixth Form Prospectus

ABOUT US

Choosing where and what to study after Year

11 is probably the most important decision

you’ve ever had to make. It’s a choice that will

not only shape the next two years but could

influence the course of your whole life.

You will be studying subjects you enjoy in a

completely different way to GCSE, whilst

developing as a person and deciding where

your next steps should take you. You’ll discover

new freedoms, new responsibilities and a

world of choices and opportunities. You will be

challenging yourself as an individual, gain new

independence and get to know who you really

are.

Some of our students will aspire to study

medicine or law, apply to Oxbridge or one of

the elite Russell Group universities. Others will

be considering a swifter entry into the world of

work, or possibly a gap year before taking on

the degree course of their choice. Whatever

your aspiration or dream, we will be there to

help, support and guide you.

"Students’ good achievement is secured

through an appropriately diverse curriculum

offer and they are well prepared for the next

stage of their lives. Sixth Form students

speak highly of the provision and are

empowered to develop as increasingly

independent learners."

Ofsted Nov 2011

Highgate Wood School Sixth Form has an

experienced team of personal tutors. The

tutor team includes Heads of Subject from

across the school - English, Maths, Science,

Social Sciences, History, Media Studies, Art

and Economics - who work with students in

mixed tutor groups, supporting them from the

beginning of their courses, through to their

final examinations and their applications to

university. The Head of Sixth Form also

manages an additional support programme for

Oxbridge, Medicine and Law applicants.

As well as the Head of Sixth Form and the

tutor team, students are supported by two

Deputy Heads of Sixth Form: Sam Birnie, and

Tom Pateman, a 6th form extra-curricular co-

ordinator, Maria McGurk and a Sixth Form

Manager, Barbara Lewis.

Due to the success of our students, and the

effectiveness of our provision, Highgate Wood

School Sixth Form has steadily grown over the

years, attracting more and more students

from other schools as well as those for whom

Highgate Wood is already very familiar. There

are currently 264 students in the Highgate

Wood School Sixth Form.

Smaller classes and good teachers help

you to understand, learn and improve.

Page 6: Highgate Wood School Sixth Form Prospectus

Starting in September 2015, the current system

of A Levels will begin to undergo radical

change, with the government replacing the AS/

A2 system which has been in existence since

2000. To complicate matters there will be a

period of up to three years when candidates

will take new A Levels in some subjects and old

A Levels in other subjects.

Given that some of the new A Level subject

specifications for teaching in September 2015

are only now being made available and the

new specifications for the other A Level

subjects (to be taught from September 2016 or

September 2017) will not be published for

some time it is too early for us to make a final

decision about the structures we will adopt. In

common with other schools and colleges we

are still considering different options.

At the time of publication, it is very likely that

for the first year of the new A Levels we will

maintain our existing system so most of our

students will study four subjects in Year 12 and

will take AS examinations in all four, regardless

of whether they are new or old A Level

specifications. Then, in most cases, students

will be expected to drop one subject, having

secured an AS qualification in it, and proceed to

study three subjects in Year 13.

A LEVEL REFORMS

“new exams will be more rigorous and

will provide students with the skills and

knowledge needed for progression to

undergraduate study.”

Michael Gove April 2014

In the first year of the changes the main

impact of the reforms will be the way it will

influence our entry requirements for different

courses, and will also have an impact on the

courses that we will be able to offer in

September 2015.

We fully intend to maintain our existing wide

offer of A Level and Level 3 BTEC courses at

Post 16*, but we also anticipate there will be a

need to offer a range of alternative courses.

Information on these courses, together with

confirmation of changes to existing courses,

will appear on the Highgate Wood School

Sixth Form website as the situation develops.

It is expected that universities will continue to

make offers of places based on three A Levels.

*Provision and availability of courses at Post 16 is

always dependent on the number of applicants who wish to enrol onto the course.

I got the support I needed to help me meet

the challenge of Sixth Form learning .

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Different courses require different entry

qualifications. These requirements are

developed to ensure that you are placed onto

the right course, and onto a pathway where

you will be able to succeed and achieve.

Traditionally students at Highgate

Wood School Sixth Form need to

meet a specific entry

requirement that is based on

their best five A* - C grades at

GCSE, with particular emphasis

on their results in English,

mathematics and also,

frequently, in the specific subject

that they wish to study. With the

advent of the new A Levels we

will also be looking at another

entry requirement. This is based on the

applicants’ best eight GCSE grades.

From September 2015 entry to courses at Post

16 will also be determined by Average Point

Score based on the 8 best results achieved at

GCSE (or GCSE equivalent). For students taking

four A-levels the required APS is 5.6 or over.

POINTS

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

GRADE

A*

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

Which subjects are changing in September 2015?

English Language and Literature

English Language

English Literature

Physics

Chemistry

Biology

History

Psychology

Art and Design

Sociology

Business

Economics

Computing

Mathematics,

Further Mathematics

Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

Ancient Languages

Geography

Religious studies

Design & Technology

Drama

Dance

Music

Physical Education

Which subjects are changing in September 2016?

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Highgate Wood Sixth Form is fully staffed with

specialist teachers for each of our A Level and

other Level 3 subjects.

Courses are timetabled for nine hours per

fortnight and teaching is generally split

between two members of staff. Having two

teachers provides students with a variety of

teaching styles and safeguards continuity

should a teacher be away from school.

All Sixth Form courses provide the opportunity

to continue to completion of the full A Level or

Level 3 qualification. While you probably want

to reduce the number of subjects you follow in

Year 13 we guarantee you will able to continue

with any course that you start and successfully

complete in Year 12.

Students will also have the opportunity to

apply to follow the Extended Project course

during Year 12, leading to an additional

qualification valued especially by Russell Group

Universities and Oxbridge This involves a

demanding piece of research that allows you to

demonstrate some of the higher skills and

capabilities that the top universities are

expecting to see.

OUR CURRICULUM

"The popular Sixth Form enjoys a

positive reputation locally and, through

good leadership and management, it

complements the provision provided in

Years 7 to 11. Some of the most effective

teaching is in the Sixth Form."

Ofsted Nov 2011

Subjects are available in Blocks and it is not

always possible to take the exact choice of

subjects you may wish to. However, we do our

best to ensure that every Sixth Form student

is able to take the subjects that will give them

the best chance of success.

I am glad I took on the Extended Project. It

showed me how far I could go.

A* to C grades up for the seventh year

running to 83% of all exams taken

100% pass rate for all exams taken

A* grades in History, Maths, Further

Maths, Sociology, Psychology, Physics,

Chemistry, Biology, Government &

Politics and Business Studies

Students win university places at Russell

Group Universities including UCL, Bristol,

Manchester, Leeds, Nottingham, Sheffield

and Birmingham

Students overwhelmingly get to their

destinations of choice.

SUMMER 2014 RESULTS HEADLINES

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Solving a problem?...

It’s a great feeling when you finally get it right!

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Great Choices

Our current offer of nearly 30 different

courses means a very wide range of different

combinations to choose from. Picking the

one that’s right for you is an important

decision but it’s very exciting too.

Exciting futures

Our students progress to all kinds of

amazing careers and futures. From media to

science, journalism to medicine, industry to

law... just about anything you can think of

will have an ex-Highgate Wood School Sixth

Former making their contribution.

Engaging prospects

Highgate Wood School Sixth Formers are

enrolled at universities across the country

and beyond. From Cambridge to Keele,

Bournemouth to Birmingham, Sussex to

Sheffield and Oxford to East Anglia our

students are making their first strides on

their future pathways.

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Good advice

In Highgate Wood School Sixth Form we

provide close support and guidance to all

students, helping you to keep track of your

progress. Regular reviews help identify any

issues that might get in the way of your

success ensure you are fulfilling your

potential.

Great atmosphere

Our students often comment on the great

atmosphere within the Sixth Form. Here

“Everyone Matters” is brought to life by an

ethos of genuine caring, consideration,

friendship and mutual support amongst

the senior student body of the school.

Committed teachers

Our success is built on first class teaching

and our reputation allows us to keep on

attracting great staff.

An inspiring teacher can transform a subject

and you’ll find plenty of them here; hugely

talented, highly qualified people who know

their subject inside out and are dedicated to

helping you fulfil your ambitions

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Wide Opportunities

Students in Highgate Wood School Sixth

Form have the opportunity to take part in a

huge range of extra-curricular activities,

from the challenge of the Duke of

Edinburgh Award or travelling to support

Hillcrest in South Africa, to contributing to

the work of the school as councillors and

guides to younger students or as members

of the 6th form football team!

Financial Support

Highgate Wood School, along with all other

schools with Sixth Forms, has been given the

responsibility by government of providing

discretionary bursary payments to some

students. This fund has been designed by

the Government to be available to those

students most in need of financial support in

post-16 education.

Clear Guidance

Our programme of support and advice to

help students decide on the next stage of

their lives has been praised by Ofsted and

by the national press. We are committed

to ensuring all our students are fully

prepared for successful university

application and personal progression.

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HWS Scholars

Some of our students are HWS Scholars,

attending top universities and producing a

2,500 word undergraduate assignment as

part of that programme.

Raising Aspirations

As members of The Brilliant Club, Highgate

Wood School Sixth Form is able to provide

opportunities for students to visit the UK’s

top universities, including Oxford where our

Sixth Formers have attended tutorials with

post-graduates students there.

Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award

We have over 100 students in our Sixth

Form who have signed up to take the Duke

of Edinburgh Silver Award. This is more

than any other school in London!.

The award is recognised by all top

employers and is great to have on your

UCAS university application form.

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Model UN

Highgate Wood School has an enviable

reputation with Model UN, regularly

winning accolades for best delegates and

best overall performance.

Model UN provides students with hugely

valuable experience at public speaking,

debating and carrying an argument - all

skills recognised in business and higher

education.

Hillcrest Trip to South Africa

Highgate Wood Sixth Form has

an established relationship with Hillcrest

AIDS Charity. Every summer students from

the Sixth Form travel to South Africa where

they work with children who have been

affected by HIV/AIDS, teaching them

English, maths, music and sport and also

helping to paint and decorate the school

buildings.

Student Leadership

We have a Student Leadership programme

offering over 30 volunteering opportunities

in the school and local community, including

organising peer mentoring, running

lunchtime clubs, classroom support and

paid duties around the school. These

activities not only help the community, they

also provide the evidence of experience that

is so useful for UCAS and employment

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Malaysia 2014

There’s much more to our successful Sixth Form than just great exam results.

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FACILITIES

Wi-Fi access is enabled for all Sixth Form

students who have access to the BYOD (bring

your own device) network. This allows sixth

form students to connect their smartphones as

well as ipads, tablets and laptops.

A text messaging system is used in the sixth

form to allow tutors and teachers message

students directly to their phones with

important information about courses and

events.

Highgate Wood School sixth form also has a

dedicated admin team to support students

with the requirements for university admission

and to help them with the various enrichment

opportunities that are available. These include

the Step Forward Initiative and the Arcadia

Work Experience Programme which are both

schemes available at Highgate Wood Sixth

Form to help students with their future

employment prospects.

Our Sixth Form is also now part of the Future

First scheme. This programme enables

students to connect with Highgate Wood

School alumni who have already forged

careers for themselves and are enjoying

success in a wide range of professions, from

medicine to construction and from computer

programming to art and design.

Students in the Highgate Wood Sixth Form

enjoy the exclusive use of two purpose-built

spaces. The Sixth Form Common Room is a

social area with freeview television, a Wi-Fi

network, internet-enabled PCs and a vending

machine.

The Sixth Form Study area is accessed using a

Sixth Form smartcard. It is a dedicated post-16

space for private study, equipped with desks,

PCs and the facility to loan laptops for use

within the study area or elsewhere within the

school.

The school Dining Hall is open to Sixth Formers

throughout the school day, and the space is

frequently used by students who wish to study,

as well as to relax and have coffee.

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It is important that all applicants understand

that the capacity of our Sixth Form is

limited. It is restricted by our staffing levels

and our available accommodation. Demand

for places at Highgate Wood School has

never been higher and it may not be

possible to meet the individual subject

preferences of all applicants. Similarly, if

there is insufficient demand for a particular

course, the school reserves the right to

withdraw it.

SUBJECTS The school will provide individual advice

and guidance to all students following the

receipt of applications to join our Sixth

Form and following the publication of GCSE

results.

We are keen to ensure that all our new

students start Year 12 following a

programme of study which reflects their

ability, aptitudes and aspirations. Our well

established points-based admissions

system will help ensure you are on the right

pathway to success.

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ART & DESIGN A-LEVEL

Art and Design is an excellent creative

pathway to a wide range of practical and

academic subjects at degree level.

Many of our students progress to a one year

Foundation Diploma course at university

and then on to creative degree courses and

careers. Others, however, use the

experience of Art & Design to provide a

creative balance to their other subjects.

BIOLOGY A-LEVEL

Biology can be used as a route to many

different university courses, including

biomedical science. It opens up a wide

range of future careers including teaching,

veterinary sciences, biomedical sciences,

pathology, nursing and dentistry.

Biology can supplement Chemistry and

Physics, but also works well with studying

other subjects such as History or English.

BUSINESS BTECH Level 3

Business BTEC is a useful qualification for

those who have an active interest in

business or enterprise and might wish to

pursue a career or a degree course in

business administration, finance, banking,

marketing or business management.

This course allows students to achieve

either a Diploma in Business (equivalent to

2 A Levels) or an Extended Diploma

(equivalent to 3 A Levels).

CHEMISTRY A-LEVEL

Chemistry A Level is a requirement of

most science degrees and also provides

the springboard qualification for numerous

careers.

As well as medical and veterinary science,

major employers of chemists include

pharmaceutical, agrochemical and oil

companies, as well as the makers of

detergents, paints, dyes and cosmetics.

DRAMA & THEATRE STUDIES A-LEVEL

Drama A Level helps you develop both

your analytical and creative skills.

You will need to demonstrate commitment

and vision in your practise and rehearsal as

will as develop high standards of oral and

written communication. These, coupled

with the broader skills of performance are

highly valued in Higher Education and a

wide range of careers.

Please visit the Highgate Wood School Sixth Form website at www.hws.uk.com to get updates on courses

available and the entry requirements. New A Level syllabus Old A Level syllabus Vocational qualification

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ECONOMICS A-LEVEL

Economics is a challenging A Level and

demands the ability to write essays,

analyse information, manipulate numerical

data, understand graphs and basic algebra.

It combines well with virtually any subject,

but especially Mathematics, Government &

Politics and History. Together with

developing your understanding of the world

Economics A Level is a highly valued

academic qualification.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE A-LEVEL

English Language A Level explores how

language works: its structure and

function; its development and variation.

There will be opportunities to produce

original work and develop your writing

ability, as well as studying the use of

language by others.

An English qualification can lead to many

career opportunities, including journalism,

advertising, teaching and publishing.

ENGLISH LITERATURE A-LEVEL

English Literature offers the opportunity

to experience a wide range of different

literary texts and will develop your aesthetic

sensibilities and communication skills as

well as your cultural and critical awareness.

English Literature is a popular course for

those thinking of a career in law, politics,

journalism, publishing or the creative arts.

FRENCH A-LEVEL

French is both the study of the language

and an exploration of the culture, history

and geography of French speaking

countries.

With the influence of Europe in all our lives

it is becoming more and more important to

be able to communicate in more that one

language. An A Level inFrench is recognised

as an asset in any profession.

FURTHER MATHS A-LEVEL

Further Mathematics is an extension

course for the most able and enthusiastic

mathematicians. It is suited to those who

have a genuine interest in the subject and a

real passion for problem solving.

Further Mathematics is a good introduction

for later study of Computer Science,

Engineering, Meteorology or Pure Maths.

Please visit the Highgate Wood School Sixth Form website at www.hws.uk.com to get updates on courses

available and the entry requirements. New A Level syllabus Old A Level syllabus Vocational qualification

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GEOGRAPHY A-LEVEL

Geography provides a unique view of the

world. It is the only subject that looks at

how all the elements of the earth interact

and interconnect.

Because Geography requires team work and

individual work, mathematical skill and

writing talent, Geographers are very

employable in everything from finance and

marketing, to environmental consulting and

town planning

GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS A-LEVEL

Government and Politics A Level helps

you understand the world in which we

live and provides many opportunities for

discussion and debate. The subject

compliments other A Level subjects such as

History and Philosophy extremely well and

is useful preparation for many degree

courses based around the social sciences

including PPE at Oxford and SPS at

Cambridge

HISTORY A-LEVEL

The study of History provides the

opportunity to investigate the dramatic

political, social and cultural changes that

have happened over the past 150 years. It

provides not only an insight into the past,

but helps develop an understanding of the

present.

Skills developed in History are valued by

universities and employers, and enhance

the understanding of other subjects.

ICT A-LEVEL

ICT A Level builds on understanding of

the huge impact of communication

technologies on our world and in our lives.

The course allows students to develop and

master a wide range of skills that are valued

by universities as well as being extremely in

demand by employers and companies.

Students will also extend their knowledge

and experience of Computing in general.

Please visit the Highgate Wood School Sixth Form website at www.hws.uk.com to get updates on courses

available and the entry requirements. New A Level syllabus Old A Level syllabus Vocational qualification

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MATHS A-LEVEL

An A Level in Mathematics is a

qualification that is in demand by both

employers and universities. The ability to

problem solve and understand logical

arguments, as well as being extremely

numerate is a much sought after quality.

Career opportunities range from finance

and accountancy through to scientific and

industrial research, engineering and

computing.

MEDIA STUDIES A-LEVEL

Media Studies combines the theoretical

understanding of mass media and

popular culture through the detailed

deconstruction and the analysis of a wide

range of different media texts.

There is a mix of theoretical study with an

exciting practical element which will stretch

your creative and technical talents as well

as provide you with an excellent grounding

for continued study in higher education.

MUSIC A-LEVEL

If you have a talent for music, or aspire

to perform or compose, or if you are

highly motivated by music and want to

develop your analytical and theoretical skills

then a music A Level may be the choice for

you.

At Highgate Wood School we are able to

offer Music A Level through an external

provider and taught by the highly regarded

Barnet Music Service.

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY A-LEVEL

Music Technology A Level offers students

the opportunity to develop their practical

and theoretical knowledge of sequencing,

editing, multi-track recording, mixing and

arranging.

We use industry standard Logic Pro

software, providing an excellent grounding

for those who want to pursue music

production as a career or a university

choice.

PHILOSOPHY A-LEVEL

Philosophy is a highly valued A Level that

develops students’ abilities in the use of

rational argument and logical thinking.

As well as helping you become a critical

thinker and allow you to ponder on life’s big

questions, the course also provides an

excellent foundation for the study of any

academic discipline at university.

Please visit the Highgate Wood School Sixth Form website at www.hws.uk.com to get updates on courses

available and the entry requirements. New A Level syllabus Old A Level syllabus Vocational qualification

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PHYSICS A-LEVEL

Studying Physics provides an excellent

grounding for many science related

degree courses, including medicine,

engineering and mechanics. However it is

also a good base for a wide range of other

careers including communications,

architecture, aviation and construction.

The course combines the development of

practical skills as well as theoretical

understandings.

PRODUCT DESIGN A-LEVEL

Product Design is about designing,

making and evaluating products. It is

both a creative and technical course,

bringing together exciting elements of

design, science and manufacturing.

The course allows students to demonstrate

flair, imagination and practical problem

solving skills through a series of real-life

design challenges to which they can provide

innovative solutions.

PSYCHOLOGY A-LEVEL

Psychology is the scientific study of

human behaviour and why people

behave in the ways that they do.

People with Psychology degrees work in

many different fields, including forensics,

clinical psychology, neuroscience and

psychiatry. The skills acquired whilst

studying Psychology also make graduates

extremely employable in the fields of law,

media, health and education.

PHOTOGRAPHY A-LEVEL

Photography connects to many facets of

daily life, including print and broadcast

journalism, new and traditional media,

publishing, performance and the arts.

Exploring the techniques and ideas of visual

representation, as well as developing the

practical skills you need, provide invaluable

training for those who wish to pursue a

future in art or the media.

Please visit the Highgate Wood School Sixth Form website at www.hws.uk.com to get updates on courses

available and the entry requirements. New A Level syllabus Old A Level syllabus Vocational qualification

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TEXTILES A-LEVEL

Textiles is both a creative and technical

course, bringing together the exciting

elements of fashion design and

manufacturing.

The course allows you to develop your own

design skills, as well as learning to design to

a brief, researching consumer preferences

and getting to grips with the marketing and

promotion of one of the biggest and most

influential industries in the UK.

SOCIOLOGY A-LEVEL

Sociology will teach you to look at the

society around you in a brand new way. It

will help you understand how society has

developed and the forces that have shaped

our behaviour and values.

You will also learn to develop your own

informed opinions, understand other

people’s point of view and communicate

your own position clearly and cogently.

SPANISH A-LEVEL

Spanish is both the study of the

language and an exploration of the

culture, history and geography of Spanish

speaking countries.

As a subject on its own Spanish can lead to

a career in translation, interpreting,

teaching and journalism. However it is also

often combined with other subjects at

degree level, including Law, History,

Business and International Relations.

SPORT BTEC LEVEL 3

The BTEC National Diploma in Sport has

been developed to support the huge

growth in the sport and active leisure

industries and the need for qualified

personnel in that sector.

You need to be seriously interested in most

areas of sport and actively competing in

your own chosen sport, as well as willing to

understand the importance of coaching,

training, performance and leadership .

Please visit the Highgate Wood School Sixth Form website at www.hws.uk.com to get updates on courses

available and the entry requirements. New A Level syllabus Old A Level syllabus Vocational qualification

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Where to find us...

Bus routes to get to HWS…

from Finsbury Park W3 or W7 bus

from Turnpike Lane 41 bus

from Wood Green W3 or 144A bus

from Archway/Haringay W5 bus

W7

W2

W2 W3

W3

41

W2

W7

144A

41

W7

144A

W5

Muswell Hill

Priory Road

Park Road

Shepherds Hill

Crouch H

ill

Middle Lane

Tottenham Lane

Western Park

Inderwick R

oad

Ridge Road

Stapleton Hall R

oad

Ferme P

ark Road

Granville R

oad

Mount View Road

Highgate Wood School Sixth Form Montenotte Road

Hornsey

London N8 8RN

Tel: 0208 342 7970

Highgate Wood School is located at the end of Montenotte Road, which is off Shepherds Hill. Access can also be made via a footpath leading from Park Road.