TUXFORD ACADEMY

Post 16 Centre

Excellence through Teamwork

Welcome to Tuxford Post

16 Centre

We look forward to you joining us and welcome you to get in

touch for further information

or to arrange a visit.

Marnham Road Tuxford Newark NG22 0JH

01777 874207 01777 870001 Ext 578

01777 872155

DDI Tel Fax

BROCHURE

Contents

1 Introduction Paul Simpson, Assistant Principal

2 About Tuxford Academy

3 Facilities & Resources

4 Student Voice: Post 16 Presidents 5 Trips Poland

6 Trips London

7 Recreation Enrichment Activities

8 Post 16 Summer Ball

9 Structure of the Day

10 Leadership Opportunities

11 Study with Confidence

12 Bursary Fund

13 Visit Information & Contact Details

INTRODUCTION

At Tuxford we offer an inclusive and caring environment for every

student.. We continue to ensure the highest standards of education are

provided for every Post 16 student, and we look forward to meeting

you. Our Post 16 Centre has a tradition of academic, sporting and artistic achievement. Results are impressive and most students seeking a university place are accepted by their first choice Higher Education provider. In an increasingly competitive world, you are going to need higher qualifications and we will help you achieve them. Your success is

our main concern. We will offer you all the advice, encouragement and support that you will need; all that we ask from you is ambition and energy.

Assistant Principal : Post 16

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ABOUT Tuxford Academy

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At Tuxford we promise that you will find Post 16 Education is both enjoyable and stimulating. We are able to attract the best teachers – and they

ensure that your studies are both interesting and rewarding. We provide a

range of student services to make your time in the Post 16 Centre more comfortable.

Today’s students face increased pressure from exams, deadlines and difficult choices – so they need the expert advice and sympathetic

guidance that Tuxford is famous for.

Teamwork is not just our aim; it is also our whole approach to working.

Staff are informal and approachable. They understand the pressure felt by

students – and they know how to support students to meet their targets.

FACILITIES Resources

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The Post 16 Centre occupies a suite of rooms on the first floor of Tuxford

Academy.

Facilities include:

Learning Resource Centre which incorporates a Higher Education &

Vocational Education Library

Professional quality Fitness Suite

Refectory where refreshments and food can be purchased for

much of the day

Large floodlit all weather pitch Student parking is available on site as well as cycle shelters Good transport links: Tuxford Academy is well served by local bus

companies.

STUDENT Voice

supportive, you can go to them

at any time and they will help in every

way they can”Emma Raynor

( There are loads of extra-curricular activities

available, directly related to my subjects

Russell Critchley

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“The teachers are really

Self-motivation, responsibility for decision-making, confidence in different situations: these are just a few of the skills you will need before leaving for university or the workplace. At Tuxford we encourage you to develop as young adults. We don’t tell you the “correct” answer to issues of the day, but we do show you how to construct a reasoned argument and how to respect the views of others. Our ethos is one of respect: respect for our-selves, respect for the environment, respect for the community and other people, respect for education and the difference it can make to people’s lives.

TRIPS Visits

The Polish Exchange is a cultural and an eye opening experience for both Polish and English students.

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TRIPS Visits

As part of the politics module Y12 visit Parliament each September. They are given a tour of both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. There is also opportunity for sightseeing and a spot of shopping in Covent Garden.

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ACTIVITIES Enrichment

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Tuxford offers a wealth of new experience so that our students go

forward with confidence.

At Post 16 level we encourage

students to take full advantage of a

wide variety of extra-curricular opportunities.

Our recreational programme includes

several sporting teams, leadership &

recreational activities, as well as work

experience. The programme will help

you develop skills that are a valuable addition to your CV and University

application.

Recent trips have included a Higher

Education preparation visit to the

University of East Anglia; Parliament; a Polish exchange and a trip to Berlin

and Poland. Students also arrange a

Christmas and Summer Ball.

ACTIVITIES Enrichment

POST16 Social Events

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We encourage students to take full advantage of a wide variety of

extra-curricular opportunities, and

social events throughout the year.

The Post 16 Forum is a self-

governing body elected by the

students. They organise numerous

social events throughout the year,

culminating in the Summer Ball.

Period 1 8.45 - 9.35

Movement time 9.35 - 9.40 Period 2 9.40 - 10.30 Learning Team 10.30 - 10.50 (Tutorial) Break 10.50 - 11.15 Period 3 11.15 - 12.05 Movement time 12.05 - 12.10 Period 4 12.10 - 1.00 Lunch 1.00 - 1.50 Period 5 1.50 - 2.40 Movement time 2.40 - 2.45 Period 6 2.45 - 3.30

STRUCTURE Daily timetable

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LEADERSHIP Opportunities

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Every year Tuxford Academy offers Post 16 students the chance to gain paid employment and community service

opportunities, encouraging initiative and leadership. These

are responsible positions requiring punctuality, reliability

and commitment.

Student Council as an elected representative

develop your “people skills”

organise sporting, charitable and social events

Assistant Tutors working alongside younger students

mentoring

organising inter-college competitions

Junior Sports Leader you will work with primary schools

develop competitions and training for the

children

Employment posts including

Paired reading in primary schools, student

supervisor, librarian, photographer, graphic

designer, website writer and after school club

leader

Valuable work experience Paid and voluntary

School benefits from skills of students

STUDY With confidence

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Academic excellence – consistent good results Experienced and supportive staff

All teachers based on one site – available to help all

day Good choice of subjects and qualifications

Make your mark as an individual

A commitment to personalised learning A high success rate – first choice university achieved

by most applicants Excellent facilities and equipment including a fitness

studio High quality careers advice and preparation for your

future Established Higher Education links with several

universities

If you think you may

be eligible for the Bursary contact

Mrs Cupit

DDI: 01777 874207

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Proof of receipt

of these benefits

will be required

to enable us to consider your

application

THE 16 – 19 BURSARY FUND

Young people who need some financial support to help them stay in education or training after

16 can apply to their school, college or training

provider for the 16-19 Bursary Fund. To apply

for a weekly payment you must be in receipt

of Free School Meals.

Alternatively see if you are eligible for the

Special Circumstances Bursary.

A £1200 annual bursary is available for students

in special circumstances this includes young

people in care, care leavers, young people in

receipt of Income Support and disabled young

people in receipt of Employment Support Al-

lowance who are also in receipt of Disability

Living Allowance.

NEXT Steps

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If you wish to make further enquiries about joining our Post 16 Centre, or

the

application process, please have a

read through the following steps and

come to find out what Tuxford Post

16 Centre can offer:

1. Take some time to read through this brochure

2. Call & arrange a tour of the Post

16 Centre, see all the facilities and meet the teachers

3. Speak to Mr Simpson—Assistant

Principal, Post 16, or one of the tutors about the choices available

4. Come along to our Information

Evening, to find out more (see website for dates)

5. Attend our induction day in July

designed to give students an experience of what it might be like

to study in Tuxford’s Post 16 Centre

6. If you make the decision to join us, complete an application form

to register as a Post 16 student

Call us now on 01777 870001 ext. 578 or 01777 874207 (Gillian Cupit,

Post 16 Student Services) to arrange

a visit and talk through joining our Post 16 Centre.

DIRECTIONS How to find us

Tuxford Academy

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ACADEMY MISSION STATEMENT

High aspirations and high expectations leading to high achievement for all – within a safe, supportive and

challenging environment.