Programme for the day:

Arts Theatre Assembly – Jo Walker

X Band stay here – Why Rainhill Sixth Form Centre? - Jo Walker

Y Band – Sixth Form Common Room – After Sixth Form UCAS/Careers – Paul Chadwick

THEN SWAP.

P2: Session A

BREAK – YOU HAVE EXCLUSIVE USE OF THE SIXTH FORM FACILITIES

P3: Session B

LUNCH – YOU ARE ALLOWED OFF SITE

1.10-1.55: Session C

1.55-2.45: Session D

2.45 – BACK TO ARTS THEATRE – Next Steps – Jo Walker, Paul Chadwick

What is Unique about us:

Excellent Exam ResultsSmall Class Sizes

Personalised ProgrammeTeachers that care about YOU

What is Unique about us:Only 135 Places

Science AcademyArts Academy

Rainhill Elite ProgrammeWarwick University Programme

135 Places

After your interview you will then receive a conditional offer of acceptance. This means you will get a place providing your final GCSE results meet our criteria.

On GCSE results day we will confirm your application, we will then enrol you onto the A level and Vocational courses of your choice.

If you need time to consider what you want to do, that’s fine, but the first 135 who meet our entry requirements will be enrolled. You don’t want to miss out!

Science AcademyWhat is the Science Academy?We set up the Science Academy to help get our best students places at the best Universities to study Science and Computer Science. It is very competitive to get into some of the top degree courses, in Veterinary, Pathology, Engineering, Medicine, and Dentistry. The Science Academy will give you unique experiences, that students at other Sixth Form Colleges will not get, that will put your UCAS application at the top of the list..What do we offer? Work placements alongside science professionals Careers advice from professional scientists and

computer expertsYour own research tailored to your own interests 1 to 1 support with applications

to Science courses at University Internships, Termly master classes from

science professionalsVisits to see science applied in the work place Mock University InterviewsResidential trips to explore science in real depth Entry into national science competitions

Our success in the Science Academy has been outstanding as students have gone on to the top Universities to study Medicine and Computer Sciences.

We believe in tailoring that support to what you want to do.

What is Unique about us:Excellent Exam Results

2015 Results: One of the best “value added” in the country47% A*-B85% A*-C

100% A*-E26% of our students went to Russell Group Universities

100% got into their first choice universitiesSmall Class Sizes

Our average class size – 12 students Comparable to other larger Sixth Form providers who have

on average between 27-32 students per class

What is Unique about us:

Personalised ProgrammeWe have three pathways for our curriculum model:

Band A) Academic – Solely A’ Level Subjects

Band B) Mixed Programme – A combination of A’ Levels and BTEC/OCR/Cam Tech

Band C) Vocational – Solely BTEC/OCR/Cam Tech

We offer personalised advice and guidance based on the individual student and their aims for the future:

Apprenticeships, University, or going on into the world of work

Teachers that care about YOUFor example - Every Year 13 student gets 1 to 1 help throughout the year, particularly in the run up to A2 Exams.

Science AcademyWhat is the Science Academy?We set up the Science Academy to help get our best students places at the best Universities to study Science and Computer Science. It is very competitive to get into some of the top degree courses, in Veterinary, Pathology, Engineering, Medicine, and Dentistry. The Science Academy will give you unique experiences, that students at other Sixth Form Colleges will not get, that will put your UCAS application at the top of the list..What do we offer? Work placements alongside science professionals Careers advice from professional scientists and

computer expertsYour own research tailored to your own interests 1 to 1 support with applications

to Science courses at University Internships, Termly master classes from

science professionalsVisits to see science applied in the work place Mock University InterviewsResidential trips to explore science in real depth Entry into national science competitions

Our success in the Science Academy has been outstanding as students have gone on to the top Universities to study Medicine and Computer Sciences.

We believe in tailoring that support to what you want to do.

Arts AcademyWhat is the Arts Academy?We set up the Arts Academy to help get our best students places at the best Universities for the Arts. Regardless of whether you are a performer, musician, artist, or media student it is very competitive to get into degree subjects in your area. The Arts Academy will give you unique experiences, that students at other Sixth Form Colleges will not get that enhance your UCAS application.

What do we offer? Audition advice & Preparation Mock University Interviews,Internships Working with Professionals, Visits to see professional artists at work Opportunities to work with Artists in Residence1:1 Portfolio workshops, Opportunities to exhibit or perform in new venues

Photographic and graphic design opportunities with local company on real projectsFree peripatetic Music Tuition.

Traditionally our Arts Academy students have consistently gone on to the lead Performing and Visual Arts Colleges in London and around the country. Many are now professionals in the field and are staring in West End Musicals etc.

We believe in tailoring that support to what you want to do.

Pastoral Support:• Leads to very high retention rates – the students who start with us, finish well because we look after you

• A-Levels are tough – we help our students to succeed.

• Getting through A-Levels is a gradual process.

• Small is beautiful – allows everyone to know who you are – strengths and areas to develop, you as a person.

What we offer:Alison Anders is our Post-16 Pastoral Manager who is always available should any pastoral issues arise. We will listen and we will help.

Form TutorsStudents are allocated specialist tutors who will guide and support them daily and help to monitor student attendance and participation in all aspects of 6th Form life. Our Sixth Form Tutors are experienced in writing references for both employment and university. Paul Chadwick is brilliant at getting UCAS statements pitched 100% correct. Jo Walker, Mr Cunningham help with applications to top Universities – one to one help

Careers ProgrammeEvery student gets the chance to fully participate in various activities that help improve your employability. These include;• Work Placements• Mock Interviews with industry specialists• Guidance on application forms• Sessions to develop communication and presentation skills

Enrichment:

We believe this is a vital part of the Sixth Form experience, the benefits:• It will make your University or job application look even stronger• Show that you are more than just someone who can get great grades.• Our Enrichment programme of study is an opportunity to embark on activities

that will extend your repertoire outside of the curriculum subjects and to extend your UCAS application or Curriculum Vitae with more than qualifications. • Every University looks for a well-rounded student that can prove that they have

contributed to something other than their subjects, and/or have independently investigated aspects of their prospective profession. We offer this enrichment programme on a dedicated afternoon, in order to aid this process.• It helps develop your leadership qualities

EnrichmentWe believe this is a vital part of the Sixth Form experience, it will make your University or job application look even stronger,

Enrichment Activities that lead to a Qualification Other Enrichment opportunities:

Student Expedition (70 UCAS points)This trip will also gain 70 UCAS points for anyone who comes on the trip.Year on year our Sixth Form students have embarked on our Expeditions abroad, this year this expedition is to Peru.

Competitive Sport – Football Team, Netball TeamWe have competitive teams in Football and Netball. They play in the U19s Colleges league. Both teams have won prestigious competitions, e.g. Merseyside Cup in the past, can you bring home the silverware?Sixth Form Student Committee

EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) (70 UCAS points)This qualification will gain 70 UCAS points for anyone completing it. It is for those studying a pure A-Level route, who are aiming for top Universities.You choose the topic – according to what you are interested in, Sixth Form staff give you help and guidance, and you do the research you write it up.

Aerobics and Dance ClassesFilm StudiesDebating Society Poetry and Literature

Duke of Edinburgh Award (Gold, Silver and Bronze)The Duke of Edinburgh Award runs through the school into the Sixth Form throughout the year. We are offering all awards from Bronze, Silver and Gold award.

Young EnterpriseSubject Based Trips and Visits

Take Sign Language lessonsCertificated training in how to use sign language with those people who are hearing impaired. This is something that is becoming increasingly popular as a skill in any job.

Work Experience/PlacementDuring your study periods we will arrange these for you. They can be every week for a long or short period, or a one off week, or even an internship during the summer of Y12 or 13.

Take Driving Lessons We provide lessons in how to pass your driving theory test content and assessment. You will be fully equipped to sit the examination in a very short space of time.

many more are on offer to meet your needs and aspirations

Key Dates for your Diary:Events DateYear 11 Taste of Sixth Form Tuesday 17th November 2015Sixth Form Open Evening Thursday 26th November 2015Open Day for External Applicants Friday 11th December 2015Deadline for Sixth Form Applications Friday 29th January 2016Guidance Interviews Start Monday 1st February 2016Guidance Interviews Finish Friday 12th February 2016Rainhill Elite Taster Event - AM Monday 20th June 2016 (AM)Science Academy Taster Day Wednesday 22nd June 2016 (AM)Arts Academy Taster Day Thursday 23rd June 2016 (AM)Year 11 Sixth Form information afternoon Wednesday 22nd June 2016Sixth Form Enrolment Day (GCSE results day) Thursday 25th August 2016First Day in Sixth Form Monday 5th September 2016

What a Good Application Form Looks Like: