How is Sixth Form different?
What new opportunities will I be able to take advantage of?
Will I be treated like a responsible adult?

These and many similar questions run through students' minds as they approach the decision making that sixth form brings. Answers would vary from student to student depending on their subject strands, their tutor group, their own attitude to sixth form life but all at St George's would agree on one thing - its friendly atmosphere. There are, of course, differences - you wear professional business dress, a suit, and are expected to organise certain activities and take on responsibilities in different areas of the school ranging from tour guides (for new sixth form students) to mentors and prefects to the rest of the school. Responsibility is a challenge and an opportunity that must be managed within the time frame of two years of AS and A level study.

Tutor System

Your tutor stays with you for the two years, really getting to know you, your interests, family, subject strengths and helping to broaden you with taster days and presentations. They will play a major role in assisting in applications to further education and career choices but will always be there, when emotional or study problems arise, to personally counsel you and find a way forward. The small group sizes of 14 are ideal to meet this need and the annual retreat is enjoyable for the whole tutor group.

The tutors work with the Head of Sixth Form and the two Senior tutors who assist the mentoring scheme. The Head of Sixth Form will supervise your time in the College and be available should matters need this level of consultation.

Sixth Form Centre

The Sixth Form Council is elected by the students from the ten tutor groups in the Upper Sixth and eight tutor groups in the Lower Sixth. If you take on the position of Chairperson you will be responsible for the running of the Sixth form's own environment and deal with all problems that arise such as installing a new drinks machine or ensuring that the centre is a pleasant place for work and socialising for both years.

The Meeting room is a relaxation area, whereas the Quiet room provides an area for independent study. The Seminar room is bookable for all kinds of student groups such as the World Challenge trip to Mongolia or the Duke of Edinburgh gold award and the Sixth Form computer room has 24 networked computers and an interactive white board that benefits teachers and students alike. In September 2010 a new state-of-the-art Sixth Form Centre will open.

Sixth Form Learning

This follows a different pattern from the rest of the College. Study time is available, particularly in the Upper sixth where the pressure really is on for ALL students to reach their true potential. The library is available for private study and the staff are able to offer guidance with research, recommend appropriate reading and help with the compilation of bibliographies.

Find out more

For more information please contact the College on 01932 839300 or the Junior School on 01932 839400 | contact@st-georges-college.co.uk