SIXTH FORM STUDENT GUIDE 2018

Sixth Form Student Guide
Introduction
Now that you are part of the Sixth Form, things change. This guide has been designed to
help you adjust to these changes and to enable you to understand what the Sixth Form
involves.
What is the purpose of the Sixth Form?
Quite simply, it is to give you the chance to make choices in your life.
Reaching your potential in your academic studies will give you greater flexibility in your
choice of higher education or employment. You will have far more control over your
learning but don’t be daunted as you can ask for help at any time. In the small classes you
will be treated differently. Your sixth form tutor team and your teachers are keen to
encourage and support you.
Taking on responsibilities is part of a broader education which we believe is vital for all our
students. As mature young people, you will be expected to support the staff in the daily
running of the school and in a variety of areas where you have expertise or wish to develop
it.
Privileges go hand in hand with responsibilities. You are the only year group who can sign
out and leave the School premises at lunch time. You have your own Common Rooms and
the responsibility to keep them clean, tidy and in perfect condition. You have study time
and towards the end of your Sixth Form you may be able to study at home.
Be careful not to take on too much: balance your commitments.
Our aim is to give you as many opportunities as possible to develop your academic and
personal potential: it is up to you to make the most of these opportunities so that you can
look back on your Sixth Form experience with satisfaction and look forward to a successful
degree or apprenticeship.
Keeping Up-to-Date
You can follow @StaffordGrammar on Twitter and Facebook to receive regular updates and
see what pupils are doing throughout the week.
https://www.facebook.com/StaffordGrammar/
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