Sixth Form Options Booklet 2019-21

Leadership of Sixth Form
A message from the Director of Sixth Form
Welcome to our vibrant and successful Sixth Form. We are delighted that you are
considering joining us.
At King Edward VII Sixth Form, we offer a broad and balanced curriculum offer, covering an
impressive range of academic and vocational subjects. We are very proud of our results.
Comparison with other schools nationally, shows that our Sixth Form is in the top 20% of all
providers for A levels, and in the top 10% for performing arts and sport. Progress rates at King
Edward VII College are substantially higher than at other local colleges and schools. In 2017, students maintained an
impressive record of achievement across the curriculum, from history (where 75% of entries achieved a minimum of
grade A), through to physics and psychology. Students of all abilities receive unrivalled support from our dedicated
and highly qualified team of specialist teachers.
Students at King Edward VII benefit from a fantastic new Sixth Form Study Centre and Library. The centre is a state of
the art learning hub, equipped with the latest ICT and creatively designed to provide an inspiring environment for
private study. Every student is offered an individualised programme of support, complete with a personal tutor and
team of pastoral staff. We make every effort to ensure that students are stretched academically and strive for
excellence, within the security of our exceptionally supportive pastoral system. Students are guided to make wellinformed
decisions about their future goals, aspirations and careers.
As well as academic success, students are encouraged to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular activities, not
only for personal development but also to contribute to the wider school community. Through our system of vertical
tutor groups, Sixth Form students are given opportunities to become positive role models and mentors to younger
students. We have also established very close links with several local universities, including Leicester University (with
whom our students annually participate in the LEAP programme) and De Montfort University. We are proud to be the
only school outside the city of Leicester to have been invited to join De Montfort’s “DMU Local” programme. Our
partnership with DMU and links with other universities provides many exciting opportunities for students at King Edward
VII College. After their time with us, our students progress to top ranking universities including Oxford and Cambridge.
Last year, 65% of students successfully secured places on their preferred university degree programmes, with the
remainder taking up advanced level apprenticeships or entering employment.
Inevitably, this prospectus can only give you a glimpse of life in our Sixth Form. We would encourage you to visit us on
our open evenings or contact us to arrange a tour. Meet our expert staff and see student life for yourself! We look
forward to welcoming you and supporting you in the next phase of your education.
Mr M Frost
Director of Sixth Form