6thFORM

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Stephen Perse 6th Form College, Cambridge

INTERNATIONAL PROSPECTUS

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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL OF THE YEAR SUNDAY TIMES IB SCHOOL OF THE YEARSee: stephenperse.com/about

Welcome to our vibrant 6th Form in the heart of Cambridge, where young people make an exceptional start in life.

We achieve outstanding results by offering each student the right balance of support, inspiration and challenge they need to succeed.

Around 1 in 4 of our students go on to study at Oxbridge, whilst others pursue inspiring ambitions at leading UK and international universities.

We provide a modern, dynamic learning environment – where you will be part of a friendly, diverse student community.

As well as being a great place to learn, our 6th Form is a great place to be – one that quickly feels like home.

In the classroom, you will become a more independent learner, inspired by brilliant teachers, who are passionate about their subjects. You will leave us equipped with the skills, knowledge and confidence to make your mark in the world.

Naomi Atkins Head of 6th Form

“I love all my classes and I think the students at Stephen Perse are very diverse and welcoming; teachers have an excellent relationship with students and the atmosphere is lovely.” Dasha

WELCOME

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RESULTS

Through individual academic support and a progressive approach to learning, our students achieve top results in both A Levels and the International Baccalaureate.

Leaver destinations

Law at Cambridge, Chemistry at Oxford, Economics at UCL, Medicine at King’s College London, Engineering at Imperial, Astrophysics at Edinburgh. Our leaver destinations are inspiring and diverse.

Each year several students opt to study at leading overseas universities. From Liberal Arts at Princeton to Translation in Geneva – our students access the best opportunities in the world.

Every student receives the support they need to achieve their goals. This includes advice on course selection, in-depth careers guidance and specialist support for those applying to Oxbridge.

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40 AVERAGE IB SCORE+

68%A* OR A GRADES AT A LEVEL+

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EU OR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

+Results based on a five-year average

CAMBRIDGELEARN IN

We are located in central Cambridge, minutes from the train station and in easy reach of London and international airports. Up to 15% of our students are from overseas and many of our UK students have spent time living abroad.

Our community of around 120 students is big enough to offer diversity, but small enough to feel friendly and connected.

Facilities Our modern campus provides access to outstanding learning facilities including science labs, an arts centre and a 6th Form library.

Learning is supported by the latest technology, with students using iPads to support their studies.

A coffee shop and chill-out area provides a central space for socialising.

“The sense of community makes it more than just a place for study, it’s a great place to socialise and make new friends.” Thomas

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Cambridge is a bustling, beautiful place to live. Full of history and brimming with new ideas – it is an exciting place to be.

Entertainment From museums, architecture and art galleries, to theatre shows and live music – there is much to explore. For shoppers, a blend of independent and high street brands, as well as a central market offers a perfect mix.

SpaceCambridge is a green city – with plenty of natural, open spaces and parks. Just minutes from our 6th Form, a quiet moment can be found in the University Botanic Gardens.

Inspiration and innovationPunt to nearby Granchester a village reputed to have the world’s highest number of Nobel Prize winners. Cambridge is also the hub of Silicon Fen an international centre for business innovation in technology and science.

Sports and leisure Cambridge is the perfect place to get active. From cycling and tennis, to rowing and outdoor swimming – most activities are easily accessed in the city.

“Besides amazing exam results, the best thing about Stephen Perse is the welcoming atmosphere, a sense of community and the teachers.” Anastasia

OUR CAMBRIDGE HISTORYIn the 17th Century, a bequest from Dr Stephen Perse, a Fellow of Gonville and Caius College, created Cambridge’s first ‘Free Grammar School’. From this original school, the Stephen Perse Foundation has evolved to provide a complete educational pathway for boys and girls aged 3 to 18.

LIFE INCAMBRIDGE

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COURSES TEACHING

“My university interview was pretty much like a Theory of Knowledge lesson – a really good argument (discussion)!”

“It’s the academic support that I like. I came here to get good grades.”

Coco

Rated ‘exceptional’ in our latest Independent Schools Inspectorate* report for teaching and learning, we are proud of our academic excellence. In small classes of around 10 students, our teachers deliver exceptional academic support. Whilst we encourage students to become independent learners – support is always available.

International TutorOur International Tutor maintains close contact with students and their guardians or host families.

They help students to settle, offering opportunities to visit places of interest in Cambridge and London.

If required, they can also advise on additional language support and can arrange English tuition.

As the only independent 6th Form in Cambridge providing A Levels and the International Baccalaureate (IB) – we offer different ways to succeed.

A LevelsWe offer a choice of over 20 A Level subjects. We are happy to advise on the best combination of A levels for specific university courses.

See our subjects at: sixthform.stephenperse.com/a-levels

International Baccalaureate (IB)Recognised by universities worldwide, the IB gives a breadth of skills and knowledge fit for the 21st century. Students choose one subject from each of the following areas:

1. English Literature2. Foreign Language3. Humanities4. Sciences5. Mathematics6. Art or Music or an additional Science,

Language or Humanity subject

More about the IB: sixthform.stephenperse.com/ib

Theory of KnowledgeIn Year 12, all students have an opportunity to study a Theory of Knowledge (ToK) course, which develops critical thinking and analysis.

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Q. Do you provide boarding?A. Yes, we can offer excellent boarding

spaces from September 2019 onwards - see website for details or get in touch.

Q. What level of English do I need?A. Our international students have very good

English. As a guide, we expect at least IELTSlevel 6.5 in academic writing.

Q. What admissions tests will I need to take?A. Usually admissions tests and interviews

take place in Cambridge. In special circumstances remote testing and interviews

can be arranged. You may also need to sit our English as an additional language test.

Further information: sixthform.stephenperse.com/internationals

You don’t have to be a genius to come here. We are looking for bright, curious young people who love to learn. Inspiring teaching, a huge

variety of activities, great facilities and a warm, supportive community do the rest.

To find out more please contact us:Tel: +44 (0)1223 454700

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HOW TO APPLY ENRICHMENT

GUIDANCEOur bespoke Guidance Programme provides inspiration, choice and support for the future.

Our Guidance Programme includes:

• Interview practice

• Mock entrance exams

• Aptitude tests

• A dedicated Oxbridge tutor to support applications

• Careers events

• University preparation days

• Inspire me! talks from successful individuals

Past Inspire me! speakers include Cambridge academics, business leaders, entrepreneurs, doctors and scientists. Speakers share ideas on motivation, leadership and teamwork – as well as their own career and life stories.

Personal Tutor Our tutorial system provides regular access to a Personal Tutor. They offer advice on academic progress and plans for the future.

Our Creative, Active and Service (CAS) Enrichment Programme provides opportunities to take on challenges, try new things and explore interests.

Every week, students have time to pursue enrichment activities. We offer a wide choice of activities, including:

• Creative arts

• Music

• Sports

• Languages

• Social entrepreneurship

• Drama

• Model United Nations

• TED-Ed Club

• Writing for the student newspaper or blog

• Volunteering in the local community

• Mock trials

Overseas trips Through study visits, exchange tours and volunteering our students have experienced Costa Rica, Cuba, the Himalayas, Kiev, Munich, New York, Zanzibar and more!

See our full Enrichment Programme at: sixthform.stephenperse.com/enrichment PERSONAL TUTOR

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Resultsfrom the last 5 yearsWe achieve excellent results by encouraging young people to become independent thinkersFor full results visit www.stephenperse.com/results

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A Level

IB

A* or A (7-9) grades

grades at Level 6 or 7

A* or A grades

GCSE

A Level

International Baccalaureate

63% of all grades were A* (8-9)

31% of all grades were A*

41% of all grades were Level 7

100% of all grades were A to C (4-9)

44% of students achieved 3 or more A* or A grades

96% of all grades were Level 5 or more

24% of students achieved 10 or more A* (8-9) grades

98% of all grades were A* to C

57% of students achieved 40 points or more

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DESTINATIONSfrom the last 5 years

AberdeenBangorBathBirminghamBocconi (Italy)Brighton and SussexBristolCambridgeCardiff City University LondonCourtauld Institute of ArtCoventryDavidson College (USA)DeloitteDurhamEdinburghExeterGeneva (Switzerland)GlasgowGoldsmiths, University of LondonGuildhall School of Music and DramaHarper AdamsHull York Medical SchoolHeriot-Watt UniversityImperial College LondonKentKing’s College LondonLeedsLeicesterLiverpool

Accounting and FinanceActuarial ScienceAerospace EngineeringAgricultural EngineeringAmerican HistoryArchaeology and AnthropologyArchitectureArts and Sciences with Study AbroadAsian and Middle Eastern StudiesAstrophysicsBiochemistryBiological SciencesBiomedical Science with ManagementChemistry with Molecular PhysicsChinese StudiesClassicsComputer ScienceCriminology and PsychologyDentistryDiscrete MathematicsEconomics and PoliticsEducationEgyptologyElectronic Engineering with Artifi cial IntelligenceEngineeringEnglish Language and LiteratureEnglish with Creative WritingEnvironmental GeographyEnvironmental Policy and EconomicsFilm

GermanGraphic DesignHistory and International RelationsHistory and JournalismHuman Social and Political SciencesInternational Business Management and Languages (Chinese)Italian and PoliticsJapanese Studies with RussianLawLiberal ArtsMathematicsMechanical and Electrical EngineeringMedicineMidwiferyMining EngineeringModern Languages and Cultures (with Year Abroad)MusicNatural SciencesNursingPharmacyPhilosophy with PsychologyPhilosophy, Politics and EconomicsPhysics with AstrophysicsPhysiotherapyPoliticsPsychological and Behavioural SciencesScandinavian Studies and ClassicsSociologySpanish and Arabic

London School of EcomonicsManchesterNew York University (USA)NewcastleNottinghamOxfordPrinceton (USA)Queen Mary’s LondonReadingRoyal Holloway, University of LondonRoyal Agricultural UniversitySciences Po (France)Sheffi eldSofi a (Bulgaria)SouthamptonSt AndrewsStanford (USA)StirlingSussexSwanseaTrinity College DublinUniversity College LondonUniversity College Maastrict (Netherlands)University of East AngliaUniversity of Toronto (Canada)Utrecht University (Netherlands)Vienna Technical University (Austria)WarwickWestminsterYork

What have Stephen Perse students done next?Some of the universities and organisations chosen by our leavers over the last 5 years

Liverpool Spanish and Arabic

Destinations Subjects

Ellen is studying Chemistry with Molecular Physics at Imperial

Katie is studying History at Oxford

Jenny is studying Engineering Design at Bristol

Sam is studying Liberal Arts and Sciences at Maastricht

Nina is studying Classics at Oxford

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International

Please see our website for overseas student information and visa requirements.

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Visit us We encourage you to visit our 6th Form, to meet with us and decide if we are right for you. If you are unable to visit, we can arrange admissions testing in your home country. This can be in your nearest British Embassy or in school if you attend an international school. Subject interviews can take place via Skype.

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Connect with us at: sixthform.stephenperse.com and @SPFSchools

Complete your application. Apply for a scholarship (if relevant).

Attend our entrance interview

*If you wish to study HL Mathematics, Further Mathematics, HL Language or A Level Modern Language youwill take an additional subject test and interview.

Take an English language ability test if English is not your first language

Join us for International Registration Day

Accept your place Accept your scholarship

(if relevant)

Apply for your visa if applicable

Offers sent out to successful applicants

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CAMBRIDGE CENTRE FOR SIXTH-FORM STUDIES (CCSS)

Cambridge

“Our small class sizes and � rst class tuition enable achievement and encourage ambition and self-con� dence.”

Over the last 35 years CCSS has built an impressive reputationfor stimulating, success-focussed education, preparing students for university and for life.

Small class sizes and � rst class tuition enable achievement and encourage ambition and self-con� dence. With both day and boarding places, and a broad international student mix, both UK and overseas students thrive and succeed.

As part of the Stephen Perse Foundation, CCSS students will now enjoy exciting extracurric-ular and enrichment activities alongside Stephen Perse 6th Form students, from sport and the arts to Model UN conferences, as well as outstanding university and careers guidance.

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16 to 21YEARS• Co-educational

• Non-selective• Day and boarding places

A Levels (o� ered as both 1 and 2 year courses), Interna-tional Foundation Programme and Pre-Programme

NEW TO THE FOUNDATION FOR 2019

BOARDING FOR SIXTH FORM STUDENTSCambridge

“Our boarding houses are close to our teaching buildings, in the heart of the city”

We are delighted to now o� er high quality, supported boarding options to students at both CCSS and the Stephen Perse 6th Form College.

Our boarding houses are close to our teaching buildings, in the heart of the city, a short walk or cycle ride from each other. All student rooms are very well appointed, almost all ensuite, with superfast � bre broadband – some of the best boarding of any school in England.

Our boarding houses are sta� ed 24/7 by well-trained profes-sionals whom students know well, and whose � rst priority is the care and welfare of our boarding students.

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16 to 21YEARSHope House, a purpose-built

boarding house in one of themost sought-after areas ofCambridgeScholars House, a short walkfrom the railway station andParkers PieceSt Barnabus, a beautifullymodernised Victorian villawith attractive gardens

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Stephen Perse 6th Form CollegeShaftesbury RoadCambridgeCB2 8AA