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Event Programme:
Subject Locations &
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10.30am - Principal’s Talk - Principal Kathryn Podmore & Deputy Principal Mike Kilbride
Located in the Drama Studio
11.15am - Honours Programme - Supporting High Achieving Students, Assistant Principal Kate Rigby
Located in Hub 1
11.00am - Learning Support - Supporting students with additional needs, Head of Learning Support,
Sharon Kieran - Located in the Learning Assistance Base (LAB)
Welcome to our Open Event...
Pick up a Prospectus
We are Wirral’s Number One Sixth Form and I am delighted that you are joining us here this evening to find out more
about the outstanding results and opportunities we are able to offer young people in Wirral.
Students choose to join from every school in Wirral as they recognise the
breadth of choice, opportunities and advantages we are able to offer over other
sixth forms.
I am proud of our students and how we support them making the transition
from school to adulthood and help them to develop as young adults. Our
students graduate from the sixth form fully prepared and best-placed for their
future academic studies or employment. During the course of the evening you
will have an opportunity to speak to them individually about why they are so
proud to be a student at the sixth form college.
Kathryn Podmore Principal
The Centre of Academic Excellencewww.bsfc.ac.uk
We hope you enjoy this evening and finding out more on what makes us Wirral’s Number One Sixth Form.
Our staff are specialists in their respective subjects and at teaching A Levels
and BTECs. Together we are passionate about ensuring the highest academic
outcomes for our students and ensuring that they are fully supported to
maximise their potential. You will also see that we have invested significantly
in new facilities over the last two years to enhance our learning
environments.
Head to Hub 1 & Hub 2: See the facilities available in our Learning Resource
Centre and Microsoft Training Academy Suite...
Come & visit the Hub - just ask a member of staff
or a student ambassador we’ll be more than happy
to show you the way!The Hub is The Centre of your Learning
Over 230
computers
and study
spaces A dedicated
Microsoft
Training
Room
Careers &
Magazine
sections
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studies
Our Prospectus contains everything you need to
know about The Sixth Form College, including a full
list of the wide range of courses and qualifications
we offer. You can order a Prospectus online
(www.bsfc.ac.uk) or by contacting our Admissions
team: (0151-652-5575)
The Sixth Form College offers the widest choice
of A Level and BTEC options in Wirral and we can
tailor your timetable to accommodate virtually
all combinations of student choices.
Our Open Evenings are an excellent opportunity
for you to take a look around at our fantastic new
facilities; speak with subject tutors about what their
courses can offer you; and meet our current students
to find out what Sixth Form College life is like!
You can apply for The Sixth Form College by filling
in an Application form at one of our Open Evenings
or requesting a form from our Admissions team
(0151 652-5575). You can also Apply Online at
bsfc.ac.uk. If you would like any help or guidance
when completing your Application, please do not
hesitate to contact us, we will be happy to help!
Once we have received your Application, we will
invite you to attend one of our Interview Evenings.
This is a chance for us to get to know you and for
you to ask any important questions you may have
about the College, our Admissions process or your
chosen subjects.
After your interview our Admissions team
will review your Application. If successful
you will receive your offer within 7 days.
If you couldn’t make our Open Evening or you
would like to take another look around the
College, why not take advantage of one of our
guided tours! There will be a talk by our
Admissions team followed by a full tour of our
facilities. This is the perfect opportunity for
you to familiarise yourself with the college
prior to your New Student Induction Day.
If you haven’t already, now would be the
perfect time to Like us on Facebook and
Follow us on Twitter to receive updates and
news on what is happening at The Sixth Form
College and interact with other students!
Explore the day in the life of a Sixth Form College
student! At your New Student Induction you will be
able to meet your tutors and fellow students, attend
taster sessions in your chosen subjects, plus many
more activities throughout the day.
At your Enrolment Appointment we will
discuss your GCSE results and confirm your
final programme of study.
Once you have become a student at The Sixth
Form College, there are a whole host of Enrichment
activities you can get involved with, from Sporting
activities to earning your Duke of Edinburgh Gold
Award. We hold Enrichment fairs throughout the year
to help you find an activity suitable for you. For more
information, visit our website: www.bsfc.ac.uk.
Follow the arrows for your
step-by-step guide to
applying to The Sixth
Form College:
#BSFCFacts
The Sixth Form College Application Process
Not sure what courses are for you?
Our Career Pathway guides can help you decide what courses suit
your ambitions based on the career sectors you are interested in:
Business, Finance and Law
Career pathways in…
Creative Arts and Media
Career pathways in…
Education, Health Care and Public Services
Career pathways in…
Engineering and Maths
Career pathways in…
ICT and Computing
Career pathways in…
Science
Career pathways in…
Sports, Tourism and Leisure
Career pathways in…
Teenagers at sixth form colleges
were 7 per cent more likely to be
awarded A* or A. They were also
more likely to pass at AS level.
You can also view our Career Pathways and a full
list of the courses available online at:
Pick up our
Pathways at the
Admissions Help
Desk, located in
the Conference
Space
bsfc.ac.uk The Sixth Form College
outperformed 95% of other
A Level providers in 2015 for
the value-added to students’
grades and performance.
According to the 2012 study by the University of Southampton
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Parking Notice - Due to the limited nature of the parking available around the College campus, we respectfully ask that you consider the local
residents of Claughton village when parking your vehicles and to please ensure you do not block entry/exit to any local residents driveways.
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Information Stand Locations:
Head to the Conference Space
Admissions Helpdesk
Getting to College
Financial Support
Main Corridor, C & E Corridor
Honours Programme & University Progression
Student Ambassadors
Enrichment Opportunities
Pastoral Support
Subject Locations:
Additional Support for Learning
and find out more about opportunities such as our...for information & advice from our expert team:
Speak to our students & staff on
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Hub & Microsoft Training Academy
According to the 2012 study by the University of Southampton
Art & Design - The School of Art & DesignFine Art / Graphic Art / Textiles / Art & Design Level 2 /
Foundation Diploma in Art Design & Media
Applied Science - A5
Biology - A4
Chemistry - A1
Science - A Rooms
Physics - A7
Business Studies - J4
Economics - J4
Business & Economics - J Rooms
Computer Science - F7ICT - F6
Computer Science & ICT - F Rooms
Dance - B8
Drama & Theatre Studies - B8
English, Dance, Drama & Theatre
Studies & Music - B Rooms
English (Language/Literature) - B2
Film & Media Studies - L Rooms
Film Studies - L3/L4
Media Studies - L3/L4
Modern Languages - H RoomsFrench - H2
Spanish - H2
Humanities - K RoomsGeography - K3
Government & Politics - K4
History - K4
Law - K2
Religious Studies - K5
Sociology - K1
Health & Social Care, Design
Technology & Psychology - C Rooms
Health & Social Care - C4
Psychology - C9 & Psychology Study Area
Music - B8
Mathematics - N4
Mathematics - N Rooms
Sport & Physical Education - G2
Sport & P.E. - G Rooms
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Students at sixth form
colleges are significantly
more likely to achieve top
grades at A Level than those
who stay on at their schools.
Exams Advice
(including Medical & Forensic Science)
Design Technology - C6/C7
In 2015, results at the College have increased for the ninth consecutive year, with more than 1,000
individual exam successes at A Level and more students than ever before achieving prestigious A*,
A and B grades with a 6% high grades increase.
Individual Successes in 2015:
Outstanding Achievements
Kirsty McLaren -
now studying
in the USA!
Chloe achieved A* grades in Economics & Law and A’s in Mathematics and
General Studies. Chloe completed a prestigious work experience placement
at J.P Morgan during her time at College and is now studying Accountancy
at Nottingham University.
Chloe Spree
Kirsty received a $200,000 grant to study in the USA through the Social Mobility Foundation which
she discovered through the College’s Honours Programme scheme. Kirsty was Head Student at the
College for 2014/15 and achieved A’s in Geography, English Language and General Studies and a B in
Sociology.
Joseph Murphy
Joseph completed a placement at JP Morgan in London during his time at the College. He achieved A*
grades in Economics and Biology and an A grade in Maths. Joseph is now studying Economics and
Finance at Bristol University.
Melanie Squires -
A* A* A*
Melanie achieved A* grades in English Language, English Literature and History
and was awarded the prize for Outstanding Academic Achievement at the Class
of 2015’s Graduation Ceremony at The Floral Pavilion. Melanie is now studying
English with Creative Writing at Newcastle University.
Ashleigh successfully gained a place on a highly sought after Higher ICT
Apprenticeship with Unilever and will gain a Foundation Degree in Computing
and IT practice and a Level 4 Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and
Telecoms professionals.
Ashleigh Boden
Max Palmer
Max achieved A* grades in Maths and Graphics and an A in Film Studies. He also took part
in a group project with six of his fellow students to produce a film for the British Film
Institute (BFI) which was screened at the BFI in London and the FACT cinema in Liverpool.
The group, which included Max, Luke Ravenscroft, Dasha Kruglyakova, Hannah Matthews,
Christopher White, Elizabeth Pennington and Megan Ritchie were awarded the prize for
Outstanding Artistic Achievement at the Class of 2015’s Graduation Ceremony. Max is
now studying the Foundation Diploma in the College’s School of Art & Design.
We are in the
for AS Resultsnationally
Students who
Gariq Johnson &
Michael Thompson
were selected to
represent Great Britain
in the American
Football Under 19’s
team during their time
at the College. Both are
now studying at
Stirling University to
continue with the
Sport. Gariq gained a
scholarship place to
study Sports Science
and Michael is
studying Criminology.
Gariq
Michael
Phoebe Harrison - now
studying French & Spanish
at Oxford UniversityRhain Davies -
now studying Law at
Leeds University
Rhain gained a scholarship placement
with Carpenters Solicitors in
Birkenhead during his
time at College.
Rhain achieved A
grades in Law and
History and an A* in
Sociology at A Level.
Meg Earl
Meg successfully gained a place on a Legal
Higher Apprenticeship at international Law
Firm, Hill Dickinson.
Phoebe Cameron -
now studying Dentistry at
the University of Leeds
Shobhit Kisku -
now studying Astrophysics at
the University of Liverpool
Esther Alawode took part in many
extra-curricular activities with the
College’s Law department during her
time here, including the Bar Mock
Trials at Liverpool Crown Court & the
Wirral Youth Parliament. Esther
gained a scholarship place at
prestigious Law Firm, Weightmans
Solicitors in Liverpool, along with 3
other Sixth Form College students,
Molly Woods, Alice Oyesola and
Emma Donnelly. Each student
completed a weeks work experience
at the firm, shadowing professional
solicitors. Esther is now studying
Law at Leicester University and has
ambitions of becoming a Barrister.
Students on
Law Placement
Esther Alawode
Max Anderson
Max achieved an A* in Maths and A
grades in Chemistry and Physics. He is
now studying Physics at Bath University
and has ambitions of becoming a
Fighter Pilot in the RAF
Georgia Garland
Georgia is now studying Law at the University of Liverpool.
Georgia completed several work experience placements
during her time at College including a week’s experience at
Weightmans Solicitors during her first year and a
scholarship scheme at Liverpool’s Exchange Chambers
in the summer.
Mollie-May Cartwright -
now studying Psychology at
the University of Liverpool
Ben Green -
now studying a Masters in
Mathematics at Liverpool
University
Rhys Cullen-Lloyd
now studying Mechanical &
Marine Engineering at
John Moores University
Phoebe achieved A grades in A Level
French, Spanish and History.
Ben achieved A grades
in A Level Mathematics
and Chemistry and a B
in Computing.
Mollie-May achieved A
grades in Dance, ICT
and Psychology.
Rhys achieved an A* in
Mathematics, an A in
Further Mathematics
and a C in Physics.
Phoebe achieved A grades
in Biology and Psychology
and a B in Chemistry.
Shobhit achieved A’s in
Further Mathematics AS &
A2 and a B in Physics.
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In the event of an emergency, a loud alarm will sound continuously.
If you are in a room with a fire door, use that exit. If there is no fire
door, leave the room and follow the fire evacuation signs to the
nearest exit.Walk to the assembly area, which is the nearest car park
to your exit.
Those of you who rely on the use of lifts should proceed to
the nearest safe haven and wait for assistance.
DO NOT in any circumstances:
Go to any other part of the building to collect personal belongings. Use the lifts or re-enter the building until given the all-clear.
If you require medical assistance:
Please inform a member of staff immediately.
Trained first-aiders are on site all evening.
A photographer will be present at this event taking images for the college’s website and social media
pages. If you do not wish to be photographed then please inform a member of staff at the welcome desk.
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