Prospect School - Prospectus

SIXTH FORM The Prospect School Sixth Form provides a rewarding and challenging post-16 curriculum, with a broad range of academic and vocational qualifications to suit a range of individual needs and interests. The student population consists of a large proportion of the school’s former Year 11 students alongside students from a variety of other local schools, the Sixth Form provides a dynamic, diverse and lively learning environment. In recent years, our A Level results have attained the highest average point score of all non-selective schools in Reading, representing a remarkable achievement for our students and staff. The latest Ofsted report judged the effectiveness of the Sixth Form as “good”; the report highlights the quality of guidance and support the students feel they receive. All students are given challenging learning goals and progress is tracked throughout their courses to ensure to maximum their potential. A large number of our students attend University; others follow further and higher apprenticeships. In addition to the academic curriculum, our enhanced curriculum includes opportunities for students to add to their skills portfolio through a range of optional activities including the Extended Project; PiXL Edge and service to school. Students are able to extend their ability to lead, organise, demonstrate resilience show initiative and communicate in a range of contexts. Our aim is to equip students with the qualifications and skills they made need no matter what their next steps are. Reasons to join Prospect School Sixth Form • High quality, engaging teaching in small groups • An extensive range of courses, including A Levels, BTECs, OCR Nationals, CoPE and the Extended Project Qualification • Effective and knowledgeable support from our dedicated Sixth Form team • Friendly and positive atmosphere • Regular progress reviews with members of staff • Opportunities for extra-curricular and enrichment activities • Well-stocked Learning Resource Centre • Easy access to ICT facilities and resources to support learning • Dedicated Common Room, refectory and quiet study areas “STUDENTS REPORT THAT THEY ENJOY LEARNING AND APPRECIATE THE GOOD SUPPORT THEY RECEIVE FROM THEIR TEACHERS. “ Prospect School Prospectus Page 13