Q How many subjects can I choose?
A You select 3 options with a further 2 options choices as back up.
Q Is there a uniform/dress code?
A The dress code for 6th Form is informal/casual. We do not expect students to dress as though they are going to a beach or a party.
Q Are 6th formers expected to be in school for the whole school day, 5 days a week?
A Students attend school all day, 8.40 to 3.05pm, 5 days a week. There is a morning registration with a tutor followed by 6 lesson per day. Each lesson is 50 minutes.
Q How many lessons do I have a week?
A You have 30 lesson per week. 5 lessons per subject, 1 PHSE lesson with your tutor and 14 study periods.
Q Are 6th form lessons taught in the same classrooms as KS3 and KS4? Or are they all taught in the 6th form block?
A 6th Form students are taught in a variety of classrooms around school which are also used by KS3 & KS4 students at different times.
Q Do 6th formers have a tutor and any pastoral support?
A 6th Form students have a form tutor and received support from their tutor along with support from the 6th Form team.
Q Are 6th formers still required to take part in a weekly PE session?
A There are no compulsory PE lessons assigned to students in 6th form. There are occasional sporting activities during PHSE and extra-curricular activities that students can join in with eg 5 aside football.
Q Am I allowed to leave school site during the day?
A You are allowed to leave school site at lunch times only between 12:40pm - 1:20pm.
Q Do I get free school transport for 6th Form?
A You do not qualify for free transport as this stops at Year 11 (unless advised otherwise by Oxfordshire County Council). You will need to explore the best way/route to get to school. Please find below some useful links to bus transport:
- Bus pass for local buses - www.oxfordkey.co.uk/smart-card/
- School Bus/Spare seat scheme - www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/schools/travelling-school/eligibility-free-and-paid-travel-school/paid-home-school-travel