The Sixth Form is a large, vibrant community that prides itself on a positive approach to academic and personal development.

‘Why have so many students decided that Balby Carr Sixth Form is the place for them?’ This Prospectus reflects our current and future successes and highlights what our students are sayingabout the Sixth Form and Academy of Sport.

Balby Carr offers you a wide variety of Level 3 and Level 2 courses so you can choose the combination of subjects thatis right for you. We provide an extensiveenrichment and visits programme of activities and events designed to prepare you for the challenges of your course, student life and ultimately the world of work.

Our aim is to ensure we achieve excellence by putting students first and to enable every student to achieve success and be happy in terms of achievement, physical and emotional development, to allow them to enjoy their academic, sporting and personal champagne moments.

We aim to provide our young adults with new experiences to support them to become confident, happy and successful participants in the societies in which they will enter after Balby Carr.

We encourage our students to show initiative and enterprise and to play an active role in the life of the college and the community. We are a family and have high expectations of our students and the adults that will work with you.

Our teachers and tutors are highly qualified, committed, enthusiastic and trained to provide you with the best support possible. We have a proven track record of success and students who have high expectations of themselves, apositive outlook and a strong work ethic look to Balby Carr as the destination of choice.

We are proud of the continued success of all of our Sixth Form students and we look forward to you adding to those successes when you join our Sixth Form and Academy of Sport in 2014.

Miss F. BrighamDirector of Sixth Form

WelcomeTo Balby Carr Sixth Form and Academy of Sport

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Why Balby CarrSixth Form?

100% Pass Rate for 6 YearsExtensive range of A Level and BTEC subjectsHighly qualified, committed and enthusiastic teachers and staff100% Students Progress onto Successful Pathways

Excellent opportunities to develop employability skills

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A MessageFrom the Headteacher

Welcome to Balby Carr Sixth Form & Academy of Sport. On behalf of all our students, staff and families I would like to invite you to join our exciting, successful and supportive learning community; one that offers much more to our students.

Being a Sixth Form student is one of themost exciting times of your life and we know that you will make the right choiceand decide to continue with your education at Balby Carr. This prospectus is designed to help you make the important choices about your future direction; to select the right College and the right courses for you. We know you will be happy, successful and gain the qualifications you need for your chosen future pathway at Balby Carr Sixth Form & Academy of Sport because we involve our Sixth Form students and ask them what activities we have or could provide that have helped to make them successful, and by success we mean students who are proud and happy as aresult of their academic, physical and emotional successes.

FACTBalby Carr Sixth Form has gone from strength to strength over the past seven years and numbers have increased from 85 students in 2005 to 289 in 2013. We have been recognised as the fastest growing Academy of Sport in the North of England.

Do More - We continue to invest in the

facilities for our Sixth Form students because we want you to be a part of a vibrant and caring community with access to the best teaching and ‘high tech’ facilities to support your learning. All departments have Sixth Form study areas; the new Sixth Form Centre provides a 21st Century facility to support learning and Independent study, the 2012 and 1966 Suites provides an independent learning area throughout the day, and the 2012 suite is solely for the use of Post 16 students. We have developed a strong partnership with the Ogden Science Trust and we are the Science and Physics Hub for the A1 ‘corridor’, which will provide excellent resources, opportunities and funding for our Post 16 students.

FACTWe are proud of our students and grateful to their families who support them and us so well. This support enables all our students to progress onto the best Universities and fulfilling careers.

Be More - Good training and qualifications are more important today than they have ever been and at Balby Carr we have ever been and at Balby Carr we will provide you with the leadership skills, knowledge and confidence to face the next important stage of your life, whether it is to find a job, train for a career or prepare for University.

FACT100% of all students from Balby Carr Sixth Form for the last 8 years went on to either higher education, employment with training or further education.

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Enjoy More - Sixth Form students make “good progress” with “good teaching encouraging mature discussion by well-informed students. The Sixth Form students at Balby Carr receive good careers education and guidance.”

FACTBalby Carr Sixth Form’s overall success rate of 100% at A Level reflects our improved pass rates and our excellent retention rates.

Achieve More - As a result of our excellent Sixth Form Ambassadorial Programme you will be provided with opportunities to develop your interpersonal, social and academic skills which will help you become ‘highly employable’.

FACTBalby Carr students have achieved 100% pass rate at A2 for the last 6 years.

FACT100% of Balby Carr students who want to progress to University, have done, for the past 7 years.

I look forward to you joining our excellent Sixth Form & Academy of Sport and continuing the proud tradition of success we have at Balby Carr. We know you will be happy, engaged, enriched and successful and as a result of your many future successes in the BCVI you will be confident and ready to take the next important step in your life. The only thing we are missing is you.

Mr M. CraigProud Head Teacher of Balby Carr SixthForm & Academy of Sport

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Why Balby Carr Sixth Form?There are several options for you to consider at the end of your GCSE studies. As in all good decision-making, you will research all the realistic options open to you before deciding where to go and what to do. We believe Balby Carr Sixth Form is the destination of choice.

Here are some advantages we feel will encourage you to join Balby Carr Sixth Form:

The care and support provided by the Sixth Form team of Tutors and Subject Teachers

A 100% pass rate at A2 for 6 years running

A programme of activities and events designed to prepare you for the challenges of your course, student life and ultimately the world of work

Continuity and stability in a familiar school environment with staff and students that you know may help in your progression from GCSE to Advanced Level

Opportunities to develop personal skills, work on interesting projects, working with younger pupils and mentoring them to support them in their learning

Opportunities to develop your leadership skills now that you are a senior member of the school

Good staffing arrangements in school to ensure that teaching groups provide closer contact and more opportunity to provide individual help and support

A comprehensive bank of information and guidance with regard to post 18 options and destinations.

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Making thejump from GCSE and compulsory education is a big one and I have

been fortunate to have the needed support every step of the way, from

revision for exams to making the next step into higher education or work. The opportunities offered

have been endless and I have done things and gone places I didn’t

think I could.

Jessica Carr Year 13

The CurriculumWe offer a wide range of courses at Level 3 (Advanced Level, BTEC National) and Level 2.

LEVEL 3(Advanced Level)These are two year courses which are modular. At the end of Year 12 the modules lead to AS qualifications which can be used as `stand alone` qualifications. However, most students progress to Year 13 in their advanced courses to complete A2 modules. When combined, AS and A2 modules lead to a full Advanced Level qualification. With these Advanced Level qualifications you can move on to Higher Education.

You will be able to study up to four AS courses during year 12. The following year you will be able to study up to three of those through to a full Advanced Level.

We recommend that you have achieved at least 6 GCSE passes at grades C or above. This should include at least a grade B in the subject you wish to study, or a similar subject if you have not studied the subject at GCSE. You should

also have achieved a good standard in English and Mathematics (Grade C or above) at GCSE.

We know students progress at different rates and we are always prepared to discuss the right pathway for each individual. We are a very supportive Sixth Form and we never give up on our students.

LEVEL 2(Intermediate Level)These are vocational courses that you would complete in one year. You would usually need to have gained some GCSE’s but no specific grades or subjects. You would be working at GCSE Levels A*-C on these courses. They are suitable for students who have not yet attained 6 or more A*-C grades at GCSE at the end of year 11. Most people progress to advanced courses after completing these programmes.

A range of Level 2 and 3 courses are on offer. Specific course details are provided to give you an idea of what each course entails.

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“ “Balby Carr is aschool with many different

avenues available including a large Academy of Sport with

monumental facilities along with a wide variety of subject choices

on offer for A Level and BTEC students.

Brandon MurrayYear 13

Courses Available*

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ArtArt & Design (BTEC)

Art & Design (Photography) BTEC

BusinessAccountancy

Business StudiesPublic Services BTEC

Cambridge Tech Business

Design & TechnologyProduct Design (Textiles)Product Design (Graphics)

Construction BTEC

EnglishEnglish LanguageEnglish Literature

Media

HairHair NVQ Level 2

HumanitiesGeography

Government & PoliticsHistoryLaw

Philosophy & EthicsTravel & Tourism BTEC

ICTApplied ICT

LanguagesFrench

MathematicsMathematics

Performing ArtsMusic Technology

Performing Arts BTEC/DanceDrama & Theatre Studies

Physical EducationPhysical Education

Sports DevelopmentCoaching & Fitness BTEC

ScienceBiology

ChemistryPhysics

Applied Science: Forensics BTEC

Social SciencesSociologyPsychology

Health & Social Care BTEC

Level 3 AS/A2 / EquivalentLevel 2 GCSE / Equivalent

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subject areas to suit your interests, from Photography to

Law. Within these subject areas the teachers really help guide you

through your twoyear journey.

ShannonDawsonYear 13

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General StudiesGeneral Studies is a full A Level qualification, delivered in just one year. It is an inter-disciplinary subject, looking at topics across subject boundaries. Many students choose to study this subject in Year 13 in order to obtain further qualifications/points and to secure their chosen Post 18 pathway.

National Citizen ServiceThe National Citizen Service works closely with the Sixth Form to provide our students with the opportunity to become involved in their rewarding programme. You could be one of thousands of young people who take part in the National Citizen Service, gaining valuable skills and experience in leadership, communication and teamwork while performing valuable volunteering work in the local community.

*Please note that although we anticipate that most courses will run, occasionally if courses are undersubscribed, we are not able to run them. If this is the case for any course you will be informed towards the beginning of the Summer Term.

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Balby Carrhas provided me with a

plethora of opportunities. These rangefrom the Next Steps York scheme to a

Summer School for Economics in London. They have also enabled me to attend a

number of Economics workshopsalong the way.

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Richard Winter Year 13

WideningOpportunities

GCSE CoursesStudents that do not achieve grade C or above in English and/or Mathematics will be expected to resit English and Maths GCSE or equivalent, as they are essential qualifications for entry to most Higher Education courses or employment.

PersonalisedQualifications

Asdan Level 3 General Studies Coaching Leadership Awards Grades Exam in Music Extended Project

ASDAN QualificationStudents studying this course will use the experiences and skills from their Graduate Programme to work towards this qualification. It is a very useful qualification which enables you to show evidence of your skills and responsibilities during your time in the Sixth Form in the form of a portfolio. The level 3 qualification is the equivalent to 70 UCAS points (10 marks from a grade C at A2).

ShannonDawsonYear 13

Beyond the CurriculumDuring your time in the Sixth Form you will be encouraged to become involved in various activities and take on responsibilities to develop your skills.

The Graduate Programme

The Graduate Programme aims to set a broad and challenging goal, enabling you to leave as a well rounded and educated individual. The qualities, responsibilities and achievements that you can obtain, will enhance your capacity for employability or selection for Higher Education. It covers the following elements:

Academic ElementThis is achieved through your Academicsubjects.

Citizenship Element Is made up from either college orcommunity based activities.

Types of activity that will qualify are:

Praise & RewardPeer MentorArt AssistantPrimary LinksICT SupportPE Assistant

Individual AchievementAt least one of these tasks must also be completed:

Musical Achievement/QualificationSports Qualification, eg CSLAFirst Aid CourseRegular commitment to SportingActivityMember of School ExecutiveYoung EnterpriseTaking part in drama/music/danceproductionsHealth & Safety AwardSign Language

Social Enterprise Element

Another element of the graduate programme is social enterprise, this focuses on how you can use your creativity to give something back. You can choose to organise an activity an event or create a product that raises money for a charity, commit to regularly working for a charity as a volunteer or to support a project that raises money for a charity.

In the past students have organised events such as a Christmas disco for Year 7-9 students, a row-a-thon for Children in Need, run charity stalls at our summer and winter fayres and assisted in Balby Library.

Paired ReadingTechnology AssistantNumeracy SupportLanguages AssistantSociology SupportSTEM Ambassador

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Balby Academy of SportAt Balby Academy of Sport we pride ourselves on offering a diverse and varied programme of study, aimed at developing students both academically and as athletes. If you are considering a career in the world of sport, then, Balby Academy of Sport is the place for you. We offer a fantastic range level 3 qualifications alongside individualised training programmes for our athletes, which lead to a number of exit routes on completion, for example university or scholarship routes overseas. We are one of the most innovative and fastest growing Academies that offers an outstanding opportunity for sixth form students to realise their sporting potential, while achieving an excellent education.

We are nationally recognised by OFSTED and the Youth Sport Trust for our excellent academic reputation and our amazing sporting achievements. As a result of our continued outstanding success, students have helped deliver seminars at the Sports College Conference to schools and colleges across the UK.

The Academy of Sport has grown from having only 9 students in 2007 to having 140 students studying the BTEC Level 3

Extended Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness) alongside receiving high quality coaching and the chance to represent their academy all over the UK.

With an outstanding record of 100% pass rate, whether students choose to progress into higher education, undertake a scholarship, or find a career in the sport and leisure industry, choosing one of our Academy routes may possibly be the best decision a student can make.

Academy students are allocated specialised individual timetables, which incorporate their chosen Academy’s tasks and duties, as well as their educational studies. The training our students receive within their chosen Academy will enable them to develop individual technical skills and overall performance, through our high quality coaches and programmes of study. Students have numerous opportunitiesto represent the Academy in National and Regional fixtures and coaching events.

We currently offer the following Sports Academy routes:

Boys Football Girls FootballSports MedicineBMXBoxingCoaching and TeachingGolf

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Balby Academy of SportAll students within the Academy have the option to study either BTEC Sport level 3 Extended Diploma or As/A level courses that are delivered by fully qualified, committed and innovative staff.

Alongside academic study, each individual Academy has a dedicated team of highly skilled coaches and managers that will ensure students receive the best possible opportunities within their chosen Academy.

Our Academy Package Includes:

Access to High Quality Sporting Facilities

Academy Development Centre, including state of the art changing facilities

Our very own on site Sports Therapy unit

Five full size, high quality grass pitches

Full use of local Health and Fitness Club

Our very own strength andconditioning coach

On site Boxing Training Facilities

Full size Sports Hall and Gymnasium

Performance Analysis Packages

Individual Academy Kit, including playing, training and coaching kit.

Superbly organised Scholarship Routes to American and Canadian Universities.

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Staff are driven tohelp us achieve our full potential,

we work with so many wellqualified staff to help us achieve

great things. The facilities arefantastic, lessons are interesting

and the entire timetable is structured to meet our needs as academics and athletes. I know being a member of Balby Carr will help me achieve later in life regardless of whether I choose to go to University, on a scholarship

programme, or straight into employment. It really is a fantastic

stepping stone.

Zak LeversFootball Academy

17The facilities wereone of the first things I noticed about Balby Academy of Sport, the reputation of the Academy is fantastic, a huge number of

friends and family recommended that I study here, and I am so grateful that they did. I

have developed so much as a performer and as a student. Staff

helped me to decide my next steps and are fully supporting me

to achieve them.

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“ Liam GaughanYear 13

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The Girls Football AcademyThe Girl’s Football Academy are continuing to grown in numbers as well as in achievements. The Girls Football Academy now have a unique partnership with Doncaster Belles, where they play in a Super League reserves League for the Belles, as well as in the college leagues for Balby Academy of Sport, which no other college team in the area does. We have a large number of trophies and an array of titles under our belt, we are looking for students who can contribute to our already outstanding successes.

The academy is growing every year; we now have 26 girls on our Programme all studying either the BTEC Extended Diploma and/or A levels. This Academy offers the highest quality facilities coaching, and conditioning to help our students reach the best physical condition to deal with playing in the newly formed British Colleges Elite League which includes Arsenal, Everton, Chelsea, Lincoln, Birmingham and Filton.

Several of our Girl’s football academy students are currently completing scholarships programmes overseas, after completing their studies with us. One of our students has also been lucky

enough to be scouted to represent England in the under 19’s squad, which is an unbelievable achievement, one which we are extremely proud and supportive of.

The BMX AcademyAfter investing in its own state of the art new international BMX track, Balby Academy of Sport is proud to be the country’s first BMX Academy. The national standard track is regarded as one of the best in the country and was individually designed by the our resident BMX coach Kelvin Batey.

Students will receive expert BMX coaching from one of the top BMX riders in the UK. This academy is attracting interest from all over the UK and Europe, currently with 4 extremely talented BMX riders. These students are also completing the BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport, alongside their specialised coaching and race events.

One of our Ex BMX Academy students has gone on to be selected for the Great British BMX development squad, which is an unbelievable achievement, having only been riding for a few years.

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The Boys Football AcademyThe Boys Football Academy has made great progress and continues to go from strength to strength, with several outstanding accomplishments already achieved in only their 5th year of existence. The squad won the ECFA Regional League and the British Colleges Regional League. They have won the National under 16’s Cup as well as the Home International Tournament. They are also the current holders of the South Yorkshire Cup. The Boys Football Academy also made it through to the English Colleges Cup final, played at Macclesfield Town FC, beating some of the best teams in the UK.

Our continued success has ensured that we have had a fantastic uptake of students from all over South Yorkshire. We have a dedicated team of very highly qualified coaching staff working with the players to develop their technical and tactical skills, the psychology and emotional aspects of the game as well as fully supporting their academic studies.

We currently have 51 students all studying the BTEC Extended Diploma as well as additional A levels. We are looking for boys who have the drive and determination to achieve great things both on and off the football pitch.

The Sports Medicine AcademyThe Sports Medicine Academy is currently in its 2nd year, being introduced in to the Academy structure from September 2012. This Academy is the first of its kind in Yorkshire and has developed a partnership with Barnsley Football Club.

Sports Medicine Academy students also complete the BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport as well as A level Biology. Built in to their academic timetable are a number of qualifications related to sports therapy, physiotherapy, sports rehabilitation and sports massage. These students undertake a 2 year work experience placement, working directly with our very own Sports Therapist, gaining hands on experience in the treatment and management of athletes and their injuries. We currently have 5 students within the Sports Medicine Academy, travelling from all over South Yorkshire to continue their studies and widen their experience in the hope of gaining a place at University to pursue a career in the sports therapy field. We are looking for students with the same positive attitude and motivation to succeed in such a demanding and rewarding Academy. A must for any student aspiring to achieve a career in sports therapy or physiotherapy.

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The Golf AcademyThe Golf Academy is a partnership between Balby Academy of Sport and Retford Golf Club. It enables young talented Golfers the chance to unlock their potential by developing their Golfing ability to the highest level. In the Golf Academy, students will receive weekly Golf coaching, delivered by Craig Morris PGA professional at Retford Golf Club, as well as competitions all over the UK.

Each member of the Golf Academy receives physiological, psychological and biomechanical support that all top Golfers need to reach their potential.

The Golf Academy is one our most successfully academies, having had some fantastic team and individual achievements since it’s birth, including:

Doncaster Schools (Waterfront GC), Bassetlaw Schools (Retford GC), South Yorkshire Schools (Hickleton GC), Schools (Low Laithes GC) English Schools Team Championships (Woodhall Spa GC) Champions.

National runners up (count back) after coming equal 1st.

The Golf Academy currently has 16 students who are all completing the BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport or A levels. One of our pervious Golfers

was selected to represent England in Women’s Golf, and is now currently studying in America as part of a Golf scholarship programme. Many of our previous Golf Academy students having progressed to be professional Golfers, which is a phenomenal achievement. We are looking for students who are a current member of a golf club, who are ambitious and committed to achieving great things within the Golf Academy at Balby Academy of Sport.

The Boxing AcademyBalby Academy of Sport has teamed up with the nationally respected Tom Hill Boxing Club to offer one of the country’s first ever official Boxing Academies. The course is fully supported by the ABA (Amateur Boxing Association) and offers high quality boxing coaching along with top class educational support. All of the boxing coaches work alongside top ABA senior coaches such as Tom Gilbert and Ben Stewart.

The course has had a phenomenal uptake of students from all over South Yorkshire, who are keen and dedicated to improve their boxing skills and techniques and to gain a BTEC qualification. No previous boxing experience is needed to be part of this Academy, as a full individual tailored

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package will be designed regardless ofexperience. The Boxing Academy is affiliated as its very own boxing club which is open to the community. This club is extremely successful, currently preparing several boxers for their first competition. As a result of the fantastic opportunity to have our own affiliated boxing club on site and being able to work with the ABA our Boxing Academy continues to grow and build on previous successes. Several of our boxers help out during club nights as well as assisting in local primary schools and at Disability Sporting Events.

The Coaching and Teaching AcademyNow in its 5th successful year, the Coaching and Teaching Academy continues to develop and recognise the outstanding young coaches and teachers that we have in and around Doncaster. The aim of this Academy is to provide aspiring leaders with an exciting and diverse range of coaching experiences to ensure that every individual goes on to fulfil their potential, whether it be in sports coaching, teaching, managing or leadership.

This Academy is proud to have an unrivalled reputation throughout Yorkshire; cemented by the students

exceptional commitment and dedication to providing excellent coaching sessions in secondary schools, primary schools, local community clubs and local and at regional competitions. The Academy is an integral part of theCollege and its local primary schools, receiving several prestigious awards for outstanding commitment to competition.

Students will follow a structured timetable, receiving a minimum of six hours of coaching time per week to refine their skills, in addition to attending courses and receiving mentoring from Academy staff. The Coaching and Teaching Academy is proud to offer a unique opportunity for students to become exceptional sports leaders and coaches. This unique Academy attracts students who aspire to be sports coaches or PE teachers of the future, and provides them with the opportunity to develop skills necessary to thrive in these fields of employment.

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“ “Balby Academy of Sporthas an excellent reputation in helping students achieve academically as well as in our chosen Academy route. We have so many opportunities available

to us, and I feel very privileged and proud to wear the Balby Academy of

Sport badge.

Nathaniel RothwellCoaching & Teaching

Academy

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Student Care & Guidance16-19 Bursary

The aim of this funding is designed to help support students who face the greatest barriers to continuing in post 16 education. Balby Carr annually has received a sum of money to distribute tostudents through this bursary.

The Bursary Fund has 2 elements:

Tier 1Vulnerability

This group are young people in care or care leavers, in receipt of income support or are disabled young people in receipt of Employment Support Allowance who also receive a Disability Living Allowance. This group will be eligible to receive a bursary of £1,200 a year. The student’s attendance must be 95% or above and they must be makingpositive progress.

Tier 2Discretionary Award

We will use our discretion to make awards to students in ways that best fit the needs and circumstances of our students. This funding will be targeted towards those students who face

financial barriers to participation, such as the costs of transport, opportunities, visits, books and equipment. Students will be eligible to apply for this if their parents’ total income is under £31,000. In addition to this, a student’s attendance must be 95% or above and they must have a positive progress and behaviour record. Students that fit into Tier 2 will be able to apply each term.

Academic Support, Target Setting & Reporting

Our philosophy is that each student is an individual and their unique nature is valued and developed. We have high expectations of all our students and whatever their personal goal our staff at Balby Carr will help them become the best they can be in their chosen pathway.

It is essential that students are set challenging, individual targets in line with their prior achievements. Students are carefully monitored by their teachers at all times during their Sixth Form experience and there will be review points for all of our students where they will receive feedback on progress. Recommendations, action and support will be provided as appropriate during individual reviews. The timetable of events for our Academic Guidance & Support programme can be found on the next two pages.

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Date Activity Year 12 Information

September Target GradesTarget grades are allocated to you in line with your average GCSE points score. These will be

explained to you in each of your chosen subjects.

SeptemberParents

Consultation Evening

A Parents Consultation Evening will take place to share expectations of the course & how you have

settled in to the Sixth Form.

November Tracking & Target Setting 1

Teachers will award progress according to the quality of your work on your AS/BTEC courses so far. Academic Mentors will discuss these grades

with yourself and your parents at 1-2-1 Day and offer guidance as to how to improve your

performance.

December Rehersal Exams Students studying A Level subjects will take rehearsal exams during this month.

February Reports A summative report which provides statements towards progress.

FebruaryParents

Consultation Evening

A meeting with Subject Teachers to ensure parents are fully aware of progress and challenges

prior to examinations. You may still need advice for effective improvement in specific subject

areas.

March Tracking & Target Setting 2

A similar process of reviews will take place with Academic Mentors to ensure action and advice

offered at Review 1 has been effective. New targets may be set.

May/June Start of Exams External AS exams take place during this time.

June Tracking & Target Setting 3

Action and advice towards exams and the possibility of continuing at A2.

June/July Induction to Year 13

Induction of students moving from Year 12 to Year 13. Visit to Higher Education Fairs and University

Open Days. Information is made available on student finance.

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Date Activity Year 13 Information

SeptemberPost Educationand University

Preparation

Celebration of AS results. Strategies for AS retakes discussed. Students prepare UCAS applications. Academic Mentors collate estimated A2 grades and begin reference writing. Higher Education

Evening to inform parents and students about the University process.

October OxbridgeApplications

Parents Consultation Evening to discuss summer AS results. Deadline for applying to Oxbridge

October 15th.

November Tracking & Target Setting 1

Teachers will award progress according to AS grades obtained and the quality of your work on

your A2 course. Academic Mentors will review grades needed for university application and offer

guidance as to how to improve performance.

December UCAS & A LevelRehersal Exams

UCAS applications completed and interviews will begin. Students studying A Levels will take

rehearsal exams during this month.

January Exam Results AS & A2 exam results issued from January rehearsal exams.

February

Reports & Parents

ConsultationEvening

To review the A2 course and a meeting with Subject Teachers to ensure students can plan

strategically prior to examinations.

February Finance Information provided and application made for Student Finance.

March Tracking & Target Setting 2

Review will take place with Academic Mentors to ensure advice offered at Review 1 has been

effective. Review of university applications.

May/June Start of A2 Exams Module exams completing the A level course.

July Assembly A formal Leavers Assembly will take place.

Year 13Academic Guidance & Support

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The Sixth Formoffers a good range of subjects to

choose from to suit everyones tastes. The teachers are always around for support and additional help when

needed, and are so passionate about making you achieve the results

you deserve. The careers centre is an invaluable resource for future

educational or career path decision making.

“ “Chloe EwensYear 13

Careers GuidanceSound careers guidance is essential if the goals of our students are to be realised. We therefore provide careers lessons to support careers development:

Help and advice is available whenever you require it. In particular, close contact is maintained with Mrs Trout, Careers & Work Related Learning Manager, who provides support to students during the two years in the Sixth Form. Further individual consultation with Sixth Form Mentors are given on applications to Higher Education and employment.

The College has close links with many universities including Sheffield Hallam and York, and through the ‘Next Steps’ project delivered by York University, students have the opportunity to be involved in a range of workshops, activities, and residentials that will support their application to University. Visits, speakers and conferences are all arranged at various times to give students access to the detailed information they require. There will be advice on choosing courses, institutions, finance and general post 18 information. The Sixth Form careers room is well stocked with prospectuses and all the information you require.

Work Shadowing is encouraged for Year 12 A Level students, particularly

during holidays. Mock interviews are available on request to all students, prior to a formal external interview.Sixth Form Academic Mentors are trained in the UCAS application process. Specialist advice on Cambridge and Oxford University, Vocational Degrees like Medicine, Law and Engineering, Physiotherapy and bursaries are made available.

The staff involved are experienced across the whole spectrum of possibilities available to you after the Sixth Form. Support is particularly focussed at the crucial time when AS and A2 results are announced.

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Form & Academy offer a wide variety of subjects and

qualifications to suit any form of University or employment. The

teachers and tutors will push you to achieve whatever you are aiming for in life. The Sixth Form

offers a wide range of support for your career choice, subject

choices, pastoral sessions and has many opportunities such as visits

to national businessesand Universities.

AndrewMcGareyYear 13

Care & GuidanceAll students are assigned to an AcademicMentor. The Sixth Form Mentors are all experienced teachers with a commitment to post 16 Education. There is the opportunity for daily contact with Mentors who will oversee your time in the Sixth Form.

All students are required to sign a Sixth Form Learner Agreement which focuses on making the most of their opportunities.

Great care is taken to follow the progressof each individual student. Any problems will initially be taken up with the student concerned. Parents will be contacted should the need arise and they are, of course, always encouraged to contact us should they themselves have cause for concern.

Initial target setting is reviewed with Mentors throughout Year 12. By September, Year 13 students are ready to write their final personal statements which provide an excellent foundation for UCAS and job applications.

A formal pastoral programme is also followed by each student as part of their Advice and Guidance lessons. All students benefit from study and team building skills on entry to the Sixth Form, life skills such as cooking, ironing, financial literacy as well as reading and revision techniques help prepare for examinations.

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Independant study is an essential element within the Sixth Form. It is expected that you will take responsibility to organise your study time and meet deadlines. Progress will be monitored every half term, with targets being set to ensure you strive towards your potential.

The School Careers Library is open throughout the school day and may be used by students at all times. It containsan extensive range of information about careers and higher education. A wide range of reference books together with University and College prospectuses can be accessed.

Balby Carr offersmany opportunities especially

when it comes to thinking about life after Sixth Form. We are ableto make informed choices about

our pathways and we havegreat pastoral support and

guidance lessons.

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Simran KaurYear 13

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Matthew ShepherdYear 12

StudyingBiology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics

Chloe LaceyYear 12

StudyingGirls Football (Academy)

Taurai MavhuruYear 12

StudyingMathematics, Physics and ICT

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Choosing to study at Balby Academy of Sport was a great decision. I have

to travel quite a distance every day to get to college,

but it is well worth the journey. The staff are so

enthusiastic and motivate us to achieve our

very best.

The Sixth form has provided me with opportunity

to unlock my potential and gain new skills and

experiences.

Balby Carr has a great community and

atmosphere, it really feels like home. Every day I turn up I know I’ll always have a great deal of support and guidance from both staff

and students if I everneed it.

Jessica FlowersYear 12

StudyingEnglish, Law and Psychology

Jack WaltersYear 13

StudyingBoys Football (Academy)

Leapinto Learning

Landin a Career

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“ “Balby Academy of

Sport has given me so many opportunities and experiences that I would never have been given elsewhere. Choosing to

study here was one of the best decisions I have made. I have made some fantastic

friendships that will last a life time.

Balby Carr is a fantastic place for learning and has

a great range of courses on offer. The transition from Year 11 to Sixth Form was

easy due to the advice, support and guidance

provided.

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Progression RoutesWe pride ourselves at Balby Carr in giving each one of our students individualised,first rate advice and guidance for their next steps after Sixth Form study. BalbyCarr Post 16 students once again recorded excellent results at A2 in 2013. For the third successive year 100% of our students that applied to university secured a place. However, other students have been successful in securing a number of vocational progression routes due to the nature of the courses studied at Post 16.

Some examples of our outstanding results

Adam Chappell received A Level results AAB and has taken up a place at Loughborough University studying Computer Science.

Charlotte Finch achieved A Levels ABCC and is now studying Criminology & Sociology at Royal Holloway University, London.

Alza Rasheed achieved A Levels BBBC and is now studying Law at Brunel University London.

Alice Thorpe achieved A Levels ABC and has set up her own Photography business.

In 2013, eighteen of our Academy students obtained exceptional results, 3 Distinction Stars in BTEC Sport, two

of these have secured scholarships in America and Canada:

Olivia Goddard D*D*D*University of Arkansas at Little Rock - Football Scholarship

Katie Waddell D*D*D*Saint Leo University, Florida - Football Scholarship

In addition, two of our A Level students are also studying in America:

Olivia Winning (AAC)New Orleans University, USA - Golf Scholarship

Lauren Santoro (ACD)Palm Beach Atlantic University, Florida - Football Scholarship

This is in addition to the nineteen students that have already secured places in colleges all across America and Canada.

We will support all pathway options: many of our students have gone on to apprentiships, employment or have joined the armed forces.

Beant SinghApprenticeship at Noel Village

Dominic SkidmoreBMX Professional

Jo DeanGolf Professional

These provide excellent examples of thevariety of successful pathways Balby Carr students can achieve as a result of their first class education.

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Destinations2011-13 Progression Routes

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Level 2 Sixth FormSixth Form 40%

Employment 40%

Apprenticeship 20%

Level 3 Combined Sixth Form Academy

University 45.5% 56% 31%Employment 30% 11% 56%

Further Education 5.7% 9% 1%Apprenticeship 3.3% 2% 4%

Gap Year 1.5% 2% 0%Scholarship 3.3% 2% 4%

Other 10.7% 16% 4%

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There were 142 students at Level 3 in 2012-13 (Sixth Form 89, Academy 53)

There were 9 students at Level 2 in 2012-13

All of our Level 2 students secured a new pathway as a result of their Level 2 programmes of study.

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“GraceThomas

Former StudentLincoln University,

Criminology &Social Policy

The hard work and dedication from all members of staff didn’t

just help me pursue my ambitions but also

shaped me as a person. The substantial effort and

advice that was given freely was fundamentally

important in thetransition from

Sixth Form to University.

Name

Armitage, JakeAsomaning, RuthBamford, RebeccaBrown, MichaelBrown, RachelChappell, AdamClarke, MatthewCooper, AndrewCork, CharlotteCraven, ChloeDaniels, CaseyDavis, KatieDawson, AdamDean, JoeDear, AdamDent, JadeDown, HannahEmmonds, NicoleFinch, CharlotteGoddard, OliviaHallam, LewisHassan, AlzaIvanov, MarkJohnson, AliciaJones, JackKetteringham, AbiKisa, Birsen

Destination

Northumbria UniversityAston UniversityTeeside UniversityLeeds Met UniversityDoncaster UniversityLoughborough UniversityEmploymentHull UniversityLeeds UniversitySheffield Hallam UniversityUniversity of West of EnglandLondon Southbank UniversitySheffield Hallam UniversityGolf ProfessionalLeeds Met UniversityLincoln UniversitySheffield Hallam UniversityEmploymentRoyal Holloway University Scholarship - Arkansas, USALeeds Met UniversityBrunel UniversityUniversity of HuddersfieldSheffield Hallam UniversityBUWE UniversityYork St John UniversityLincoln University

Course

Sports CoachingInternational Politics and LanguageCrime and InvestigationSports CoachingEarly Childhood StudiesComputer ScienceBTBusiness Management and ITSport and Exercise SciencesEducation Studies with PsychologyMathematicsPsychologyWeb Systems DesignGolf ProfessionalBusiness Information TechnologyInternational Tourism ManagementPhysical EducationCarerCriminology & SociologyScholarshipPhysical EducationLawBusiness ManagementSports Development & CoachingScience FoundationEnglish Language & LinguisticsArchitecture

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Destination

Derby UniversityLondon Southbank UniversityNOTRE UniversitySheffield Hallam UniversityEmploymentSheffield Hallam UniversitySheffield Hallam UniversityApprenticeshipLeeds Met UniversitySheffield Hallam UniversityEdge Hill UniversityLeeds Met UniversityDance AcademyLeeds Met UniversitySheffield Hallam UniversityApprenticeshipSheffield Hallam UniversityProfessional BMX RacingBishop Grosseteste UniversityTeeside UniversityYork St John UniversityLeeds Met UniversityScholarship - Tulane Uni, USA

Course

Forensic ScienceLaw with SociologySociologyCriminology & SociologyEngineeringSports Business ManagementPsychologyTrack EngineeringBiomedical ScienceLaw with SociologySecondary RE (QTS)Games DesignDanceHuman GeographyEngineeringNoel Village AdministrationAccounting & FinanceProfessional BMX RacingPrimary Education (QTS)Computer Games ArtYoung People & FamiliesSociologyGolf Scholarship

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Name

Knapp, AliceLourenco, AlexanderMain, KellyMakuch, ChelseaMcMillan, LukeMoscardini, AlexMumtaz, RaminaMusson, KeithNaweed, FrahnazOliver, JodieParish, SadieParkin, RyannQuinn, DanielleRichardson, VictoriaSayles, ZacSingh, BeantSingh, GurdasSkidmore, MoninicSmith, BethanySpinks, JordanStovin, LucyWhitworth, RebeccaWinning, Olivia

Balby Academy of Sport gave me the best start to my future. I have just started my degree course at Sheffield University, and I don’t think I would have got there without the support, encouragement and guidance from all the Staff at Balby Carr. The staff are fantastic role models and because of their passion and enthusiasm for sport I am now

training to become a PEteacher.

Jasmine WrightFormer StudentSheffield Hallam

University

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Bethany Smith

Studying Primary Education (QTS) at Bishop Grosseteste University

“ “

Balby Carr Sixth Formplayed a massive role in helping me achieve the

exam results that I got and a place in the University that I desperately wanted to go to. Without all of the help and

support from the Sixth Form team, I would have found it

extremely difficult to apply for University.

Adam Dawson

Studying Web Systems Design at Sheffield Hallam University

“ “The support I received

during the Sixth Form was phenomenal. Staff always went out of their way to

help students reach their potential and improve even further, such as additional

lessons after school. Without their constant enthusiasm in lessons, I doubt I would be at

University today.

“ “

Through Balby Carr Iwas allowed to expand my

success not only on the soccer field but also in education. I

was able to increase my depth of knowledge when it came to studying my A levels, the smaller class sizes made the teaching feel personal and supportive, and from this I

learned considerablymore.

“Lauren Santoro

Football Scholarship at Northwood University, Florida, USA

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Balby Carr Sixth Form & Academy of Sport Prospectus 2014-15Designed by Scott Gunn | © Balby Carr Community Academy 2013

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The support I receivedfrom the Sixth Form was

amazing. Staff put their time and effort in to support me

with my Post 18 options, providing the advice and

guidance to get me where I am today. The staff are not just teachers or managers,

they are also long term colleagues.

“ “The support I received

from Balby Carr was incredible. The staff were always on hand

to help and if ever I had a problem or a worry there was always someone there to talk to. Without the support and

guidance given I would not be in the position I am today. I will

forever be grateful for what Balby Carr has helped

me achieve.

“ “

Balby Carr is a greatplace to go. I was able to get

the results I needed to get into my first choice University

which was down to the hard work of the staff and

great facilities. The support I received was amazing when deadlines needed to be met

or a personal statement needed writing.

Andrew Cooper

Studying Business Management with IT at The University of Hull

Sadie Parish

Studying at Edge Hill University -Secondary RE (QTS)

Lewis Hallam

Studying Sports Coaching at Leeds Metropolitan University

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