Why Choose Us? - Worcester Sixth Form College

Welcome to the College

Welcome to the Worcester Sixth Form College website and thank you for your interest in our College.

As Principal of Worcester Sixth Form College I am honoured to work as part of an outstanding team of teaching and support staff who ensure our students get the best possible support, opportunities, experience and outcomes.

Our aim is to empower our students to thrive academically and personally so that they can achieve the highest possible academic outcomes and secure a positive progression route. At Worcester Sixth Form College you will find others who share your interests, make new friends and be part of an environment that encourages you to achieve your best.

Worcester Sixth Form College is the stepping stone between school and university, an apprenticeship or employment, and we are committed to preparing students through excellent pastoral care, outstanding careers and Higher Education guidance. Our teachers are all experts in their subjects and specialists in 16-19 education.

Our facilities are first rate, and our students achieve excellent results, enabling them to gain the qualifications they need for the degree, apprenticeship or employment of their choice.

We offer the widest choice of A Levels in Worcestershire as well as a range of Applied and Technical qualifications which are highly valued by universities, employers and apprenticeship providers.

Deciding to stay in education and choosing the right place for your sixth form studies is a very significant step. Worcester Sixth Form College is the ideal environment to achieve your academic potential as well as to develop your independence, skills and confidence so that you are successful when it comes to meeting the challenges ahead.

Our timetable allows you to combine the qualifications that best match your abilities and interests giving you the greatest opportunity to enjoy your courses and to be successful.

Everyone is encouraged to choose from a wide range of enrichment that will develop your confidence and skills as well as boosting your motivation to succeed. These optional activities include sports, performing arts, maths and science academies, Student Union and Student Ambassadors.

This prospectus will help you to find out about College and our courses. We also have a number of Open Events where you can meet our staff and learn about the excellent opportunities available to you.

All our staff will be pleased to give you advice or answer any questions you might have about your sixth form studies. I look forward to welcoming you to the College and very much hope that you will choose to join us.

Jane Jenkins
Principal

Equality

We are proud to be an inclusive organisation where individual differences are accepted and valued and where everyone is able to fulfil their potential in a welcoming, safe and non threatening environment. Worcester Sixth Form College is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion for students, employers, community groups, staff, governors, members of the public and for others who come into contact with the College.

Safeguarding

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our students. It has taken an active role in multi-agency work where child, or vulnerable adult, protection concerns arise. The following principles underpin decisions and actions: our approach aims to achieve the best outcome for students; all our staff have a responsibility and receive regular training; our personnel procedures aim for best practice in relation to safer recruitment; work with other agencies is valued and matters surrounding information sharing and confidentiality are informed by the Worcestershire Safeguarding Children Board (WSCB).

The College Mission

Worcester Sixth Form College’s mission is to provide a safe and supportive learning environment in which 16 to 19 year old students from Worcestershire and adjacent areas achieve outstanding academic outcomes and personal development to equip them to progress to university, employment or an apprenticeship of their choice.