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Entry Requirements Each qualification has its own entry requirements. The purpose of this is to ensure students choose the right level of qualification to suit their learning abilities. You do not have to choose TSFE to continue your studies. If you do we will demand the very best from you to achieve your full potential. The main entry requirements to study at TSFE are: Having the right attitude towards learning

  • Excellent attendance.
  • Excellent punctuality.

Each individual qualification has its own entry requirement so you will have to check carefully to ensure you meet the strict criteria to access the course. If you are wishing to study A levels in the sixth form then you must have achieved a minimum of 5 A* - C grades, it is also strongly advised that you have a grade A or B in the subjects you may wish to study (this is not mandatory for most subjects). GCSE re-sit Examinations

  • If you did not achieve a grade C or above in English Language or Mathematics, you will have the opportunity to re-sit these examinations in the sixth form
  • If you achieved a grade D in any of the two subjects available you will be able to access an immediate re-sit class
  • If you achieved a grade E or below in these subjects then you will be able to access classes that will prepare you for your re-sit examinations

For further information on entry requirements, please contact the Head of Sixth Form Benefits of the Sixth Form A structured pastoral programme will provide the support and guidance every post 16 student will need to be successful and get the most out of their sixth form experience. Sixth formers will be registered twice daily and will assemble for a briefing in the same way that all staff do at least once a week in the sixth form building. The type of activities available to all students will range from:

  • CV's
  • Careers Programme
  • Time Management
  • Sixth Form Mentoring
  • DVLA Safe Drivers
  • Work Experience
  • Citizenship Programme
  • Literacy
  • Community based programmes
  • Personal Statements
  • Work / Life Balance
  • Workshops / Master Classes
  • Reading Programme
  • Summer Schools
  • Guest Speakers
  • Sixth Form Council
  • Numeracy
  • UCAS
  • Revision Skills
  • Managing your finance
  • Gifted & Talented
  • University visits
  • Sixth Form newpaper
  • Conferences
  • Voluntary work

Sixth form students will benefit from:

  • An ‘outstanding’ pastoral system which focuses around you as an individual
  • Small teaching groups
  • High quality teaching by experienced and well trained staff
  • A personal tutor who will provide a focal point of care, support and guidance
  • Excellent study facilities
  • Regular monitoring of progress involving Assessment Tracking
  • Easy access to ICT facilities
  • Community courses
  • Comfortable social area
  • Sound careers and guidance advice
  • Personal help with applications to university and employment
  • State of the art classrooms
  • A wide choice of enrichment opportunities