SIXTH FORM
WELCOME TO CWLC SIXTH FORM
Headteacher’s Sixth Form Perspective
It is now five years since the opening of our fabulous Sixth Form.
Headteacher’s Sixth Form Perspective
It is now five years since the opening of our fabulous Sixth Form. This is no longer an exciting new venture but a very successful embedded part of our 11-18 school, with:
- Students at all levels achieving huge success, either going on to top universities or major apprenticeships. Every year, 100% leave to a chosen course or employment.
- Key staff who are experts at KS5 – graduates in their course, markers for the exam boards, county leaders in their areas, experts in writing UCAS/A-level references.
- Clear processes that work. Students do not lose out when staff are ill, lessons are covered not cancelled, work is set. Silent, monitored study ensures a structure to the week, which helps students make the transition from GCSE to KS5.
The results of the first three cohorts have been fantastic, with on average:
- 99% of students achieving A*-E grades.
- 48% of students achieving A*-B grades.
- 100% of students achieving a university place, apprenticeship or work placement.
- Excellent attendance.
Head of Sixth Form Matthew Mobberley
In joining Christopher Whitehead Sixth Form, students become part of a vibrant and supportive community in which they and staff work collegiately to foster an ethos of academic excellence and a love of learning.
Head of Sixth Form Matthew Mobberley
In joining Christopher Whitehead Sixth Form, students become part of a vibrant and supportive community in which they and staff work collegiately to foster an ethos of academic excellence and a love of learning.
Our students benefit from a balance of support and challenge, enabling them to develop into independent young adults equipped with the skills desired by universities and employers.
The sixth form at Christopher Whitehead boasts its own sense of identity, established by our exceptional students, whilst remaining an integral part of the school. We encourage all of our sixth form students to get involved, whether taking on leadership responsibilities within the sixth form, or developing their skills supporting staff and students in the lower school.
This is a happy community, with outstanding pastoral support and high standards, where students challenge themselves and learn who they are, as they embark on the next exciting stage of their academic career.
Our warm ethos has welcomed students from schools across the county and beyond, with almost 30% of students joining from elsewhere. Every single one of these ceases to be an ‘external student’ and very quickly becomes a Christopher Whitehead Sixth Former.
