Sixth Form
Welcome to the Sixth Form.
We hope that you find the information and links useful and informative.
Preston Manor Sixth Form has a long running tradition of being one of the best performing school Sixth Forms in the UK; we have been ranked in the top 10% nationally for our Contextual Value Added (CVA). In addition to our outstanding results, the Sixth Form has been deemed 'Outstanding' in our last two Ofsted inspections:
- Excellent teaching
'The quality of teaching and learning is outstanding... Students report that "teachers are excellent!" Students' attitudes to work are very good and often exceptional.'
- Excellent student support
'Students' contribution to the school and other schools is extensive through mentoring programmes. They are highly motivated and develop good independent learning and critical thinking skills that prepare them well for higher education and progression to employment.'
- Excellent student progression and Higher Education opportunities
'Opportunities for enrichment are excellent and large proportions of students participate in these and fund-raising activities.'
- Excellent leadership and management
'Leadership and management of the sixth form are excellent.'
The Sixth Form has a highly skilled, supportive and dedicated team of two Directors of VI Form and 19 Academic Tutors. Our expertise and effective team work mean that we are able to meet the needs of our diverse Sixth Form students.
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Music by Preston Manor student Rahim 'Reload' Palton. Name of Track: Livin' The Life
Courses
We offer a comprehensive range of AS and A Levels in addition to Applied Courses. Please download the prospectus or curriculum booklet for further information.
Year 13 Entry Requirements
Students who are enrolled on the two year A Level Course must meet the minimum entry requirements of three D grades at AS Level, in order to continue with the A2 programme in September. Where students have completed four AS level subjects, they continue with the three subjects in which they achieved the higher grades. Students who achieve an E grade in any AS subject(s) are NOT permitted to continue with the subject(s) at A level. In addition, students who achieve the top grades in their AS subjects, may be permitted to continue with four A levels in year 13, in negotiation with the VI Form Management.
Students who fail to meet the minimum entry requirements for the A Level Course are advised to seek an alternative programme of study at other Further Education Institutions. In exceptional circumstances only, students may be seen by a member of the VI Form Management to discuss possible options for remaining at Preston Manor.
Prior to receiving their AS exam results, students will be advised as to the enrolment procedures for all returning A Level students.