Baysgarth School
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Address: Barrow Road, Barton Upon Humber, , DN18 6AE View Map
About: INTRODUCTIONBaysgarth Sixth Form is comparatively small, with 68 students in Years 12 and 13 in October 2008. The small size allows students to be valued and known. There is a heavy investment in pastoral care and a student's education and individual needs are always paramount.Since September 2008, Baysgarth Sixth Form has been part of the Brigg and Barton Consortium.PHILOSOPHYThe Sixth Form aims to provide a smooth transition between a student's school and adult life, a time which is both exciting and challenging. Students experience an adult atmosphere where they become role models and create a sense of aspiration for younger students.WHY STUDY at BAYSGARTH SIXTH FORM?•High academic standards – 100% pass rate at A2 in 2007•All students who left in 2007 and 2008 gained places at the universities of their choice•A long tradition of post-16 education•A wide choice of courses•Dedicated experienced staff, may of whom are involved with national exam boards as moderators and examiners•Small class sizes which mean that students can receive all the attention and support that they need straightaway. (The nearest sixth form college has 1900 students)•Caring, understanding and trained tutors who already know the students well•An experienced learning mentor who supports all aspects of learning and individual issues•A comfortable, familiar, and easily accessible environment in which to work•Students are part of a close-knit, sociable, supportive Sixth Form where they care, look after, and respect each other•Time and money saved because there is less travelling•There is no uniform•Sporting activities open to all•Performance and Visual Arts, including Music, Dance, Drama and Art, provide opportunities for extra activities•Chances to perform in Rock Challenge, talent show, fashion show, concerts, productions, choir, orchestra and bands•Other qualifications can be studied for, eg. Sports Leadership, ALAN•There are subject-specific field trips•In the last two years residential trips to places both near and far have been offered, including New York, Hong Kong, Barcelona, Dublin, Wales, London, Amsterdam, Germany and China•Regular team-building trips include paintballing at Elsham, silliness at Big Fun in Hull, bowling and cinema visits•Social events include Christmas Dinner, Christmas Fancy Dress, Halloween Disco and Leavers’ Prom•A Sixth Form Council which ensures that ideas, views and opinions are always heard•Strong links with universities•Specialist advice with UCAS applications•Financial advice and support through EMA and hardship grants•Dedicated time for careers guidance
Contact: Mr Colin Saywell
Email: admin.baysgarth@northlincs.gov.uk
Telephone: 01652 632576
Fax: 01652 635973
Website: www.baysgarthschool.co.uk
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Additional Information: QUALIFICATIONSMost students study three or four A level/BTEC subjects in Year 12 and most continue with three in Year 13. Each subject has four timetabled hours per week. A minimum of an extra two hours study in school and three hours at home per subject is expected each week. An hour of community work is timetabled in the first term of each year and students are encouraged to participate in some sporting activity.Acceptance into the Sixth Form is dependent upon GCSE results, with a minimum of a grade C required in the subject to be studied. However, in some cases entry to the course can be without a GCSE in that subject, for example, those subjects that are not available lower down the school.FACILITIESThe Sixth Form Centre has a large common room equipped with IKEA furniture and a pool table. This area gives students space to socialise and relax. Students are also given a shared locker and a post tray.There is a well-equipped kitchen where students can prepare food and drinks. There is also a large work-room equipped with networked computers and a printer. This ensures that there is always space for quiet private study. Another room in the Sixth Form Centre has a library area where university prospectuses and information about other higher education courses are available.GENERALStudents are given a specially-designed Sixth Form planner which helps them to stay organised. Rewards, for example high street shopping vouchers, are given to those students who show commitment to their community activity. Regular newsletters home confirm important dates and events.