Sixth Form Prospectus

THE TUTORING SYSTEM Sixth Form pupils have a dedicated tutor in their House, who together with their Housemaster or Housemistress (HM) encourages and supports them in their academic endeavours. Tutors meet their tutees one to one and in tutorial groups weekly to discuss their progress and any issues that have arisen in the week. A team of 8–10 tutors in each House provides academic and pastoral support for the pupils. This means that academic support is available in most subjects within the House – supplementing the subject clinics run by each academic department. We believe that parents are integral to our pupils’ success, so parents meet with their children’s tutors and teachers early in the Lower Sixth year and receive regular updates, face to face and in writing, throughout the two-year course. A full briefing about what to expect over the two years, for academic progress, extension and enrichment, and the next steps in education, takes place soon after the start of term from the school’s academic leadership team. All Sixth Formers also meet with the Warden for a review, to discuss their academic progress and aspirations.

‘ I had a quick conversation with a tutee today about life in the Sixth Form. She told me it was amazing – when I got her to drill it down she said the lessons are great. The teachers often run the lessons like a discussion and they’re treated in a mature and respectful way which she enjoys and appreciates. ’ ANNA FIELDING, HOUSE TUTOR AND DIRECTOR OF IB

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