Student Information
Attendance
Studies show that there is a very strong correlation between attendance and exam success: the more you attend, the more likely you are to do well academically. Students must attend all timetabled lessons and study sessions and can be required to attend at other times in the school day. When not in one of these sessions, students may choose to work at school or at home. It is imperative that students sign in and out when leaving the site and that their behaviour outside of school reflects Oakgrove’s ethos and high standards.
Absence
Planned absence (including medical appointments):
Parents/carers should supply authorisation in advance, via email, telephone, text or by providing a written note.
Unexpected absence (including illness):
Parents/carers should contact the school by phone or email on the morning of the absence and on any subsequent days.
If a student needs to go home during the school day because they start to feel unwell, then they must inform the Sixth Form Office BEFORE leaving school. The team will then contact parents/carers before allowing the student to go home.
Sixth Form absence contact details:
Phone: 01908 545305 please leave a message
Email: sixthformabsences@oakgrove.school
Text: 07860 097184
Dress Code
Oakgrove Sixth Form students do not wear a uniform. However, students will be well presented and dress in an appropriate way. Students are required to wear their lanyards and identification at all times when in school.
Whilst there is a degree of flexibility, there are some items which will not be considered appropriate. These include: any ripped denim, sports shorts, cycle shorts, jogging bottoms, strappy, low-cut or crop tops, t-shirts with offensive writing/logos, over the knee boots or very short skirts/dresses/shorts (these must be at least at mid thigh length). Leggings can only be worn if a long top/tunic or skirt is worn over the top of them and reaches to the mid-thigh or below. No hats, hoods or any headwear except for religious reasons to be worn in the building. This list is not exhaustive and individual judgements may need to be made about the dress or appearance of students, by members of the Sixth Form Team or Senior Leadership Team.
Students also agree to the following restrictions whilst in and moving around main school:
- No mobile phones, headphones to be out or used in the main school. These will be subject to risk of confiscation.
- No hot drinks
Behaviour
We expect sixth formers to be responsible young adults. They are required to behave in a mature and responsible manner, setting a good example to students in the younger years.
Communication
Emails need to be checked regularly for updates on Sixth Form news, opportunities and events which students may like to be involved in, as well as information on University Taster Days and Careers Fairs.
Part-time Work
Oakgrove encourages students to have part time jobs, as this is a good way of developing key skills and gaining valuable work experience. However, students need to be sensible with the number of hours they choose to work. Sixth Form courses are more challenging than GCSEs and will require a lot of extra study; students need to leave themselves enough time to complete their sixth form work thoroughly, as well as finding time for their own interests. It is not recommended that students take paid employment of more than 12 hours per week. Additionally, this must not take place during school hours 8.30am to 3.00pm. Interviews should not take place during school hours.
Access to Resources
Sixth Form Study Centre
The Sixth Form Study Centre is open from 8.00am until 4.00pm, Monday to Friday.
Media Suite (MD1)
The Media Suite is available for students to use after school every day from 3.00pm – 4.00pm.
Library
The library is open to Sixth Form students during the school day, as well as after school, from 3.00pm – 4.00pm. There is a dedicated Sixth Form section within the library that students can use, as well as ICT resources.
Year 12 Higher Education Evening - Thursday 8 February 2024
Listed below is the Year 12 Higher Education Evening presentation and further useful information for students and parents/carers.
Student Finance - Year 13
Useful Websites
Contains details of all UK Higher Education Institutions and courses. The “Apply” link is the online application service. This website is a vital starting point and provides access to further information.
Careers platform
nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
Information and advice for young people.
Information and ideas on career choices or career change.
Contains statistics of recent graduates and information on what students can achieve with their degree.
Independent guide to UK universities, student life, gap years, open days and finance.
Help and information with locating university courses.
Help in choosing next steps.
Apprenticeships on offer.
Advice on options, if students decide that university is not the place for them.
CV-Library - search for job vacancies or register, so that employers can access students’ CVs.
Help for school leavers to make decisions about their future.
Finance
Information about applying for finance. Students and parents can register interest on line and be kept up to date by email.
Gap Year
Details on a wide range of gap year options.
Details about a year in Industry and student placements.
Information on working, volunteering and teaching jobs abroad.
Information on working in an American summer camp.
Study Abroad
Information on studying abroad.
The University Guys | University Applications: Stress reduced
Details on studying in the USA, including SAT tests.
Wellness
studentminds.org.uk/knowbeforeyougo
An e-resource, intended for Year 12-13 students, as they transition from school/college to university.
A charity promoting good mental health in young people.
For further information about the 16-19 Bursary, please go speak to Mrs Field in the Sixth Form Office.
