The document outlines the sixth form evening at West Lakes Academy, detailing the school's academic performance, course offerings, and entry requirements for A Level and BTEC qualifications. It highlights the support provided to students, including enrichment opportunities and financial aid options. Key dates for applications and events are also included, emphasizing the importance of meeting application deadlines.

1. Sixth Form Evening
Thursday 15th January 2015

2. Welcome
Welcome
Purpose of this evening
The programme
Plan A and plan B
The immediate future
Results
The longer term

3. • Average points score per student (A level)
883.1
• Average points score per entry (A level)
219.1
• A level pass rate
100%
• Average point score per student (Vocational)
892.4
• Average point score per entry (Vocational)
233.7
Results place us in top 25% Nationally (based on ALPS)
Outstanding results

4. • Outstanding success rates
• Wide range of A level courses
• Applied courses
• Enrichment opportunities
• 5 x 55 min lessons a week (A and AS courses)
• Wide range of extra curricular activities and
community service opportunities
Reasons to study at WLA

5. Individual support, facilitation and guidance supplied
• Apprenticeships
• Oxbridge (Golden Triangle)
• Russell Group (e.g. Newcastle or Durham)
• 1994 Group (e.g. Lancaster or Loughborough)
• Million+ Universities (e.g. University of Cumbria)
• University Alliance (e.g. Northumbria University)
• Employment
• Post 18 Enrichment
A Route for everyone

6. AS and A level and BTEC Level 3 qualifications.
• The move to linearity
• The “de-coupling” of AS and A level
• Subject and specification change
• Most “coursework”elements have been removed
(Art, English, History, Science A levels)
• English language, English literature, biology,
chemistry, physics, history, art and design, fine art
LEVEL 3 REFORM 2015 TO 2017

7. Subjects identified by universities, all available at WLA
• Mathematics and Further Mathematics
• English Literature
• Physics
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Geography
• History
• Languages
‘Facilitating’ subjects

8. Which Level is appropriate?
Students in the top 25% of schools and colleges (ALPS):
Approximate GCSE
grades
Target Level 3 BTEC Target grades at AS
(ALPS)
A – A* Distinction* A
Mainly B’s with some A
and C grades
Merit/Distinction C
Mainly C’s with some B
and D grades
Merit D

9. Subject Options
Column A
(5 Lessons)
Column B
(5 Lessons)
Column C (5
Lessons)
Column D (5
Lessons)
Column E (5
Lessons)
Column F (3
Lessons)
Column G (3
Lessons)
Art (Fine Art)
English
Literature
English
Language
Chemistry Maths*
GCSE English
GCSE MathsGeography Biology Physics
Design
Technology
BTEC H&S
(Double)
BTEC Business
(single)
Music Performing Arts BTEC IT (single) Art (A&D)
Further Maths (2
lessons)
Diploma in Food
Science and
Nutrition
BTEC IT
(double)
BTEC H&S
(single)
BTEC PE
Level 3 Core
MathsApplied Science
BTEC Business
(Double)
French BTEC IT (single)
History
BTEC IT/Business BTEC PE BTEC H&S /Childcare
Level 2 (GCSE equivalent) courses
Students choose 4 subjects – 1 from each of 4 columns

10. For A Levels – At least 5 GCSE (or equivalent) subjects at
grade A*-C, including English, Maths and the subject you
wish to study
Some A Level subjects require you to have B grades in
Maths, English, Science and the subject you wish to study
Detailed on subject summary sheets
Entry requirements:
What do I need to get in?

11. For BTEC subjects, you need 5 GCSE (or equivalent)
subjects at A*-C, with at least grade D in English and Maths
and a C grade or Merit in the subject to be studied
If you do not have at least C grade in English and Maths,
you will re-sit during the Sixth Form
Certain subjects have different requirements please check
subject sheets
Entry requirements:
What do I need to get in?

12. ‘A’ Level General Studies
Level 3 Extended Project Qualification
Arts Award
Supported Independent Study
AQA Baccalaureate
Extra curricular opportunities
What else is on offer?

13. Taster day in the summer term
Induction period in September
Tutors
A dedicated Sixth Form area for social and study periods
Supported Independent Study
A dedicated area within the Resources centre/library, with PC stations
Access to our wireless network using your technology
Regular one to one meetings to monitor and support progress
Dedicated pastoral head of year
Supporting the step up

14. Students’ perspective

15. • Prefect roles
• Volunteering within the Academy e.g. Film Club, helping with
Year 7 students
• Subject ambassadors and paired reading
• Volunteering beyond WLA e.g. local charities or primary
schools
• Copeland-Rungwe Tanzania Link
• Duke of Edinburgh (Bronze/Silver/Gold)
• School Council
• Sixth Form committee
Opportunities for Enrichment

16. PRIORITY ONE:
Students in a defined vulnerable group will be eligible for a bursary of £1200 a
year
PRIORITY TWO:
Students who are in receipt of free school meals or have a total household
income of £16190 or less can apply for a weekly bursary
PRIORITY THREE:
Students who have a total household income of between £16190 and £25000
can apply for a discretionary bursary for specific educational purposes
Students who successfully apply for any of the above priorities will also be able
to access a small emergency fund for exceptional circumstances if they can
show an identifiable financial need
Financial Support

17. Transport
• No universal funding
• Application via WLA
• £360 for the year
• Within catchment but
outside 2 miles
• Letter in pack

18. What happens next?
Guides available

19. • Complete an application form – deadline 27th February
• ‘Interviews’ with Mr Simpson and Miss Robson will take place over
the next few weeks
• April: Conditional offers of Sixth Form places sent out
• Wednesday 8th July: Sixth Form Taster day, 8.30am - 3.30pm
• Thursday 20th August: GCSE results: advice available 10am – 2pm
(Confirm your place or seek advice about options)
• Friday 21st August: Head of Sixth Form available 10am - 12 noon
What happens next?

20. Now…
• Any questions please contact West Lakes
Academy:
– 01946820356
– sixthform@westlakesacademy.org.uk
• Complete an application form and return this
to the Academy by 27th February