Sixth Form
"Students achieve well because of the good teaching and outstanding support they receive." Ofsted 2008
St. Mary's Sixth Form has an excellent reputation and a proven track record of academic success based on individual guidance, support and first class teaching.
In 2009 St. Mary’s A Level achievements were again outstanding, putting the school well ahead of all local schools including selective, independent schools. The Independent newspaper listed the top 200 Comprehensives nationwide, based on A2 average points score per student in which St. Mary’s was in the top ten.
St. Mary's offer a wide range of courses taught by experience and specialist staff, a caring and dedicated Sixth Form team, excellent study facilities and access to technology and a winning combination of high academic achievement and exciting extra curricular opportunities.
"Students' personal development is outstanding"
Ofsted 2008
Each student is assigned to a Student Progress Leader who oversees his or her academic progress. The Sixth Form team plays a major role in the personal, social and spiritual development of every student helping to prepare them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experience of life in Higher Education and employment.
Beyond the formal curriculum there are numerous opportunities for students to be involved in a broad range of activities including overseas expeditions and exchanges, fundraising events, a wide variety of sports and the mentoring of younger pupils. Students also have the opportunity to contribute to the running of the Sixth Form as prefects and Students Managers and through an elected Common Room Committee. Sixth Form also has representatives on the School Council, the Sports College Management Committee and the committee for Healthy Schools' Initiative and students are actively involved in all aspects of school life with opportunities for demonstrating leadership and initiative.
"Sixth Form students show excellent personal qualities: they are confident, sensible and articulate adults who enjoy schools and relish their additional responsibilities."
Ofsted 2008
