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Year 10 Raising Aspirations Evening
Our commitment to raising aspirations and opening our students’ eyes to the post-16 education and career routes is a high priority for our school and this particular evening very much followed our mind-set.
The evening was very well attended as parents and students took the opportunity to gather specific guidance and information from a range of speakers on post-Year 11 options.
The event began with a presentation from the Headteacher, Head of Sixth Form and Careers Lead and was followed by a series of optional workshops from which each family opted for their preferred two.
There was an apprenticeships talk delivered by Jessica Pieri from NGTU, information about starting your own business from Eleanor Campion, Caitlyn Atkins and the Chambers of Commerce and Newman University spoke about student finance. Elsewhere, the English Department gave further guidance about English at GCSE and jobs and university applications.
Mrs Cain, Assistant Headteacher, said: “The key to making a successful choice is to familiarise yourself with the options early and to make sure you hit the necessary milestones to reach your destination. It is important to remember that competition is high so every grade you can grab puts you a step ahead. It is crucial to realise that there is a direct link between the classroom and the world of work.”
Ms Mason, Headteacher, added: “It was fantastic to see such an excellent turnout. This evening certainly got the ball rolling on discussions at home and continues to flag up to Year 10s that their performance this year is critical in forming a successful application at the end of Year 11.”
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Sixth Form
Sixth Form Admissions Information
Thank you for your interest in joining our Sixth Form. We’re excited to support you on the next stage of your educational journey. To help you learn more about our courses and requirements, please take a moment to review our prospectus, as well as the guidance information for 2026 – 2027 which contains comprehensive details on the courses we offer, entry requirements, and key guidance to assist you in making an informed decision. You can also find more information about our Sixth Form provision here.
We warmly welcome and actively encourage external applicants to join our Sixth Form community. Whether you are continuing your studies with us or considering joining from another school, Chase Terrace Academy provides a friendly, inclusive, and opportunity-rich environment for all students.
If you require any guidance or support throughout the application process, our Sixth Form team is here to help. Please contact k.graham@chaseterraceacademy.co.uk with any questions.
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Applications can be submitted easily via our online application form and are open until Monday 1st December, so don’t miss your chance to be part of our Sixth Form community.
Further Information about the Chase Terrace Academy Sixth Form:
The Sixth Form contract of study is signed by our pupils and can be found here.
The Sixth Form Uniform Code can be found here.
The courses on offer for the 2026 – 2027 academic year can be found below:
A – Level Courses
| English | Psychology |
| Maths | Sociology |
| Physics | Photography |
| Chemistry | Art |
| Biology | Philosophy and Ethics |
| Geography | History |
Vocational Courses
| Sport |
| Creative Media |
| Business |
| Criminology |
| Health and Social Care |
| BTEC Science |
Types of course
We offer a wide range of courses to suit the needs and requirements of pupils. All of our subjects have specific entry requirements to support students in accessing the most suitable courses. We also provide guidance on particular groups of subjects that will provide the greatest chance of success for an individual. The main types of course that we offer are:
• A (Advanced) Level
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate
• GCSE Level (English Language and Mathematics resits)
A (Advanced) Level
An A (Advanced) level course comprises either four or six units studied over two years. A-Level pupils will sit final examinations at the end of the second year. Post-16 pupils who opt for an A-level programme of study will choose three subjects. Please see our recommended pathways table for further guidance.
Choosing your A-Level subjects
Pupil choices should be influenced by several important factors:
• Their ability in the subject concerned, or one closely related to it. For example, if an individual is thinking of choosing Psychology, a good grade in English and the Sciences is essential to be successful due to the specific skills required in that subject.
• Their ability to meet the general requirements for entry to particular courses (outlined in the individual course descriptions).
• Their level of interest in the subject.
• Their career aims and ambitions.
Some useful tips to consider when choosing subjects:
• If pupils do not choose Science subjects, they will be ruling out a Science-related degree in the future.
• Science, Computing and Engineering-related degrees will often ask for a Mathematics qualification at A Level. A Level Mathematics also provides significant support for those pupils doing A Level Science subjects.
• There are over 12,000 different degree courses on offer in Higher Education. Very many of these can be studied without needing to have an Advanced Level qualification in that specific area. For example, Law, Engineering, Politics and Criminology can all be accessed at high quality Universities following successful completion of Post-16 education.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate Courses
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate courses are suited to those pupils who have a particular interest in a broad career area and who intend either to enter employment at trainee management level, apply for higher level apprenticeships or go on to Higher Education to study for further qualifications.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate courses are assessed continuously through assignment and report work. Great emphasis is placed upon assignments being relevant to the world of work and the situations in which pupils will find themselves when they enter employment. As a result, whenever possible, we involve employers in the design and assessment of assignments and teaching strategies. There is a proportion of these courses which is assessed through an externally examined unit.
GCSE level resit courses
Post-16 pupils who have not achieved at least a 4 grade in GCSE English (Language or Literature) or GCSE Mathematics will follow a resit programme in addition to their Advanced Level/BTEC Level 3 courses. Potential future employers greatly value, and entry to university is dependent upon, the achievement of these GCSEs. Specialist teachers will support pupils’ preparation for examinations as early as November in Year 12.
Recommended Pathways based on a student’s GCSE profile:
| GCSE Profile | Suggested Route |
| At least 8 GCSEs including a minimum of 6 at Grade 6 or higher | 3 A Level Qualifications. |
| 8 GCSEs including at least 3 at Grade 6 or higher | 2 A Levels and 1 Vocational Level 3 Qualification |
| 5-7 GCSEs at Grade 4 (5 in Maths and English Language/Literature) with up to 2 at Grade 6 | A combination of appropriate A-Level and Vocational Level 3 Qualifications |
| 5-7 GCSEs at Grade 4 (4 Maths and English Language) with up to 2 at Grade 5 | Mainly Vocational Level 3 Qualifications with access to a small number of appropriate A-Level subjects. |
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