Dream bigger. Aim higher. Achieve more.

Choosing your next step after Year 11 is an important decision, and our Sixth Form is designed to help you turn ambition into achievement. Whether your goals include university, apprenticeships, or launching a successful career, Chase Terrace Academy Sixth Form offers the high-quality teaching, personalised support and opportunities you need to thrive.

Join us on Wednesday 4^th November, from 4:30pm to discover what life is really like as a Sixth Form student at Chase Terrace Academy. Explore our wide range of academic and applied courses, meet our staff and current students, and find out how our personalised approach helps young people achieve their ambitions and prepare for their future.

Guests are welcome to arrive from 4:30pm for our first presentation in the Auditorium at 4:45pm, with subject areas opening from 5:15pm. A second presentation will take place at 6:00pm for those unable to attend earlier, and subject staff will be available until 7:00pm.

Whether you’re a current Year 11 student at Chase Terrace Academy or attending another local secondary school, our Open Evening is the perfect opportunity to explore your options, ask questions and see how our Sixth Form can help you unlock your potential.

Your future starts with the choices you make today. Take the first step towards achieving your ambitions and join us on 4^th November. We look forward to welcoming you and your family.

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 2027 – 2028 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.

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 2027 – 2028 academic year can be found below:

A – Level Courses

English	Psychology
Mathematics	Sociology
Biology	Photography
Chemistry	Art
Physics	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.

These pathways are intended to provide a rough guide as to the type of courses that are most suitable for an individual student. However, throughout the application process we support each student to identify the most appropriate courses based on their current achievement profile and to support their future aspirations.