Welcome to Clyst Vale Post 16
Claire Haynes
Our Post-16 provision at Clyst Vale provides students with a real sense of community and belonging. With just over 100 students we are a small sixth form, and as a result can offer real support and guidance to all of our students. Both students from our lower school, as well as external students, join the sixth form and are attracted by the individual approach on which we pride ourselves. New students are made very welcome and settle in quickly – all expressing how friendly the environment is. This is enhanced by the fact that Post-16 students have their own dedicated block within the college with study areas, café and a purpose built IT suite.
We are justifiably proud of the quality of our teaching and the good relationships established with students. In our student voice leavers’ survey this year, 100% of students said that the teaching was excellent and teachers have impressive subject knowledge. Our recent 2018 one day Ofsted inspection confirmed that provision in the sixth form remains good, and we have a clear plan in place to ensure future improvement.
The Post-16 curriculum offers a good range of courses leading to Higher Education and employment. We offer A2 Level and BTec Level 3 qualifications; students may also take AS certification on an individual basis. Students have the advantage of working within an intimate and supportive environment that is also challenging and stimulating.
Support for sixth form students includes high quality careers advice and guidance and a range of additional activities, to promote personal and social development and to prepare them for adult life and university. Nearly half of Year 13 students have applied to top universities this year, reflecting high aspirations. Sixth form students are significant role models to others in the college and take on a wide range of leadership and other activities.
We also offer a comprehensive tutorial and enrichment programme enabling our Post-16 students to make the transition from college to the adult world knowing that they have had an excellent start to their Post-16 careers.
We are delighted to bring you our ‘Welcome to Post 16 at Clyst Vale’ introductory video!
Please watch the video to hear from Post 16 students and staff, about what Clyst Vale can offer you, on your Further Education journey.
https://youtu.be/3lAtpn4ja2Q
What Next?
Post 16 Prospectus 2024
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Subjects Offered
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Enrichment
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How to Apply
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Post 16 Options Form
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Further Support
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