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Oxford Sixth Form College - Quality Education and University Entry Support

Welcome to Oxford Sixth Form College, providing quality education and university entry support for students worldwide for 30 years. Our experienced staff and comprehensive programs ensure successful exam preparation and a smooth transition to higher education. Join us at our prestigious location and receive personalized attention from our dedicated tutors.

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Oxford Sixth Form College - Quality Education and University Entry Support

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  1. Welcome to

  2. For 30 years, Oxford Sixth Form College has been providing quality education through effective exam preparation and university entry support for students from around the world.

  3. LOCATION

  4. LOCATION

  5. STAFF AT OXFORD SIXTH FORM COLLEGE

  6. LEADERSHIP TEAM Mark Love PRINCIPAL BEd PGCLME • 13 years’ Principal experience across four colleges • 28 years’ experience in education • Previous roles include Principal, Governor, Vice Principal, Senior Tutor and Teacher

  7. LEADERSHIP TEAM Carole Nyssen STUDENT SERVICES DIRECTOR BA Operational and Strategic Management in Education, Cert Ed • 30+ years in education with a focus on teaching, managing and looking after students’ well being and safety. • 6+ years in a pastoral role as a Senior Manager • Specialist in safeguarding, student support

  8. ACADEMIC STAFF • Robert Mealing • PROGRAMME MANAGER SHORT COURSES • BA Humanities, CELTA • Manages the Oxford Gap Programme, the Easter Revision Course, the Study Skills Programme. Also teaches Photography • Previously Co-Director of Academic Preparation Programme as well as Head of International Students • Tamar McLellan • CURRICULUM MANAGER • ARTS & HUMANITIES • Council member of the National Society of Education in Art and Design • Tutor of Fine Art and Textiles at A-Level and GCSE • Co-authored Edexcel handbooks, mentored trainee and established teachers and recently undertaken a MA in Arts Education • Sylvia Thornbush CURRICULUM MANAGER • ENGLISH & FOREIGN LANAGUAGES • BA Geography (University of Guelph, Canada) • DELTA (BSC, Oxford) • PhD Archaeology • Course developer for EAL students studying A-levels and BTEC • Wrote two ELT publications: IELTS in Sixth-Form Education; Can Learning Styles Make a Difference in the EAL Classroom?; What Are the Best Approaches to Classroom Management in ELT? • Washington Karumazondo • CURRICULUM MANAGER SCIENCE, MATHS & IT • DPhil Educational Studies (Oxford) • MSc Educational Research Methodology (Oxford) • BEd Educational Administration (UZ) • 26 + years in teaching Mathematics & Further Mathematics • Associate Examiner for Pearson • Yvonne Greene • PROGRAMME MANAGER, BTEC • BA Law, CIPD, PGCE, Cert Ed, TEFL, MBA . • Set up BTEC programme in 2014 and now has a team of 5 teachers • Previously Head of Department and Head of Faculty in state and independent schools, specialising in teaching dyslexic students

  9. OUR TUTORS OVER 50% have a Master’s and/or PhD OVER 50% have 10 – 40 years of experience Includes graduates of Oxford, Cambridge and Russell Group Universities

  10. SENIOR TUTORS • Martyn Steiner • SENIOR TUTOR • BSc Biology, PGCE, MEd Politics, Development and Democratic Education (Cambridge) • Tutor and Head of Biology • Has taught in UK and Japanese schools, with roles including Head of Senior School and Assistant Principal • Sevi Iosofidou • SENIOR TUTOR • MEd Education Materials, CELTA, QTS • Tutor of English as an Additional Language, with over 10 years’ experience of working with international students • Over 10 years’ experience working with and giving guidance to international students • Laura Simmons • SENIOR TUTOR • Assoc CIPD Level 5 • Former Human Resources officer for Oxford Tutorial College and has completed a Level 2 certificate in counselling • Trained teacher of English as a Foreign Language Marilou Polymeropoulou SENIOR TUTOR BA Media and Communication (Athens) MSc Anthopology (UCL) Dphil Anthropology • Tutor of Sociology and Anthropology • Personal Tutor and warden experience, Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

  11. SENIOR TUTORS “Students feel safe in school, which contributes to the growing confidence that they show in their learning and relationships” - OFSTED REPORT, 2017 • One-stop ‘hub’ for students • Responsible for ensuring students have all the academic and pastoral support they need • Sole channel of communication with students’ parents/guardians/agents • Maintain full and broad oversight of their tutees’ behaviour and attendance • Deliver a first class PSHE programme that will enhance the students’ learning and support their development into further or higher education, training or employment.

  12. PASTORAL CARE

  13. WELFARE Kevin Penzer ACCOMMODATION AND WELFARE OFFICER DipHE in Primary Practice • 10+ years’ experience working with children and young people • 5 years’ experience as a Residential Warden • Deputy Safeguarding Lead; Safeguarding Level 3 trained • Prevent Training

  14. WELFARE • Fully trained safeguarding team (4 staff, male and female) • 24/7 emergency telephone assistance at all times • Independent listener on call to support students

  15. LEARNING SUPPORT Johnathan Roberts SENDCO AND CURRICULUM MANAGER BA Business Management, BSc, MSc Psychology, MEd, PGCE, QTS • Holds the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination • Member of the British Psychological Society • Qualified as a Specialist Assessor and has completed the British Psychological Society’s Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET) • 15 years’ teaching experience in a range of independent schools and colleges

  16. TEACHING AT OXFORD SIXTH FORM COLLEGE "I think the teaching speaks for itself, looking at the grades which are achieved by the students. I studied Biology, Chemistry and Maths and I must say the teaching was absolutely excellent. In each subject, I was taught a lot more than in my previous school.” - NEAL, A- LEVEL STUDENT

  17. TEACHING “Teachers are quick to establish pupils’ individual interests. They carefully craft learning activities around these interests to enable pupils to engage well with their learning and to become secure in their understanding.” - OFSTED INSPECTION REPORT 2017 • TEACHERS PROVIDE: • Initial diagnostic assessment to identify student needs • A variety of engaging and creative approaches • Clear constructive support to develop independent thinking • STUDENTS RECEIVE: • Focus on the individual • Individual Learning Plans • Close monitoring of progress • Small class sizes with additional support options available • A tutorial system which prepares students for university teaching methods

  18. TEACHING WHAT IS A TUTORIAL? In spite of a wide variety of tutors’ approaches to tutorials, there are common elements which contribute to this uniqueness, and these include: Students meeting individually or in very small groups, with a tutor from their discipline in their college, typically once a week or once a fortnight.” OXFORD LEARNING INSTITUTE “

  19. OUR TUTORS 33 A-Level subjects 75 experienced tutors Personalised timetable for each and every student Expert tutors who are specialists in their field

  20. GLOBAL COMMUNITY There was a good atmosphere between students: I was glad to meet people coming from all around the world and create strong friendships.” - EMMA, A-LEVEL STUDENT KEY: Country of origin for OxSFCstudents TOP NATIONALITIES: British Chinese Russian German North American Thai • A British education in a British environment • Approx. 50% of our students are British Citizens* 35 different nationalities *A/O March 2018.

  21. UNIVERSITY GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT

  22. UNIVERSITY GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT • STUDENTS RECEIVE: • Help with the UCAS application process – step by step • Help to choose degree and university • Support with personal statement • Preparation of academic reference • Help with interview techniques, Oxbridge and medicine Higher Education Counselling

  23. UNIVERSITY GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT • INCLUDING: • Support from Oxford graduates with first –hand experience of the system • Interview and Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) practice • Preparation for admissions testing including UKCAT and BMAT, LNAT Oxbridge and Medic Preparation

  24. UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS “I really loved my classes... without this college, I do not believe that my acceptance by Oxford University would have ever been a possibility, let alone a reality." - AMANDA , A-LEVEL STUDENT

  25. 2017 & 2018 DESTINATIONS • University of Cambridge #1 • University of Oxford #2 • Imperial College London #4 • Loughborough University #5 • Lancaster University #6 • University College London #8 • University of Warwick #10 • University of Leeds #11 • University of Exeter #12 • University of Birmingham #14 • University of Manchester #19 • Newcastle University #21 • University of York #22 • Royal Holloway #24 • University of Sheffield #25 • University of Edinburgh #28 • University of Liverpool #31 • Cardiff University #32 • King’s College London #35 • Queen Mary #46 Displayed in ranking order according to theTimes Higher Education 2019 League Table

  26. MEDICINE & LAW DESTINATIONS • MEDICINE • Queen Mary University of London • Newcastle University • Imperial College, London • University College, London • University of Bristol • University of Southampton • University of Sheffield • University of Nottingham • King's College, London • University of Leicester • University of Liverpool • LAW • Oxford University • Durham University • University of Nottingham • University of Leeds • University of Birmingham • Swansea University • University of Southampton

  27. BUSINESS DESTINATIONS University College, London King's College, London University of Warwick Durham University University of Exeter University of Leeds University of Nottingham Lancaster University University of Bath University of Sheffield Loughborough University “As a recent graduate of Oxford Sixth Form College I have only good things to say about it. I have become more confident in myself academically and I can’t wait to see what I will go on to achieve at university.” JOANNA, A-LEVEL STUDENT NOW STUDYING ECONOMICS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

  28. ART & DESIGN DESTINATIONS • University of Oxford • University College, London • Newcastle University • University of London, Goldsmiths • Central St Martin’s • University of Loughborough • Arts University Bournemouth • University of Gloucestershire • Middlesex University • Manchester Metropolitan

  29. OUR COURSES

  30. A-LEVELS “ QUICK FACTS: Age: 16+ Entry requirements: A secondary or high school level of education (min 10 years) and a good school report English language level: IELTS 5.5+ Start dates: September (3 terms – IELTS 6.5+) September (6 terms IELTS 5.5+) and January (5 terms - IELTS 5.5+) Number of subjects: 3 (more possible) Number of subjects available: 33 Max class size: 6 (average 4) My A-Level results were brilliant; I achieved three straight As in Mathematics, Computing and Economics. Thanks are due to Oxford Tutorial College, in which I studied Economics intensively, this is shown in my result for Unit 2 of 100%.” HARRY, A-LEVEL STUDENT NOW STUDYING ECONOMICS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF BATH

  31. A-LEVELS WHY A-LEVELS? ‘Gold Standard’ The highest level of school study Accepted by all universities Internationally recognised Flexibility of subject choice and destination degree Specialised and in-depth knowledge Preferred route for Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, etc. Access to top 10 universities including Cambridge and Oxford

  32. A-LEVEL SUBJECTS Art and Design Biology Business Chemistry Chinese Classical Civilisation Computer Science Economics English Language English Literature Film Studies French Further Mathematics Geography German History History of Art Italian Japanese Latin Law Mathematics Media Studies Philosophy Photography Physics Politics Psychology Religious Studies Russian Sociology Spanish Textiles

  33. A-LEVEL RESULTS

  34. BTEC BUSINESS PROGRAMME An alternative route to A-Levels: a practical coursework based business programme, with no exams, combined with a subject of your choice and English language. QUICK FACTS: Age: 16+ Entry requirements: Completion of 11 years schooling English language level: IELTS 5.0+ Start dates: September (3 Terms – IELTS 5.0+) September (6 Terms – IELTS 4.5+) and January (5 Terms – IELTS 5.0+) Duration: 1 year BTEC Diploma (Sept start) 2 year BTEC Extended Diploma (Sept start) 5 term (January start) BTEC Extended Diploma Progression: 95% of UK universities Subject focus:Business and humanities, with options for Law, Media, Sports Science and many more Max class size: 10 (average 8)

  35. BTEC RESULTS

  36. NCUK INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION YEAR QUICK FACTS: Course structure: 3 modules in Business or Science, plus English for Academic Purposes Course duration: One academic year (9 months) Age: 17+ Entry requirements: Completion of 12 years of education English language level: IELTS 5.0+ Start date: September 2019 Tuition hours: 20 hours per week Class size: Maximum of 10 students, average of 6 Studying on this programme guarantees students two conditional offers from NCUK’s partner universities Students completing the IFY programme with a minimum of CCC and EAP C are guaranteed entry to one of NCUK’s partner universities

  37. GCSE “ QUICK FACTS: Age: 15+ Entry requirements: Successful completion of year 10 or equivalent English language level: IELTS 5+ or equivalent Start dates: September Info: 1 year or 1 year re-take Subjects: 8 Subjects including English Language Support where required: Mathematics, English Language, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Art + 2 additional chosen subjects Max class size: 10 (average 6) “The much more personal approach to teaching has really pushed me towards getting the best out of my education.” CASSIEN, GCSE STUDENT NOW STUDYING A-LEVEL BIOLOGY, PSYCHOLOGY AND GOVERNMENT & POLITICS

  38. EASTER REVISION COURSES QUICK FACTS: Age: 15+ Entry requirements: Students currently studying A-Level, GCSE or Cambridge Pre-U Subjects: Most subjects/ Most exam boards Start dates: End of Spring Term / Easter Holidays Average class size: 4 I did very well in my Economics. I improved from a C to an A grade and am very grateful to Oxford Tutorial College. Without the revision course I would not have done so well.” - MATTHEW, EASTER REVISION COURSE STUDENT

  39. ACADEMIC PREPARATION PROGRAMME QUICK FACTS: Age: 15+ English language level: IELTS 4+ or equivalent Start dates: Flexible Info: English Preparation Course Subjects: English Language for Academic purposes and Study Skills Max class size: 10 (average 6)

  40. OXFORD GAP YEAR PROGRAMME QUICK FACTS: Age: 16+ Entry requirements: Completion of 11 years schooling minimum English language level: IELTS 5.5+ Start dates: September, January, April (1,2 or 3 terms) Info: High School term/Gap year course Number of subjects: 1-5 Number of subjects available: 30 + Max class size: 6 (average 4) • My tutors’ vested interest in my personal and academic growth allowed me to grow as a student and as a person, and because of this I consider my time at OGYP one of the most valuable experiences of my life” • - ANNA, OGYP STUDENT

  41. STUDENT LIFE “Aside from studying, there are plenty of extra-curricular activities to get involved in from sports to art. I enjoy them because it’s a great way to take a break from studying and just relax with friends instead.” - LISHA, A-LEVEL STUDENT

  42. EXTRA-CURRICULAR • Join the Student Voice (our student • council) and help organise events for the college, discuss student wishes with the college management and become charity fundraisers • Enter competitions relevant to your subjects such as Olympiads and essay writing challenges • Work experience (pending visa restrictions) relevant to your chosen career • Read journals and listen to subject related podcasts • Gain membership to the Oxford University Student Union and have access to world famous debates, library, social events, debating society

  43. THE OXFORD UNION • The world's most prestigious debating society - unparalleled reputation for bringing international guests and speakers to Oxford. • Founded in 1823 as a forum for discussion and debate • Privilege for our students to be members* • Access to debating classes, library, café • Previous guests have included Professor Stephen Hawking, Michael Jackson, Diego Maradona, US presidents and even Albert Einstein! “Getting to experience the Oxford Union is a great benefit of the course. It allows me to experience Oxford University without being a student there.” BERNARD, OGYP STUDENT *Free membership for OGYP students only.

  44. SPORTS AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES • Various sports and social clubs available, for example: football; table tennis; tennis; basketball; music club; world cinema club; law society; chess club • Start a blog • Contribute to the Student Magazine • Excursions and cultural celebrations • End of year celebrations; Christmas party; Thanksgiving *Free membership for OGYP students only.

  45. ACCOMMODATION

  46. OXFORD SIXTH FORM COLLEGE

  47. ST EBBES RESIDENCE COLLEGE BOARDING FOR STUDENTS AGED 15-17 • Comfortable, well equipped and spacious residence • Only a 5-minute walk from college • Communal dining room, kitchenettes throughout the residence and a separate living area with TV/Netflix • Single study bedrooms with private bathroom • Laundry facilities • Breakfast and hot fresh evening meal provided 7 days per week • Males and females in separate areas, access controlled • 24-hour staff cover by Residence Supervisors who are available to give personal supervision and support at any time of the day or night • Rooms in our residences are normally taken for a full academic year

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