Pangbourne Sixth Form is proud in supporting our students to not only reach their potential academically but also to nurture their skills, talents and abilities to become well-rounded individuals. As our students transition into life at Sixth Form, they are provided with a safe and supportive environment to be independent learners but also to develop their intellectual curiosity as they start to plan for life beyond Pangbourne.
We are very proud of our curriculum offering all taught by highly skilled subject specialists. We are unique in offering a range of over 30 subjects which include both A-levels and BTECs. In addition, students are encouraged to pursue a personal interest or passion by doing the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) which helps to develop vital research and presentation skills. We are also keen to promote financial literacy by offering Core Maths as an option whilst those who are more creative and interested in the arts are able to do Trinity Drama. With many of our students going on to Russell Group universities such as Durham, Newcastle, Southampton and Exeter and studying subjects ranging from anthropology, law, medicine to international relations we are very proud of what we offer.
The academic curriculum is also supported by various trips in the UK and abroad, visiting guest speakers and encouragement to enter a wide range of competitions.
For full details of all subjects available, view our Guide to Choosing Subjects at Sixth Form
Extra-curricular - Beyond the classroom
To nurture our students interests as well as building their confidence and skills, we offer a wider range of opportunities in the Sixth Form. Students participate in weekly sporting activities as part of their timetable alongside opportunities to do CCF, Duke of Edinburgh Award and a range of activities such as clay pigeon shooting, golf, classic car club and indoor climbing. At the end of their first year of Sixth Form, there is also the opportunity for a small group of students to travel to Nabugabo in Uganda, to raise funds and undertake volunteer work.
We also have a strong pastoral focus across the College and have a well-established Peer Mentoring Programme in which students can participate. It is important for our Sixth Form students to not only support one another, but also those in the younger years. There are also opportunities to demonstrate leadership and responsibility during parade practices and inter-divisional competitions.
In preparing our students for life beyond Pangbourne, there are strong Tutorial, General Studies, and HE and Careers programmes that help to support and develop our students over their two years of Sixth Form. They will be guided through the process of applying for universities (in the UK and abroad), apprenticeships and preparing for gap years. Whilst also learning life skills such as car maintenance and basic cooking skills to survive at university! They will also be taught how to develop a growth mindset, revise effectively, write a CV, prep for interviews etc. along with ensuring that they have the tools to look after their own mental health.
