All the latest news and information with regards to our Sixth Form
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During December our tutor groups have been filling hampers with Christmas items and then, as a group, have decided who they would like to receive the hamper.
As we collate the hampers this week deliveries will start taking place to local care homes, the homeless shelter, food banks and elderly neighbours.
Thank you for all your generosity and kind donations - we are sure they will be very much appreciated.
On 6 December, students studying A Level Art, Photography and Textiles visited three major art galleries in London: the Victoria and Albert Museum, Photographers’ Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery.
This enabled students to see, and appreciate, high-end art and support them in completing their coursework to a higher level with a critical understanding (particularly important for Assessment Object 1) that looks to see connections made between artists’ and student’s work.
Students enjoyed the exhibitions and were able to take photographs of the exhibits and the building. At the National Portrait Gallery the students saw the Permanent Collection and enjoyed the exciting opportunity to see the Francis Bacon Exhibition.
With specific tasks set, based on their subject area, for all three galleries, it ensured students were able to make the most of their time in London and then be able to show a sophisticated level of primary research in their coursework projects.
On Friday 13 December our Sixth Form students joined the whole school initiative and wore their Christmas jumpers to support raising funds for Save the Children.
We saw an array of bright jumpers for a £1 donation which could be made in cash on the day, by card, or via ParentPay (www.parentpay.com) and we are delighted that over £550 has been raised so far. We are still collating donations and the link to donate via parentpay will remain open until Friday 20 December. We will update with the final total in the New Year.
Thank you to everyone who took part and for your kind donations.
On Friday 18 October Year 12 & 13 students enjoyed a post-18 careers event at NLS arranged by Mrs O’Donnell our Careers Co-ordinator and Mrs Barley-Morey our CEIAG lead.
Representatives from a host of local companies, including Wright Hassall, Aston Martin, and Warwickshire District and County Council joined us for the day and our students were able to talk to them in small groups to learn about the range of opportunities that are available within these sectors.
We are delighted to share that we have successfully secured funding from the Turing Scheme. The Turing Scheme is the UK government’s programme to provide funding for  international opportunities in education and training across the world. Our successful application means we can offer twelve students a, heavily subsidised, opportunity to visit our partner school (Anjuman I’Islam Girls High School) in Mumbai.
During a week-long trip students will experience lessons with students from our partner school as well as guided tours to visit significant cultural sites and museums.
On Thursday 10 October, World Mental Health Day, students, and staff, participated in Hello Yellow, supporting YoungMinds.
Sixth Form students sported yellow in support to raise awareness and funds for this important cause.
With coverage of our focus on World Mental Health Day in Tutor Time and exploration of Mental Health in assembly, students also discussed ways to support their wellbeing as well as that of others. This is part of our ongoing commitment in Tutor Time and the PSHE Programme - which is all geared up to ensuring students know how to look after themselves as well as friends or family.
Donations from wearing a yellow accessory, a cake sale during break time, along with being able to donate via a dedicated ParentPay page we raised over £800 for Young Minds. Additionally, donations could also be made by card direct to Young Minds.
Thank you to all those that joined us for our Sixth Form Open Evening - it was lovely to welcome so many current students and those prospective students from other schools who are new to NLS; we hope you enjoyed the evening and found it informative and useful.
In our market place visitors could meet with a variety of staff across our range of subjects and talk to them as well as hear from students studying the subject. Our Careers team were on hand to offer information and advice regarding post-16 options and we welcomed representatives from De Montfort, Worcester and Warwick Universities and NHS Apprenticeships.
In our Science block staff and students were available to show the fantastic facilities and talk to students about studying the sciences at A Level. Our Art, Photography and Textiles studios were open, and the Technology rooms, for students to view work and hear more about he Arts subjects and Product Design.
In the theatre Head Teacher, Mr Lowdell, welcomed all our visitors and families, along with Mr Taylor, Head of Sixth Form, and Mrs McBride, Senior Assistant Headteacher SENCO.
Our two Senior Student Leaders, Will & Millie, shared their experiences here and an insight into life in the Sixth Form and the opportunities they enjoy and the support they receive.
A reminder the application form to apply to our Sixth Form is online and further details can be found on the Admissions page and linked below also.
Application Form for students who are currently at North Leamington School
Application Form for students who are new to North Leamington School
If you do have any questions our Sixth Form team will be pleased to help and can be contacted by email - sixthform@northleamington.co.uk.
We welcome prospective Year 12 students to our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 7 November from 6.00 to 8.00pm.
Join us and find out what our Sixth Form has to offer and how we support all our students to reach their potential.
This is a great opportunity to meet teachers, discover our rich curriculum and fantastic subjects and gain an insight into the Sixth Form experience we offer.
Our students will be offering tours throughout the evening.
Head Teacher, Head of Sixth Form and Senior Student Leaders talks at 6.15 and 7.00pm.
We look forward to meeting you.
I am delighted to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all our Year 13 students at North Leamington School who have once again achieved outstanding A Level and BTEC results! The hard work, commitment, and determination of our students have resulted in an excellent set of grades that place our school within the very top percentiles for performance nationally – a standard we have consistently maintained for many years.
Yesterday we welcomed our Year 11 Sixth Form applicants to their Induction Day here at NLS. It was fantastic to welcome so many of our year 11 students along with a large number of students from other schools new to NLS.
Students started the day with an informative welcome assembly before engaging in three taster lessons based on the subject choices on application. After the opportunity of having lunch in the dedicated Sixth Form café area, and to mingle with their peers, students broke into smaller groups for a Tutor Time session before a final assembly.
We were delighted to celebrate with our wonderful Year 13 students at their prom on Tuesday 2 July.
It was lovely to reminisce about the past few years and to look forward to all the terrific things which await them in the future. After a (mercifully) brief set of speeches, students and staff alike enjoyed some great food in a plush setting – the mood was a perfect blend of relaxed yet vibrant. Following food, it was time to hit the dance floor or to talk the evening away.
It was a real privilege to be part of such a terrific send-off. Well done all and best wishes for the future.
Mr Taylor
Senior Assistant Headteacher, Head of Sixth Form
Our Year 12 Politics students took on key roles this week with NLS holding a mock election for all students.
Students, Leo, Karim, Noah, Isaac, Raph and James took on the challenge of each representing a party, based on those who have taken place in the election debates on TV (Conservatives, Green, Labour, Liberal Democrats, Plaid Cymru , Reform & the SNP (whilst the students volunteered to represent the parties of their choosing they were not necessarily ones they personally believed in.)
We are looking forward to welcoming students to our Sixth Form Induction day on Thursday 11 July.
Letters have been emailed, on Friday 28 June, to all internal and external applicants with full details about the day along with a very brief form to complete.
Students can arrive from 08:30, and no later than 08:40, via the PE gate (to the right hand side as you are facing the school) to be ready to start at 08:45 in the Main Theatre. For those unfamiliar with the school site, our staff will be there to help.