BSFC Prospectus 2020-2021

www.brighouse.calderdale.sch.uk
@BHS_6th_Form

“A strong sense of
togetherness”

Ofsted 2017

Why choose “I chose Brighouse Sixth Form
Brighouse College because the course
Sixth Form? selection was amazing in

comparison to others, and offered
everything Iwanted to do.”

We combine the best of both worlds. We are large enough to ouer a wide variety of courses and experiences,
but small enough to know you as an individual. We are a truly comprehensive college where every student is
challenged, and supported, to aim high. Our academic achievement continues to exceed the national average
and our students benefit from being part of our close-knit community.

We deliver an extensive enrichment programme, ouering exciting opportunities beyond the classroom. Our
award winning careers guidance helps to prepare students for their next crucial steps.

A high proportion of Strong destination data Large, vibrant
A level entries with 100%progression community college

achieve A*-B grades to University,Higher with over 350
Education, employment students

and training Stretch and challenge
for all in a supportive
Teaching in vocational Comprehensive ethos
courses consistently rated environment
where all students
as excellent.90% of can achieve their Part of the successful
vocational grades are academic potential Calderdale 6 Group to
widen the curriculum
Distinction / Distinction*
ouer to over 30
A nationally recognised A broad range of subjects
academic and
careers/work
experience programme vocational pathwaysto

rated asexcellent suit alllearners

Academic Achievement

We firmly believe that the first step in academic successlies “I have just graduated from
with matching the right courses to individual needs, abilities Cambridge University with a degree
and aptitudes. We therefore ouer a comprehensive range of in Philosophy. As part of the High
courses and remain a college that is able to deliver both Grade Strategy at Brighouse Sixth
traditional and vocational subjects to provide the maximum Form I was always challenged to aim
opportunity for success. We tailor provision for the variety of high and the initiative helped me to
individual learning styles and our close community means
that our students are not just simply a number to us. realise my potential.”

Everyone has a diuerent future path. Our aim is to ensure that
our students are embarking on the appropriate course to
place them in pole position for their future ambitions.

• We deliver an extensive summer transition project to ensure our students are supported
throughout the move from GCSE to A-Level.

• A comprehensive Higher Education, Oxbridge and Cambridge University programme for the most
able challenges everyone to achieve.

• Additional timetabled learning for academic subjects to secure progress.

• Supported study and intervention sessions, helping with study skills, time management and
meeting deadlines.

• High grade strategy to challenge students to achieve A*/A and Distinction*/Distinction grades.

• The Extended Project Qualification: a university style project which extends abilities beyond A level
content, developing the ability to research a topic in depth, write an extended piece of work and
reference.

• The Progression Module with Huddersfield University/Leeds Beckett University and a University
Challenge competition develops strong links with our Higher Education partners.

Developing “Young Enterprise was afantastic experience.
All-Round Setting up and running a business as part of a
Potential
team taught me so much. Not only have I

grown in confidence, but I developed so many
transferable skills that I can take forward into

my working life.”

Success at our college is far more than just
academic achievement. More than ever before,
employers and universities are looking for
well-rounded individuals who can stand out
from thecrowd.

We encourage and expect students to take a full part in
college life and the exciting opportunities on ouer. Our
extensive enrichment activities develop interpersonal
qualities; encouraging the learning of new skills and a sense
of ‘giving back’ to our community. They also present an
ideal platform for making friends and gaining extra,
important qualifications.

Our wide range of trips, visits, sporting opportunities and
cultural activities alongside academic challenges, includes:

• National CitizenService
• Young Enterprise
• Duke of York Award (Digital Enterprise)
• BBC SchoolReport
• National Mock Trial team
• Debate club
• Sports LeadersAward
• Sports teams
• Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award
• Foreign visits (China and America) and UK visits/field

trips
• First Aidqualifications
• Rotary ClubScheme

An Ideal Place to Learn

To us, you are an individual. We ensure our
students are provided with the facilities,
opportunities and support to succeed.

• A broad and balanced curriculum with a range of academic The Calderdale 6 Group is an exciting
and vocationalsubjects. and collaborative approach to Post 16
delivery. Brighouse Sixth Form College,
• A specialist learning environment for all individuals.
The Brooksbank School, Crossley
• Our study room/library provides students with a great Heath, Lightcliue Academy and Ryburn
place to complete independent study with computers,
chrome books, iPad’s and journals. Valley working together to allow
students more breadth in subject
• We are easily accessible for students travelling across
Calderdale and neighbouring authorities to join our choice.
close-knit and supportive college.
“I study Law and English language at Brighouse Sixth Form
We know that building relationships is vital to ensuring our and Computer Science at Crossley Heath which has
students become confident and successful learners. One of prepared me for my chosen degree”
our key strengths at Brighouse is our strong sense of
community spirit and community team work. “Coming to Brighouse to study French is like the best of
both worlds. I really wanted to stay at Brooksbank, but I
We truly value student involvement, leadership and desperately wanted to study French which is not offered
contribution. there. The C6 programme has allowed me to do this, as

well as make many newfriends”

“When I started at Brighouse Sixth "I have found the first few weeks at
Form I was surprised by how quickly I Brighouse sixth form great. You
settled in and got to know everyone.
The staff are very supportive and instantly feel part of the community
there's always someone to turn to and everyone just gels together really

when I need help.” well."

Preparing For 70% of students attend university of
The Future which 20% are Russell Group universities

30% of students progress onto
employment or an apprenticeship

Whether our students are planning to make an application to Oxbridge, a Russell Group
university or entering the world of work we provide high quality advice and guidance to
support those important next steps.

We prepare our students for the challenges of the modern world
through our outstanding careers and destinations programme and
a specialist Post-16 careers advisor. We hold the national Quality in
Careers Standard.

We also encourage students to be adventurous and seek out fantastic opportunities. Students have worked
in London, Leeds, Manchester and even Europe in a range of roles, including; working in law firms, shadowing
medical professions, teaching lessons and training with the Armed Forces.

“I was actively supported to consider alternatives other than university. I Pastoral Support
applied for a Degree Apprenticeship Scheme with Nestle where I gained
3 years experience in a global business and a 1st class Business degree. I A Personal Tutor provides students with one
graduated in 2017 and now work at Nestle within sales, it was the best to one support in all areas of college life.

choice as I learnt on the job, applied my degree and had no debt!” Tutorial sessions on future destinations,
careers, finance, current auairs, health and
“After working for a day during HE week with local businesses was well-being protect the personal
offered an apprenticeship in Accounting and I start in September!” development of our students.

What our parents and “We are extremely grateful to
students say... the team at Brighouse Sixth
Form, my son’s experience has
“I built strong relationships with been happy and fulfilling. We
my teachers at Brighouse High want to thank you for the support
School and achieved really good you have given both our boys they
GCSE grades. Having enjoyed have loved their time with you
school and been happy with the and you have provided a quality

teaching and support it was education to them both.”
natural that I would make the

transition to sixth form.”

“The separate campus, “I am so proud of the progress
supportive learning my son has made throughout his
time at Brighouse Sixth form. His
environment and excellent achievements both academically
staff all made Brighouse Sixth and personally have continuedto
form a fantastic transitional
amaze me. He has been
stage between school and supported every step of theway
university.”
by an incredible team.”

“I decided to search for another sixth “We cannot speak highly
enough of Brighouse Sixth
form because I wanted to try something Form, we really like the positive
out of my comfort zone and meet new culture and the balance
people at a new place. Brighouse Sixth
Form has been a brilliant adventure so far between academic and
extracurricular aspects of
as the staff and students are very college life seems spot on.”
welcoming and the food is to die for!! I
love the fact that we are given a lot of
freedom and treated like young adults
but at the same time encouraged to

achieve our full potential.”

How to Find us CAR PARK
& KeyDates
PUBLIC CAR PARK Bus
We are situated in Brighouse Town Centre,
opposite the bus station Station
By Bus
Brighouse Sixth Form College is served well Brighouse Sixth FormCollege
by a number of regular bus routes to the bus Halifax Road
station directly opposite the college building. Brighouse
Direct bus routes from Halifax, Huddersfield, HD6 1AY
Bradford and surrounding areas.
By Car 01484 406390
The college is less than a mile from Jct 25 of [email protected]
the M62. For sat nav the postcode is HD6 1AY
By Train
Direct trains from The Calder Valley: Sowerby
Bridge, Mytholmroyd, Hebden Bridge,
Todmorden to Brighouse Train Station.
Wednesday 25th November 2020

Virtual Open Evening
All information will be live on the school
website at 6pm

Thursday 26th November 2020

Applications available online
www.brighouse.calderdale.sch.uk

Friday 26th February 2021

Application Deadline

March 2021

Students will receive an invitation to a
subject guidance interview where we will
support with the selection of subjects

April/May 2021

Conditional offers made to students

Thursday 20th August 2021

GCSE Results Day
Final confirmation of subjects