A Student's Day

A stepping stone to your future.

At The Swan, we believe a fantastic Sixth Form education is more than just a set of results—it is the bridge to the next stage of your life. Whether you are aiming for a top-tier university, a competitive apprenticeship, or a successful career, we invest the time and expertise to help you discover your passions and turn them into reality.

Pathways to Success

Our comprehensive careers and higher education provision is integrated into your daily life at The Swan. We provide the tools and the network you need to succeed.

• Expert Guidance: Weekly dedicated tutor periods focused on university applications, apprenticeships, and career pathways.

• Powerful Tools: Full access to Unifrog, the industry-leading research tool for UK and international opportunities.

• Industry Insights: A weekly speaker series featuring professionals from local industry, outreach partners, and our alumni network.

• Bespoke Support: Individual meetings with the Head of Sixth Form and our Careers Counsellor to tailor your onward journey.

Our Success Stories: Our students consistently secure offers from competitive institutions such as Bristol, Durham, Warwick, and Edinburgh, alongside popular choices like Exeter, Newcastle, and Oxford Brookes.

Sixth Form Tutor Programme

Tutor time is daily with Form Tutors for 40 minutes. Our tutorial programme is based on student feedback to develop and enrich academic subjects with the skills and understanding needed for life beyond our Sixth Form. Our tutor programme includes:

• Year Group assemblies: An assembly led by the Head of Sixth Form, Deputy Head of Sixth Form or tutors on topics particular to the year group, such as advice for future pathways. 

• Careers Speakers: Sixth Form students will join together as a community to hear from a variety of guest speakers from our community from different industries and career paths.

• Personal Development: Tutors engage in personal development topics with their tutor which are relevant to the age and stage of the Sixth Form community.

• Supported Reading: Students engage in fiction and non fiction texts to support their love of reading and super curricular development.

• Pathways Development: Students gain support on applications to careers, apprenticeships and universities including key skills like CV writing.

The Swan Leadership Programme (SLP)

Beyond your three A-levels, all Year 12 students participate in the SLP. This program is designed to build "cultural capital" and recognize your contributions to the community, extra-curricular activities, and leadership roles. Graduating from the SLP ensures you leave us with a competitive edge and the rich skills required for university progression.

Beyond the Classroom

We offer a holistic environment that balances rigorous academic study with personal growth.

Electives and Enrichment

Life at The Swan is vibrant and varied. Our timetabled Electives programme allows you to:

• Participate: Join the Sixth Form Running club, Yoga, or our Early Applicants Support group.

• Lead: Take a leadership role in lower school sports, music, or drama electives.

• Join: Engage in after-school societies like Model United Nations or Chess Club.

Your Space: Study & Privileges

We provide a professional environment tailored to young adults. Our Sixth Formers enjoy dedicated spaces including:

• A bespoke Sixth Form Centre and Sixth Form Café.

• A quiet Research Library and overflow classrooms for focused study.

• An outdoor Piazza area for breaks and socialising.

• Study Privileges: Year 12s can study off-site after their final lesson; Year 13s enjoy flexible on/off-site study periods to manage their own time.