Dedicated wing for school sixth-formers
A RUNCORN school is to open a new wing allocated solely for sixth form students.
The new area for the sixth form at Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy (OBA) boasts a cafe, study room, relaxed mezzanine area, sixth form teaching rooms and a sixth form gym.
Scott Fenner, head of sixth form at OBA, said, “It is an exciting time at the sixth form as we continue to provide the strong pastoral care students are used to in a school environment whilst now being able to offer the space for students to enjoy a college environment and develop as young adults in their own private area.
“We pride ourselves on the pastoral care and guidance that we offer students in sixth form, alongside their excellent teaching and learning experiences and extra-curricular activities. Knowing our returning students allows us to put any necessary steps in place prior to them joining us at the sixth form to ensure the smoothest of transitions from GCSE to A level or Level 3 study programmes.
“Sixth form students at OBA are supported to achieve their life goals, regardless of starting point, situation or background.
“We have adapted and improved our OBA Scholars Programme. This initiative is available to support our top achievers at GCSE. It is aimed at students who are achieving Grade 7+ and Distinction+ across all subjects.
“Students have the opportunity to access widening participation programmes at University of Liverpool, Manchester and Lancaster as well supporting students with application to Russell Group universities including Oxbridge. We also offer support and experience for our aspiring professionals including lawyers and teachers.
“We had a successful set of summer examination results in 2021 and are on a positive trajectory in our journey as the only local sixth form provider in Runcorn.”