b'Sixth FormThe vast majority of students continue their studies in our vibrant and successful Sixth Form.Our aim is that they should leave us as confident, well-rounded, independent individuals whoare ready to meet the demands of our modern world.the VESPA Mindset programme enablesICT facilities, quiet study areas and a students to develop the necessaryseparate Sixth Form cafe with inside and cognitive and non-cognitive skills thatoutside eating facilities. Our Learning promote educational success. Resource Centre is also available forstudy and provides a variety of SixthWe take a holistic approach to ourForm specific reading materials.students progress providing, in addition to their academic studies, a wealth ofExperienced tutors and dedicated learning opportunities for them to further developmentors are proactive in supporting, the values that are an integral part ofmotivating and guiding students through the Ashlyns community. Through ourthese vital two years of study. This helps to extra-curricular programmes we provideensure our high expectations are realised Making the transition from GCSE to A levelstudents with opportunities to furtherand that students are focused, resilient and is challenging and we ensure our studentsdevelop integrity and inclusivity. As roleindependent learners, able to perform atare fully supported in making the bestmodels for the lower school they area high level, with a positive work ethicchoices prior to starting their studies in theencouraged to take part in communityand self-reliant attitude. Sixth Form. In Year 11 students meet withactivities, taking up leadership andStudents appreciate the expert advice a member of the Senior Leadership Teammentoring roles as well as developingand preparation they receive regarding where they benefit from expert advicethe social skills that are essential foruniversity entry and the majority of our and guidance on the range, relevance andemployment and university. We set highSixth Formers go on to higher education, standards for our senior students and are choice of subjects they wish to study.proud that they are such confident andincluding the most prestigious universitiesI am always amazed by the amount of time that the Sixth Our Sixth Form curriculum offers a broadwithin the Russell Group such as Oxford range of A Level choices, which can extendexemplary role models for others. and Cambridge and with top rankingForm team gives to students, to ensure their wellbeing and the subject learning they have enjoyedIndependent learning is at the forefront companies as part of the Degreesuccess. Whilst our successful exam results are important, at GCSE as well as providing the chanceof success at A Level. To facilitate this, Apprenticeship Programme. to study new subjects. The academicour Sixth Formers enjoy their ownit is the atmosphere of Ashlyns Sixth Form which makes it programme of study delivered alongsidestandalone block which includes extensivesuch a rewarding community; in a place where each student is respected and encouraged to follow their ambitions.ELLIE DIBBEN, FORMER HEAD GIRL12 | Ashlyns School Prospectus 2022-2023 www.ashlyns.herts.sch.uk | 13'