SHIRLEY HIGH SIXTH FORM – GREAT RESULTS YEAR ON YEAR

‘The sixth form is very effective and students reach high levels of attainment’. 

‘Students leave with good grades, which enable them to secure places at sought-after universities and employers’. OFSTED

2024 Shirley High Sixth Form results:

21% of our students received A*-A grades.

100% of our students went to a university of their choice.

25% of our students went on to study at Russell group Universities.

Thank you for your interest in the Shirley High sixth form.  We are proud of our reputation as a caring sixth form which consistently provides high quality Post-16 education and produces excellent outcomes for students.

At Shirley High School, our vision is to create a scholarly and professional environment to ensure all students leave the sixth form making empowered, informed and ambitious choices about their future:

Empowered: You will be fully prepared and confident to take on ‘The Real World’ after Sixth Form regardless of your chosen destination.

Informed: You will understand all the available options for your for life after sixth Form and have made the best choice for you.  

Ambitious: You will be challenged to ensure you are pushing yourself to be the best version of you. 

Our staff ‘possess excellent subject knowledge’ (OFSTED 2019) and are all scholars in their fields. This enables students to reach the best possible standards of achievement in both academic and personal development. This year, 65% of university applications were to Russell group universities. It is our aim to increase this year on year and support students towards successful applications to Oxbridge in the future.

With a purpose built sixth form block, provision at Post-16 offers an extensive range of A-levels (including the Sciences and Humanities) alongside an exciting range of BTEC level three extended diplomas.  As a centre for excellence in the Arts we offer first rate performing arts facilities and a wide range of extra-curricular and enrichment opportunities. These include boxing, fitness, futsal, debating, sports coaching, music production/recording and work experience or voluntary work. There are numerous leadership roles available, including Student Mentor; Subject Ambassador; Prefect/Senior Prefect; House Captain; Anti-bullying Ambassador and School Council Representative.

We offer students support at every stage of their journey. Our pastoral and well-being provision aims to support all Post-16 students as they deal with the challenges faced over the past couple of years. Students have access to on-site counselling should they need it. We also have two full-time learning mentors who provide both pastoral and academic support, whilst we have an array of extra tuition opportunities available for students in need.

We offer good quality, independent careers advice, as well as personalised support with UCAS and apprenticeship applications; this supports students to successfully make the transition to university, apprenticeship or work.

We look forward to welcoming you to our sixth form in the future. Please feel free to contact me on sbrown@shirley.croydon.sch.uk if you would like any further information.

Mrs S Brown – Assistant Principal (KS5)

Head Student - Claire Wabara - September 2024

I am a Year 13 student who is studying Sociology, English Literature and Art, subjects I believe will help me fulfil my goal of studying Law at university. 

At Shirley the teachers and staff promote an inclusive and respectful learning environment that has been a great support throughout my educational journey. I can wholeheartedly say as a student who has been at Shirley High since Year 7 that it is this environment that has shaped me into the person I am today, choosing Shirley High proved to be a great decision. 

Our Sixth Form helps and prepares students for life after our A levels with various forms of enrichment such as cooking, driving theory and a course to help students applying to Oxbridge.

As Head Student, I am committed to helping my peers, ensuring that their voices are heard. I hope to create the same inclusive and respectful environment my teachers made for me, and encourage my fellow students to reflect our golden rule of respect both inside and out of school.

Head Student - Eszter   - September 2024

As a student who has been a part of Shirley High School for nearly seven years, I can wholeheartedly say that the education, support, and opportunities here at Shirley High Sixth Form are unparalleled. The humanities department, in particular, stands out to me; as someone studying History, Sociology, and English Literature, I truly appreciate how the small class sizes foster a personalised learning experience.

A-levels can seem daunting at first, but our wonderful teachers have a remarkable way of making everything feel approachable and manageable. Their dedication not only helps us grasp complex concepts but also inspires a genuine love for learning. I am grateful for the enriching environment and the strong sense of community that has shaped my academic journey here.