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How many courses are provided by Cadbury Sixth Form College?
We offer around 50 Level 3 courses that include A Levels and BTECs. Many of our specialist staff are also examiners or chief examiners in their subjects so you can be sure of the very best quality of teaching....
Read more... Will it cost anything for my son/daughter to study at Cadbury Sixth Form College?
Students are asked to make a £50 contribution to the college at enrolment which goes towards the cost of enrichment, college events, student support activities and services. Some subjects may require that students purchase a few additional materials, but the demand will be small. ...
Read more... How can I find out more about Cadbury Sixth Form College?
This website and our prospectus will give you an introduction to the college but the best way to find out more is to visit us in person, at one of the many open events that we organise through the early part of the academic year. Our website is updated with event information throughout the year....
Read more... When does enrolment take place?
In late August/early September, students make their final choice of subjects and enrol at the college. They will have theirr photograph taken for their college "swipe" card which will allow them access into the building and will also act as their library card. They will also complete an assessment that will help us identify if there is a need to provide additional student support. ...
Read more... What happens after my son/daughter has submitted their application form?
When an application has been submitted, we will send a reference request directly to your son/daughter's school. If a paper copy of the application form is to be submitted, the reference request must be detached from the form and handed in to your son/daughter's school while pages 1 to 3 of the form must be sent back to us back to us. We will then keep in touch and arrange for your son/daughter to attend an interview at a later date. ...
Read more... What is Induction and what happens during Induction?
Following enrolment, an induction session will take place when students are shown around the building and logged on to the college computer network. Students will be told the time of their induction session during their enrolment interview. ...
Read more... What is an Introduction Morning?
After taking their GCSE examinations, we invite students to come in for a day in late June/early July. They will be able to meet the staff and find out more about the subjects in which they are interested. This is an opportunity for them to obtain more information about the subjects that they intend to study. It also gives them the opportunity to meet their fellow students as well as meeting up with the College Reps who will be on hand to help them settle into a new environment. ...
Read more... What happens at the interview stage?
During a college interview, we will discuss the subjects in which a student is interested. Students should bring along their latest school report. and a Record of Achievement if they have one. We will put down a provisional programme of subjects for them to help us plan for September. ...
Read more... What if my son/daughter changes their mind regarding the courses they have chosen?
During late August/early September, your son/daughter will attend a second interview at the same time as other people from their school. This is when they enrol as a student at the college and make their final choice of subjects. ...
Read more... How can my son/daughter apply for a Cadbury Sixth Form College place?
Students can apply online via our website. If this is not possible however, please contact the college by telephoning 0121 458 3898 and alternative arrangements will be made. ...
Read more... What facilities are available at Cadbury Sixth Form College?
in recent years the college has invested over eight million pounds in considerable improvements and new buildings. We have a performing arts area that includes a 200 seat theatre, practice room and teaching rooms, our library has been enlarged to create a state-of-the-art Learning Resource Centre and the canteen has also been extended and updated. Our sports facilities now include a small hall, an outdoor all-weather area for tennis, football, netball and basketball, a fitness room and further changing rooms and our science facilities have been improved with a major refurbishment of all Chemistry, Biology and Physics laboratories. Our teaching rooms are well-equipped with audio-visual equipment and interactive whiteboards and there are specialist facilities for Art and Textiles, Computing, Design, Drama, Health and Social Care, Film and Media Studies, Modern Languages, Music and Music Technology, PE and Science. All subjects make use of the extensive computer network which extends throughout the buildings. ...
Read more... What will Cadbury Sixth Form College provide for my son/daughter?
Cadbury College caters exclusively for young people over 16 years of age and is organised to meet their particular needs, interests and aspirations. Our students come from over 100 schools in Birmingham and the wider area and they benefit greatly from joining other bright students from different communities across the region. Past students always comment on the college’s adult feel and it's friendly but purposeful atmosphere. ...
Read more... Where is Cadbury Sixth Form College located?
Cadbury Sixth Form College is located in Kings Norton, Birmingham. Further information on our location and directions on how to get here are provided on this website. ...
Read more... Is there a college code of conduct?
All our students sign a code of conduct when they start college. By doing so they agree to abide by standards of behaviour and endeavour that will enable them (and the rest of the college community) to work in a pleasant and supportive environment. Each student is given a copy of this agreement at the beginning of the autumn term....
Read more... If I need to contact the college who should I speak or write to?
If you need to get in touch with us, it is usually your son/daughter's Director of Learning you will need to contac. This will be either Liz Robertson (R Division) on 0121 415 7243 or Elaine Chant (C Division) on 0121 433 2615. If your son/daughter cannot attend college for whatever reason, the student absence line is 0121 458 5956. Phoning this number is particularly important if students are receiving an educational maintenance allowance (EMA)....
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