Preparing Every Student for Ambitious Futures
The SPW6 Futures Programme prepares every student for ambitious next steps by ensuring they leave sixth form with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed.
Through four connected programmes, students develop academically, personally and professionally, preparing them for university, apprenticeships, employment and life beyond sixth form.
The Four Programmes
Together These four programmes ensure every student develops academically, personally and professionally.
Pathways Programme: Supporting students towards ambitious university, apprenticeship and career destinations.
Life Ready Programme: Developing essential life skills, wellbeing, financial literacy and artificial intelligence awareness.
Above and Beyond: Extending learning beyond the classroom through academic enrichment.
Aspire 7 coaching: Building leadership, confidence and meaningful contributions to the school and wider community.
Pathways Programme
Supporting Ambitious Destinations
The Pathways Programme provides expert guidance, personalised support and valuable experiences to help every student progress to ambitious university, apprenticeship and career opportunities.
What Students Can Expect
UCAS Support
Comprehensive and personalised guidance to help students submit high quality university applications.
Early Entry Strategy
Targeted preparation for applications to the most competitive university courses.
Apprenticeship Strategy
Expert advice and guidance to help students secure competitive apprenticeship opportunities.
Work Experience
Meaningful experiences that develop career awareness and the skills needed for future success.
Individual Pathway Guidance
A clear and structured approach that supports every student in making informed and ambitious decisions about their next steps.
Life Ready Programme
Preparing Students for Life
The Life Ready Programme equips students with the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to thrive as independent and responsible young adults.
What Students Can Expect
Personal Development Curriculum
A structured programme that helps students make informed decisions about their future and personal wellbeing.
Financial Literacy
Developing a strong understanding of personal finance so students can manage money confidently and responsibly.
Artificial Intelligence Strategy
Helping students understand how to use artificial intelligence safely, critically and effectively in education and the workplace.
Wellbeing Support
Promoting positive mental health and wellbeing while ensuring students are supported to manage challenges with confidence.
Duke of Edinburgh coaching
Duke of Edinburgh coaching supports young people in developing confidence, teamwork, leadership, and life skills through guidance, challenges, and outdoor activities.
Above and Beyond
Academic Enrichment
Above and Beyond encourages students to explore their subjects in greater depth, develop intellectual curiosity and prepare for higher education.
What Students Can Expect
Super Curriculum
Structured opportunities for students to extend their learning beyond the classroom and deepen their subject knowledge.
Extended Project Qualification
Developing independent research, critical thinking and academic writing through sustained independent study.
Spring Speak Out
Building confidence in public speaking, strengthening research skills and developing the ability to communicate ideas effectively while working collaboratively.
Aspire 7 coaching
Developing Future Leaders
Aspire 7 coaching provides opportunities for students to develop leadership, confidence and a strong sense of social responsibility through meaningful experiences.
What Students Can Expect
Aspire 7 Mentoring
Supporting younger students while developing leadership, communication and mentoring skills.
Science Summer School
Deepening subject knowledge while leading academic enrichment activities beyond the classroom.
Reading Buddies
Supporting literacy development in younger students while building responsibility and community contribution.
Lesson Mentors
Developing leadership and subject confidence by supporting teaching and learning within lessons.
Student Led Societies
Leading enrichment opportunities while developing organisation, teamwork and leadership skills.
Social Action Projects
Working on purposeful projects that create a positive impact within the local community.
Your Future Starts Here
The SPW6 Futures Programme challenges every student to achieve academic excellence, develop essential life skills and grow into a confident leader ready for the opportunities ahead.
Whether your next step is university, an apprenticeship or employment, SPW6 will support you every step of the way.
