Student Support
The happiness and wellbeing of our students is vital to their success in Sixth Form. Our comprehensive pastoral support system ensures that every student is monitored and has access to any support they need to flourish.
Each student will be allocated to a tutor group at the start of Year 12. The tutor leading each form is the first point of contact for the students when any advice or guidance is needed.
In Year 12, there is a tutor period each day which gives tutors time to really get to know the students in their tutor group. In Year 13, 1-to-1tutor sessions take place during this time.
A non-teaching member of staff is allocated to each year group and provides additional academic and pastoral support for students.
This support can take many forms, from developing time management and planning skills to referrals to other services such as the school nurse or school counsellor.
The overall academic progress of each year group is the responsibility of the Leader of Achievement. They ensure that all students settle well at the start of the academic year, and they monitor both pastoral and academic concerns as the year progresses.
Links on this page
The Sixth Form Team
Mrs S Hamilton
Director of Sixth form
shamilton@sbsj.co.uk
Mr L Ashdown
Leader of Achievement
lashdown@sbsj.co.uk
Mr J Tomlinson
Leader of Aspiration
jtomlinson@sbsj.co.uk
Mrs C Amos
Sixth Form Manager
camos@sbsj.co.uk
Mrs H Gilert
Beacon Support
hgilert@sbsj.co.uk
Beacon Support
Mrs M Hymas
Ecclesia Leader
mhymas@sbsj.co.uk
Mr D Crabtree
Olympia Leader
dcrabtree@sbsj.co.uk
FAQ’s
What is happening about UCAS and progression?
Virtual open days and apprenticeship fairs have begun for Year 12 and students are strongly encouraged to attend these. Information is on the Year 12 Teams channel as well as the UCAS website. The school formally launches ‘Apply 21’ when students begin their UCAS preparation at the end of Year 12. UCAS applications will be completed after October half term. More advice and guidance from the Sixth Form Team jtomlinson@sbsj.co.uk and gholmes@sbsj.co.uk.
What pastoral support does the school offer?
The Sixth Form team have continued their excellent pastoral support working closely with some students. If you feel that you need some extra help or just have a question, please contact Mrs Amos camos@sbsj.co.uk