Entry Requirements to Parkstone Sixth Form
Students are required to have achieved six GCSEs (including Mathematics and English). English Language or Literature (as long as English Language is at least a grade 4) and Mathematics must be achieved at grade 5 or above and the additional 4 GCSEs must be achieved at grades 5-9. Some subjects have more specific requirements — see subject profiles for further details.
🔗PARKSTONE SIXTH FORM – A-LEVEL COURSES
🔗SIXTH FORM APPLICATION FORM – ENTRY SEPTEMBER 2026 (for external applicants only)
Hear what our Sixth Formers have to say:
16-19 Study Programme
Our students study a minimum of 3 A Levels and on occasion 4, including Further Maths. We are proud to be an academic Sixth Form and believe we provide an excellent balance between challenge and support, enabling our students to achieve great results. However, this is just one aspect of what we offer. We are committed to providing students with a wide range of opportunities which allow for development of themselves as a whole, not just as a student. We also provide the following:
- Curriculum Enhancement Sessions – to allow opportunities for students to academically develop outside of their A Level subjects, often securing additional qualifications for example the EPQ, Core Maths and Language/Sports Leaders
- Personal Enrichment Sessions – to develop personal skills, character and enhance readiness for the world of work through volunteering or a carousel of activities to develop confidence such as food preparation, life skills and self-defence and a lecture series to widen their understandings of and attitudes towards the wider world
- Super Curricular Sessions – to further explore their subjects in more depth
- Time to Talk Sessions – to discuss and reflect on their physical and mental health management, plus they begin to explore their post-18 options and prepare for the transition
- Year 12 Work Experience – a week’s placement, usually secured by the students themselves to provide a meaningful insight into the world of work, an opportunity to develop and use their professional skills, ideally in a role relevant to their career path
- Community Opportunities – students have the opportunity to contribute towards our local community through engagement with the annual Senior Citizen Christmas Party and the YMCA SleepEasy event, and they can also actively participate in Student Voice via the Key Stage Committee Meetings and Student Cabinet
With our comprehensive approach plus a wide range of leadership opportunities, we not only endeavor to inspire learners for life, but also to equip our students with the personal skills, confidence and character to be ready for the world of work and be an asset to wider society.
- Art and Design (Fine Art)
- Art and Design – 3D Design/Graphic Communication (mixed classes held at Poole GS)
- Biology
- Business
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Design & Technology: Fashion & Textiles
- Design & Technology: Product Design (mixed classes held at Poole GS)
- Economics
- English Language
- English Literature
- French (mixed classes held at both sites)
- Geography
- German
- History
- Mathematics
- Further Mathematics
- Media Studies (mixed classes held at Parkstone GS)
- Music
- Physical Education
- Physics
- Politics
- Psychology
- Religious Studies
- Sociology
- Spanish (mixed classes held at both sites)
- Theatre Studies (mixed classes held at both sites)
Note: Subjects will only be offered if demand is sufficient.
If there is sufficient demand for any other subject that we do not offer then we will investigate the possibility of adding it to the curriculum.
In addition to their A Level programme students participate in:
Personal Enrichment (one of the following)
- Volunteering in the community
- On site carousel (cooking and food preparation; life and study skills; self-defence; PE enrichment; ‘The Decider Programme’; yoga; crochet)
Curriculum Enhancement (one of the following)
- Leadership Opportunities
- Extended Project Qualification
- Core Mathematics
- Oxbridge Enhancement
- Extended Online Learning
- Art Project
Wellbeing Programme
All students are attached to a tutor group with a personal tutor who will help with any daily issues, provide structured time for self-reflection and guide you through the various administration processes within the Sixth Form.
Mr Collis is our Head of Sixth Form (Academic) and Mrs Moore is our Head of Sixth Form (Pastoral), who are supported by, our Assistant Heads of Sixth Form: Mrs Kelly and Mr Watts. Mrs Izard, Assistant Headteacher, has overall responsibility for Sixth Form.
As a Sixth Former you have access to the Sixth Form teaching block. In this block you will be able to make use of the Sixth Form Resource Centre with access to computers, study spaces and a café. Alongside these facilities you also have access to the library, ICT suites and wireless connectivity if you would like to use your own devices during study periods.
Along with the privileges of being a Sixth Former, there are certain responsibilities: at all times you are expected to maintain high standards of behaviour, both in and outside the school community, adhere to the Sixth Form dress code and to be a role model for younger students. In addition, you must arrive on time for school and for registration, produce assignments as requested and adopt a responsible attitude towards attendance.
Parents/Carers are asked to contact the Attendance Office to explain any absences. These rules are to aid the smooth running of the school and have been drawn up in consultation with students.
There is an extensive range of clubs and societies available to members of the school. For those with musical interests, individual music lessons may be arranged in school and examinations for the Royal College of Music qualifications may be taken. There are many thriving music groups including the orchestra, training band, concert band and chamber choir. Furthermore, the impressive musicals and plays performed by both Poole and Parkstone Grammar Schools bring together a wealth of dramatic and musical talent.
For Sixth Form students who wish to share their passion for their subjects, they can mentor younger students or write and edit articles for departmental newsletters.
Sixth Form students are actively involved in Student Voice through the Key Stage Committees and Student Cabinet, which plays an important part in the running of the school. The Student Voice work reflects the ability of our students to initiate, communicate and take responsibility.
The students are very proud of their achievements in their annual charity week and special Christmas Party for local senior citizens, which is organised, ran and hosted by them.
Additionally, there are a great number of options for students to work with students across the school, including Code Club, Law Society, Maths Drop-in Support, Christian Union, and the South Asian & South East Asian Society. Many of these are organised and led by Sixth Form students.
Where there are areas of interest beyond what is already available, students are encouraged to start and lead on a new club or society and are supported in the stages involved by staff.
DRESS CODE FOR YEARS 12 AND 13
Should include a combination of:
• Blouse / top that covers shoulders / smart t-shirt / polo shirt
• Trousers, dress or skirt
• Jumper or cardigan (optional)
• Jacket or blazer (optional)
• Leather (or leather style) shoes or boots, laced canvas shoes – all without excess heels or platform soles
• Outside coat
• Plain or patterned tights
Items that are NOT appropriate:
• Unprofessional dress – items such as low-cut tops or mini skirts
• Bare midriffs and off the shoulder tops
• Blue denim of any description
• Combat trousers or camouflage wear
• No visible bras/bra straps
• Dresses, shirts or trousers with holes or tears
• Tracksuit tops or bottoms
• Leather or similar trousers
• Leather or similar skirts
• Jogging bottoms
• Beach wear
• Shorts
• Tops displaying large logos, lettering, or slogans
• Leggings, jeggings, Lycra trousers or any skin-tight type trousers
• Playsuits
• Vest tops, shoestring tops, strapless tops
• Bovver style boots – with heavy studs/buckles/thick platforms
• Flip flops, open toed shoes, or shoes without a strap to support the heel
• Excessive jewellery
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to as deemed appropriate by the Leadership Group.
