YEAR 13 STUDENT SHAVES HAIR FOR CHARITY

The commitment of the Post 16  students at this school continues to amaze and impress me. 

This week, Charlotte Golder in Year 13, shaved her long hair off to raise money for cancer research. 

The hair before the shave!

Glowing smiles of triumph and support!

'Cancer charities are close to  my heart and I wanted to do something to raise funds for vital cancer research,' says Charlotte.

And in order to keep all of Post 16 entertained (and well fed) during this incredible act of commitment, the Post 16 students also baked an array of cakes to sell to increase the funds raised.

Beautifully arranged baking!

Post 16 students preparing for the challenges ahead

The post 16 area is abuzz with conversation about subjects, debates on issues from lessons and shared planning of courses. It is a delight to see these students developing their independent study skills and focus on academic achievement.

UCAS applications being completed are impressive with the range of courses being applied for: medicine, chemistry, History, Psychology, Adult nursing and Maths to name a few! To read the personal statements has been a revelation as students show their maturity, responsibility and wide ranging enrichment activities. the current year 13 are a talented bunch and with so many offers coming into school it is a pleasure to see their sense of achievement.

The quickest offer received so far was for GILES BALDWIN who got his first offer the same day he sent his application form!! 

All this hard work, this commitment to their studies and personal ambition and loads of enrichment... and they still have time to fill the vending machine!

POST 16 SUPPORTS 'CHILDREN IN NEED'

Post 16 students really impressed with the range of interesting and creative fancy dress.

All in support of 'Children in Need' - we have had a group ready for a tropical beach, a selection of outfits and a range of festive themed wear. It is has all made the day lively, colourful and full of interesting sights.


The highlight of the day was the Post 16 v Staff 'fairies' football team.... a 1:0 victory to the staff but a great atmosphere in the astro - all the school turned out to cheer and support. The drummers kept the mood uplifted and all the proceeds and donations collected will go to children in need.

POST 16 OPEN EVENING

Thursday 7th November - Large numbers of prospective Post 16 students attended the evening.

Last night the Post 16 centre at The Cooper School opened its doors to year 11 students considering their Post 16 options. The evening began with a presentation by the Headteacher, Mr Baxter and the Director of Post 16 Studies, Cate Mallalieu-Needle.  The school was inundated by prospective students and their parents and it became impossible for everyone to attend the presentation. Doors were closed at 6.05pm as there was no room left in the performance hall.

Nearly 300 prospectuses were distributed to year 11 students. The Post 16 centre has never had so many people within its doors and the buzz and excitement was palpable. Departments hosted stand with current students and advised / guided prospective students in making appropriate choices.

APPLICATIONS FOR POST 16 STUDIES 2014 CAN NOW BE SUBMITTED.

INDEPENDENT STUDY DAY

Independent Study Conference

Another exciting event when the 2 Post 16 providers in Bicester worked in collaboration.

Our Year 12 students were joined by Sixth Form students from Bicester Community College to attend an Independent Learning Study Conference led by the Life Skills Company.

During this three hour conference, the 150 students participated in five sessions. 

Improving independent learning 

Speed and skim reading

Effective note-taking

Time management 

Presentation skills.

Feedback from the day was overwhelmingly positive and the advice and guidance will support all the students in their studies. 

Post 16 student receives prestigious award

Orla Welby 

Year 13

Post 16 studies is delighted to announce that Orla has now received an additional National award. She is now recognised as  'The South-East Region, Young Volunteer of the Year 2013'

This is a prestigious accolade for the 300+ hours of sport volunteering that Orla has completed. She is a fantastic sporting ambassador as well as being an outstanding role model for others; not just in Oxfordshire but now nationally.

UCAS PROCESS BEGINS

Year 13 students begin the UCAS Process

The applications for UCAS have now begun and today we sent off the first 5 completed applications

Students are applying for a range of courses including:

Oxbridge entrance

English Literature

Veterinary Science

Medicine 

Bio Medicine

Physics

Chemistry

This is a very exciting time for the Year 13 students as they are busy writing personal statements and I have been impressed by the diligence and focus the students are showing as well as the breadth of work experience and extra-curricular activities they are involved in.

 It is amazing to think how quickly this academic year is passing. Last year's students are all now commencing their university courses and our current students are ambitious to join them!

GOOD LUCK TO ALL OF THE STUDENTS WITH THEIR APPLICATIONS