Pathways Through Sixth Form
In Sixth Form we offer three pathways which support students in selecting the right post 18 route for them – be that direct into employment or via further education.
Students can move between pathways where appropriate as plans change and develop over their time with us but we expect all students to meet the requirements of at least one of our Pathways, confident that all the support we offer is available to all of our students, regardless of their chosen pathway.
EARLY ENTRY
This pathway is designed to support students who are aspiring to academic further education and those who may need to submit early UCAS applications for institutions such as Oxford and Cambridge or for courses such as Medicine, Veterinary Science and Dentistry, as well as conservatoires. It supports students to meet the requirements of these applications including qualifications and UCAS points, as well as being fully prepared for entrance exams and interviews.
Students on this pathway will be expected to complete the following:
- EBacc at GCSE
- Select at least two facilitating subjects as part of their main course of study (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, History, Maths, French or English)
- Complete a short volunteer or shadowing placement in their possible field of study.
- Make a 4th subject choice that could be taken to AS or where appropriate completed in full, or complete an EPQ.
ENHANCED
This pathway will ensure you collect a range of experiences, qualifications and skills to create a strong and diverse application that can be used for a variety of post 18 options. Students will be supported to complete additional qualifications and achievements (eg EPQ, Core Maths, music, dance or drama exams, participation in high level sport) that would sit alongside your main course of study to result in both strong UCAS applications and CVs.
Students on this pathway will be expected to complete one of the following in addition to their 3 main subjects:
- Core Maths or Further Maths
- EPQ
- Grade 5 or higher music grades
- Regular high level extra-curricular pursuits eg regional or national performance / sport
- Regular timetabled support for a KS3 subject group at Malton School.
HIGHER VOCATIONAL
Designed to support students who are aspiring to higher degree apprenticeships, vocational degrees and employment, this pathway will offer increased flexibility to encourage the work experience and volunteering placements that are often required by higher education vocational courses. Students will also be offered support for CV writing and interviews alongside possible UCAS applications.
Students on this pathway will be expected to complete the following:
- 3 A level equivalent courses.
- Complete a minimum of 2 hours per fortnight of work experience or volunteering throughout Year 12, agreed by the end of the first half-term.