Sixth Form Virtual Open Event
Welcome to The Howard School's Sixth Form Virtual Open Event. The Howard Sixth Form is a successful learning environment where our students consistently achieve good exam results. We have a strong community which provides a highly personalised approach to the development of all our young men and women. We aim to create an environment which provides a strong and sustainable foundation for progression routes to university and work. The Sixth Form offers you a broad and balanced curriculum, outstanding teaching and broader development and enrichment opportunities. Our ambitious students thrive within our supportive and positive learning setting. We take pride in knowing all of our students as individuals, allowing a highly personalised approach to managing each student’s experiences. At all stages parents are informed and involved in progress and development.
In addition to excellent academic provision there are extensive opportunities for student leadership and responsibility. Sixth Formers are key role models who are encouraged to work with and enhance the school experience for other students. Our Leadership Team, including the Head Boy and Head Girl, make a considerable contribution to the school community and lead on many events throughout the school year. At The Howard Sixth Form, we believe we have a perfect balance between independence, monitoring and support.
To find out more about the subjects on offer for September 2021, as well as the required grades for each subject, click on the relevant subjects below. Alternatively, you can access our Sixth Form Prospectus by clicking the following link:
View our Sixth Form Prospectus »
View 2021 Sixth Form Option Blocks »
Virtual Q&As
Miss our Virtual Q&As? Don't worry! Both of our events were recorded in full and are now available to view on our YouTube channel via the link below. If you still have questions, don't hesitate to contact us!
Applying for a Place
To apply for a place at The Howard School Sixth Form, click here:
Apply for a place at The Howard Sixth Form
Subjects on offer:
Business Studies
Grade Requirements:
GCSE Business: Grade 6
GCSE Maths: Grade 5
GCSE English: Grade 5
Criminology
Grade Requirements:
GCSE English: Grade 5
English Language
Grade Requirements:
GCSE English Language or English Literature: Grade 6
If a 6 or higher is achieved in English Literature but not Language, the minimum in Language must be a Grade 5.
English Literature and Language
Grade Requirements:
GCSE English Literature: Grade 6
GCSE English Language: Grade 5
If a Grade 5 was achieved in Literature in 2020, a minimum of Grade 6 must be achieved in English Language in 2021.
Film Studies
Grade Requirements:
GCSE English: Grade 5
Financial Studies
Grade Requirements:
GCSE English: Grade 4
GCSE Maths: Grade 4
Fine Art and 3D Design
Grade Requirements:
GCSE Art & Design: Grade 5
or GCSE Fine Art: Grade 5
Forensics
Grade Requirements:
GCSE Combined Science: Grades 5,5
Geography
Grade Requirements:
GCSE Geography: Grade 6
GCSE English: Grade 5
GCSE Maths: Grade 5
History
Grade Requirements:
GCSE History: Grade 6
GCSE English: Grade 5
ICT
Grade Requirements:
GCSE Computer Science: Grade 4
or Cambridge Nationals Creative iMedia Level 2: Merit
Law
Grade Requirements:
GCSE English: Grade 5
Maths
Grade Requirements:
GCSE Maths: Grade 7
Music
Grade Requirements:
Grade 4 in one musical instrument
or BTEC Music: Merit
or GCSE Music: Grade 4
Performing Arts
Grade Requirements:
GCSE Drama: Grade 4
or Level 2 Performing Arts: Merit
Philosophy and Ethics
Grade Requirements:
GCSE English: Grade 5
Photographic and Graphic Communication
Grade Requirements:
GCSE Photography: Grade 5
or GCSE Art & Design: Grade 5
or GCSE Fine Art: Grade 5
Psychology
Grade Requirements:
GCSE English Language: Grade 6
GCSE Combined Science: Grade 6,6
Sciences
Grade Requirements:
For Biology
GCSE Combined Science: Grade 6,6
or GCSE Biology: Grade 6
GCSE Mathematics: Grade 4
GCSE English: Grade 4 (preferable)
For Chemistry
GCSE Combined Science: Grade 6,6
or GCSE Chemistry: Grade 6
GCSE Mathematics: Grade 5
GCSE English: Grade 4 (preferable)
For Physics
GCSE Combined Science: Grade 6,6
or GCSE Physics: Grade 6
GCSE Mathematics: Grade 5
GCSE English: Grade 4 (preferable)
Sociology
Grade Requirements:
GCSE English Language: Grade 5
or GCSE English Literature: Grade 5
Sport
Grade Requirements:
GCSE Science: Grade 5
GCSE English: Grade 5
BTEC Sport: Distinction