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Student Life
Student Support
Staff are always ready to help students with
any problems they may face during their
Post-16 studies. All students are allocated
to a small tutor group and have a personal
tutor. The tutor is able to ensure that
every individual’s needs are met, and
liaises with other staff as appropriate.
Students have access to mentors and
counsellors who can offer extra support if
appropriate.
Parents receive regular
progress updates, and are encouraged to
contact the Post 16 form tutors / subject
teachers to discuss any problems at an early
stage. In addition, there are two formal
invitations each year to review progress.
Staff within George Salter take great pride
in enabling each individual to be
successful. Every effort is made to ensure
that students can take the subjects of their
choice, at an appropriate level to suit
their individual needs. Sessions are taught
by specialist staff and are supported by
private study periods.
Students who attend Post 16
at George Salter receive guidance and
support in becoming independent learners,
who can take responsibility for their own
work and for managing their own time. These
skills are highly valued by employers and
universities.
Equal Opportunities
George Salter welcomes all
applicants regardless of colour, race,
religious belief, nationality, sexuality,
ethnicity, disability or background.
Special Educational Needs
Students with a statement of
special educational needs should inform
George Salter at the time of application to
the Post 16 Centre, so that appropriate
support can be arranged.
Likewise, the Post 16 Centre
should be advised in advance of any
disability, so that positive steps can be
taken to accommodate specific requirements.
Careers and Guidance
George Salter works in
partnership with Connexions Prospects to
provide students with a range of free
careers services and has Connexions Personal
Advisors.
They help students make
informed decisions about their future.
Progression routes after Post 16 include
Higher Education, Modern Apprenticeships and
employment.
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Post 16
Council
The Post 16 student council organise social events and
exciting fundraising activities through the year. Students
this year are busy organising raising funds for the end of
year prom, including a 24 hour sponsored marathon!
We are really keen that you come to George Salter and
get involved – it’s your Post 16 Centre.
Electives
There
are plenty of opportunities to
pursue a variety
of interests. We strongly believes that your
time with us should be about more than academic
excellence and should give you a number of skills and
interests. These programmes allow you to explore
your own boundaries and discover new things about
yourself. The Wednesday afternoon elective programme
is a key strength within post 16.
Enrichment activities include Duke
of Edinburgh, Sports
coaching awards, Sports and fitness activities such as
martial arts, competitive local and national sports, Sign
Language, mentor training and many more.
Education Maintenance Allowance
Students may be eligible for up to
£30 per week for
choosing to stay in education. The Education
Maintenance Allowance is paid to Post-16 students from
low-income families following full-time courses.
Application forms are available from
the Post 16 office.
Help
and advice will be provided to
complete them if
required.
A
learning agreement must be signed by
the student,
parent and tutor. This will set out the goals, attendance
and homework targets, which must be met to receive
payment.
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