About our Sixth Form

At Chislehurst School for Girls Sixth Form we are committed to promoting academic rigour. We believe that academic excellence is not only a matter of grades, but also a matter of intellectual curiosity, passion for learning, and willingness to challenge oneself. We offer a wide range of courses that cater to different abilities, interests and aspirations, from A-levels to our vocational course.

We provide students with individualised support and feedback, as well as access to various resources and facilities, such as libraries, laboratories, studios and online platforms. Our Year 13 students have the additional benefit of having their own named study bays in our study suites.  We expect students to work hard and smart, to engage actively in their learning, to seek help when needed, and to strive for continuous improvement. 

(Year 13 personal study bays)

One of the things that makes our Sixth Form special is our commitment to promoting girls in leadership. We believe that girls have the ability and the right to lead in all areas of life, from academics and sports, to arts and social justice. We encourage girls to take on leadership roles within the school community, such as the Head student Team, House Captains, peer mentors, club leaders and student council representatives. Encouraging our Sixth Form to lead on stage in assemblies to refine their public speaking skills, supports our students to be confident and articulate young people.  In addition, we also provide girls with opportunities to develop their leadership skills outside the school, such as attending workshops, conferences, seminars and networking events with inspiring female role models from various fields and backgrounds. We aim to empower girls to be confident, resilient and ambitious leaders who can make a positive difference in the world.

Staff

Ms Robinson - Head of Sixth Form

Being a female Computer Scientist I am challenged to engage the girls in a subject which is integral to their future careers and one that has always been under-represented by females. Problem solving is a key 21st Century skill which is at the heart of Computer Science. I enjoy working in a rich community that values every person and includes a wide range of academic ability and talent. We strive for excellence in every aspect of sixth form life. I work with all of our sixth form students to help them to achieve competitive applications to university, including the top universities in the country. The young men and women in our Sixth Form, draw on a different set of  skills and enrich our community, as many will have joined us from other schools. Supporting these young adults on their journey to Higher Education, through enrichment activities, supporting their learning, leadership opportunities, pastoral care and providing extra challenges to stretch the Exceptional Scholars, adds a new dimension to my working life. 

Miss Turner-Clark - Assistant Head of Sixth Form for Standards

As Assistant Head of Sixth Form (Standards), I am dedicated to driving a culture of excellence where high expectations for attendance, behaviour, uniform, and rewards are clearly defined and consistently upheld. My role is to ensure that every student in the Sixth Form embraces responsibility and pride in their conduct and commitment, creating an environment that supports success, ambition, and personal growth.

In addition to my leadership duties, I teach Fine Art, Textiles, and Photography within the Expressive Arts faculty. My own artistic practice centres on Realism Fine Art, specialising in Portraiture and Still Life Oil Painting, complemented by a strong emphasis on Art History, particularly the seventeenth century Dutch Vanitas Period. This expertise informs my teaching philosophy, enabling me to cultivate technical proficiency and creative confidence in my students, while encouraging a deep appreciation of artistic heritage and individual expression.

Mrs Melton - Assistant Head of Sixth Form for Enrichment

As Assistant Head of Sixth Form (Enrichment), I am committed to cultivating a vibrant, inclusive, and aspirational culture that extends beyond the classroom. My role is to create a broad programme of academic, cultural, and personal development opportunities that enable every student to deepen their intellectual curiosity, broaden their experiences, and pursue their ambitions with confidence. Through enrichment, I aim to ensure that all students leave Sixth Form as well-rounded, thoughtful individuals equipped for university, apprenticeships, and the wider world.

Alongside my leadership responsibilities, I teach English Literature and English Language. My classroom practice is grounded in fostering critical thinking, precision in analytical writing, and a genuine engagement with texts from a range of periods and genres. I am passionate about enabling students to develop their own scholarly voices, appreciate the power of language, and make meaningful connections between literature and the society it reflects.

Mrs Kadambi - Study support Officer

My role in the sixth form is to ensure that the students have a study environment that enables them to fulfil their academic potential.  I aim to encourage and motivate the students to make the most of their study time with both independent learning and group work. I provide both academic and pastoral support to the students and liaise with parents and teachers. I monitor attendance and punctuality in order to safeguard the students. I also support Miss Turner-Clark in maintaining standards across the sixth Form.

Mrs Kerr - Study support Officer

My role as Sixth Form Support Officer means that I spend all day with the students. I sit and work with them during study periods to encourage strong, independent working. This means that I get to know the students well as individuals so am also there on a pastoral level when they require that extra support. I liaise with parents and teachers of each student to ensure they receive any extra assistance required. Having someone there throughout their sixth form journey – from year 12 and learning how to work in a different way, in a new school for some, through mocks and then public exams in year 13 is so important for consistency and helping the students feel happy and settled at school, enabling them to reach their academic potential. I also assist Mrs Melton on the enrichment side of the curriculum.

Mr D Langley is the Deputy Head Teacher with oversight of the Sixth Form

Sixth Form Enrichment 

• We are committed to preparing all of our students for the wider world and are motivated by the notion of a life well-lived.
• By promoting activities that enhance the whole person beyond their studies, we will prioritise strategies to guard and look after their own wellbeing, physical health and fitness.
• Leadership characteristics will be taught and developed to ensure that our learners are able to take their place in the wider world with confidence. For example, resilience, empathy, tolerance, discernment, positivity, courage and compassion.
• We look to develop students to have a strong sense of moral purpose, integrity, charity and social justice. We want our learners to be confident public speakers and to know what it is to advocate for those less fortunate than themselves.
• We aim to celebrate successes for everyone, as individuals, as groups of students and as the whole sixth form. To reward, motivate and to reinforce a positive outlook and the confidence to succeed.
• We are committed to this personalised approach of enrichment activities and opportunities for all of our sixth form students.

Exceptional scholars

Providing student-centred programmes and opportunities that meet the needs of our more able scholars, to ensure that they fulfil their potential and are challenged academically.

• Aiming to raise aspiration and engage in a wider curriculum to grow lifelong learners and empower our students to make applications for the most competitive courses and universities for their chosen learning path.
• To this end, we will provide a range of speakers and resources to broaden horizons, build academic confidence and literacy and facilitate 21^st century skills to support their next steps.
• Fair access and widening participation schemes will navigate and support our provision for some students, as we collaborate with top universities and institutions who offer world class opportunities to achieve social advancement and equality of opportunity. For example, the Sutton Trust, UNIQ and Oxbridge Fair Access.

Dress Code

Sixth Form students are aware that they should dress professionally at all times, in a smart and formal manner. Please note that serious or persistent breaches of dress code will result in parents/carers being contacted and students sent home to rectify the issue. It has been felt that some guidelines would be useful to ensure clarity about these expectations. 

 Students should adhere to the following dress code: 

• Blazers are compulsory  
• Tailored trousers or appropriate length dress or skirt 
• Collared shirt or smart blouse with a collar (polo shirts, T-shirts, tank tops or strappy tops are not permitted)
• Smart professional shoes, ankle boots (trainers, high heels, boots, Uggs, flip flops/ sliders, Crocs and sandals are not permitted) 
• Smart overcoats or rain jackets (Hoodies, leather and denim jackets are not permitted
• Discreet piercings are permitted (no rings, bars or visible tattoos) 
• Hair colour should be within the natural range of hair colours  
• Hair accessories should be modest and safe. Long hair should be tied back in practical subjects for health and safety 
• With the exception of headwear worn for religious reasons, hats or hair coverings should not be worn inside the school building 
• Students involved in Physical Education activities should wear Physical Education clothes only when they are in practical lessons 

16-19 Bursary Funding

Students who are in need of financial assistance can apply for the 16-19 Bursary. The electronic form is available via Head of Sixth Form

Please see the link below for 16-19 bursary statement.

16-19-bursary-statement.pdf

The first tranche of applications will close on 27th September.

ID Cards: 

All Sixth Form students are issued with a photographic ID card that grants them access to the Sixth Form Centre via card readers on every outer door. It is compulsory for Sixth Form Students to wear their ID cards at all times. 

School Trips: 

For school trips students should dress appropriately in accordance with the nature of the trip.