FAQ's
Can I get a place at Rastrick?
I have a disability, should I apply to the College?
What are the entry requirements?
How many subjects are usually studied?
How do I apply?
When do I choose my subjects?
Are student reports issued?
When are the exams?
What is appropriate dress for the College?
Where can I go when I am not working?
What happens if the College is closed due to adverse weather conditions?
How can I find out about career and job information?
How do I report an absence from College?
Can I get a place at Rastrick?
Rastrick Sixth Form College is open access and inclusive. Offers are made to students who will benefit from studying here and for whom there are appropriate courses. The majority of students do come from Rastrick High School but there are a significant number of students who join from other schools and Colleges.
I have a disability, should I apply to the College?
The College has a clear commitment to inclusion for students with disabilities or Special Educational Needs. The College will make all reasonable attempts to provide any specialist support required and this is continuously monitored and reviewed to ensure all needs continue to be met.
What are the entry requirements?
Normal minimum entry requirements are:
- 5 AS Levels – 7 GCSE passes at C or above with most grades B or above
- 4 AS Levels – 5 GCSE passes at C or above
- Applied ‘A’ Level – 5 GCSE passes at C or above
- BTEC First Diploma by arrangement with the Head of College
How many subjects are usually studied?
Most students choose four subjects for AS Level in Year 12 and then continue with three to A2 Level in Year 13. A wide range of subjects are available.
How do I apply?
Admission to the College is by completion of the electronic Common Application Form (CAF) if studying in Calderdale or by paper application form by request if applying from another authority. For more information click here
When do I choose my subjects?
Students have to state their initial subject choices on the application form but these can be changed later if necessary.
Are student reports issued?
The short answer is yes, but students are also encouraged to monitor their own progress. Meetings with Personal and Academic Tutors help students set relevant targets and enable them to focus on the areas they need to improve and to plan strategies that will help them achieve their potential.
When are the exams?
All AS and A2 exams are modular; the main external exams are held in May/June but some modules, in certain subjects, are also examined in January. Click here for current exam dates.
What is appropriate dress for the College?
College students are not expected to wear a uniform. However, they are required to dress appropriately for a professional working environment (it is not considered appropriate to wear either revealing clothes or clothes with slogans which may cause offence to others).
Where can I go when I am not working?
Students have use of a Common Room and a Deli which serves food and drinks throughout the day.
What happens if the College is closed due to adverse weather conditions?
If the main school site is closed, the College will also be closed unless there are exceptional circumstances such as external exams taking place. Students are advised to log on to the website the check for up to date information.
How can I find out about career and job information?
All students are involved in the Careers and Higher Education Programme which is designed to offer support until they leave College. Careers Advisers offer support and advice on a one to one basis throughout the year.
How do I report an absence from College?
It is important to advise the College if you are absent due to illness or need to attend a medical appointment. Failure to do so may affect your EMA entitlement. If you away due to illness or medical appointments, you should report your absence by contacting the Absence Hotline on 01484 406384 by 10.00am.
All other absence from College must be authorised in advance by the Head of College.