Why Choose Us?
Welcome to Framwellgate School Durham Sixth Form. We would like to thank you for considering us at what is undoubtedly an important stage in your life.
We understand that entering post-16 education is a significant milestone for young adults and their families. Whether you are aiming to progress to higher education, an apprenticeship or employment after sixth form, we offer a wide range of courses to suit your needs and enable you to realise your full potential. Our provision is focused on the individual; we build enrichment and super-curricular opportunities around our students, whilst supporting them in their pursuit of academic excellence.
At FSD’s Sixth Form, you will find an inclusive and supportive environment where every student is known and valued. We engender a real sense of community which is built on high expectations, respect and encouragement. You will be challenged to aim high, supported to succeed and inspired to develop independence, confidence and resilience. Our students benefit not only from high-quality, evidence-informed teaching and smaller class sizes, but also intensive academic and pastoral support.
Our personal development programme is also designed to empower our students, offering a range of opportunities to develop the wider skills and attributes that they will need to thrive in the wider world.
We look forward to welcoming you to a sixth form where you can flourish - academically and personally - be yourself and take the next steps towards a bright future.
Support with Post-18 Progression and Careers
At Framwellgate Sixth Form you will benefit from comprehensive careers and progression support throughout your time with us. Our dedicated Sixth Form Guidance Manager is available in the Sixth Form Centre for students to speak to during their free time and study periods. Through their personal development programme, students cover topics including post-18 options, recruitment and interview skills, personal finance and employability.
There are regular opportunities to hear from visiting employers and higher education providers, both through the careers programme and through curriculum areas. Key events taking place throughout the year include mock interviews, our Careers and Progression Fair, and our annual Post-18 Conference. Every student will have the opportunity for a one-to-one personal guidance meeting with our qualified careers guidance counsellor to explore their future career ideas and post-18 plans.
Application support is available to all students regardless of their choice of post-18 destination. Following CV, application and interview preparation, many students successfully gain apprenticeship and full-time employment positions on completion of their studies. For those considering university, support with the UCAS process begins from the summer of year 12 and students are carefully guided through all aspects of the application process.
The Sixth Form Community
We know that our students’ priority when they come to sixth form is to achieve excellent grades in their chosen qualifications. We also believe, however, that building relationships, making memories and having fun should form a fundamental part of the sixth form experience. Events such as dress-up days and charity fundraisers are always a highlight each year, and we also hold inter-tutor group challenges which put a variety of skills to the test.
Emily King (Head of Sixth Form)