We have listed a few questions and answers that we hope will help you.
If you can’t find the information you need please just email us at office@s6c.mlp.college and we will do our best to help.
Who can attend?
Subject to entry requirements and any particular subject entry criteria, anyone aged between 16 and 19 who is legally residing in the UK.
Students who are nationals of EU (or European Economic Area (EEA)) countries (other than Irish citizens) who enter the UK after 31 December 2020 are not automatically eligible for funding and must be able to demonstrate that they are legally resident in the UK to be funded. We are unable to directly offer places to EU students who are not legally resident in the UK.
However, there are agencies who provide short-term placements for international/EU students at British institutions. S6C work with South England Exchange (who are accredited by AEGIS – Association for the Education and Guardianship of International Students) and we take a number of international students on short-term placement each year. SE Exchange’s contact details are; info@southenglandexchange.org and 07796 997780.
What are the entry requirements?
Please see our Courses page for details of the minimum entry requirements students must achieve in order to study with us: https://www.salisbury6c.ac.uk/courses/
Each subject also has requirements, all of which are detailed in the subject descriptions.
Which are the main feeder schools?
The main feeder schools are Wyvern St Edmund’s, St Joseph’s, Trafalgar and Stonehenge. However, any students from other schools in Salisbury and surrounding areas are also more than welcome.
What is the catchment area?
We do not really have a catchment area. However, if we are oversubscribed priority is given based on the Admissions Policy which can be found here: https://www.salisbury6c.ac.uk/about-s6c/policies/
What are the term times?
Our term dates can be found here: https://www.salisbury6c.ac.uk/about-s6c/dates/
What experience do the teachers have?
We have recruited teachers who are all capable of delivering outstanding lessons. Experience and ability is what we were looking for. We want our college to be a continuation of the good experience students will have had in their feeder schools. We may be called a college as that is normal for sixth forms, but we will have all the support and encouragement that you expect from a school. Check out the teacher profiles here: https://www.salisbury6c.ac.uk/about-s6c/our-staff/
What are the travel arrangements to access the college?
S6C is a short walk from the city centre where many of the bus routes pick up and drop-off, and the railway station is also easily accessible. On site parking is limited and is for staff only. We encourage all students to walk, cycle, or arrive by bus or train.
How do I get a bus pass?
You will need to apply for bus passes directly to Wiltshire Council. There is no government funding for transport for post 16 students – which is why it is so essential we have a new sixth form here in Salisbury.
Is there provision for SEN?
Yes there is. This is always an individual requirement. Please get in touch directly by emailing office@s6c.mlp.college if you would like to ask specific questions.
Will students need a laptop?
A laptop or tablet device is recommended. More information can be found here: https://www.salisbury6c.ac.uk/study-with-us/byod-for-learning-portal/
We have wifi set up throughout and make full use of cloud document storage and e-mail communication. Students are free to use their own laptop or tablet pc if it can be connected. There are computers on site for specialised subjects and general use.
Students who are eligible for the Bursary Fund will be given access to a laptop for study purposes.
What equipment will students need?
Students are expected to have a computer or tablet device in order to access the college cloud infrastructure. All courses use this technology for distribution of materials and assessment. Further information can be obtained by contacting us at office@salisbury6c.ac.uk.
Students will be required to purchase their own writing equipment such as pens, lined paper and folders to organise their notes made in class. These folders will be checked regularly by their tutor so it’s important that they have the right equipment to keep their notes organised. They may also need to purchase textbooks specific to the subjects they’re studying.
Students who are eligible for the Bursary Fund may request financial support for all of the necessary equipment listed above.
Will we have to pay for things?
For some things yes. This will largely depend on the course. For example some trips may require a contribution. Sometimes additional research materials are optional and we may require you to pay for these. This is normal at most sixth forms.
Is there financial support?
Some students may be eligible for the 16-19 bursary; further information can be found here: https://www.salisbury6c.ac.uk/study-with-us/bursary/
