Carterton Community College

Mrs H Owen is named as SENDCO (also a Teacher of English).

“Mrs H Owen SENDCO Teacher of English”

The school has a named SENDCO and commits to inclusive provision, quality first teaching, and narrowing the attainment gap between SEND and non-SEND students.

“We endeavour to make available inclusive provision to ensure that all students, including those students identified with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) can enjoy and benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum with access to the National Curriculum at an appropriate level, so that they may achieve their full potential. Our focus is on delivering quality first teaching, enabling all learners to achieve in the classroom through differentiation and we are committed to narrowing the attainment gap between SEND and non-SEND students.”

Every sixth-form student is part of a tutor group with a dedicated tutor who is the first point of contact for support

“Every student in the Sixth Form is part of a tutor group and supported by a dedicated tutor. Tutors are the first point of contact for guidance, support, and advice throughout a student’s time with us.”

The safeguarding team lists a Deputy Headteacher as Designated Safeguarding Lead plus multiple Deputy DSLs, including the Head of Sixth Form.

“Mr J Winter Deputy Headteacher Designated Safeguarding Lead”

STEM initiative partners with institutions and industry to build workforce-relevant skills into the curriculum.

“Through our STEM initiative, we will work alongside a range of institutions and industry partners to integrate learning experiences and skills development into the fabric of our curriculum”

Seminar room described as being for small classes and private study.

“Seminar room for small classes and private study”

School offers all levels of the Duke of Edinburgh Award, including Gold in Year 12 & 13 (sixth form).

“We start our program of outdoor education with the year 8 Bushcraft week, and build on this by offering our students the chance to participate in all levels of the globally-recognised Duke of Edinburgh Award.”

DofE Gold award is undertaken in Year 12 & 13, i.e. during sixth form.

“Gold award – Year 12 & 13”

High expectations are paired with high levels of support, and every student is known and supported by a tutor team

“High expectations are matched with high levels of support. Every student is known and supported by a tutor team who monitor academic progress, wellbeing, and personal development.”

School's overarching motto emphasises high standards and high aspirations

“High Standards, High Aspirations.”

Dedicated Sixth Form Centre (The William Carter Centre) is home to over 80 students.

“Formally opened by our local MP, The William Carter Centre is now home to over 80 students, offering a calm and inspiring environment where every learner can thrive.”

Sixth form promotes an individually supportive, aspirational environment with personal education plans and development of confidence and independence.

“At Carterton Community College Sixth Form, every student is valued as an individual. We are proud to offer a highly supportive and aspirational environment where you will be known, challenged, and guided towards your personal goals.”

School holds Whole School Open Evening, Sixth Form Open Evening, and Open Mornings events for visitors

“We hold 3 events during the year: - Whole School Open Evening - 26th September 2024 - Sixth Form Open Evening - November 2024 - Open Mornings - October 2024”

Applications can be made online or via a paper form, with a deadline at the end of January.

“The deadline for your application to Carterton Sixth Form is the end of January. Contact us if you are unable to meet this deadline and we will always try and help.”

Recent university destinations include Oxford, Bristol, Warwick, St Andrews, Manchester, Liverpool, Loughborough and Falmouth.

“University of Oxford, University of Bristol, University of Warwick, University of St Andrews, University of Manchester, University of Liverpool, Loughborough University, Falmouth University and many more.”

Recent apprenticeship/employment destinations include BMW Mini, Siemens, Hovis, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Burford Garden Company and John Radcliffe Hospital.

“BMW Mini, Siemens, Hovis, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Burford Garden Company, and the John Radcliffe Hospital.”

A Level A*-E pass rate of 83% among 27 students

“A\* - E - 83%”

GCSE results reported: English & Maths 9-4 44%, Progress 8 -0.56, Attainment 8 3.42 (98 students)

“English & Maths - 9-4 44%, 9-5 23%”