Bellerive FCJ Catholic College

School has a dedicated base (Peach room and library) for SEND pupils on individualised catch-up programmes, with plans to expand.

“The school provides a base for SEND pupils on individualised catch-up programmes (Peach room and library). There are plans to increase this facility by the reintroduction of an extra building named Mount St Joseph.”

Outstanding pastoral support with form tutors, UCAS help, PSHE programme and individual mentoring

“Our Sixth Form Pastoral support is outstanding. We provide one to one help with UCAS applications. Each student has a form tutor who supports them during their two years in our Sixth Form.”

Experienced Year 7 pastoral team supports transition; families meet form tutor to ensure two-way communication

“We have an experienced pastoral team in Year 7, and they will strive to ensure every student settles as quickly as possible.”

Average of 10-12 students per Sixth Form class

“On average we have between ten and twelve students in every Sixth Form class.”

Learning is enriched by an extensive programme of extracurricular activities, retreats, chaplaincy opportunities, visiting speakers and educational visits.

“Learning in the classroom is enriched by an extensive programme of extracurricular activities, retreats, chaplaincy opportunities, visiting speakers and educational visits.”

School offers extensive enriching experiences beyond the classroom

“we offer an extensive range of enriching experiences to ensure every student discovers and nurtures her passions, explores a world beyond the classroom, and engages in life-changing opportunities”

School states high expectations underpin everything they do

“High expectations underpin everything we do.”

Inclusive Catholic ethos welcoming students of all faiths

“Our inclusive Catholic ethos warmly welcomes students from all walks of life, regardless of faith.”

Small sixth form offering four pathways and 20 different 16-19 courses

“We offer four different pathways and a choice of 20 different 16-19 courses.”

Sixth form offers three pathway options: full A level programme, Applied General Qualifications, or a blended pathway combining both.

“Students can follow one of three options: a full A level programme, Applied General Qualifications or a blended pathway that combines both.”

Independent Appeal Panel process available for those not offered a place

“Your appeal case will go before an Independent Appeals Panel, and you will be invited to the hearing to present your case.”

Dedicated Head of Sixth Form contact for admissions enquiries

“please email us, FAO Head of Sixth Form at Contactus@bellerivefcj.org”

Sixth form curriculum, including all facilitating A level subjects, is designed to keep options open for progression to higher education, apprenticeships, or employment.

“With a wide choice of qualifications, including all the facilitating subjects at A level, students can shape a curriculum that keeps future options open and supports their next steps into higher education, apprenticeships, or employment.”

Timely and personalised careers advice provided

“Our careers advice is timely and personalised.”

100% A Level pass rate in 2025

“Our students achieved a 100% pass rate at A Level in 2025”

GCSE 2024: 87% achieved Grade 4+ in English, 76% Grade 4+ in Maths

“87% of students achieved a Grade 4 or better (standard pass) in GCSE English and 77% achieved a Grade 5 or better (strong pass).”