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The Sixth Form at Little Heath is renowned for its excellent results. Year on year the school finishes high in the Performance Tables. More importantly the results our students achieve increase their life choices, enabling progression to their chosen universities and degree courses. Students at Little Heath School are encouraged to aim higher in order to target and achieve success. Our ability to gain high results even from students with modest GCSEs has led to national accolades. Our performance is described as ‘outstanding placing Little Heath towards the very top nationally in terms of value added’. Our ‘top class teaching’ is described as ‘outstanding in national terms’. In November 2005 the effectiveness and efficiency of the Sixth Form has been described as 'outstanding' (Grade 1 ) in our OFSTED Report:
‘The sixth form is excellent. Student numbers have increased significantly in recent years reflecting the public’s acknowledgement of its success. Examination results remain consistently above average. Students make excellent progress. The progress made by students of all abilities is outstanding, in particular for those who begin their courses with below average GCSE results. Teaching is excellent. There is a good range of courses including an increasing number of popular vocational opportunities. The school monitors local needs well to ensure that it is meeting demand. Students are well motivated and drop out rates are low. Leadership and management are highly effective. Standards are monitored closely and effective action is taken to identify areas for improvement and to promote best practice. Students benefit from the high levels of support and guidance provided.’
OFSTED November 2005
There is a place in the Sixth form at Little Heath for any student who is prepared to work hard. We offer an extensive range of AS, A Level and Advanced Vocational Courses. Level 2 Vocational Courses are offered if students need to top up GCSEs before proceeding to more advanced study. At Little Heath School we will work with you towards gaining good qualifications. You will receive plenty of support and guidance, both during your courses and to help you make informed decisions about your future post-18.