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Sixth Form Prospectus 2021–2022 Realising potential: Nurturing leaders of the future
NMBEC Realising potential: Nurturing leaders of the future
Welcome to
your Sixth Form
Please take your seat,
your future is about
to begin...
Trevor Dale, Norbury Manor Head of Sixth Form
introduces the brilliant opportunities
that await you
Dear Students, What’s great about joining Norbury Manor? • Support with UCAS applications.
We care that: • Support with Apprenticeship applications.
Norbury Manor is a high-achieving sixth form provider that will provide
you, the student, with the skills you need to succeed in your chosen • You will experience a vibrant journey into • Norbury Manor has a range of links to many
future pathway. your future with tailored subject pathways. widening participation schemes which can provide
• You will join a close-knit community where support for sixth form students to achieve places
Our sixth form is vibrant, diverse and an integral and valued part of our you will enjoy fantastic pastoral care. at Russell Group universities and into employment.
school community. When you join us, you will have exciting opportunities • University visits.
that enable you to develop your leadership skills, explore new and • Norbury Manor will provide you with a springboard
to go on to further education, employment • A dedicated private study area.
interesting personal interests and hobbies, and achieve your academic or an apprenticeship.
aspirations. You will have access to your own sixth form block with • 22 specialist teaching rooms.
modern teaching rooms, a computer suite for private study and a large Will Norbury Manor suit me? • A stunning common room.
common room.
Norbury Manor has a supportive, friendly • Excellent access to ICT.
We provide outstanding pastoral support alongside high quality environment which will allow you to:
independent careers information, advice and guidance to ensure that • Stretch yourself academically. How good are we?
you are aware of all of the routes to further and higher education and • We are making progress in our journey.
• Get involved in a wide range of clubs and activities.
employment that are open to you.
• Think creatively, work independently and • We are a ‘good’ sixth form but we have the ambition
Your teachers will push you to achieve and support you to be the best develop the skills necessary to succeed. and desire to be an ‘Outstanding’ sixth form.
you can be. The world is changing at a rapid pace and to successfully
take your place and make your mark you will need to be adaptive, Is Norbury Manor ready for my future? What did Ofsted say about us in 2017?
creative, enterprising, courageous and think globally. At Norbury Manor, You will have access to: “Norbury Manor is a positive environment for the
you will have many opportunities to develop these key skills and attributes. students in the sixth form. Students grow into
• An experienced form tutor to guide you responsible, thriving young adults. They show self
When you join us at Norbury Manor Sixth Form you will study in a happy, through your sixth form experience. discipline and work hard. They achieve good
successful and caring environment where lifelong friendships are forged. • Ongoing support for transition between qualifications, suitable to their needs. They move on
If you think you have what it takes to add to our already thriving student year 12 and year 13. successfully to universities, apprenticeships, further
community, please come and visit us to find out more, take the opportunity education and employment.”
• Opportunities, encouragement and support
to see our facilities and talk to our students, they will tell you that they for Work Experience, especially through So, if you are a forward thinking individual and are
made the right choice studying with us. ‘Moving on Week’. excited about the opportunities available to you at
the Norbury Manor Sixth Form you need to visit us at
Life after GCSEs is all about choices, your choices! • A dedicated Careers Team to support you our Open Evening.
in your next steps.
Mrs M Hayden
Headteacher
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NMBEC Realising potential: Nurturing leaders of the future
What makes Norbury A warm hello, from the Head Student Team
Manor special? at Norbury Manor Sixth Form
As the Head Team we believe it is our mission develop your skills and make new friends.
to help existing students and newcomers
Being here has helped us to develop our
alike to enjoy their time in the sixth form at
Our sixth form is a very caring place where we are all Norbury Manor and we aim to make your
leadership and communication skills and
we are sure you will benefit just as much
valued as individuals. On the following pages some of transition into our sixth form community as
as we have.
smooth as it can be.
our students and alumnae share their experiences and We look forward to welcoming you to the
describe where your time at Norbury Manor can lead you. You will find that Norbury Manor is a great
sixth form.
environment in which to learn new subjects,
Setting you in the right direction, our pastoral and Head Girls
careers specialists share how their methods support
and guide you through this phase of your development.
Emma Nicholls Alison Park
Pastoral Support Leader Careers Adviser
The main aim of my role is to ensure My role, in a nutshell is to empower, Emily-Rose Sehar Shireen
that you achieve your potential, educate, inform, advise, guide, › Religious Studies › Biology › Religious Studies
are motivated, engaged and fully inspire, motivate and support you › English Literature › Chemistry › Criminology
prepared for life beyond our Sixth into positive opportunities after › Health and Social Care › Psychology › Health and Social Care
Form. Part of my job is to implement completing your studies at NMBEC.
the college policies on discipline, I’d like to become an I am planning to attend My goal for the future
I deliver careers guidance in a number investigative journalist Imperial College London is to be running my
behaviour and attendance as well or a news reporter to study Medicine and own business which is
of ways:
as providing a robust but caring depending on which hopefully become a GP. something I’m really
support system. • 1:1 structured, impartial and career path I eventually passionate about.
choose to pursue.
independent careers guidance
I am always available to students if appointments Deputy Head Girls
you have any concerns over your work
or personal issues and can assist you • Facilitating and delivering group
to resolve any difficulties you might sessions
be facing. My door is always open. • Collaborating with staff to provide
I do this by supporting the Head effective careers education
of Sixth Form and offering you • Careers talks on qualifications,
individualised pastoral care and options, employability and training
support.
• Attending NMBEC events to give Maryam Samira Zainab
advice on education, employment › Biology › English Literature › English Literature
and training › English Literature › Economics › History
• Arranging events and visits from › Psychology › Business Studies › Religious Studies
other careers professionals so you I have always had a I hope to go to My plan after sixth form
have access to the most up to date passion for law which university after my is to study Philosophy at
followed on from A Levels, but I am still Kings College, London.
information and guidance as well studying Citizenship at looking at my options
as a range of opportunities you GCSE level and I want to and have not chosen
may not have even considered. be able to make a a particular course or
difference in the world. university yet. I am
interested in becoming
an investment banker.
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Our sixth form is well established and The following subjects are being offered:
Sixth Form flourishing, offering a modern and Computing & Mathematics Faculty
Life Sciences Faculty
Curriculum relevant curriculum. We offer a wide
range of AS, A2 and BTEC courses for Business Studies
Mathematics
Further Mathematics
students and further new courses are Computer Science
Economics MFL &
introduced as the sixth form continues Expression Faculty
Health & Social Care
to grow. Psychology Music Performance
Sociology Performing Arts - Acting
Sports & Exercise
English & Spanish
Media Faculty
English Literature Science Faculty
Media Studies Applied Science
Biology
Humanities Faculty
Chemistry
Extended Project Criminology
Qualification Forensic Science
Geography
Government & Politics Technology Faculty
History 3D Design
RS: Philosophy & Ethics Fine Art
Graphic Art
Photography
Textiles
Nina STUDENT Louise STUDENT
› Health & Social Care › Business Studies
› Media Studies › Health & Social Care
› Sociology › RS: Philosophy and Ethics
I am very happy to be a part of the sixth form at
Norbury Manor because it has so much to offer. I
remained in the sixth form after finishing KS4 because
of the positive environment, the supportive staff and
the range of subjects offered here. I am planning to
go to university but have more work to do on finding
the right course for me at the right university; luckily
we have a lot of support with making these choices.
Being a sixth form student at has been the first step in
Shanelle STUDENT Norbury Manor has been a very achieving my future aspirations.
› Biology positive experience for me. I have There are a lot of other
› Chemistry a strong work ethic and have opportunities at Norbury Manor
› English Literature been able to develop my time that will allow you to make your
management and academic skills. Studying a mixture of BTEC and A Level subjects is
mark, you can become a member
proving to be a good pathway for me. The BTEC
I have had the opportunity to take of the Head Team, set up your
approach allows me to complete projects and
part in a number of programmes own club or society or get
assessments as I study the different units and I can
at both the University of Sussex involved with the lower school
balance this with the exam elements of my A Level
and Kings College to get me community.
subjects.
ready for applying to university
this year, for me Norbury Manor
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Students should complete their application form
indicating their initial subject preferences and reserve
industry insight days, work experience in top firms
and dedicated university Open Days. Where can Norbury “This was the right
choices. All students who apply for a place at the place for me.”
Norbury Manor Sixth Form are then invited to PSHE Manor take you?
interview and their subject preferences will shape our This is compulsory throughout the sixth form Natalie ALUMNA
final curriculum offer. Subjects will then be arranged programme of study. Students will spend time with › 2013–2014: Plymouth University
into option blocks based on student preferences in their form tutors following a programme of study – Mechanical Engineering
order to satisfy the needs of the majority of students. which includes topics as varied as study skills, careers › 2014–2016: Plymouth University
Students without a 9–4 grade in Maths and English guidance and the UCAS process. Here are a few of the very many journeys – Forensic Science
GCSE will be required to attend retake classes in
Participating that our alumnae have been on, and their › 2016–2017: Kingston University
these subjects. inspirations as well as aspirations that – Forensic Science
Sixth form students benefit from being a part of a have helped shape their futures so far... › 2017–present: Teacher in the Science
Enrichment flourishing, caring community and are encouraged department at Norbury Manor
Sixth form students have access to a wide variety of to take part in events linked to the wider life of the
enrichment activities. All year 12 students will take
part in a team building day to build a sense of
college to develop their leadership and citizenship skills.
“Being here made
Additionally, we organise a range of activities
teamwork and co-operation. Students will also have throughout the year to encourage students to look me resilient.”
opportunities to visit universities and businesses as beyond their time in the sixth form and plan towards
well as being able to take part in subject specific their futures. These events include visits to universities Khadijah ALUMNA
visits. Numerous clubs and activities outside of the and careers exhibitions, work shadowing and › 2017–current: Georgia State
classroom are also available to the students and mentoring programmes pairing our students with University, USA – Neuroscience
include the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and those already at university. and Pre-Med
the Debating Club.
During the sixth form, students will develop the skills
We are part of a number of 1st Generation Widening required in order to be successful in higher and
Participation programmes and this supports our sixth further education or employment. Norbury Manor has always been like a second home
form students to access top flight universities, for me, a family that always cared and looked after
me. I joined in year 7, not wanting to move on from
my primary school. However it didn’t take long to get
Olivia STUDENT Hilay STUDENT in to a routine and to realise that this was the best
place I could have come to. The support given by the
› Art & Design Diploma › Biology
pastoral team and all of my teachers throughout my
› English Literature › Business Studies time here was incomparable to any other school I
› Extended Project Qualification › Chemistry have visited. They were there every step of the way
I am currently studying for a diploma in Art. As a sixth I joined Norbury Manor Sixth Form as an external both academically and pastorally.
former, some of my time is spent in the common student from Carshalton Girls. I studied A Levels in After finishing GCSE’s I had no doubts in my mind
room, talking with friends and playing games as well English Literature, History and Drama along with an that I would stay in the sixth form. I chose to study
as working! The atmosphere is warm, friendly and AS Level in French. Biology, Maths, Psychology and Physics. Whilst this was
welcoming and the common room is always buzzing. Coming to Norbury Manor was a huge adjustment a challenging 2 years, I enjoyed every moment of it.
I have made many new friends with so many new for me but I was able to embark on this journey with After sixth form, I started a BEng in Mechanical
people, including students joining us from other the support of the friends I made in my first few days. Engineering, but soon knew that this was not right
schools, who fit right in and quickly become a part Being here made me resilient and allowed me to for me and I changed to a BSc in Forensic Science.
of our school. develop my leadership skills. I have had opportunities I knew from my first lecture that I had made the right
to perform in events and be an advocate for the decision and I graduated from Kingston University
things I believe in. I have made lifelong friends during with a First class degree.
my time here.
I decided to pursue a teaching career and was
I was accepted into Georgia State University in the privileged to be offered the opportunity to work in
USA with an International Scholarship. Currently, the science department at Norbury Manor where I
There are a range of activities you can take up in the I am majoring in Neuroscience and Pre-Med and am teach Science and Criminology. It has been one of the
sixth form, I am a member of the Medical Society and looking forward to the rest of my time studying in most rewarding and challenging experiences I have
have been able to take part in a lot of discussions, trips the USA. had so far.
and visits. The best so far was the opportunity to take
part in the Royal Society of Medicine “Operating Tour
Live” event. We were able to view and take part in a
range of scientific dissections under the direction of
medical professionals – it was such an amazing
experience.
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“It’s a school where every “I have made such Where are they now? Higher/Further
student matters, and no wonderful friends for life.” Name Course/Next Steps Education Destinations
one is left behind.” Honour Roll 2019 Amechi
Chantae
English Literature
Psychology with
University of Essex
University of Essex
Shinal ALUMNA Cognitive Neuroscience
Feruze Psychology with University of Essex
Sarah ALUMNA › 2014–2018: Virginia Cognitive Neuroscience
Commonwealth University, USA Kelvin International University of Essex
› 2011–2014: Oxford University Development
Undergraduate student – Chemistry
– Geography Kwamina Politics & International University of Essex
› 2018 –present: Chemist at a Higher/Further Relations
› 2014–2015: GlobalGiving UK Name Course/Next Steps Education Destinations
Diagnostics Clinical Lab, USA Umu Psychology University of Essex
– Youth Programme Co-ordinator Jada Communication & Media Bournemouth University Minahil Law University of Leicester
› 2015–2016: The Holocaust Lauryn Psychology Bournemouth University Helena Architecture University of Reading
Educational Trust – Ambassador Aswathy Psychology Brunel University London Fiza Human Resource University of Roehampton
Kia Digital Design Brunel University London Management
Programme Administrator
Asfa Fashion Design Buckinghamshire Hamzah Psychology University of Roehampton
› 2016–2019: Greater London New University Maryam Psychology & Counselling University of Roehampton
Authority – Data Support Officer Nina Applied Criminology/ Canterbury Christ Meriem Education University of Roehampton
Forensic Investigation Church University
› 2019–present: Greater London Umaymah Biological Sciences University of Roehampton
Amirah Radiography City, University of London
Authority – Project Support Officer Zara Philosophy, Religion University of Roehampton
Huda Radiography City, University of London & Ethics
Maryam English City, University of London Ria Podiatry University of Southampton
Saffiya Health Sciences City, University of London Anjali Economics & International University of Sussex
Danniqua Music Performance Institute of Contemporary Development
Music Performance Louise Psychology University of Sussex
Shanelle Nursing Studies Kings College London Beatriz Graphic Branding University of the Arts
Norbury Manor proved to be the ideal sixth form for Tiara Biomedical Science Kings College London & Identity London
me. I wanted to be at a sixth form where I was already Aisha Pharmacology Kingston University Olivia Costume for Performance University of the Arts
London
well established and the teachers knew me. I did not London
Anjeni Media & Communication Kingston University Vithushika Graphic Branding University of the Arts
want the disruption of moving to another school as London & Identity London
this would impact negatively on my education. I chose Najla Nursing Studies Kingston University Ayeza Cognitive & Clinical University of Westminster
London Neuroscience
to study Biology, Chemistry, and Maths to A Level Dua Pharmacology & Physiology University of Westminster
Salma Education London Metropolitan
and Geography to AS Level. University Mahreen Business Management University of Westminster
Amana Computer Science Queen Mary University Mahum Law University of Westminster
When I started at Norbury Manor in year 7, I was Before university, I took a gap year to explore my & Mathematics of London
Zoha Accounting University of Westminster
extremely shy, with few aspirations. It soon became university options and it was during this time I chose Naia Computer Science Royal Holloway,
University of London Sarah Apprenticeship
clear that Norbury Manor was different from the to apply to American universities to study Chemistry Fatima Gap Year
Nida Politics & International Royal Holloway,
other schools. because of the numerous opportunities the US offers Relations University of London Hajra Gap Year
to students. My teachers at Norbury Manor helped Cleo Business, Management, SOAS University of London Ishrah Gap Year
I loved school and my confidence grew. When it Economics & Law
me enormously with my applications to American Milena Gap Year
came time to consider my post-16 education I realised Meryem Law SOAS University of London
universities and gave me the confidence to study
I didn’t want it to end! Mira Business, Management, SOAS University of London
abroad. Economics & Law
I knew that the excellent teaching and support system Hilay Clinical Pharmacology St George’s,
I studied at Virginia Commonwealth University in the University of London
would get me through my A Levels, and I was excited
USA and I became immersed in American culture. Francesca Fashion University for the
by the opportunities that the sixth form had to offer. Creative Arts
This boosted my confidence to go out into the world
In the sixth form, I was elected Head Girl which gave Sahra Mathematics University of Brighton
and try new things.
me a lot of responsibility in the school, and helped to
boost my confidence. With the help of my teachers, I successfully graduated with a Bachelor’s degree
I managed to continue my academic success, and get that has opened up doors to multiple career paths
into Oxford University to study Geography. and I currently work for the second largest specialised
clinical lab in the States. This position has given me
After my degree I entered the world of work. I started
the opportunity to utilise my chemistry skills on a
by working for two small charities that delivered youth
large-scale basis, as I work to help patients lead
programmes. Currently, I work in the Mayor of London’s
healthier lives by providing ways to respond earlier
Health Team at the Greater London Authority,
to the onset of disease.
where I’m keen to stay and develop my project and
programme management skills further. It’s an honour I had a wonderful time at Norbury Manor. I made
to work directly on initiatives that strive to improve such wonderful friends for life and I will always
the health and wellbeing of fellow Londoners. cherish the great memories. Norbury Manor will
always have a place in my heart.
My years at Norbury Manor taught me to always
work hard and always give back, and now with every
step I still strive to do just that.
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“Sixth form students fare well in their
A Levels. The school offers a wide
range of academic choices, with
some relevant applied courses too.
The options meet students’ needs.”
/ OFSTED 2017 /
Rise & shine
Norbury Manor
Business & Enterprise College
Kensington Avenue
Thornton Heath
Croydon
Surrey CR7 8BT
T. 020 8679 0062
E. nichollse@nmbec.org.uk
www.nmbec.org.uk
@NorburyManor
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