LEYTON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE

FAQs

When is Enrolment?
In July we will write to you with the date, time and enrolment procedure.

Can I apply for any course?
Yes, provided you meet the entry criteria. For details, please check in the prospectus.

What if I change my mind?
If you change your mind or don't meet the entry requirements don't panic! All students are seen again at enrolment and we will try to negotiate the necessary changes.

Will I incur any costs?
There are no course fees if you are under 19 on August 31st prior to the start of your course, and you are a 'home student' (that is, you have been resident in Britain or the European Union for three years before your course begins). If you are an overseas student (if you don't meet these conditions) then fees may be payable.

This can be a very complicated area, so please ask for our advice if you are in any doubt. We will confirm any fees to be charged.

Please note Leyton Sixth Form College usually admits students between the ages of 16 and 18 to full-time programmes.

Will I get any help with my costs?
The College can help you to apply for generous financial support. Please ask at your interview for more information. You may be able to apply for an EMA (Education Maintenance Allowance) which means you could receive a weekly sum of up to £30 to help you study as well as bonuses if you progress well on your course.

If you are over 19 when you join us, you may be able to apply for an Adult Learning Grant which is similar to EMA in that you can receive up to £30 per week during term time to help with your studies.

In addition, the College has its own Learner Support Fund which is there to help students with the costs of staying on in Further Education such as travel, books and equipment and trips associated with your course.

Application forms for all three grants are available from the main College Reception.

What do I do with my application form?
Give your completed application form to the person responsible at your school/college - head of year, careers teacher, etc. Your school or college will send your form to us with the reference.

If you are not in education, send your form directly to us but make sure you send it with the correct postage to ensure that it arrives and do not forget to include an up-to-date reference from your last school or college.

Within five days of receipt, we will send you an acknowledgement. If you do not receive one, please check that your application has been forwarded and, if it has, telephone the College on 020 8928 9000 and ask for Admissions.

We look forward to receiving your application.

What will my interview be like?
Your interview is not an exam or a personality test! We use it to get to know you and help you choose the right course to suit your interest and ability. We will usually phone you with an interview date or write if you cannot be contacted by phone.

Please bring your Record of Achievement/progress file to the interview, even if it's not complete. It is a valuable document and tells us a lot about you.

At the interview we will make you an offer of a place if we can, and usually attach conditions (such as five grade A*-C passes at GCSE). We will confirm your place at enrolment in late August or early September.

For some courses, you might be requested to bring evidence but we will inform you of this.