Important Information
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Please click the tabs below to find out more information about Southam College Sixth Form.
Sixth Form Attendance
Attendance is one of the key factors determining student success. Since we all want students to be successful, high levels of attendance need to be maintained. Attendance impacts a student’s attainment, wellbeing and wider life chances. It is important that students and parents/carers are familiar with the process and understand the importance of maintaining excellent attendance. However, it should be noted that the process is intended to support students and to remove barriers to attendance.
The expectation for Sixth Form students is to keep attendance at or above 96%. This target accepts the reality that illness and unavoidable appointments may impact student attendance. Being a member of the Southam Sixth Form community is a decision taken by the students. Students who do not meet the high standards expected for Sixth Form, accrue late marks, or who truant lessons, will trigger the graduated response outlined in our attendance documentation.
It should be noted that we take account of individual circumstances, and protected characteristics, when dealing with student attendance. Ultimately, we want to treat the root cause of the absence and remove barriers to attendance. For the most vulnerable students, regular attendance is an important protective factor and the best opportunity for needs to be identified and support provided. Safeguarding is attendance and attendance is safeguarding.
Long term medical conditions and appointments. Areas of responsibility.
Attendance. Authorised and non-authorised
Key Sixth Form dates
Please see the term dates and school calendar for important dates throughout the year.
Other useful dates for the Sixth Form are listed below:
Autumn Term
Year 13 Parent Forum (Information Evening)
Wednesday 10th September, 6:00–7:00pm — Main Hall
Wednesday 10th September, 6:00–7:00pm — Main Hall
Year 12 Parent Forum (Information Evening)
Monday 15th September, 6:00–7:00pm — Main Hall
Monday 15th September, 6:00–7:00pm — Main Hall
Sixth Form Open Evening
Thursday 6th November, 6:00–8:00pm
Thursday 6th November, 6:00–8:00pm
Sixth Form Open Morning 1
Thursday 13th November, Periods 1–2 — Main Hall
Thursday 13th November, Periods 1–2 — Main Hall
Sixth Form Open Morning 2
Thursday 27th November, Periods 1–2 — Main Hall
Thursday 27th November, Periods 1–2 — Main Hall
Year 13 Success Seminars (Vocational Subjects Only)
Wednesday 10th December, 3:15–5:00pm — The Quad
Wednesday 10th December, 3:15–5:00pm — The Quad
Spring Term
Year 12 & 13 January External Examinations
Wednesday 7th January – Monday 12th January- (See exam board docs for exact dates and timings.)
Wednesday 7th January – Monday 12th January- (See exam board docs for exact dates and timings.)
Year 12 & 13 PPE Examinations
Monday 19th January – Friday 30 January
Monday 19th January – Friday 30 January
Year 13 Sixth Form Success Seminars- Wednesday 11th March, 4:00–6:00pm — The Core
Intervention Evening- Thursday 19th March
Practical Examinations (Selected Subjects: Art, Photography, Graphics, etc.)
Scheduled for April — Dates TBC. A-Level Photography: Tuesday 5–7 April
Scheduled for April — Dates TBC. A-Level Photography: Tuesday 5–7 April
Summer Exam Season
AS, A Level & Vocational Examinations Window (Years 12 & 13)- Monday 11th May – Tuesday 23 June
Exam Contingency Day: Wednesday 24 June
Exam Contingency Day: Wednesday 24 June
Year 13 Leaving Date- TBC — Latest possible date: Friday 22 May
Summer Term (Year 12 Focus)
Driver Awareness Workshops (Year 12)- Wednesday 10th June
Religious Studies Afternoon (Year 12)- Wednesday 17th June — Periods 4 & 5, The Core
Next Steps Destinations Trip (NEC) — Year 12- Monday 22nd June
New Year 12 cohort (yr 11) Induction Day / Transition Day- Monday 29th June
Year 12 Work Experience Week- Monday 29th June – Friday 3 July
Year 12 Next Steps: ‘Destinations Day’ (In School)- Monday 6th July
Other Key Dates
World Mental Health Day- Friday 10th October 2025
Awards Evening- Wednesday 17th December, 6:30pm — Main Hall
Children’s Mental Health & Wellbeing Week- Monday 9th – Fri 13th
National ‘Thank a Staff Member’ Day- Wednesday 17th/Thurs 18th June 2026
Cambridge University Trip- TBC — Proposed date: Tuesday 10th February
Lions Senior Citizens Party- Date TBC
Results day 2025
Year 13 Results 2025
Congratulations on your great results
59% A*-B, 26% A*-A and 57% D*-D
Southam College is thrilled to celebrate the 2025 A Level and Level 3 Vocational results.
Students hard work and dedication to their courses has culminated in brilliant results across the Sixth Form with over a quarter of A Level grades being A*-A and 59% of grades A*-B and for vocational courses 57% of grades at D*-D.
Whilst we are proud of every single student’s achievement and effort, particular congratulations go to:
Charlotte Hilton and Ben Bartley (3 A* Grades), Keya Ray, Mollie Irvine and Erin Bradley (2 A* Grades and 1 A Grade)
Hana Chandler, Holly Shepherd-Smith, Persia Baria, Phoebe Cook, Todd Dufty, Alexander Stephen, Oscar Duggleby, William Potter and Ethan Gough are recognised for their excellent results but also making outstanding progress in their Key Stage 5 studies.
Headteacher, Miss Mason, commented: 'We are delighted to celebrate with our Year 13 students, who have been role models in the school and deserve every individual success that they have achieved this year. These results are a stepping stone to the next stage of their life and we wish them luck as they move on to further education and employment. Thank you to staff and families for the endless support given to students, it makes such an impact on our young people.’
Head of Sixth Form, Mrs Campbell-Birch also commented: 'Congratulations to all students for their fantastic results. These achievements are a testament to their unwavering dedication, resilience and hard work throughout their time in Sixth Form. It has been a privilege to witness their growth and success. We wish each of them every happiness for their future journeys ahead'.
Post 16 Results
16-19 Bursary
The Sixth Form Bursary Fund is available to offer financial help with the cost of attending sixth form. It aims to ensure every eligible young person can participate in and benefit from a place and remain in 16-19 education if they wish. Full details of the scheme, including eligibility criteria, are available in the attached bursary application form. Don’t miss out on funding for students aged 16-19!
We welcome applications from all eligible students. Application forms and supporting evidence should be handed in to the sixth form team (Head of Sixth Form or Heads of Year) who will pass this onto our finance lead, Mrs Joiner. If your circumstances change during the year you may apply at any time.
Bursary support is intended to meet participation-related costs only (e.g. transport, educational visits, books and equipment, university open day visits and interviews) and will be based on individual need. Please note that Year 12 students who currently receive support must reapply for year 13. Please see the bursary application form.
Further information and forms are available below:
16 to 19 Bursary Fund guide: 2025 to 2026