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Academy Awards Scheme

What are Academy Colours?

Academy Colours are special awards presented to qualifying Sixth Form students in year 13. To qualify for this prestigious award Sixth Form students are required to demonstrate a number of qualities that go beyond the normal commitments of being a student. Students must also be able to demonstrate the highest standards of commitment to their courses through excelling levels of attendance and punctuality.

Why should I aim to achieve my Academy Colours?

Achieving Academy colours demonstrates dedication above and beyond the normal commitment of a student, making you 'stand out from the crowd' and supporting your applications to universities, training providers and employers. Working towards this award will also help you develop as a person in terms of self-confidence, personal drive and initiative.

If you achieve Academy Colours, you will be invited to the Academy's Celebration Evening in the December of Year 13, where you will be presented with the prestigious Academy Colours scarf.

What qualities do I need to demonstrate?

Commitment, Dedication & Reliability
  • Attendance record above 95%
  • Punctuality record above 95%
  • No referrals for non-completion of work.
Leadership
  • Form tutor commendation for participation in form
  • Supporting a school event (eg. 6th form Information Evening, Year 7  Induction)
Social Responsibility
  • Full participation in the Year 12 Enrichment programme
  • Supporting fellow students (eg. buddy reading scheme, supporting PE lessons, peer mentoring, student leadership activities)
Achievement
  • Must have achieved grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths and English
  • Must be on target to achieve baseline grades at the end of Year 12
Completing an Outstanding Personal Challenge
  • This will be unique and personal to you and may be completed inside or outside of school. Examples include....
    • Organising an event
    • Raising awareness of an issue (eg. by planning and delivering a school assembly)
    • Raising money for charity through a personal challenge (eg. sponsored swim, bike ride, run, book sale)
    • Volunteering in your spare time
    • Completing an EPQ (Extended Project Qualification)
    • Completing an online course with futurelearn.com