Sixth Form Admissions
We aim to give you the best Sixth Form experience possible. We set high standards in terms of pupil conduct and effort and expect our pupils to be the best that they can be in all areas. We believe that the staff at Bishop Walsh Catholic School are highly dedicated and committed professionals. We offer a supportive and friendly environment which we strongly feel helps to inspire and motivate you to succeed and reach your goals.
The school was founded by the Catholic Church to provide education for children of Catholic families. The school is conducted by its Governing Body as part of the Catholic Church in accordance with its Trust Deed and Instrument of Government and seeks at all times to be a witness to Jesus. We ask all parents applying for a place here to respect this ethos and its importance to the school community. This does not affect the right of parents who are not of the faith of this school to apply for and be considered for a place here.
For any pathway below, students will be expected to study the following:
Core RE (one hour per week)
EPQ (grade 5 in English) or Core Maths (grade 4 in Maths)
Enrichment (one hour per fortnight)
Students will also be expected to study GCSE resit Maths or GCSE resit English if they have not passed either of these qualifications.
Pathway 1
Students will study three A Level courses.
A minimum of five GCSE grades 4-9 including English/Mathematics and meeting the subject specific entry requirements.
Please note that students may opt to take four A Level courses. These students will be considered upon receipt of their GCSE results.
Pathway 2
Students will study a mixture of three A Level and Level 3 vocational courses.
A minimum of 4 GCSE grades 4-9 including English/Mathematics and meeting the subject specific entry requirements.
Pathway 3
Students will study three Level 3 vocational courses.
A minimum of 4 GCSE grades 4-9.
Students must meet the subject specific entry requirements.