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Finance

We know that being a post 16 student is not always easy from a financial perspective but at least some of the benefits below might be of assistance if you are a full time student at The Arnewood School Sixth Form.

  • Coach transport is available to and from Lymington, Milford, Everton and Hordle (morning and afternoon from September 2023). This will be on an application basis where younger students will take priority. We are also running a transport service from the Southbourne area via Christchurch and Burton.
  • No textbook costs
  • Subsidised educational excursions and trips
  • Free connection to WiFi across the whole school site
  • Student discounted iPad purchase scheme
  • Student ID Cards – attracting discounted leisure membership and purchases in participating local shops
  • Bursary scheme – nominated and discretionary payments

Bursary Fund 2023-24 and Bursary Fund Application Form 2023-24

Enrichment

Opportunities for Wider Participation in the Sixth Form

In addition to your main curriculum subjects there are a number of enrichment activities offered to the students.

On a Wednesday afternoon, students can take part in:
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Dry slope skiing
  • First Aid
  • Football
  • Hockey
  • Netball
  • Rounders
  • Rugby
  • Swimming
  • Table Tennis
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Weight/CV training at NMHL centre
Other non-sporting enrichment activities students can do:
  • The extended project qualification (EPQ)
  • One to one support of student’s in the lower school in numeracy and literacy
  • A subject buddy to students in the lower school
  • A future learn course
  • Buddy reading
Be part of an active school council that leads on:
  • Teaching & learning,
  • Charity work,
  • Wider enrichment clubs,
  • Social events like the end of year prom and a fresher’s welcome party

Frenquently Asked Questions

What, and how many subjects can I take?

The sixth form provides you with a varied curriculum that caters for all abilities. We encourage students in year 12 to start with 4 A levels to increase flexibility in their programme of study. Students have the opportunity to mix A Levels with BTEC or Technical qualifications or they can take these vocational qualifications as a stand-alone qualification. If students preferred method of learning is more hands on then the sixth form offer a small range of vocational qualifications leading directly into that career path.

What will my timetable look like?

Students in year 12 will have 4 lessons of their chosen subject per week, and students in year 13 will have 4 lessons of their chosen subject per week, plus an independent study session to accompany that subject. Each lesson is 1 hour in duration and there are 5 lessons a day.

What can I do during my independent study periods?

During the day, there will be independent study time on your timetable. This is an opportunity to complete: Work Experience to enhance your CV Complete homework Online courses – Future learn Support lower school lessons with mentoring/buddy reading/numeracy work

Can I park on site?

Parking on site is very limited and for this reason we ask for no cars to be parked on site. If you intend to drive to school, please be considerate of where you park and bear the local residents in mind when choosing a parking spot for your car.

Will my parents be informed of my progress?

Yes. Although we expect you to take more responsibility for yourself and for your learning once you are in the sixth form, your parents will be sent regular progress and attendance updates through the academic year. If we believe that there might be a problem with your progress or your attendance then your tutor will work with you to help you to get back on track.

Is there any financial support in Sixth Form?

Yes. Please see the Finance page for more information.