Open Evening Virtual Event
September 2021 Intake
Dear Parents, Carers and prospective Students,
Thank you for considering Corby Business Academy as your choice of Sixth Form, we appreciate that this is an important decision and want to support you in these times.
As you will see, our Sixth Form provision provides a wealth of opportunities. We are proud of the high quality destinations that our students accomplish, and the extremely high percentage of students that achieve their first choice destination.
The Academy’s provision enables students to access high academic attainment, as well as establish holistic development for the next stage of their careers or education. Our community ethos and excellent staff-student relationships provides a wealth of opportunities for all students.
Unfortunately, Covid-19 restrictions will prevent us from carrying out physical tours of the building this year, so we have complied two main strands of guidance:
- An online prospectus
- A virtual tour that allows you to hear from staff and students, as well as see the Academy building
Sixth Form Prospectus 2021-22
Please click on the image below to view our 2021-22 Sixth Form prospectus, we trust you will find it informative and it gives you a strong indication of our Sxith Form provision:
Virtual Tour
Please see below a link to our virtual tours. This can be accessed at your leisure and will enable you to hear from staff and students, as well as see the Academy building:
Application Form
To apply for a place at Corby Business Academy’s Sixth Form, please complete our online application form:
Please note that the deadline for applications is: Monday 11th January 2021
Student Voice
View the profiles below to find out more about our students' experiences at the Academy.
| Colin Hunter Head Boy - Year 13 |
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 Studying:A-Level Geography BTEC Business BTEC Sport Ambition after Corby Business Academy: To go to university to study Sports Science and hopefully get a successful role around sport. “My teachers have highlighted many different career pathways for my future and have encouraged me to keep pushing.” |
| Abi Mahony Head Girl - Year 13 |
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Studying: Ambition after Corby Business Academy: |
| Phuonganh Mguyen Science Ambassador - Year 13 |
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| Caitlin Campbell-Gordon Mental Health Ambassador - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Art A-Level Psychology BTEC Health and Social Care Ambition after Corby Business Academy: To go to University to study Primary Education with QTS. “My teachers helped support me during times where I had bad mental health and that’s pushed me to want to be able to support others who struggle in education too.” |
| Teagan McCardie Sports Ambassador - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level English Literature BTEC Health and Social BTEC Sport Ambition after Corby Business Academy: To go to University to study Physical Education and School Sport. “Being a Sports Leader allowed me to gain experience in the subject area that I love and want to progress into further when I leave Sixth Form.” |
Alumni
We are proud of our former students and the high quality destinations they accomplish, an extremely high percentage achieve their first choice destination. Click on the link below to read our Alumni profiles, including our latest Oxbridge student Chatal's:
Useful Contacts
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Ralph Franklin Samantha Anderson |
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Subject Directors:
Emily Boyd
Director of Subject for Art and Photography
Emily.Boyd@corbybusinessacademy.org
Lisa Hawkins
Vice Principal responsible for Business
Lisa.Hawkins@corbybusinessacademy.org
Martin Corbishley
Director of Subject for Computer Science and ICT
Martin.Corbishley@corbybusinessacademy.org
Caitlin Smith
Head of Chemistry
Caitlin.Smith@corbybusinessacademy.org
Deirdre O'Brien
Head of Biology
Deirdre.OBrien@corbybusinessacademy.org
Francia Dickinson (Academy SENCo)
Lead Teacher of Dance
Francia.Dickinson@corbybusinessacademy.org
Laura Bond
Director of Subject for English
Laura.Bond@corbybusinessacademy.org
Megan McLellan
Lead Teacher of Drama
Megan.Mclellan@corbybusinessacademy.org
Jordon Joseph
Head of Geography
Jordon.Joseph@corbybusinessacademy.org
Corinna Stanley
Lead Teacher of Health and Social Care
Elaine.Wood@corbybusinessacademy.org
Fiona Rowe
Head of History
Fiona.Rowe@corbybusinessacademy.org
Urvish Patel
Head of Maths
Urvish.Patel@corbybusinessacademy.org
Laurence Woodcock
Assistant Principal responsible for Media
Laurence.woodcock@corbybusinessacademy.org
Sophie Allert
Director of Subject for Modern Foreign Languages
Sophie.Allert@corbybusinessacademy.org
Clive Wears
Director of Subject for Music
Clive.Wears@corbybusinessacademy.org
Stuart Wall
Director of Subject for Physical Education
Stuart.Wall@corbybusinessacademy.org
Frederick Hagan
Head of Physics
Frederick.Hagan@corbybusinessacademy.org
Elaine Wood
Director of Subject for Psychology
Elaine.Wood@corbybusinessacademy.org
Senior Leadership Team:
Simon Underwood
Associate Principal
Simon.Underwood@corbybusinessacademy.org
Kerry Prior
Vice Principal
Kerry.Prior@corbybusinessacademy.org
Lisa Hawkins
Vice Principal
Lisa.Hawkins@corbybusinessacademy.org
Julian Smith
Vice Principal
Julian.Smith@corbybusinessacademy.org
Charlie Gavin
Assistant Principal
Charlie.Gavin@corbybusinessacademy.org
Heather Thompson
Assistant Principal
Heather.Thompson@corbybusinessacademy.org
Heidi Bird
Assistant Principal
Heidi.Bird@corbybusinessacademy.org
Laurence Woodcock
Assistant Principal
Laurence.Woodcock@corbybusinessacademy.org
Admissions
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The entry requirements for external students will be the same as for continuing students. All students must complete a Corby Business Academy application form. There are two areas within the Sixth Form for students to apply for: The Pathway Courses: To participate in The Level 3 Pathway students must achieve:
The Gateway Courses: To participate in The Level 3 Pathway students must achieve:
Students will be expected to retake GCSE Maths and/or English as part of this course. NB. The maximum intake to The Gateway Course is 25 students *Course entry requirements and points allocation are outlined in our Sixth Form prospectus. |
| Published Admissions Number (PAN) |
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The Published Admissions Number (PAN) is the maximum number of external students that the admissions authority will admit to each year group. Each school has a published number to admit. The PAN for Corby Business Academy is 25 external admissions in each Year 12 entry. After the admission of students with EHC plans that name the Academy and if applications which meet the academic entry requirements exceed Year 12 PAN the following over subscription criteria apply:
In the event of a tie-break situation i.e. two addresses are exactly the same distance from the Academy; a place will be awarded on a random allocation basis. This will be undertaken electronically and will be subject to independent verification. There will be a right of appeal to an Independent Appeals Panel for unsuccessful Post 16 applicants. A waiting list will be held for Year 12 students for the first term of the new academic year. This waiting list will be held in line with the over subscription criteria. |
| Additonal Information |
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**Definition of sibling link: ***Permanent Address The place of residence where the student sleeps the majority of the time. ****Proof of Residence: The definitions to be applied are those set out in the BWT Admissions Arrangements. Please see link below for further details: https:/www.brookewestontrust.org/_site/data/files/3986207F4078017186A772FC01CAEC90.PDF |
| Unit Provision |
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| Corby Business Academy students supported in their learning by placement within the Academy’s Designated Special provision may continue into the Sixth Form where the Academy is able to meet their needs. |