The members of staff pictured above assist the pupils and their parents with the university application process including international applications.
From left to right:
Mr Robin Popplewell – University Applications Assistant. Advises on all aspects of university entrance, responsible for the administration of students’ applications and finalises all references.
Mr Simon James – Head of Sixth Form.
Mr Ben Whitworth – i/c medical, veterinary & dentistry applications. Course and work experience advice, preparation for UKCAT & BMAT, and Multiple Mini Interviews are dealt with in a bespoke fashion.
Mrs Jen Hoddinott – Assistant Head of Sixth Form (Universities). Advises on all aspects of university entrance, responsible for the administration of students’ applications and finalises all references.
Mr Michael Triff – Head of Career Guidance & Co-ordinator of Overseas University Applications. Trains students in employability and financial management skills, manages career fairs and a summer work experience scheme, gives one-to-one advice on post-18 options, including alternatives to full-time university (such as apprenticeships), and supports students in planning their gap year. In addition, gives specialist advice and support to students interested in applying to universities outside the UK.
Mr Richard Taylor – Assistant Head of Sixth Form (Progression). Students intending to apply to the most competitive universities will undertake preparation and familiarisation programmes which extend beyond their individual academic departments. Orientation visits, Critical Thinking lessons, Pre-Interview Assessment preparation and submitted work will all be required to enhance a competitive application. Many students need additional support in managing their working lives both at home and at school (particularly in their study periods). A structured programme for the latter aims to manage the transition from the close supervision of the fifth year to the opposite end of the scale at university.
