Beyond the Classroom: Flourish at Farringtons Sixth Form
At Farringtons Sixth Form, we go beyond academic excellence, fostering well-rounded individuals ready to thrive in a dynamic world. Our tutors encourage you to embrace new challenges, prioritise your wellbeing, and develop vital skills through a diverse range of co-curricular activities, leadership opportunities and community engagement.
Floreat Programme
The Floreat Programme empowers Year 12 students to develop their social, moral and cultural intelligence. Choose three enriching activities, each lasting a term, to expand your horizons and build a strong foundation for future success.
- Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) – Undertake an independent research project, equivalent to half an A Level, and hone your critical thinking and project management skills
- Student Leadership Accreditation (SLA) Level 2 – Build a portfolio showcasing your leadership abilities, gaining formal recognition for your contributions within and beyond the school
- Prep readers – Support younger pupils in the Prep School and Year 7, fostering a love of reading and developing your communication skills
- Money matters – Gain essential financial literacy, equipping you to manage your finances confidently
- Sports Leadership Level 2 – Enhance your leadership skills in a sporting context, building upon your Level 1 knowledge
- Cook out – Learn to create delicious outdoor feasts, from BBQ classics to international dishes
- Graphics – Explore the world of visual communication, including print design, branding, and illustration
- Archery – Develop focus and precision through this traditional and engaging sport
Find out more about the Floreat Programme.
Educational Trips and Experiences
Expand your horizons through our enriching trips, designed to broaden your knowledge and provide real-world experiences. Past trips have included:
- Photography trip to Soho and Vincent Van Gogh exhibition
- Politics and Economics trip to the Houses of Parliament and Bank of England
- UCAS fair at the Excel Centre
- Duke of Edinburgh award to Snowdonia and the New Forest
- Spanish, Business and Photography trip to Barcelona
- English trip to Hamlet
- Psychology conference at Westfield Stratford
Leadership Opportunities
Year 12 students can apply for prestigious prefect positions, including Head Boy, Head Girl and Marketing Prefect. Lead school initiatives, plan events, and develop valuable leadership skills. Additionally, Sixth Form students also get the opportunity to train as peer mentors.
Essential Life Skills Courses
Prepare for the future with practical courses:
- Safer driver awareness course
- First aid training
Enriching Clubs and Societies
We offer a diverse array of Sixth Form clubs.
Find out more about co-curricular clubs.
