Welcome to the Sixth Form at Southmoor Academy. We recognise that taking the next steps from GCSE in to post -16 education can be both incredibly exciting and also very daunting. At our sixth form, we believe in fostering an inclusive and supportive community, that enables students to achieve academically, while also developing them as individuals who are fully prepared for their future destinations. We have a range of A level and vocational courses that run alongside our exceptional pastoral and progression support , to equip all of our students with the skills, knowledge and experiences necessary for success in the ever-changing world.
We welcome visits from prospective students and encourage you to come and speak to our staff and see what makes us an excellent choice for your post-16 education.
Mrs K Draper, Director of the Sixth Form
Our Sixth Form Team
A-Penman Miss Penman monitors attendance and administers bursaries for students needing financial support to ensure that there are fewer barriers to learning for students at Sixth Form. Miss Penman is also responsible for processing applications into The Sixth Form.
Mr Wright was the founding Director of our Sixth Form and has since gone on to become Head of School at Southmoor Academy. Mr Wright is an Oxford graduate with a degree in English Literature and often teaches Literature in our sixth form as well as sharing his valuable insight as part of our leadership team..
Mrs Teasdale is a Cambridge graduate with a first class degree in Natural Sciences and a Masters in Education. She is perfectly placed to manage our students’ progression throughout the UCAS process supporting each individual throughout this demanding development in their educational advancement.
Ms Zakaidze is part of our dedicated pastoral team. She is there to support our students throughout their everyday life at Sixth Form. Ms Zakaidze acts in a head of year capacity for Year 13, available at all points throughout the day to assist with whatever help may be required.
Mrs Porter has a first class degree in History from Durham, a Masters in Education and straight As at A Level. She leads our oxNet programme both in school and across the North East as well as coordinating university access schemes such as ‘Supported Progression’ and ‘Realising Opportunities’. Mrs Porter also supports our students to realise their aspirations through their university applications
Subject KS5 Subject leader Biology Mrs Maven Business and Computer Science Mrs O’Brien Chemistry Miss Bainbridge Performing Arts Mrs Green Engineering Mrs Sanderson English Language Mr Carney English Literature Mr Anderson Environmental Science Mr Middelton Film and Media Studies Mr McBain MFL Miss Moran Fine Art and Photography Miss McHugh Geography Mrs Stewart Health and Social Care Miss Machowiecka History and Law Mr Buchan Mathematics Mr Temple Physics Mrs Draper Psychology Mrs Dias Sociology Miss Gordon Sport Mr Scott