Message from Helen Stones, Director of Key Stage 5
Here at Barrow Hall College, we pride ourselves in the fact that we get to know each one of our students very well. Our staff are fully committed to ensuring every student reaches their full potential, leaving us at the end of Year 13 as confident, well-rounded individuals. Knowing you as an individual and how you learn best is key to your success and the relationships which exist between students and staff create a college community where each student is valued and can therefore flourish. At Barrow Hall College no student is just a number.
Choosing the right college and courses is a daunting task and we hope this prospectus, Open Evening itself and our other transition events will make the journey as smooth as possible for you. Our dedicated Heads of Year and experienced College Tutors are here to guide you through the process and offer you all the information, advice and guidance you need to make an informed choice.
We are a college with high aspirations for our students and for ourselves, engaging with both student and parent feedback to continuously improve our provision and student outcomes. Only last year we extended our enrichment opportunities and Aspiring Professionals Programme, added a Careers Training Zone Programme and further expanded our staffing to include a Key Stage 5 Academic Mentor who works with every student weekly. This year every student has been given their own electronic device to support their studies and we have recently refurbished our café and social space in response to student feedback.
I am exceptionally proud to be able to lead the team here at Barrow Hall College and look forward to welcoming you as a student in September as together we go from strength to strength.
Welcome from our College President
The thought of transitioning from high school to college can make us feel so many different things: joy, excitement, apprehension and for some students the transition can seem daunting.
The good news is, here at Barrow Hall College you are surrounded by staff who work their hardest to ensure that this transition is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. This is not an experience that we should fear, but rather one that we should look forward to and see as a great opportunity to both grow our knowledge and grow as people.
At Barrow Hall College, the staff members work tirelessly to enable you to have a wonderful college experience, with all staff getting to know their students and their needs well. The college’s ethos of “Big enough to offer choice, small enough to care” perfectly illustrates the atmosphere of Barrow Hall College. Here you will be cared for, respected and valued as well as being encouraged, inspired and provided with an amazing education.
Our College Ambassadors and I are excited to welcome you in September.
