 w/c 22 June (WK2)
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Head of Sixth Form Updates
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Key Events this week
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Y12 |
Y13 |
Y12 and Y13 |
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Monday 22 June
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Y12 Tutor (Group 1)
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Study Leave
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Clubs and Societies
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Tuesday 23 June
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Y12 Tutor (Group 2)
MFL Speaking Exam
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Study Leave
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Clubs and Societies
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Wednesday 24 June
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MFL Speaking Exam
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Study Leave
Y13 Ball
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Clubs and Societies
Counsellor Drop-in
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Thursday 25 June
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Y12 Student Committee- Room 202- 12.30pm
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Study Leave
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Clubs and Societies
MUN
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Friday 26 June
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Birmingham Uni Open Day
Theatre Studies Trip
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Study Leave
Deadline for Y13 completing a clearance form
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Clubs and Societies
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There will be lots of opportunities to celebrate Pride Month over the coming weeks with a Bake Sale on Tuesday 30 June and Crafting Sessions every Thursday this month in Queer Soc (Thursday lunchtimes in 221).
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Redcliffe Report Article - Out this month, students are welcome to email Ella anything they would like added to the article eg poems, art piece!
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On Friday 3 July we are organising an SMRT picnic in memory of Burak. This will be at Victoria Park and lessons will finish at the end of P4 to ensure all students that would like to attend can. Thank you to those students who have completed the survey to confirm that they would like to attend.
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An ex-SMRT student is doing a PhD at Bath University and is exploring climate-change anxiety and environmentally friendly behaviours. The aim is to help psychologists and mental-health practitioners better understand how young people experience climate-related concerns. The survey is open to anyone aged 16–25 living in the UK — students do not need to feel anxious about climate change to take part.
Survey link: https://cccusocialsciences.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_29thBL5lDnNxq3c
The survey takes around 10 minutes to complete, and participants can enter a prize draw to win up to £100 worth of Amazon vouchers. It can be completed on a mobile, tablet, or laptop.
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Counsellor Drop In- Toria from Transforming lives for good, will be offering a counselling drop-off session for anyone who wants to speak to someone confidentially about anything worrying them, on a Wednesday between 12.45pm and 1.45pm in the meeting room opposite G10. Drop in when convenient, no booking required. Any questions see Mrs Apps or Miss Foster.
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An updated enrichment timetable: Final Enrichment Timetable 2025.pdf
- Please remember that if students are ill or absent we do expect parents/carers to phone or email and tell us or leave a message BEFORE the start of the school day where possible. Have the 6th form number (0117 3532073) and the attendance direct line (0117 3773465) on your phone. Also call if you are significantly delayed in traffic. If it is easier then email 6thform@smrt.bristol.sch.uk . Absences known in advance require a form to be completed which is available from reception.
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Y12 have tutor registration on Monday for Group 1 and Tuesday for Group 2.
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Here is the letter that was emailed to students and parents/carers earlier last week in regards to the picnic for Burak on Friday 3 July.
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Want to put yourself in a stronger position following mocks? See the opportunity below the Y12 section of the newsletter for one-to-one learning coaching support, to complement the work your tutor and teachers will be doing.
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Y12 Work Experience- Please remember that the vast majority of Y12 will be using Activities Week during Wk 6 July for work experience/volunteering. Students will need to upload this information onto Unifrog once the placement is confirmed. Also we have a school opportunity which can be completed alongside other in person or online WEX on Tuesday 7th and Wednesday 8th July in school
Civil Service – interview skills and mock interviews
University South Wales – Personal statement
We have 30 spaces. Let Mr Jones or Mrs Apps know asap if interested.
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We have the Y12 Birmingham University trip on Friday 26 June. Students need to be here for 7.45am. All students not attending this trip must attend lessons as normal.
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As lots of students I know are starting to make university open day plans, this is a useful website: Search the Opendays.com calendar of university and college open days - search for an open day to find out when they are. We cannot authorise time off for students to attend these. We expect students to attend on a Saturday.
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All students and parents/carers were this week sent this letter for the ball on Wednesday 24 June: Y13 Ball June 24 2026.pdf
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And here is a link to the letter that was emailed to you, now that exams have finished, with information on results day and progression support: Y13 Results Day and Progression Letter 2026.pdf
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And a reminder that students need to see reception for a clearance form once they have finished their last exam. The deadline for doing this is Friday 26 June.
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Mental Health Top Tip of the Week
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Helen, a learning mentor at our Sixth Form will share a top tip each week…
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Fit in/Stand out
This is not an either/or situation. We all fit in in some places and stand out in others. You are not alone in feeling uncomfortable at times with either option, that’s normal! It is important, however, that we feel okay and are brave enough to express who we are – our values, our personality, our opinions. So have the courage to express yourself and to listen well when others do the same. Feeling like we belong and expressing our true selves promotes good mental health.
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Progression Information and Opportunities
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All of our live progression opportunities from the Newsletter are accessible in our Progression Site at www.6thformprog.blogspot.com, including more detail on the items below, and if you would like an appointment with Steve James, our careers advisor, then please contact reception or speak to your tutor to book a slot.
Year 13
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Student Finance is still open! Make sure you apply as soon as possible to avoid any delay in getting your maintenance loan. If there is a delay, speak to student services at your university as they will be able to help.
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Clearing opens on the 2nd July and may be a useful way to plan around results day anxiety. If you have any questions or issues with any of the above see Mr. Jones.
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Zero Gravity £3,000 Scholarship
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Have a great summer!!
Year 12
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VIP this week you started drafting your personal statement. At the moment, the aim is to get down examples of things you've done in school and outside of school in Section 2 & 3. Make sure you've begun drafting on Unifrog.
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If you've not yet secured work experience for activities week, you need to show your tutor a plan of the virtual WEX you'll do instead. If you do secure in person WEX, remember to add Work Experience to Unifrog for approval: Here is a how to guide.
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MDV Personal Statement Meeting - Tuesday Lunch - 202. Bring your lunch!
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Birmingham University Trip, Friday 26th June. Meet at the coach bay on Clarence Road by Main School at 7.45am as we need to leave at 8am
Opportunities:
Apprenticeships
Key Information for parents and students on apprenticeships, including first-hand experiences
NEW Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeships have been added: https://www.amazingapprenticeships.com/resources/higher-and-degree-listing/ (NEW LISTINGS)
University Taster Sessions & Support (more on the blog!)
Work Experience & Insight Events (more on the blog inc. paid!)
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Super-curricular Challenge
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Super-curricular is different from extra-curricular (hobbies and activities) in that it is about stretching yourself academically beyond the narrow A Level syllabus, and it is something all the best A Level students will be doing. You can find our recommended reading list on our website at: St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School - Study Links (smrt.bristol.sch.uk)
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Key support information
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Another great resource on Self-Care with loads of suggestions and ideas to try out to help build new habits which can support our wellbeing is here: https://www.annafreud.org/on-my-mind/self-care/
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The Centre has sanitary products available if you ever need them. We try and keep a stock in toilets, with mentors and Millie and at reception if you need anything.
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Condom Cards: Redcliffe Sixth Form have now been linked onto the C-Card scheme because practising SAFE sex is important. C-Card is a free and confidential condom distribution scheme for young people aged 13-25 living in Bristol. Once signed up you can collect condoms and lube for free from several outlets. Millie will be your C-Card representative in the Sixth Form, and you can collect them from her at any time during the day. Collecting condoms will be private, free, and completely confidential. Please drop her an email at feldmanm@smrt.bristol.sch.uk or just pop by the office opposite G10 to have a private chat.
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Remember you can always speak to our learning mentors, and Millie, for help or visit the Brook website for more information about sexual health, contraception, pregnancies, counselling, PREP (help with HIV) and more. https://www.brook.org.uk/
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Disclaimer
We sometimes share details with you of external clubs and non-school lettings, such as sports groups and clubs that are not necessarily affiliated to the School directly. Please note that we do not endorse these products or services and that if you purchase any of the products or services offered by these external third parties, you are purchasing directly from the third parties, and not from SMRT. We are not responsible for the offerings of these third parties and do not assume any responsibility or liability for the actions, products, or services of these third parties. They may have their own terms and policies which you should review carefully.
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