Introduction to Scarborough Sixth Form College
The college has a growing international reputation with “word of mouth” producing a small but increasing number of superb international students studying at the college.
This year we have students from Germany, Vietnam, Hong Kong and Switzerland in college studying a wide variety of AS levels, making new friends and improving their English. This complements the study visits abroad organised by college and gives our students a greater feel for variety of opportunities available in world today. As an international student you will come for a minimum of one academic year (September – June) and be taught in normal classes for Advanced Level courses. This means you will need to have a sound working knowledge of English before you arrive here but also that your English will improve rapidly as you make English friends.International students also take part along with the English students in the Pastoral Tutor and CV+ programmes which include the opportunities to become involved in sporting and recreational activities.
The College is a relatively small sixth form college, some 1100+ day-time students, allowing students to be recognised as individuals and their personal needs addressed. The College allows free internet and e-mail access to all students so they can remain in touch with friends and family whilst in Scarborough. Likewise parents can seek guidance from the College on their son’s / daughter’s progress, attendance and needs.
What Our International Students Say About The College
"The reason for me studying in Scarborough is that, as Scarborough is a peaceful little town, it can give me a better environment to study as there is far less distraction here compared with my home city - Hong Kong, and this can help me to concentrate more on my academics, and getting a better chance to get into a good university".
"As Basketball is my favourite sport, the brand new sports hall is definitely one of the reasons why I chose this college. Playing for the school team is always fun, and I really enjoyed my time with my team mates. The people I have met in Scarborough are all friendly and cheerful."
"I really enjoyed the time I’ve already spent here and I’m very pleased to have found some very nice English friends who I can talk to and help me to become part of their circle of friends."
"The first thing I noticed when I came to College was the huge computer network. Each student has his own user account and free access to the Internet, which is very useful for college work. I soon realised that the technical equipment of the college is very extensive and modern, and, what is equally important, the teachers know how to use it."
"Another thing I find remarkable is, that the relationship between teachers and students is a lot better and more relaxed than at my home school in Germany. Nearly all the teachers at Sixth Form are very friendly and obliging and they always try to help when someone has a problem or a question."
"Scarborough itself is a small but friendly and very lively seaside town with many active clubs, societies, churches and Youth organizations. I have been warmly welcomed into them and have enjoyed mixing with people of all ages. In Scarborough and the surrounding areas there is always something to see and do. I highly recommend a year at Scarborough Sixth Form College to you."
"I really enjoy my classes and have already made a couple of friends who I go out with sometimes for a night out in town or just meeting up after college. My family here is also very nice and I feel like being a real member of them."