Sixth Form
St John Henry Newman Catholic School has a small but thriving Sixth Form of 60 pupils. We aspire to be the best post-16 provider in our area. Pupils are offered a range of A-Level and BTEC courses in a supportive environment underpinned by Christian values of community, compassion and responsibility towards others.
We believe that educating young people is one of the most important jobs in society. At St John Henry Newman we take that task very seriously. St John Henry Newman Sixth Form is small and we pride ourselves on knowing our pupils as individuals, and providing individual support and guidance throughout their time with us.
Sarah Hoskins
Head of Sixth Form
Sixth Form Leadership Team
Hannah
I study physics, chemistry, math's and EPQ
After sixth form I want to go to university to study diagnostic radiography in hopes to become a radiographer and then later on complete research that helps radiography progress. I chose Newman sixth form personally because I don't like change and i liked the continuity, i also already knew all of my teachers and liked how the taught. The thing i enjoy about sixth form the most is the independence and the study periods where I mainly do my homework but sometimes it is nice to have that social interaction with my friends. Students should consider our sixth form due to our closely knitted community and also I do like how our sixth is growing as I feel like it gives us more opportunities.
Bobby
I am currently studying Biology, Maths and Criminology for my A-levels and am also doing an EPQ. After Sixth Form I am thinking about studying Primary education at University, which will allow me to become a qualified primary school teacher, although I am still slightly undecided if this is the right path. I decided to come to sixth form at Newman because it is smaller in size compared to other sixth forms around Carlisle, and because they offered Criminology, a subject I was really interested in studying. The thing I have enjoyed most about sixth form is the independence; I get 12 study periods a week where I can choose what to focus on. I think other pupils should consider coming to our sixth form because I think having to navigate a new school and new teachers would have made the jump from year 11 to 12 even more stressful than it already was.
Blaise
Hi, I’m Blaise, and I study Maths, Biology and Chemistry at St John Henry Newman Sixth Form.
After sixth form, I’m hoping to study Medicine at university and eventually become a doctor. I enjoy learning about science, especially the human body, and I’d like to use what I learn to help people in the future.
I chose St John Henry Newman because I wanted to focus on my studies, work towards my goals and prepare for university.
The best part of sixth form has been meeting new people, learning more about the subjects I enjoy and having more independence. There’s always a laugh to be had with friends between lessons, and even the most random moments end up becoming memories.
I’d recommend St John Henry Newman to other students because you get to work towards your ambitions, meet great people and make the most of your time at sixth form.
Majka
My name is Majka and I study Physics, Maths, Chemistry and EPQ. I hope to one day become an astronaut or even be able to study exoplanets or black holes in detail. I chose this sixth form because I know these teachers already and I have a comfortable place to revise. I have enjoyed the practicals I have done in chemistry and physics the most as it focuses on why everything that we have learned in year 7-11 occurs. Moving from year 11 to year 12 can seem like a big step but the teachers have helped me every step of the way which kept me motivated in sixth form.
Damife
I currently study biology, chemistry, and psychology in sixth form and after completing sixth form I want to go to university to study medicine . I chose St John Henry Newman Sixth Form because of its strong catholic ethos as well as the constant dedication from teachers who have been remarkably supportive and always willing to answer every questions. What I enjoyed most is having independent study time before or after lessons along with the opportunities to visits universities to explore our future paths. Student should consider attending our sixth form because of the amazingly supportive teachers and the great range of activities to get involved in .
APPLICATIONS TO STUDY AT ST JOHN HENRY NEWMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL SIXTH FORM FOR SEPTEMBER 2026 ARE NOW OPEN
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Sixth Form News
Want to play your part in Sixth Form? Why not join the Sixth Form Council which meets weekly to move Sixth Form forward. See Mrs Hoskins for details.
Sixth Form pupils at Newman school organise and run a Council. The purpose of this Council is to contribute to the smooth running of the school, give pupils a voice and to contribute to the wider community. To this end we hold meetings on alternate weeks and plan activities that meet the stated objectives. We have a nominated charity that changes every year and we fundraise throughout the year for this.
The Council also raises funds to assist in improving the school environment and is currently considering what they want to support. Fund raising activities run in the past have been raffles, bag packing at local supermarkets, cake and refreshment stalls and food stalls.
The Sixth Form Council also runs a programme of social events and will usually appoint a social secretary, however this programme is individually tailored to each Sixth Form and is arranged whenever there is a demand for an event.
All Sixth Form pupils are encouraged to be part of the Council.
