High Achievers Programme

The High Achievers Programme ​offers an opportunity for students to fully realise their academic and personal potential in a supportive, challenging, and dynamic environment.

Students who join the High Acheivers Programme will be provided with the resources, opportunities, and guidance necessary to ensure success not just in college, but in their future careers and university or degree apprenticeship pursuits.

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Join the High Achievers Programme

Have you applied for a course at Hartlepool Sixth Form College? All applicants can submit an application to become part of our High Achievers Programme.

All you need to do is complete the form below and the team will contact you regarding your application in the summer.

If you have any queries, you can also find out more about the programme during our open events or when you come to enrol with us in August. 

Haven't applied for a course yet but interested in becoming part of the High Achievers Programme? Find the course for you and apply now before completing your High Achievers Programme application! Click here to view our full range of courses.

What does the programme involve?

Term 1 - Personal Mastery

With a focus on personal development, confidence, and leadership, the first term includes:
 

  • Goal-setting and personal development workshops
  • Leadership and teamwork challenges
  • Developing strategies to manage stress and exam pressure
  • Mindfulness and wellbeing sessions
  • Reflection and check-ins with programme leader

Term 2 - Academic Mastery

Students undertake a flagship project applying their academic interests to a real-world challenge, including:
 

  • Designing and leading an independent or group project
  • Research, critical thinking, and problem-solving
  • Applying subject knowledge beyond the classroom
  • Developing leadership, initiative, and collaboration skills
  • Preparing a high-quality outcome for the end-of-year showcase

Term 3 - Mastery in Action

The final term focuses on academic stretch and preparation for competitive pathways, including:
 

  • Academic workshops and masterclasses
  • University-style lectures and subject enrichment
  • Developing academic writing and presentation skills
  • Preparation for competitive courses and interviews
  • Support with personal statements and application

The High Achievers Programme is open to all students who demonstrate outstanding academic potential and a strong commitment to their studies across any subject area or specialism.

​Entry will be based on:​

    • A proven track record of academic excellence (e.g., 7 GCSE grade 7 or equivalent)​
    • ​A personal statement outlining the student’s academic and extracurricular interests, as well as their reasons for wanting to join the programme​
    • ​Motivation and passion - a strong desire to pursue deeper knowledge and mastery​
    • ​A recommendation from previous secondary school​
    • ​A willingness to engage in super curricular activities and leadership opportunities

 

*Home-schooled students will be invited to an informal discussion with Hartlepool Sixth Form College staff about their predicted GCSE grades and to explore how the High Achiever's Programme can be tailored to their studies.

Interested in joining the High Achievers Programme? If you've already applied for a course, click here to submit your High Achievers Programme application.

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