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Welcome to Aquinas Catholic Sixth Form College

A Message From Our Principal

I hope you find our website helpful.  Whether you are approaching 16 and thinking about your sixth form education or 66 and looking for a course in our adult centre, I hope we can provide you with the next step.

As a college we are committed to caring for each individual student.  If you are prepared to work hard you will find Aquinas a supportive and challenging environment.  We have the highest expectations of all our students.

We set rigorous standards of work and achievement and believe that each student deserves the very best possible support to reach her or his full potential.

Our most recent Ofsted inspection report said, “A very welcoming and positive atmosphere reflects a culture of equality, tolerance, respect, support and success”.  If you would like to share in this atmosphere, or wish to find out more about Aquinas College, please do not hesitate to contact us.  We are always happy to help.

Danny Pearson
Principal

Some of our Latest Achievements:

99%
Overall Pass Rate

Some of our Latest Achievements:

58%
High Grades
(A*-B)

Some of our Latest Achievements:

72%
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Lower 6th Geologists had a field trip to our new build site at Aquinas College. Firstly, we visited the site office where Mick explained the groundworks to our students. We learned where, why and how the piling has been constructed. Mick told us about ensuring that the building was strong enough to withstand local wind conditions and how the engineers had overcome the unexpected issue of methane in the ground by installing vents.

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AAT: Bookkeeping & Accounting Levels 2 and 3

These courses are offered as introductory courses to students interested in working in accounting or as a progression route to further levels of study in bookkeeping. They are suitable for[...]

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Access to Higher Education Diploma

Are you looking for a fast-track route to university? Our Access to Higher Education (HE) courses allow you to get to university in one year Our Access programme is a[...]

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Baking for Beginners

On this course you will be making; scones, biscuits, cookies, cupcakes, shortcrust pastry, Victoria Sandwich, bread, sweet pastry and festive baked items. Each week, you will need to bring an[...]

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Ceramics

On this course you will learn basic techniques and good working practice in order to achieve well made and successful work with this versatile material. The course focuses on the[...]

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Creative Stitches and Textile Art

On this course you will learn basic techniques and good working practice in order to achieve well made and successful work with this versatile material. The course focuses on the[...]

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Creative Writing

Writing develops creativity and allows us to tap into our inner world to enjoy exploring our ideas. Sometimes getting things down in black and white can even help sort out[...]

Crochet for Beginners

Writing develops creativity and allows us to tap into our inner world to enjoy exploring our ideas. Sometimes getting things down in black and white can even help sort out[...]

Dressmaking

This class is designed for total beginners and those at intermediate level. We will start with the basics, and you will develop your skills over the course. You will learn[...]

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English / Maths GCSE

This class is designed for total beginners and those at intermediate level. We will start with the basics, and you will develop your skills over the course. You will learn[...]

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ESOL – English for Speakers of Other Languages

You will study English/ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) at Pre-entry, Entry level 1- 3 or Level 1 or 2, dependant on the outcome of your language assessment, which you[...]

Essential Digital Skills

Essential Digital Skills Qualifications are modern qualifications designed to enable adults to develop their knowledge and skills to use in their personal lives, or to support them in their careers.[...]

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Floral Design

This course is designed for anyone who is new to floristry or for those who have prior experience and want to perfect their designs for special events and occasions. Beginners[...]

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French

We offer a range of French language levels to suit beginner through to a higher conversation level. You will be taught a range of topics designed to help you when[...]

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German

We offer a range of German language levels to suit beginner through to a higher intermediate level (see below). You will be taught a range of topics designed to help[...]

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Italian

We offer a range of Italian language levels to suit beginner through to a higher intermediate level (details below). You will be taught a range of topics designed to help[...]

Mathematics Foundation GCSE – Edexcel

This class is designed for total beginners and those at intermediate level. We will start with the basics, and you will develop your skills over the course. You will learn[...]

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Painting & Drawing

This is a one-year course paid termly which covers the basic techniques in Drawing, Painting and simple printmaking. This course is designed for those who have little or no knowledge[...]

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Pilates

Pilates exercises strengthen and tone muscles and can improve flexibility, balance and posture. The class is suitable for all levels including beginners and all exercises can be adapted for individual[...]

Science Combined GCSE – double award (Trilogy) – AQA

Each GCSE course is taught as a one year part-time course. To apply for this course you must already hold Level 2 Functional skills OR a Grade C (4) or[...]

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Spanish

We offer a range of Spanish language levels to suit beginner through to a higher conversation level (details below). You will be taught a range of topics designed to help[...]

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Watercolours (Beginners and Improvers)

This course is ideal for those who have never painted before but would like to learn in a friendly and supportive environment with an experienced teacher. The course starts with[...]

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Yoga: Iyengar Beginner Level 1 & Intermediate/Advanced

Pilates exercises strengthen and tone muscles and can improve flexibility, balance and posture. The class is suitable for all levels including beginners and all exercises can be adapted for individual[...]

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Latest News and Events From Aquinas

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Lower 6th Geologists had a field trip to our new build site at Aquinas College. Firstly, we visited the site office where Mick explained the groundworks to our students. We learned where, why and how the piling has been constructed. Mick told us about ensuring that the building was strong enough to withstand local wind conditions and how the engineers had overcome the unexpected issue of methane in the ground by installing vents.

Photograph of Geology students visiting the site of the new college building.