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Student Profile:
SARITA, from Helsby - studying Psychology, Maths, Geography, Law
"I am very pleased I decided to come to Sir John Deane’s College and has been the best decision I’ve ever made. The staff are really friendly and helpful, and coming here has undoubtedly improved my results. Psychology is a fascinating subject that is relevant in everyday life as it enables you to understand why we behave as we do. I would definitely recommend it!"
SARITA, from Helsby - studying Psychology, Maths, Geography, Law
"I am very pleased I decided to come to Sir John Deane’s College and has been the best decision I’ve ever made. The staff are really friendly and helpful, and coming here has undoubtedly improved my results. Psychology is a fascinating subject that is relevant in everyday life as it enables you to understand why we behave as we do. I would definitely recommend it!"
Sir John Deane’s College - Guide for Students 2011–2012
COLLEGE MISSION
| “LEARNING TO ACHIEVE”
As a specialist post-16 college, Sir John Deane’s aims at excellence in its educational provision, focusing primarily on academic achievement but also on developing the skills and enthusiasm needed for successful lifelong learning and responsible citizenship in a rapidly changing world. It is committed to working in a spirit of partnership to meet the needs of the local, national and international community. |
For 16-19 year old full-time students: Sir John Deane’s College is committed to the education of the whole person, encompassing academic achievement, breadth of interest and experience, enjoyment of learning, development of social conscience, and fulfilment of individual potential. The College is committed to equality of opportunity for all its students irrespective of gender, race, disability, religion, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We believe that all members of the College community have the right to freedom from any form of harassment, bullying and intimidation. An explanation of the College’s Policies and Procedures on these and other matters will be given to each student soon after the start of the September term.
Online Student Guide
This year we have created our student guide as an online question and answer style resource. Please click on one of the questions below for find out more.
- Able gifted & talented how can I extend my studies
- Can I bring a vehicle on campus?
- Can I drink alcohol during the College day?
- Can I go off site without permission?
- Can I go on holiday in term time?
- Can I smoke on the College site?
- Does everyone move into the Upper Sixth?
- How am I entered for my external examinations?
- How can I ask for permission to be off site or to be absent from college?
- How can I balance work and a social life?
- How can I check my register?
- How can I help others in college? (service opportunities)
- How can I keep up to date with what is going on?
- How do I move into A2 courses?
- How is study leave organised?
- How will I know when my examinations are?
- How will I receive my exam results?
- What about health and safety at college?
- What are the college day times?
- What can happen if I don’t meet College expectations?
- What can I do at lunchtimes or enrichment time?
- What college security measures are there to keep me and others safe?
- What do I need to know about attendance and punctuality?
- What do the register marks mean?
- What do you need to think about if you still believe you wish to be considered for permission to have a course reduction?
- What happens if I have to be away from college unexpectedly?
- What happens if things don’t go well?
- What help do I get for life after college?
- What help is offered for students seeking employment?
- What if I my mobile phone goes off during an exam?
- What if I need access arrangements?
- What if I want to resit an exam?
- What is designated study?
- What is different about studying advanced courses?
- What is expected of me as a Sixth Form student?
- What is the College’s attitude towards drugs?
- What is the college’s view of part-time jobs?
- What might be considered for authorised absence?
- What other health matters may affect me in college?
- What should I do if I become ill during the college day?
- What should I do if I have a complaint?
- What should I do if I have personal problems?
- What should I do if I think I want to change a subject at the beginning of L6?
- What should I do if i think I want to change or drop a subject later in the year?
- What will happen if I miss lessons without authorisation?
- What will help me to study independently?
- When will I sit my exams?
- Where can I eat and drink?
- Where can I go for quiet contemplation or prayer?
- Where can I study independently?
- Where will I take my exams?
- Who can help me at SJD?
Do you find this guide helpful?
We hope that you have found this Guide informative and helpful. Please feel free to raise any queries, comments or suggestions of improvements to it with your Personal Tutor, Senior Tutor or Ms Róisín Dunn, Assistant Principal (Student Services) dunn_r@sjd.ac.uk
We hope you have a happy and successful time at College and wish you well.
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