At Bournemouth School for Girls Sixth Form, we believe that every student deserves to feel known, valued and supported to achieve their personal best. Our personalised approach to academic and pastoral care, combined with a welcoming and inclusive Sixth Form community, is at the heart of what makes BSG special.
Our experienced Sixth Form Team recognises that every student has different strengths, aspirations and challenges. Through dedicated Form Tutors, individual guidance, academic mentoring, guest speakers and a comprehensive personal development programme, we provide the support and encouragement students need to thrive, both academically and personally.
We combine high expectations with a genuine commitment to student wellbeing, helping students develop the confidence, resilience and independence needed for success at A-level and beyond. We encourage students to take increasing responsibility for their learning and personal development, while ensuring that guidance, reassurance and practical support are always available.
A strong sense of belonging is central to our Sixth Form ethos. We are particularly proud of our welcoming community, where students joining us from other schools quickly settle, form friendships and become valued members of Sixth Form life. Whether continuing their journey at BSG or joining us for the first time, every student is supported to feel confident, included and part of our community.
Our experienced Sixth Form Team provides a welcoming and supportive environment where students know there is always someone they can turn to.
We operate an open-door approach, encouraging students to seek advice, ask questions or share concerns whenever they need to.
Our pastoral support structure includes:
We believe that strong relationships are central to effective pastoral care. By getting to know students as individuals, we can celebrate their achievements, recognise when they may need additional support and respond to their changing needs.
Every student is allocated a dedicated Form Tutor who plays a central role in supporting their academic and personal development.
Form Tutors are usually a student’s first point of contact and provide a consistent source of guidance throughout Years 12 and 13.
Through regular conversations, individual mentoring and progress reviews, tutors help students to:
Our aim is to ensure that every student is known as an individual, feels listened to and understands how to achieve their personal best.
We believe that effective pastoral care is proactive rather than reactive.
Students’ attendance, engagement and academic progress are monitored carefully throughout the year, allowing us to recognise achievements, identify emerging concerns and provide timely support.
Our approach includes:
Where students experience difficulties, we work collaboratively with them, their families and teaching staff to understand the challenges and agree appropriate next steps.
Our focus is always on helping students make progress, develop independence and achieve their potential.
