Sandwell 14-19 Learning

Sandwell West

Alexandra High School and Sixth Form Centre

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Alexandra High School and Sixth Form Centre

Alexandra Road, Tipton, DY4 7NR

Tel : 0121 557 4146

Fax : 0121 522 2264

E-Mail : headteacher@alexandra.sandwell.sch.uk

Web : www.alexandrahigh.org.uk

Contacts

Mr I W Binnie Head Teacher

Introduction

Whatever your ability, Alexandra High School will maximise your potential. Students have achieved a 100% pass rate on Advance Level courses over the past five years.

As an Extended school, students also get the chance to study unusual courses like Cake Decorating, Beauty and First Aid.

Facilities

Three recently refurbished computer rooms
Dedicated sixth form common room with study room and Internet linked PCs, fully equipped kitchen and tuck shop
Interactive whiteboards in many classrooms
Video conferencing equipment
Dedicated suite for vocational courses
Large well-equipped sports hall, gym and swimming pool
Excellent library with 16 Internet linked PCs

Opportunities

Opportunity to qualify in Fist Aid, Sign Language, Health and Safety and Food and Hygiene
Chance to get NVQs through work-based learning programmes
Range of additional activities including CLAIT, European Driving Licence, Junior Community Sports Leader Award, Sign Language and a Mentoring Programme
Paired reading scheme, peer mentoring programme, buddying and coaching sessions

Support

Group and personal tutorials
Dedicated learning mentor
Team of experienced caring staff
On-site Connexions office
Range of visits to conferences, exhibitions and university open days
Wide range of talks from outside speakers
Dedicated help with Education Maintenance Allowance