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Tom Misenti

Head of BACA College

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What are the aims of BACA College?

  • Ensure all students fulfill and exceed their potential
  • Celebrate individual successes
  • Develop independent, responsible and active citizens equipped for life beyond college
  • Create a thriving community in which all members are respected and supported
  • To offer a modern, relevant and flexible curriculum within a traditional environment

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Why study at BACA College?

  • Fantastic record of achievement, especially at our BTEC and Cambridge Technical courses.
  • Specialist teachers and facilities
  • Smaller class sizes and an individualised approach
  • A broad range of leadership opportunities
  • Dedicated college areas and cafe
  • The College was graded Good by Ofsted in March 2022

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What else do we offer?

  • A range of courses offering students clear choice and progression
  • Expert advice and guidance on post-18 education, training and employment
  • Strong pastoral support
  • Financial Support
  • The Aldridge Bursary scholarship scheme
  • A place where students want to be

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Curriculum and Study Expectations

The BACA College Mindset: VESPA

  • Vision: you know what you want to achieve

  • Effort: you work hard and put in many hours of proactive independent study

  • Systems: you organise your learning resources over time

  • Practice: you practice and develop your skills

  • Attitude: you respond constructively to setbacks.

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What do we expect of our College students?

  • 100% attendance and punctuality
  • An active involvement in the school community
  • A positive attitude to study
  • A commitment to the BACA College Mindset
  • To communicate with their teachers
  • To deserve to be treated like adults
  • To become people desired by universities and employers

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What do we encourage?

  • Leadership
  • Independence
  • Responsibility
  • Academic Excellence

Culture and Ethos to ensure you develop as young professionals.

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Where do our students go?

  • Russell Group Universities
  • Other Top Universities
  • Apprenticeships
  • Further Education
  • Employment

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What courses do we offer?

A Levels

  • English Literature
  • History
  • Politics
  • Psychology
  • Art
  • Photography
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Maths
  • French

Level 3 Courses, including BTECs and Cambridge Technicals

  • Applied Science
  • Applied Criminology
  • Business and Enterprise
  • Digital Media
  • Drama
  • Music
  • Sport
  • Sport Science
  • Early Years Education and Care (Child Care)

And more!

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What courses do we offer?

Construction Academy

  • Level 1 and Level 2 Multi-Trades
  • Level 2 and Level 3 Site Carpentry
  • Level 2 and Level 3 Bench Joinery
  • Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical Installation
  • Level 2 and Level 3 Plumbing

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Specialist Pathways

Aldridge Cricket Academy

  • A bespoke pathway for�aspiring Cricketers
  • Partnered with the MCC
  • Led by Sussex Captain�Georgia Adams and�Director of Cricket�Alexia Walker

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Specialist Pathways

Aldridge Football Academy

  • A unique pathway to combine academic study with progression towards professional football
  • Led by FA Qualified Head and competes in the Sussex Under 19s league

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Specialist Pathways

Brighton Digital Media Academy

  • A unique pathway for those interested in pursuing careers in Digital Media, Filmmaking, Advertising or Social Media
  • Academic qualifications combined with an extensive work experience programme
  • State of the art facilities with professional equipment including Blackmagic Cine Cameras and Aputure Lighting

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What happens next?

  • Apply now on the BACA College Website!
  • You will be invited to interview and asked to bring your latest school report
  • You will receive an offer based on your course choices, your academic ability and your subsequent final GCSE results
  • Invitations will be sent out to our enrollment day in July after you finish your GCSE exams
  • Send us your results over the summer and attend Induction next September!

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What happens next?

For more information and to apply now, head to our website:

baca-uk.org.uk