We look forward to seeing you at our Open Evening! To help you plan your visit, we’ve put together some answers to your most frequently asked questions about our Open Evening and Admissions.
When is the Open Evening?
Our Open Evening will take place on Thursday 7th November 2024, from 5.45pm to 8.45pm.
Who is it for?
Our Open Evening is for prospective students and parents/carers who are interested in applying for a place at our Sixth Form to start in September 2025.
Whether you are currently studying at Didsbury High School or another school, you are welcome to join us and find out more about our Sixth Form offer.
When are the Sixth Form Leadership presentations?
There will be presentations from the Sixth Form Leadership Team in Room 2 at 6pm and 7pm.
The presentation will be the same each time, so you only need to attend once.
Please ensure you plan your evening around the presentation times so that you arrive in plenty of time.
What can I expect?
At our Open Evening, you will have the opportunity to:
- Tour our new Sixth Form facilities and see our state-of-the-art classrooms, dedicated study areas and social spaces.
- Attend subject seminars – find out more about the different A Level subjects we offer.
- Hear from our Director of Sixth Form, who will give a speech and share our vision, values and expectations for our Sixth Form students.
- Speak to current students and staff – they will be happy to answer any questions you may have about life at Didsbury Sixth Form, the curriculum, enrichment activities, pastoral support and more.
- Find out about our admissions process and how to apply for a place.
What are subject seminars?
There will be a rolling programme of subject seminars throughout the Sixth Form building during the evening.
These will be taster sessions for all of the A Level subjects we offer, allowing you to get an idea of what each subject is like and find out what you are interested in.
The subject seminar schedule will be provided on the evening, or you can register your interest to gain early access.
The subjects listed for 2025 entry can be found by visiting our curriculum page.
Do I need to register?
There is no requirement to book if you would like to attend, but we highly recommend registering your interest to have early access to our Open Evening subject seminar schedule so you can plan your evening.
By registering, you will also be the first to receive the latest Sixth Form updates and information.
How do I find the Sixth Form?
Our Sixth Form is located within Didsbury High School. Our address is Didsbury High School, 4 The Avenue, West Didsbury, M20 2ET.
There is limited parking available on site, so we advise you to walk or use public transport if possible.
If you do come by car, please be respectful of our neighbours and do not block driveways, access routes or park on double yellow lines.
Accessible parking is available for those who need it.
How do I apply for a place?
Applications open on Thursday 7th November 2024. Visit our Admissions page to complete an application form and find everything you need to know about how to apply for a place for the academic year 2025/26.
When is the admissions deadline for the academic year 2025/26?
The deadline for submitting your application is 6pm on Thursday 12th December 2024.
Please make sure you complete all sections of the application form and submit it on time.
When do I find out whether I’ve been offered a conditional place?
All students who apply will be invited to attend a consultation meeting with a member of our senior leadership team.
You will be given the opportunity to discuss your current progress, Sixth Form subject choices and future aspirations.
In February 2025, a conditional offer of a place in the Sixth Form will be issued following the consultation meeting.
Places are confirmed following registration on GCSE Results Day.
We hope this answers some of your questions about our Sixth Form Open Evening and Admissions.
We look forward to seeing you soon!