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Student Wellbeing

Overview

At County Sixth Form, our students’ wellbeing is a top priority, as we understand the increased academic pressures of A-Levels can lead to heightened stress. The Sixth Form Team, working in conjunction with our student Welfare Ambassadors, have created a Wellbeing Charter which establishes the principles of our approach to student wellbeing. We aim to foster a feeling of belonging in the County community, understanding that students will have the best Sixth Form experience if their physical and mental wellbeing is healthy.

 

Wellbeing Charter

Wellbeing charter

 

Welfare Ambassadors

Our Welfare Ambassadors are appointed at Easter in Year 12 and work alongside the staff leadership to enhance wellbeing provision across the school. Our Welfare Ambassadors for 2024-25 are:

Main School (Year 7 - Year 11)

  • Rose
  • Layla

Sixth Form (Year 12  - Year 13)

  • Maddie
  • Harry
  • Alice

 

Project Me

To support student wellbeing, we include 2 hours in students’ timetables each fortnight dedicated to enhancing their physical or mental wellbeing. This is for an activity aside from the students’ studies, it can be individual or as a group and could include examples such as: trip to a coffee shop to read a book, walk in the Surrey countryside near school, a hobby, chess or mindfulness. Project ME is monitored via regular 1:1s with Tutors.

 

Welfare Ambassadors – Advice

  • Be active - Improved physical health can boost mental wellbeing.
  • Have some "me time" and try to reduce feelings of guilt - face masks, coffee date (solo or with friends), music, hobbies, Netflix/YouTube.
  • Breathing techniques such as box breathing (inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4 counts, exhale for 4 counts, hold for 4 counts).
  • Gratitude.
  • Connect with others – call someone, organise a meet-up.
  • Set aside enough time to sleep each night (c.8 hours).
  • Never be afraid to reach out for help.
  • Efficient organisation of time can reduce stress when it comes to exams and upcoming deadlines.

 

Previous ‘This Week in Welfare’ articles

This week in welfare

 

Welfare Ambassadors – Phone numbers to contact

  • Childline 08001111
  • Mental Health Crisis line 0800 915 4644
  • Beat 0808 801 0677
  • National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247
  • Samaritans 116 123
  • Men's Advice Line on 0808 8010 327 (Monday to Friday 10am to 8pm)
  • The Green Hub Teen Garden  
  • Nearby CYP Haven/Safe Havens (Guildford, Aldershot, etc.) 01483519436

 

Welfare Ambassadors – Useful Websites

Welfare   useful websites

 

Mobile Apps

Calm

Telmi

Safespace

Mindshift

News

21st August 2025

Âé¶¹Ó³»­E Results 2025

Âé¶¹Ó³»­ Celebrates Superb Results at Âé¶¹Ó³»­E Level Âé¶¹Ó³»­ is proud to present our Âé¶¹Ó³»­E results as we celebrate with our outgoing Year 11 class of 2025. We are absolutely thrilled to be able to report that a third of all of our grades were at 7, 8 or 9, with 2 thirds of all grades at what is termed a ‘strong pass’ at Âé¶¹Ó³»­E – that is grade 5 or above. Individual subjects tell a story of excellence too – Mathematics report over 40% of all grades at a grade 7 or above; a similar story has played out in History with just under 40% at grade 7 or above; and, as a Music Specialist College, we are delighted to announce that 50% of all Music Âé¶¹Ó³»­E grades were also at a grade 7 or above. All told, this places our students in an incredibly strong position to enter our Sixth Form provision and we cannot wait to welcome both them and a raft of external applicants to join us in September.  They will arrive in a Sixth Form that has just secured the best results in our history, with 3 of our outgoing Year 13 students securing places to study at Oxford; 7 students securing places to read medicine; 5 students being awarded places to read Law; and 1 being offered a place at Musical Conservatoire.  All of this alongside a range of high quality apprenticeships, gap years and other professional opportunities. For students and families considering where to study for A levels, both our Âé¶¹Ó³»­E and A Level results underline why Guildford County Sixth Form is such a strong choice.  We offer a track record of exceptional teaching, personalised support and a vibrant, ambitious learning community that equips students to excel in any path that they choose. This year’s success is all the more remarkable given the challenges that this cohort faced earlier in their education due to the pandemic.  Our students have shown determination, resilience and a commitment to excellence that will serve them well in the years ahead.  The results also reflect the strength of partnership between our school, our families and our wider community and the unwavering dedication of our outstanding staff. We are especially proud of our top performing students, all of whom averaged at least a grade 8 across all subjects.  For their exceptional results, our special recognition goes to: Iris Isabelle Charlotte Oliver Hayden Samuel India – 9 Âé¶¹Ó³»­Es at grade 9 and 1 at grade 8 Samuel Daisy – 9 Âé¶¹Ó³»­Es at grade 9 and 1 at grade 8 Jagoda Freya Katy – 10 Âé¶¹Ó³»­Es at grade 9 Karina – 9 Âé¶¹Ó³»­Es at grade 9 and 1 at grade 8 Isu – 9 Âé¶¹Ó³»­Es at grade 9 and 1 at grade 8 Caitlin Steve Smith, Headteacher at Âé¶¹Ó³»­, said “We are really pleased with the results our students have achieved today.  A third of all grades being awarded in the top band of grades 7-9 is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our student and staff community.  Following exceptional results at A level last week, we now look forward to welcoming not only internal applicants, but also many new external students into our Year 12 provision.  Aside from our Year 11 students, we also want to make special mention today of the 15 students in Years 9 and 10 who took Heritage Language Âé¶¹Ó³»­Es and achieved grade 9s; an amazing achievement for them all.” Guildford County Sixth Form is now welcoming applications for September 2025.  With a proven record of academic excellence and a commitment to helping every student realise their potential, there has never been a better time to join our thriving community.Read Full Article
14th August 2025

A Level Results 2025

Guildford County Sixth Form Celebrates Best A Level Results in School History Âé¶¹Ó³»­ is proud to announce that this summer’s A level results are the best in our history – by a significant margin.  At 40%, close to half of all grades awarded were at A* or A, placing our students among the very top performers nationally and opening doors to some of the most competitive and prestigious university places and apprenticeship opportunities available. For students and families considering where to study for A levels, these results underline why Guildford County Sixth Form is such a strong choice.  We offer a track record of exceptional teaching, personalised support and a vibrant, ambitious learning community that equips students to excel in any path that they choose. This year’s success is all the more remarkable given the challenges this cohort faced earlier in their education due to the pandemic.  Our students have shown determination, resilience and a commitment to excellence that will serve them well in the years ahead.  The results also reflect the strength of partnership between our school, our families and our wider community and the unwavering dedication of our outstanding staff. We are especially proud of our top-performing students: Hayden Cheung – 4 A* grades in Maths, Further Maths, Chemistry, and Physics Isobel Kirkwood – 3 A* grades in Biology, History, and Psychology Joseph Readhead – 3 A* grades in Biology, Chemistry, and Maths William Rees – 3 A* grades and 1 A in Maths, Further Maths, Physics, and Chemistry Rose Shaw – 3 A* grades in History, Maths, and Sociology Emma Shepherd – 3 A* grades in Maths, Further Maths, and Physics Ethan Siu – 3 A* grades in Further Maths, Chemistry, and Maths Daisy Usherwood – 3 A* grades in Maths, Further Maths, and German Reuben Wheeler – 3 A* grades in Chemistry, Economics, and Maths Taha Khan – 2 A* grades and 2 A grades in Maths, Further Maths, Biology, and Chemistry Beyond individual successes, 3 of our students have secured places to study at Oxford; 7 students have secured places to read medicine; 1 has been offered a place at Musical Conservatoire.  All of this alongside a range of high-quality apprenticeships, gap years and other professional opportunities. Headteacher Steve Smith said: “These results are a proud moment in the history of our school.  They show that with the right support, high expectations and a community that works together, our young people can achieve at the very highest level.  For anyone considering their next step after Âé¶¹Ó³»­Es, Guildford County Sixth Form offers the teaching, environment and opportunities to succeed.” Guildford County Sixth Form is now welcoming applications for September 2025.  With a proven record of academic excellence and a commitment to helping every student realise their potential, there has never been a better time to join our thriving community.  Read Full Article
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