Parents – Need To Know?

Answers to Common Questions

 

Q – What if they miss Summer School?

A – Summer School is a great opportunity to meet lecturers and other students who will be starting college in September. Don’t worry, we will cover similar things during induction week and we plan activities which will allow student to familiarise themselves with a whole range of things.

Q – What if they change their mind about subjects/courses?

A – This isn’t a problem! Contact our Admissions Department on 01384 344634/344641/344519 and they will be able to help you.

Q – What happens if we are on holiday during enrolment?

A – Contact Sallie Gilbert in Student Services on 01384 344362 and she will make alternative arrangements for you.

Q – What happens at enrolment?

A – We check the GCSE/A Level results to ensure you meet the entry requirements, check the enrolment forms and ensure we have all relevant information such as next of kin details, email addresses and up to date mobile telephone numbers.

Q – What if our GCSE results are better than expected?

A – That’s great news! We can discuss options of moving onto a higher level programme, where appropriate. On some vocational programmes, they may need to acquire some basic skills first.

Q – What if GCSE grades are disappointing?

A – When they come along to enrol we will provide you with as much advice and guidance as we can so they can still achieve a level of success without having to struggle

Q – What support is on offer when they come to college?

A – We offer lots of support in terms of Health & Welfare and there’s additional support from Personal Tutors who are available to help with study skills and time management.

Q – What do they need to bring when they start?

A – Pens, A4 writing paper plus any specific equipment listed by their Course Tutor. In order to ensure that students are safe at all times, everyone wears a college ID Card whilst they are on the premises and this must be on display at all times.

Key Dates

 

Fast Track Enrolment From 11th July 2011

Fast Track Enrolment is an initial assessment which will cut down the time it takes to get you enrolled on your courses. You can register online to book a slot for your initial assessment by visiting our website or contact us to arrange a time that’s convenient for you. Our initial assessment slots will be available from 11th July.

 

Enrolment starts 18th August until 26th August 2011

Try to avoid taking holidays during this time. You will need to come in during that week but we will contact you again closer to the time to let you know what your time slot is and what you need to bring with you.

 

Term Starts Monday 5th September 2011

 

Induction Monday 5th September until Friday 9th September 2011

 

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Other Useful Information

Everyone must wear valid ID Cards whilst they are on college premises. These must be on display AT ALL TIMES. Replacement passes must be purchased from the Learning Resources Centres if lost, misplaced or forgotten at the cost of £1.

We provide a text alert service to inform parents/guardians/carers when their son or daughter has not attended college. Please let us know if you would like to opt out of this service – or let us have an up to date mobile telephone number for our records if you wish to receive texts.

 

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Inspection Information

Stourbridge College was last inspected in November 2006 and was judged to be ‘GOOD’. We’re expecting to be judged again very soon and this could happen at any time. As we only get three weeks notice, it’s important that we’re all prepared.

This means that inspectors may want to talk to students about their experience at college – they may stop them in the corridor, they may sit in lessons and they might want to sit and chat with them and ask for their opinions on all aspects of college life.

Our Personal Tutors will talk students through the process in more detail once they start college.