Frequently Asked Questions
Support, Guidance & Finance
Q. Will my child be able to claim EMA (Education Maintenance Allowance)?
A. Yes.
Q. My eldest son is in the sixth form at Rhyl High at the moment and
mentors some of the younger pupils. He enjoys this and I think it has
been a very valuable experience for him. Will my daughter, who starts her AS course in September, be able to do the same thing?
A. Yes. Both the School and the College think it is very important that there are very close links between The Rhyl Sixth and Rhyl High School and that these continue when The Rhyl Sixth transfers to the new centre.
Q. How will I be informed of my child’s progress?
A. By a written report at the end of term 1 and 2 and through parents’ evenings in January and April. You will also be contacted by telephone or email should
we have any concerns about your child’s attendance, behaviour or progress.
Courses
Q. My son is in year 11 at Rhyl High School and hopes to start his AS course in September 2009 – where will he be taught?
A. Most of his lessons will be taught in the school for 2009-10. However, he may spend either half or a whole day at Coleg Llandrillo Rhyl. This will enable him to access all the College facilities such as the library and drop-in IT workshops, as well as having access to the College network which includes an outstanding range of online resources to support learning.
Q. What will happen to those students starting their AS programme in September 09 when they progress to the second year?
A. In 2010, The Rhyl Sixth will transfer to a new, purpose built centre attached to Coleg Llandrillo Rhyl. The new centre will provide outstanding accommodation and facilities for Rhyl Sixth students.
Q. Who will be teaching the AS provision from September 2009?
A. Much of the teaching will continue to be done by current school staff. There will also be some teaching by College staff.All staff teaching and supporting Rhyl Sixth students will be well qualified and experienced.
Q. I’ve heard the Welsh Baccalaureate mentioned. Will my child have to study this?
A. Yes, students have found the Welsh Baccalaureate to be very useful in developing their skills and broadening their knowledge. It is a qualification which is valued by universities.
Q. My daughter is in Year 11 and is not sure whether she wants to do an A Level course or a BTEC National Course in Retail – what should she do?
A. She can apply for both courses and make her final decision when she receives her GCSE results. She needs to contact her form teacher or contact the College directly by ringing Maria on 01492 546 666 ext. 485
Facilities and Teaching Arrangements
Q. If students are going to Coleg Llandrillo Rhyl for a half or full day, how will they get there and back?
A. Transport between the College and School will be provided.
Q. Will my daughter be able to use the College facilities out of school hours?
A. If your daughter is an AS student in September, she will have a Coleg Llandrillo Student Card and will be able to use the College facilities such as the library, drop-in IT workshop and student support services whenever the College is open. This will include some evenings and holidays.
Q. When the sixth form moves to the new centre in 2010, will my son still get tutorial support?
A. Yes. All Rhyl Sixth students will have a Personal Tutor and tutorial sessions to ensure they receive the ongoing support they need to succeed. In addition, as College students, they will be able to access the full range of student support services available at Coleg Llandrillo Rhyl including study support, specialist advice and guidance on progression routes and careers and advice on student finance if they are planning to progress to Higher Education.
Q. My daughter is in the Rhyl High sixth form at the moment, what will happen in September 2009 when she progresses to the second year of her course?
A. The Rhyl Sixth developments will not affect students in the second year of their A Level course in September 2009 – her course will continue with no change to its original planning.
Q. If my child attends Coleg Llandrillo Rhyl for a half or whole day, how will their attendance be recorded?
A. All classes will have an electronic register taken, which will be available to be viewed by all staff teaching your child.
