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Here are the answers to a few questions that prospective applicants frequently ask. If you have any other questions, please get in touch: info@itchen.ac.uk
Resources which are necessary for study in whichever course you choose will be provided, including access to electronic and online resources.
In some cases you may wish to purchase additional resources such as a revision guide.
Please also note that certain courses may on occasion require students to make contributions towards the cost of field trips, materials etc.
Yes. You will be asked to make a contribution of £30 per year towards the College Fund. If your family is in receipt of Income Support you are exempt from paying this contribution. Any student who may find it difficult to pay this cost should write to the Principal for exemption.
Yes. You should aim for 100% attendance and there is a clear correlation between poor grades and poor attendance levels. However, we recognise that students may miss lessons for a variety of valid reasons, and all students are required to phone the College if they are unable to attend lessons through illness or any other reason.
No. You are expected to be in College throughout the term, and there may be consequences if you do take holidays during this time. For more guidance on this issue, see the full Attendance Policy in Policies and Procedures, or visit Parent Information.
No. This is one of the big differences between college and school. There will be periods during the day where no lessons are timetabled for you. You can use these as study periods and do not have to remain in the College, although independent study is recommended.
Please note that the buses leave at the end of the College day at 4:15pm, so for this reason many students choose to remain in College during their free periods.
Do not worry. Remember, nothing is fixed until Enrolment in late summer, so you will have plenty of time to think about the courses which suit you. Do research your preferred courses through attending Open Events and Welcome Event to help you make an informed choice.
Once you have started at the College, if you are unhappy with your choice of courses then please speak to your Tutor as soon as possible to discuss all available options.
Your progress will be monitored by your teachers and tutor. There will also be a review day each year, providing an opportunity for students and parents to have one-to-one discussions with teachers and tutors, agreeing targets and actions to support success in your courses.
Access to a PC, laptop or Chromebook is recommended for all courses to support independent study.
Students tend to choose three subjects or the equivalent when studying a Double or Triple Award programme. Some students may also take on the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) alongside their other studies.
Itchen is a medium-sized college with approximately 1900 students. We pride ourselves upon being a unique, close-knit community in comparison with other colleges. We are small enough to really know our students and big enough to offer a full range of provision.
