Lower Sixth Newcomer's Events

We aim to make the transition to Leighton Park as seamless as possible.
Welcome Letter from Helen Taylor, Director of Sixth Form

Newcomers' Events

Students are welcome to join us for the Academic Induction Day on Monday 23rd June. They should arrive at 8.30am at the Michael Malnick Centre in Collect Dress.

The day will include taster lessons, a sociable lunch, a presentation on expectations and orgnisation in the Sixth Form, and an introduction to the Oakleaf Diploma.

Parents and guardians are invited to join their children at 4.15pm – 5.00pm on the Head’s Lawn for refreshments. This is a great opportunity to meet staff and other Sixth Form families.

Please confirm your child’s place by completing the Checklist form on the Admissions Portal

 

Everyone is welcome to join us for Music for a Summer’s Evening which is a lovely informal al fresco event on the school grounds. It is enjoyed annually by the Leighton Park community who will gather on the Park to celebrate the musical talents of our wonderful students and relax with friends over food.

You are welcome to bring a picnic and may wish to bring picnic chairs and rugs or blankets if the weather is cooler.

There is no requirement for you to stay for the whole of the evening, please do come along for as much of the event as you wish.

There is no need to RSVP – we look forward to seeing you there.

This event will take place between 4.00pm and 7.30pm – exact timings are to be confirmed.

New boarders are welcome to arrive at Leighton Park from 4.00pm.

We are unable to accommodate early arrivals due to staff availability.

Students should go directly to either Reckitt House (Senior Girls’ Boarding House) or School House (Senior Boys’ Boarding House) where they will be welcomed by the House Team and shown to their rooms.

There will be a welcome tea for students, parents and guardians in Oakview from 6.00pm.

Should you have any questions, please do contact:

 

The first day for new students will be Newcomers’ Day on Wednesday 4th September. Students should arrive at 9.15am at Michael Malnick Centre and come dressed in Collect Dress.

During Newcomers’ Day, students will meet their tutors, be issued with their IT log ins, be given an induction to our online resources, explore the Park with our Sixth Form prefects and enjoy some fun activities with new friends across students and staff.

Parents and guardians can collect Day students from Grove Car Park at 2.30pm

Please note that on Newcomers’ Day there will be no breakfast or tea for day students and that the School transport services will not be available.

Parents and guardians are invited to join their children in the Michael Malnick Centre for a welcome talk from Helen Taylor, Director of Sixth Form.

After this there will be the opportunity to chat to staff and other families over refreshments.

No RSVP is required – we look forward to welcoming you to Leighton Park.

The Isle of Wight Adventure weekend is a great bonding experience for our new Sixth Formers to celebrate the end of their first full week at Leighton Park and to continue building the friendships that will be with them throughout their Sixth Form years and beyond.

Students will stay at the PGL Centre, Little Canada, on the Isle of Wight where activities available include sailing, tree-top high ropes, aeroball, giant swing, kayaking and more.

The approximate cost is £250 and includes all activities, transport, accommodation and food.

Coaches will leave at 12.15pm on Friday 12th September and return by 4.00pm on Sunday 14th September.

Please confirm your child’s place by completing the Checklist form on the Admissions Portal

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