Cambridge Centre for Sixth-form Studies (CCSS) offers a unique and individual approach to learning, building a relationship of mutual respect between students and staff and developing self-confidence within each student.
Teaching at CCSS
The teaching at CCSS is a collaborative and shared learning experience, which fosters focus and motivation, and creates a very productive and exciting schooling environment and experience for every student at the College. The informality and strength of working relationships lead to a bond of loyalty between students and staff, and the trust and independence that students have at the College give them freedom to make the right choices and decisions for them in their learning.
A-level and GCSE courses
CCSS offers one and two-year A-level courses, and one-year GCSE courses. A full and flexible GCSE curriculum is offered and at A-level there are over 30 subjects to choose from.
Small classes
Classes at CCSS are less than half the average for the independent sector in the UK and much smaller than in state schools. The average class size at CCSS is six pupils so everyone gets the attention they need.
Individual tutorials
As well as group classes, all A-level students have additional ‘one-to-one’ sessions in each subject. These tutorials allow students and teachers to work together on areas of uncertainty or interest, analysing examination questions and discussing outstanding answers and the strategy for creating these answers.
Personal tutors develop effective relationships with teachers and parents. They meet each of their students weekly to talk over academic matters, such as time management, work output and preparing the strongest possible university application, as well as any issues of personal concern for the student.