Penybont 6th Form College
This is an exciting, innovative partnership between Bridgend College and Pencoed Comprehensive School.
The partnership enables all learners to access the very best teaching and learning experiences and the unique opportunities that both the College and the school can offer.
By working in partnership, Penybont 6th Form can meet the needs of all its learners by offering an exciting, broad and diverse curriculum and the opportunity to link with industry professionals at the College and experienced staff at the school.
Exciting opportunities for all!
Gemma Carr-Evans
Curriculum Area Manager for 14-19 Partnerships
Matthew Watkins
Penybont 6th Form Engagement Coordinator
Aims for the 6th Form
- Encourage high achievement in all of our learners
- Be highly successful and meet all the needs of the learners who attend
- Work in unison with partnership stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition
- Provide opportunities for all learners to become active citizens who are fit for the future and play a positive role in society
- Ensure all our learners are secure in the next step of their education and future career aspirations
“The teachers are amazing; they are really supportive and want us to do well”
Jessica Griffiths : 6th Form pupil
Educational Maintenance
Allowance (EMA)
If you are concerned about financial issues then the availability of EMA may help you.
EMA is a fortnightly payment that might help you with the cost of continuing your education in the 6th Form.
You could receive payments of up to £30 a week, if you meet the following requirements:
- You are aged 16-18 on the 31st August
- Your household income is £20,817 or less (£23,077 if there are other young people in full time education who also qualify for child benefit in your household)
- You meet the residence and nationality rules
- You undertake an eligible course at school which involves at least 12 hours of guided learning each week
To apply for EMA you will need to:
1 Fill in and submit an EMA application. These forms are available from the school or can be accessed on the Student Finance Wales web site:
www.studentfinancewales.co.uk/EMA
2 Once you have received your letter awarding you the allowance you will then need to read and sign the School Learning Agreement Form.
Please ask if you require any advice on EMA
For more information, please contact
gcevans@bridgend.ac.uk or
mwatkins@bridgend.ac.uk
Call:
01656 868 068
Penybont Sixth Form College,
Pencoed Comprehensive, Coychurch Road,
Pencoed, Bridgend, CF35 5LZ