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Personal Development

HASU6: Our Vision

Personal Development at HASU6 is designed to prepare students for the transition from sixth form to post-18 life, including university, apprenticeships or employment. At this stage, it is about more than character development; it is about building independence, confidence and curiosity, ensuring students are ready to thrive in the adult world.

The curriculum encompasses:

  • Personal, Social, Health and Economic education (PSHE)

  • Careers Education and Guidance

  • Wider Learning to encourage reading and research beyond A levels

  • Student Leadership and Societies

  • Pastoral and Wellbeing Support

  • Religious Studies (RS)

The Student Experience

Students at HASU6 engage with the Personal Development Curriculum through a range of dedicated opportunities each week:

  • Weekly Briefings: whole-cohort sessions to share important updates, opportunities and community messages.

  • Tutor Check-ins: regular one-to-one time with a tutor to reflect, set goals and seek support.

  • PSHE, RS & Careers Curriculum: structured sessions that develop resilience, awareness and readiness for life beyond sixth form.

  • Weekly Wider Learning: exploring academic and professional themes beyond A levels, encouraging reading, debate and independent research.

  • Student-Led Societies: every Friday, students lead or participate in societies ranging from medicine, law and engineering to debating and economics.

Additional Opportunities

Students also benefit from a wide range of enrichment activities to broaden their skills and experiences, including:

  • Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

  • Specialist STEM links with the Institute of Cancer Research and the Royal Marsden Hospital

  • Work experience and internships

  • Student leadership roles, including leading enrichment activities for younger students

  • Peer and academic mentoring

  • Surrey Cricket Programme and other sports teams

  • Annual cultural and academic trips, including a trip to New York

Wellbeing and Support

Wellbeing underpins all aspects of sixth form life. Students have constant access to pastoral support, and tutors work closely with individuals to ensure they feel happy, supported and ready to succeed.

In line with our values of Innovation, Integrity and Discovery, personal development at HASU6 ensures students leave not only with excellent results, but also with the confidence, independence and skills to make a meaningful impact in their next chapter.