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3 The tutors at CTC are experts in academic studies. They are always eager to help when students face challenges in their studies CTC Alumnus, China Cambridge Tutors College London Welcome For over 50 years, CTC has been one of the UK s most successful independent sixth form colleges. Students from around the world choose CTC to access a challenging curriculum and a unique learning environment that provides a pathway to a top UK university. What makes us different is our tutor style teaching and average class sizes of six. The adult-focused environment allows students to flourish and deliver the very best set of academic results. With particular excellence in Mathematics, Science and Economics, CTC tutors guide students in acquiring the cultural, language and literacy skills required to become the leaders of tomorrow. Chris Drew Principal 3

4 Why CTC? When Roger Osborne founded CTC London in 1958 his vision was clear. Students would experience world-class education, delivered by highly-academic tutors who modelled their teaching on Oxford and Cambridge university standards. Since that time local, national and international students have embraced the academic environment at CTC London and delivered outstanding results, year on year. Progression to leading universities is expected as the tutoring programme ensures each student will maximise their potential. CLC London is just twenty minutes from the vibrant, cultural and historical city of London - offering students the opportunity to experience one of the most enchanting places in the world. Many of the UK s leading universities are a short commute from College meaning many students can remain in one location for their sixth form and university studies. 4

5 "Studying with CTC far exceeded my expectations. My tutors were always approachable and available if needed. Guidance was also always on hand to assist with co-curricular activities and the UCAS application process. All in all, my time at CTC was very enjoyable and successful." CTC Alumnus, England Examination success: Over 2000 A grades More than 500 A* grades 81% of all grades from were A*/B Top UK independent sixth college for university facilitating subjects examinations A-Level results: 56% - A*-A grade 78% - A*-B grade Top UK independent sixth college for university facilitating subjects (The Russell Group, which represents 24 leading UK universities, defines facilitating subjects as: English literature, History, Modern languages, Classical languages, Maths and further maths, Physics, Biology, Chemistry Geography) Good Schools Guide Awards 2015 Best performance by girls taking Mathematics (Pure) at an English Independent School Best performance by boys taking Mathematics (Pure) at an English Independent School Best performance by girls taking Mathematics at an English Independent School 5

6 Educational offering Pre Sixth Foundation course: Sepal Science, Engineering and Mathematics one-year course What will be covered in this course? English Language (leading to an IELTS qualification) Mathematics (leading to a GCSE qualification) Physical Education and Personal, Social and Health Education (required by the UK government for students under 16) Additional options: Science and Engineering: Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Computer Science (leading to a CTC Foundation Science exam) Architecture and the Creative Arts: Computer Science, Art and Drama and Film (leading to an Art IGCSE) Economics and Social Sciences: Economics, Government and Politics and History Pre Sixth Higher: GCSE course IELTS requirement of 5.0 What will be covered in this course? Mathematics and English Language (compulsorily examined) with Literature (optional examination) Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science Geography, History Art and Design Languages (e.g. German, Spanish, Italian, French, subject to demand) Who is this course for? This course will be suitable for British students retaking their GCSEs or international students transferring here who wish to obtain GCSE qualifications. It will also prepare students very well for continuing on to our A-Level course, although automatic progression is not guaranteed. Who is this course for? This course will be highly suitable for non-native English speakers (minimum IELTS 3.5, or its equivalent) who wish to gain an externally recognised qualification in both English Language and Mathematics, but who also want excellent foundations for A-Level success. 6

7 A-Level options: 18 month programme January start Students require an IELTS rating of 6.5 to be accepted onto the A-Level programme. Subjects on offer for two year and eighteen month programmes: Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science English Language and Literature, French, Spanish, Italian, German (these are all offered subject to student demand) Accounting, Business Studies, Economics, Geography Government & Politics, History, Psychology Art and Design Two year programme September start Students require an IELTS rating of 6.0 to be accepted onto the A-Level programme. Subjects on offer for two year and eighteen month programmes: Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science English Language and Literature, French, Spanish, Italian, German (these are all offered subject to student demand) Accounting, Business Studies, Economics, Geography Government & Politics, History, Psychology Art and Design CTC also offers a two-year course for three A-Levels for students with IELTS of 5.5 with additional English Language support (IELTS) available if required. 7

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9 96.8% of students rated their host family great or good Homestay and boarding CTC Student Homestay Survey, December 2015 CTC offers two excellent options for accommodation homestay and boarding. Homestay students have the opportunity to live with a carefully chosen local family which truly becomes a home from home. All rooms are single study bedrooms and include internet, bathroom facilities, all laundry, half-board meals from Monday - Friday and all meals at weekends. Our excellent host families provide a safe, secure environment and are individually matched to each student s requirements. The HomeStay environment offers many advantages to young adults preparing for university life. They are encouraged to become independent; to learn about British cultural and social life; to improve their English and, in some cases, make lifetime friends. From September 2016, CTC is delighted to offer the additional choice of boarding accommodation consisting of 40 well equipped modern single and double rooms, all with ensuite facilities and Wi-Fi. Live in CTC staff are on duty 24/7 to provide the highest standards of care and support for our students. 9

10 Scholarships and bursaries Scholarships These are awarded to students for entry into our A-Level programme and for academic excellence. A scholar must show outstanding potential in our scholarship process, and we expect scholars to be aiming for the very best universities and almost certain to attain A/A* grades at A2. Bursaries CTC offers bursarial help to a family who are eligible to receive a fee discount based on their ability to pay. Potentially bursaries may be worth up to 100% of the College s tuition fees. The Principal and Bursar are always willing to have a personal discussion with any parent about bursarial assistance. 10

11 CTC has an outstanding educational system and is fully committed to academic excellence CTC Alumna, Thailand Pastoral support There is a dedicated and very experienced welfare team in College to support each and every student to ensure they are happy, healthy and ready to make the most of all the opportunities available here at CTC. In addition, each student is under the care of a Personal Tutor, who would normally be one of their academic staff. There are formal weekly meetings as well as additional one-to-one sessions, making sure all our students are closely monitored and supported to ensure they reach their full personal and academic potential. Communication with home is very important, in addition to termly reports, there is close monitoring of both attendance and academic performance and parents are contacted immediately with any concerns. In addition to parents evening, parents are welcome to visit CTC at any time throughout the academic year. 11

12 Academic excellence Eastern Europe Oxbridge 46 LSE 5 Imperial 11 UCL 11 Number of university placements Warwick - 52 Cambridge - 48 Estonia Latvia Oxford - 41 Lithuania Ireland UK Germany LSE - 85 UCL Imperial King s College - 55 Ukraine Slovakia Hungary Romania Bulgaria Portugal Jordan Nigeria Peru For me, somebody with very limited experience outside their home it seemed impossible to enter adult life and live on my own in another country. However, CTC became my second home and family. CTC Alumnus, Russia 12

13 China Oxbridge 74 LSE 34 Imperial 65 UCL 54 Russia Kazakhstan South Korea Japan China Iran Malaysia and Singapore Oxbridge 5 Taiwan Myanmar Laos LSE 20 Thailand Cambodia Philippines Vietnam Imperial 30 UCL 23 Malaysia Singapore Indonesia Myanmar Oxbridge 5 LSE 2 Imperial 11 UCL 10 Students from Myanmar also ranked in the top ten in the whole of the UK for the highest marks achieved at GCE A-Level in 1998, 2002, 2003, 2005 and New Zealand 13

14 Number of courses taken by CTC students at leading UK universities since 2000 Oxford: Mathematics and Statistics 20 Engineering 9 Cambridge: Economics 10 Engineeering 10 Mathematics 9 Natural Sciences 8 UCL: Economics and Statistics 37 Mathematics/with Economics 20 Statistics, Economics and Finance 9 LSE: Economics 23 Accounting and Finance 18 Actuarial Science 15 Imperial: Mathematics with Statistics for Finance 27 Electrical & Electronic Engineering 13 Chemical Engineering 11 Most popular choice of UK university course by CTC students since 2000 * Combination of Economics, Economics and Politics, Economics and Finance, Economics and Statistics ** Combination of Mathematics, Mathematics and Statistics, Mathematics and Economics Economics and Politics/Finance/Statistics* 128 Mathematics and Statistics/Economics** 94 Medicine 75 Accounting and Finance 48 Law 35 Biomedical Sciences/Engineering 34 Management 27 Actuarial Science 24 Engineering 24 Electronic Engineering 22 Chemical Engineering 21 Chemistry 15 Biochemistry 14 Mechanical Engineering 14 Computer Science 13 Investment and Finance 10 14

15 Recent university destinations for CTC London students Brunel Central Saint Martins Dundee Aberdeen St. Andrews Chelsea School of Art City Goldsmiths Imperial King s College Kingston London SOAS Edinburgh LSE Glasgow Queen Mary University Regent's University London Royal Holloway Royal Veterinary College St. George's Newcastle Northumbria Durham St. Mary s University College London Westminster University York Hull Leeds Lancaster Trinity College, Dublin Liverpool Manchester Sheffield Birmingham Loughborough Coventry Nottingham Leicester Anglia Ruskin East Anglia Warwick Cambridge Essex Oxford Hertfordshire The highest ranking universities in the UK during 2015, in accordance with the Sunday Times university rankings. Other universities attended by CTC students. Exeter Cardiff West of England Bristol Bath Southampton Reading Surrey Portsmouth Brighton London Sussex Kent 15

16 CTC London The College is situated on the outskirts of London just twenty minutes by train from the heart of the capital city. Croydon itself is undergoing a 1 billion redevelopment programme that will lead to new homes and an impressive new shopping centre. The vibrant, multi-cultural environment means there are many opportunities to fully sample life in London. Croydon has excellent transport links provided by a network of trams, buses and trains. Central London (Waterloo, London Bridge and Victoria stations) is only a 15 minute train ride from East Croydon station. Trains depart to the centre of London every few minutes. London Heathrow Airport is less than an hour s drive and Gatwick airport is closer still as little as 20 minutes by direct rail link. Some of the world s most renowned universities are just minutes away. A1 M1 M11 KINGS CROSS/ST. PANCRAS CENTRAL LONDON LONDON BRIDGE LONDON CITY HEATHROW M4 50 MINUTES BY LONDON UNDERGROUND VICTORIA A23 19 MINUTES BY TRAIN WATERLOO 19 MINUTES BY TRAIN CAMBRIDGE TUTORS COLLEGE CROYDON EAST CROYDON M25 15 MINUTES BY TRAIN A22 M23 GATWICK Cambridge Tutors College, Water Tower Hill, Croydon, Surrey CR0 5SX +44 (0) info@ctc.ac.uk