Welcome
As a student at Harris Invictus Academy, you are joining an educational institution which prides itself on being the beating heart of its community.
Our sixth form is based in central Croydon and is a huge part of local life, both as a hub for students and as a place for the community. We nurture ambitious and resilient young people who want to make a positive impact in society. We offer two educational pathways in the sixth form: academic and vocational. Our academic pathway is our more traditional offering which allows students to study A-Levels in order to ensure access to some of the UK’s best universities and professions. Our vocational pathway allows students to enroll on specific vocational courses which will open doors to not just higher education, but apprenticeships and employment too. In partnership with Kinetic Academy, students receive tailored football coaching and training sessions from professionals in the field.
Our sixth form has grown from small roots into establishing itself as a centre of educational excellence. Being a part of the Harris Federation has allowed us to form partnerships with leading organisations across the country, including renowned universities such as King’s College London and Cambridge University. Your time at Invictus will be spent enriched with opportunities for wider learning and fun experiences, with central London just a stone’s throw away. Choosing where to study for sixth form is a huge decision and one that we know you won’t take lightly. We hope that this prospectus answers the questions you have and that you can see yourself as a sixth form student thriving in our environment. We invite you to attend our upcoming events to find out more and look forward to meeting you.
GCSE English and GCSE Maths at Harris Invictus Sixth Form
At Harris Invictus Sixth Form, we’re committed to helping every student reach their full potential, including those who haven’t yet achieved a grade 4 in English or Maths. We offer extra support to help you reach this important goal, which is key for moving on to university, apprenticeships, or starting your career.
English and Maths GCSE Resits
For students who haven't yet reached a grade 4 in English or Maths, we offer focused resit courses to help you build the skills and knowledge needed to succeed. Our experienced teachers use different teaching methods to make lessons interesting, easy to follow, and effective—giving you the best chance to achieve the grade you need.
Tailored Support & Flexible Learning
At Harris Invictus Sixth Form, we recognise that every student’s learning journey is unique. Our small class sizes and personalised approach ensure that each student receives the support they need to make strong academic progress. We offer targeted interventions, additional study sessions, and one-to-one support to boost confidence, deepen understanding, and refine exam skills. Achieving a grade 4 or above in English and Maths is a key priority, and we are committed to helping every student reach this milestone to unlock future opportunities.
Work Experience & Careers
At Harris Invictus Sixth Form, Year 12 students can take part in a one-week work experience placement during the final week of summer term. With support from our careers advisor and external partners, students explore roles that match their interests—gaining real-world experience, building key skills, and boosting their future prospects through tailored opportunities like pathway programmes and industry links.
Tuesdays, tutor times are dedicated to personal development with students exploring topics like:
KS4 to KS5 transition, Healthy living and wellbeing, Relationships, Academic book and article reviews and presentations.
Wednesday enrichment: All Year 12 have weekly lectures on a Wednesday afternoon with a range of external companies.
External agencies that run enriching opportunities like the Philosophy Foundation, British Library workshops on masculinity and role models, student ambassadors who mentor younger students in literacy and reading.
Below are some of this academic years events we have promoted to help build confidence and develop skills, alongside our enrichment clubs and our kinetic links
- Dentistry Workshop - Croydon University hospital Wednesday 2nd October 2024 – 7 Year 12s.
- *High Performance Foundation Roadshow – Harris Federation Exclusive Event – Thursday 8th May – Year 12
- *NEXT STEPS CAREERS EVENT 2025 -Wednesday 19th March
- *The Futures Academy – Vision Path Insurance Workshop – Wednesday 19th March
Nathanael Arnott-Davies (he/him)
Head of Sixth Form
