Support for parents and carers

Access useful information, resources, updates and support to help parents and carers stay informed and support their child’s education at Luton Sixth Form College.

Performance

A-Levels

Overall Pass Rate: 93.7%
High Grades (A–B):* 38.1% of entries

93.7%

Vocational

Overall Pass Rate: 93.2%
High Grades 47.4% achieved Distinction or Distinction*.

93.2%

Ofsted

Luton Sixth Form College maintained an overall Ofsted rating of “Good” in its latest comprehensive inspection.

Good

Support your child

Discover the support, guidance, and resources available to help your child thrive both academically and personally throughout their college journey.

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FAQ’s

How can I monitor my child's attendance and progress?

Parents can stay informed about their child’s attendance, academic progress, and achievements through the Parent Portal. Regular progress reviews, reports, and tutor feedback are also provided throughout the academic year. If you have concerns at any time, you can contact your child’s tutor or curriculum team directly.

Who should I contact if my child needs additional support?

We offer a range of support services to help students succeed academically and personally. Depending on the nature of your concern, you can contact your child’s tutor, the Student Support Team, Safeguarding Team, or Wellbeing Services. Our staff will work with you to ensure your child receives the appropriate support.

What should I do if my child is unable to attend college?

If your child is absent due to illness or another valid reason, please notify the college as soon as possible using the designated absence reporting process. Maintaining good attendance is important for student success, and our teams will provide support where attendance issues arise.

How can I support my child's success at college?

You can support your child by encouraging regular attendance, discussing their progress and goals, helping them manage their time effectively, and staying engaged with college communications. We recommend regularly checking updates, attending parent events, and encouraging your child to make use of the support services available to them.

How will the college communicate important updates to parents?

Important updates are shared through email, the Parent Portal, the college website, newsletters, and parent events. We encourage parents to keep their contact details up to date to ensure they receive timely information about student progress, key dates, and college announcements.

Parent Bulletin

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