Sixth Form ‘Interview’
I’ve got my first sixth form interview next week and I don’t know how to prepare for it. I’m not sure if it’s an interview because they’ve called it a ‘short informal guidance meeting’ but if you have any tips please tell me, thanks.
Reply 1
If it’s a subject interview I recommend reading around the syllabus of the subject you are being interviewed on. I had an economics interview for a prestigious private school for sixth form and just received my acceptance letter. If you can link your subject/ one of your subjects to any current events then DO IT.
If it’s a general interview then think of every club that you’ve ever done, your predicted grades, your favourite subject, extracurricular activities and a non academic reason you are applying to the school you are applying to, and why it’s better than/ different to your current school. If your school is known for its amazing choir then even if you aren’t particularly musically inclined mention something to do with it. Also don’t be too stressed, it’s about seeing your conversational skills and how you keep your composure. Good luck!
If it’s a general interview then think of every club that you’ve ever done, your predicted grades, your favourite subject, extracurricular activities and a non academic reason you are applying to the school you are applying to, and why it’s better than/ different to your current school. If your school is known for its amazing choir then even if you aren’t particularly musically inclined mention something to do with it. Also don’t be too stressed, it’s about seeing your conversational skills and how you keep your composure. Good luck!
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by AcademicWeapon4If it’s a subject interview I recommend reading around the syllabus of the subject you are being interviewed on. I had an economics interview for a prestigious private school for sixth form and just received my acceptance letter. If you can link your subject/ one of your subjects to any current events then DO IT.
If it’s a general interview then think of every club that you’ve ever done, your predicted grades, your favourite subject, extracurricular activities and a non academic reason you are applying to the school you are applying to, and why it’s better than/ different to your current school. If your school is known for its amazing choir then even if you aren’t particularly musically inclined mention something to do with it. Also don’t be too stressed, it’s about seeing your conversational skills and how you keep your composure. Good luck!
If it’s a general interview then think of every club that you’ve ever done, your predicted grades, your favourite subject, extracurricular activities and a non academic reason you are applying to the school you are applying to, and why it’s better than/ different to your current school. If your school is known for its amazing choir then even if you aren’t particularly musically inclined mention something to do with it. Also don’t be too stressed, it’s about seeing your conversational skills and how you keep your composure. Good luck!
What do you mean by current events
Reply 3
Sorry I didn’t check TSR in a while! I mean things that come on the news, like Trump introducing tarrifs and what that means for the world, how it will affect the economy and geopolitical relations. Also Deepseek AI would be good to talk about- do some research, but Im sure you did great!
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by AcademicWeapon4If it’s a subject interview I recommend reading around the syllabus of the subject you are being interviewed on. I had an economics interview for a prestigious private school for sixth form and just received my acceptance letter. If you can link your subject/ one of your subjects to any current events then DO IT.
If it’s a general interview then think of every club that you’ve ever done, your predicted grades, your favourite subject, extracurricular activities and a non academic reason you are applying to the school you are applying to, and why it’s better than/ different to your current school. If your school is known for its amazing choir then even if you aren’t particularly musically inclined mention something to do with it. Also don’t be too stressed, it’s about seeing your conversational skills and how you keep your composure. Good luck!
If it’s a general interview then think of every club that you’ve ever done, your predicted grades, your favourite subject, extracurricular activities and a non academic reason you are applying to the school you are applying to, and why it’s better than/ different to your current school. If your school is known for its amazing choir then even if you aren’t particularly musically inclined mention something to do with it. Also don’t be too stressed, it’s about seeing your conversational skills and how you keep your composure. Good luck!
Did you do economics at gcse
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by wbejifbawoDid you do economics at gcse
If not how did you prepare for the economics interview
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by ToomanyennyI’ve got my first sixth form interview next week and I don’t know how to prepare for it. I’m not sure if it’s an interview because they’ve called it a ‘short informal guidance meeting’ but if you have any tips please tell me, thanks.
Hi,
It sounds like it’ll be quite relaxed, but it’s still worth preparing a little just in case it’s more formal than expected. They’ll probably want to get to know you better, talk about your subject choices, and see if the sixth form is the right fit for you.
Try to think about why you’ve chosen your subjects and what you enjoy about them. Also consider your strengths and what kind of learner you are, any future goals or careers you’re interested in (even if you’re not sure yet), and examples of times you’ve worked hard, shown teamwork, or overcome challenges.
If it’s more formal, they may also ask about your achievements, how you manage your time, or how you’d contribute to sixth form life. Having a few examples ready for these questions can really help.
Overall, stay calm and show enthusiasm for learning. Even if it’s more structured, they mainly want to see your interest and potential.
Hope it went well and this helps anyone else!
Tayba
Student Rep
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by wbejifbawoDid you do economics at gcse
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