Christ College Brecon is hosting a sixth form open evening on Friday, January 18, starting at 7pm. The evening is designed for pupils currently taking GCSEs and will offer an insight into sixth form life at the school. There will be an opportunity for pupils and their parents to meet the head, director of studies and heads of department to discuss academic options, as well as to hear about the wealth of extra-curricular options available to them. Many of Christ College's sixth form will be available to share their own experiences.

Christ College is one of the oldest and most successful schools in Wales. Founded in 1541 by Henry VIII, it occupies an enviable site on the outskirts of Brecon, in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

The school buildings reflect its ancient past as well as its determination to provide the best modern facilities possible for its pupils.

There are 310 pupils at Christ College Brecon, a size which enables it to offer a wide range of academic and extra-curricular activities, while giving everyone the chance to form close friendships and to develop a real sense of belonging.

Parents and guardians value the unique care and concern which pupils receive at Christ College - support from highly-qualified and experienced staff which extends beyond the classroom to every aspect of daily life and leads to a high level of achievement in both academic and non-academic areas.

Since September 2007, sixth form pupils have benefitted from a unique leadership course, developed by the TYF Group Ltd, which helps to develop communication and problem-solving skills, and following increased demand for places, Christ College has introduced four new bus routes servicing areas in and around South Wales.

For details, visit www.christcollegebrecon.com or contact the admissions registrar on 01874 615440.