Entry Requirements & How to Apply

Every year we welcome many students who have previously studied at other schools. Admission to the Sixth Form is predicated on the principle that it is possible to offer each student courses that are most appropriate for them and offer the greatest chance of success, progression, fulfilment and enjoyment.

The general entry requirement for study in the Sixth Form is:

• At least 5 GCSE grades at 4 or above
• Minimum of Grade 4 in English Language or Literature and Grade 4 in Mathematics

In the event of a grade 4 not being achieved in English or Mathematics, the application will be reviewed but enrolment cannot be guaranteed.  Individual subjects may include their own subject-specific requirements above the general entry requirement, and these are available in the subject section of the Sixth Form Course Guide. The Sixth Form Team will advise and guide students through this process and provide any support that they may need to make appropriate choices. Individual circumstances may be considered by the Sixth Form Team when finalising enrolment decisions.

We will accept students who achieve a grade 3 in Mathematics or English on an individual basis looking at the subjects they want to study and meeting the average GCSE grade 4 requirement. These students will then take English or Mathematics GCSE retake classes on top of their three Level 3 choices.