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Sixth Form

Sixth Form

Sixth Form at Sherrardswood

Our Sixth Form is a vibrant, ambitious community where young people are encouraged to become accomplished academics in their chosen fields of interest. As influential role models to the younger years, being a Sixth Form student at Sherrardswood is both a privilege and a responsibility - one that our students embrace with confidence and pride.

We offer a dynamic and enriching programme that prepares students for the challenges of higher education, future careers, and life beyond school. Whether they have grown up at Sherrardswood or joined us from another school, every student benefits from an inclusive, supportive environment where they feel welcome and quickly settle in.

Academic Pathways

Students can personalise their journey with choices from 27 A Levels and three Level 3 BTECs, most students choose three or four subjects they would like to study. We understand that every student’s educational journey is different, so we offer flexibility in the number of subjects chosen and can design bespoke programmes for students with unusual or non‑traditional academic pathways.  

Alongside all GCSE subjects offered at A Level, students can explore additional options such as Further Mathematics, Economics, Psychology, Politics, Sociology, Accounting, Ancient History, Music Technology, and BTEC courses in Health and Social Care, Applied Science, and Sport. This breadth ensures that every Sixth Former can design a pathway that truly reflects their ambitions.

Enrichment & UCAS‑Boosting Opportunities

To support university progression, students can take part in:

  • EPQ (Extended Project Qualification)
  • Duke of Edinburgh Award
  • Sports Leadership Award

Each of these opportunities enhances academic profiles, builds independence, allows extra facets of skill and educational experience to be demonstrated and contributes valuable UCAS points.

We also offer a wide range of leadership opportunities, enabling students to develop confidence, communication skills, and a sense of responsibility. Sixth Formers can apply to become Prefects, join the Sixth Form Leadership Team, and take on roles that allow them to shape school life and act as role models for younger pupils.

Experiences Beyond the Classroom

Our Sixth Form experience is enriched with a genuinely exciting programme of bonding trips and activities, including:

  • Residential trips to France
  • Urban theme parks
  • Bowling and high‑energy activity days

  • Winter Wonderland visits

  • Proms and Winter Balls each year

These shared experiences help foster friendships, teamwork, and unforgettable memories.

Future‑Ready Guidance

Through our Future‑Ready PSHE programme, students learn essential life skills: independent living, finance, healthy relationships, wellbeing, and more. Year 13 students also enjoy our hands-on “Cooking on a Budget” course - perfect preparation for university and independent life.

With strong pastoral support and outstanding individual guidance, many of our Sixth Formers progress to prestigious universities and courses. We nurture young people who are confident, compassionate, and ready to embrace everything life has to offer.

ISI Report 2023 - In discussion, pupils were keen to point to the individualised support and encouragement they receive both from teachers and tutors as key contributory factors to their excellent academic progress.

 

What Our Students and Parents Think

‘Mrs. Wright showed me around the school, looked into me and offered me a chance to finally achieve my dreams. She saw me for not what I had been on paper, but for who I could become, and it remains the kindest act anyone has ever done for me to this very day.’ - Sixth Form Student.

‘Our daughter flourished at Sherrardswood and she has become quietly self-assured. Having finished Year 13 last month, she is predicted top grades and has an offer of a Russell Group university – Exeter, one of the best Geology universities in the country. To be awaiting these results is beyond what we ever dreamed possible, and I think we can safely say Sherrardswood has helped her completely fulfil her potential.’ - Sixth Form Parent.