Why choose Abbeyfield Sixth Form?
Achieve your best
Ambitious teaching and individual academic support
Your qualifications can open doors, create choices and turn your ambitions into opportunities.
At Abbeyfield, you will be expected to aim high. Your teachers will monitor your progress, offer support when you need it and challenge you when you are capable of more.
Our Academic Reading Group takes learning beyond course specifications. Through university-style seminars, you will explore challenging ideas, consider different perspectives and learn to express your views with confidence.
You will gain more than subject knowledge. You will develop the independence, curiosity and study habits needed for your next step.
Find the subjects that bring out your best
A broad curriculum for different talents and ambitions
Your sixth-form subjects should interest you, challenge you and help you move towards the future you want.
Our broad curriculum includes A Levels and high-quality vocational qualifications across sciences, mathematics, humanities, social sciences, business, technology, creative subjects and the performing arts.
Our staff will help you choose an ambitious programme that reflects your strengths and supports your next step, whether that is university, an apprenticeship, specialist training or employment.
Whichever subjects you choose, you will develop valuable skills in research, analysis, communication, creativity and problem-solving.
You can also extend your learning through qualifications such as the Extended Project Qualification and Level 3 Mathematical Studies.
Choose subjects that inspire you. Gain qualifications that open doors.
Discover course content, entry requirements, assessment information and future pathways.
Be known
Personal support that keeps you moving forward
You should never feel like a number at Abbeyfield Sixth Form.
Our staff will know your strengths, interests and aspirations. They will recognise your progress and notice when you need encouragement, greater challenge or additional help.
You will be treated as a young adult and trusted to make decisions. In return, we will expect you to attend, participate and take responsibility for your learning.
You will have the space to grow, with a safety net when you need it.
Be ambitious without becoming anonymous.
Be trusted
Help shape your sixth-form experience
Students do not simply attend Abbeyfield Sixth Form. They help to shape it.
Through student leadership, you can organise activities, represent the views of other students, support younger year groups and lead projects that reflect your interests.
Students also take substantial responsibility for producing the sixth-form magazine, developing ideas, creating content and working together to share sixth-form life.
These are meaningful opportunities to develop communication, creativity, teamwork and decision-making.
Your ideas matter. Your contribution makes a difference.
Broaden your horizons
Explore ideas and opportunities beyond the classroom
Your education should extend beyond your chosen subjects.
Our wider academic and enrichment programme introduces you to new ideas, industries and potential careers. Through professional speakers, distinguished visitors and university-style discussions, you will make stronger connections between what you study and where it could take you.
You will be encouraged to ask questions, contribute your views and explore possibilities you may not have considered before.
Think further. Aim higher. Discover what is possible.
Be ready
Prepare for your next step and for adult life
We will help you explore university, apprenticeships, further training and employment, and understand what you need to do to reach your chosen destination.
Through careers events, professional encounters and practical guidance, you will learn to make informed decisions and present yourself with confidence.
You will also develop practical skills for adult life, from managing your time and wellbeing to communicating professionally. Every student will leave Abbeyfield Sixth Form able to prepare at least three meals, one simple but meaningful example of genuine independence.
Leave with qualifications, confidence, experience and a plan.
Belong
Work hard, contribute and enjoy the experience
Sixth form should be ambitious, rewarding and memorable.
You will have access to dedicated spaces for independent study, collaboration and time with friends. Social events, student-led activities and celebrations will help you build relationships and enjoy being part of the sixth-form community.
You will also be encouraged to give something back, whether by mentoring younger students, supporting events or sharing your skills and interests with others.
Work hard. Get involved. Enjoy the journey.
The Abbeyfield promise
At Abbeyfield Sixth Form, we will:
- Challenge you to achieve your strongest possible outcomes.
- Know you and understand your individual ambitions.
- Trust you with greater independence and responsibility.
- Support you when you need help to move forward.
- Broaden your horizons through enrichment and leadership.
- Prepare you for your next step and adult life.
- Celebrate you and the contribution you make.
In return, we will expect you to participate, contribute and take increasing responsibility for your future.
At Abbeyfield, you can be ambitious without becoming anonymous and independent without being left unsupported.
Come to Abbeyfield Sixth Form and #BecomeYourBest.