Welcome to Sixth Form

Sunday Times Schools Guide 2025 - Independent Secondary School of the Year North West

Welcome to Sixth Form

Our Sixth Form is where we continue to develop the pursuit of academic excellence and intellectual curiosity fostered throughout the school.

We are immensely proud of our examination results at A Level and, alongside outstanding teaching, the wealth of opportunities afforded to our students.  Indeed, being a member of the Sixth Form here is about so much more than academic success, and we offer a vast range of co-curricular activities designed to encourage creativity, self-discipline and leadership.

We aim to teach our Sixth Formers to be independent thinkers and to develop a life-long love of learning.  In order to provide as broad an educational experience as possible, students are afforded the opportunity to study four subjects in their Lower Sixth year, although the majority will opt to pursue three from the outset.  Lessons are taught by specialists with a passion for their subject and, in order to provide a highly personal level of tuition, the size of teaching groups is kept deliberately small, ensuring that all our students receive the bespoke guidance and support they need.

Whether their interests lie in the Arts and Humanities, the Sciences, or both, superb facilities and excellent resources allow students to excel in their chosen field.  In addition, they enjoy their own impressive and modern Sixth Form Centre, boasting study rooms, a small library, as well as its own snack bar and social space.

At Birkenhead School, we pride ourselves on our strong sense of community, and that so many students continue to maintain links with us after leaving, is a testament to the idea of family to which we are so committed.  We believe that, when they leave us, Birkonians are confident, independent and resourceful individuals, fully prepared for university and the world of work.

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The Curriculum

The Curriculum

Our A Level programme offers exceptional breadth, incorporating a wide range of subjects highly favoured by Russell Group universities. This diverse curriculum equips students with the academic rigor and flexibility needed to pursue their aspirations in higher education and beyond.

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Sixth Form School Day

Sixth Form School Day

Life in the Sixth Form is designed to allow students greater freedom so that they develop greater levels of independence, autonomy, and have opportunities to seize the wide range of opportunities available.

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Sixth Form Pastoral Care

Sixth Form Pastoral Care

We place great importance and value on the pastoral support offered to all students. As a Sixth Form team, we aim to create a caring environment where students are valued for who they are and not simply for what they do.

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Sixth Form Co-Curricular

Sixth Form Co-Curricular

At Birkenhead School, we provide a holistic education that distinguishes our students. Our extensive Co-Curricular programme in the Sixth Form encourages each student to discover and develop their unique interests, whether in music, sports, drama, or other areas.

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Taster Days

A Taster Day  is the perfect way to see for yourself what a friendly and purposeful place Birkenhead School it is.  You’ll always receive a warm welcome and surely there’s no better way of discovering what our Sixth Form is really like than by spending some time in our company.

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Sixth Form Admissions

Ms Hopper, Sixth Form Admissions, will be delighted to organise a visit to the School and talk you through the opportunities available for Taster Days and upcoming Open Events.

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Visit Us

There really is something special about our school community and we encourage you to come along to one of our Open Events or book a visit  to discover what more we can offer. We want you to feel, happy, prepared and confident, knowing that your child will be warmly welcomed to our School.

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Sixth Form Options Evening

-Thursday 30th January 2025 – 6.00pm – 8.00pm

Senior Assessment Days

-September 2025 Entry (Year 6 applicants) – 20th, 21st & 22nd January 2025

Prep Taster Days

Various dates available throughout January and February 2025