Welcome to Sixth Form

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Welcome to Sixth Form

Joining our Sixth Form is about far more than achieving excellent A Level results. It is about becoming a confident, independent and intellectually curious young adult, ready to thrive at university, in the workplace and beyond.

Building on the strong academic foundations developed throughout the school, our Sixth Form combines outstanding teaching, smaller class sizes and personalised support with a wealth of co-curricular opportunities that develop leadership, creativity and resilience. Students are challenged to think independently, pursue their passions and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Whether studying the Arts, Humanities or Sciences, students benefit from specialist teachers, exceptional facilities and a vibrant Sixth Form community that encourages ambition, collaboration and personal growth.

By the time they leave Birkenhead School, our students are not only academically successful but also resourceful, self-assured and prepared to make a positive difference in the world.

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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Careers Support

Careers Support

Read about our Birkenhead Futures Programme which is designed to prepare students for Higher Education and the world of work.

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University Support

University Support

Read more about the specialist support available for University applications.

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Apprenticeship Support

Apprenticeship Support

Read more about the support available for students seeking Higher Level Apprenticeships after leaving Birkenhead School.

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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.

Book a Taster Day

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.

Sixth Form Admissions

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.

Open Events