Welcome to Burnside College

We are thrilled that you are considering Burnside College to further your studies and am committed to helping you succeed. Burnside Sixth Form College in Wallsend was recognised by Ofsted as outstanding and a beacon of excellence in our last inspection. Students within school and across North Tyneside have the opportunity to continue their journey with us as they take their next steps in education.

The number of students continuing at Burnside Sixth Form College is increasing year on year and we take students from other schools across North Tyneside because of our reputation for success.

Our results place Burnside Sixth Form College in the top 5% nationally and the average grade students achieve is B+. We ensure that all of our students choose the right courses and are successful.

Students can look forward to tailored teaching that ensures rapid progress is made in all of their subjects. We offer a personalised approach to your studies in a supportive environment, providing both academic and vocational pathways.

It is an exciting time to join Burnside Sixth Form College as we continue our outstanding journey of success. Students complete their studies as young adults, ready to make the right decisions about their future.

Not only do we support you in your academic studies and progression routes, but we also provide you with enrichment opportunities to make you stand out on future applications. Our prospectus contains a range of information to help you make an informed decision for your future pathway 

Show full message

Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Foundation school

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

959 Total

No. of Boys

485 (50.6%)

No. of Girls

474 (49.4%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

10.2%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

5.94%

A*/A grades

23.76%


Leavers’ Destinations

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

74%

School

70%

England

Higher Apprenticeships

0%

School

1%

England

Higher education or training

School:74%
England:73%

Top 3rd of higher education institutions

School:19%
England:23%

...of which Russell Group

School:19%
England:21%

...of which Oxford/Cambridge

School:0%
England:1%


Exciting Events Ahead!

A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.

Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.


Admissions Process

Start Application

Updates Coming Soon!

A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.

Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.


Alumni Stories

Show all stories

Updates Coming Soon!

We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.


Enrichment Activities

Show all activities
The sixth form aims to prepare students for life after school and this is achieved by an array of extra-curricular activities. These offer support to build confidence, personal skills and experience alongside your studies. Enrichment activities are wide ranging and students enjoy various residential visits and the opportunity to develop new skills and talents.

Mentoring

Work Experience week

STEM Activities

Cambridge University Residential

NUFC Building Skills Day

About School

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityNorth Tyneside
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed