Welcome to Sandy Secondary School
Sandy Secondary School Sixth Form: Nurturing Potential, Achieving ExcellenceOur Sixth Form offers a personal and ambitious educational experience. Despite our small size, we empower students to excel, leading them to successful careers, high-level apprenticeships, and prestigious university placements.Our dedicated Sixth Form facilities include a spacious study area, common room, cafeteria, and garden. Students also have access to various resources, from art and photography studios to science labs and computer suites.We encourage independent learning, allowing students to manage their additional study time. Our security system ensures safety while granting access to facilities. We are committed to your success and provide robust support systems.Joining our Sixth Form means becoming part of a dynamic environment where professionals challenge, support, and develop students. We focus on academic excellence and personal growth.
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Foundation school
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,214 Total
No. of Boys
623 (51.3%)
No. of Girls
591 (48.7%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
17.3%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
1.14%
A*/A grades
7.95%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
80%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
4%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
38%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
3%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Admissions Process
Start ApplicationKey Dates & Deadlines
Nov 13, 2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Autumn
2 terms
Half Term 1
Sep 1 - Oct 24
Half Term 2
Nov 3 - Dec 19
Spring
2 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Feb 13
Half Term 2
Feb 23 - Mar 27
Summer
2 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 13 - May 4
Half Term 2
May 25 - Jul 20
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Holidays
Dec 20 - Jan 2
Spring Half Term
Feb 16 - Feb 20
Easter Holidays
Mar 28 - Apr 12
May Bank Holiday
May 4 - May 4
Spring Bank Holiday
May 25 - May 25
Alumni Stories
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