Welcome to Gillingham School
We have an experienced and dedicated team ready to support you in achieving your academic aspirations and personal goals. Studying in the Sixth Form involves taking greater responsibility for your own learning, and we will equip you with the skills needed to become an independent and successful learner.The Sixth Form Team: Here to Support YouThe Tutor Team will support you daily by providing guidance, along with a dedicated Pastoral Team focused on your overall wellbeing.Through our Future Routes Programme, you will receive high-quality advice for life beyond Sixth Form, including the information you need to apply to university, pursue a career, or secure an apprenticeship.We look forward to welcoming you into our Sixth Form community and supporting you as you fulfil your potential and prepare for the next stage of your life.Left to right: A Newman (Head of Year), T Whyntie (Pastoral Support), O Worthington-Richards (Director of Sixth Form), M Lake (Head of Year), M Marshall (Assistant Headteacher), S Compton (Assistant Head of Year), J Stirk (Pastoral Support)
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,670 Total
No. of Boys
853 (51.1%)
No. of Girls
817 (48.9%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
18.1%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
8.06%
A*/A grades
20.26%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
85%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
3%
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
2%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Exciting Updates Ahead!
We're currently gearing up to offer you a full list of our courses. Stay tuned — amazing learning opportunities are on their way very soon. Thank you for your interest and enthusiasm!
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Exciting Events Ahead!
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Admissions Process
Go to School Website| Nov 2025 |
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Sixth Form Open Evening |
Key Dates & Deadlines
Nov 20, 2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
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Alumni Stories
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Major George Harrison
September 2021
University
Gillingham School to the British Army
Not long ago, George walked the same corridors as you. After leaving Gillingham School at 16, he joined the British Army, became a Rifleman at 17, and served two tours in Afghanistan. Driven to do more, he passed the Army Officer Selection Board, trained at Sandhurst, and earned the Sovereign’s Medal. His career has since included peacekeeping missions and work with the Ministry of Defence. Today, George is a husband, father, Parish Councillor, and soon-to-be graduate of the University of Reading, a reminder that ambition and resilience can take you anywhere. George learned in the Army that leadership is about serving others, whether on the field, in class, or in your community, lead with kindness, respect, and approachability.
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About School
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |