Your first choice after school

What makes us different is not only our wide range of A Level subjects on offer compared to other schools in South Devon, but you can also study the new T Levels. Whether you choose an academic or work-focused path, you will have a fulfilling experience and nationally recognised qualifications that will make your CV or university application stand out. With no students below Year 9, the College environment here will feel a world apart from school. Our students tell us that they enjoy being treated like adults by friendly tutors, while also having excellent support on hand, whether it’s for studying or personal circumstances. The student experience is tailored to you, and we’re focused on providing you with a wide range of opportunities, both during and after your studies.

Year on year, we consistently see around 75% of students continue their studies at university, with 40% of those securing places in Russell Group Universities around the UK. But at South Devon College’s Sixth Form, your path to higher education is closer than you might think with South Devon University Centre being next door. South Devon University Centre was reaccredited with a Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Gold award in 2023. This is the highest level possible within the TEF framework, and recognises outstanding teaching within our university-level curriculum. The 2020 HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey has shown that South Devon College supports more undergraduates into full-time skilled employment than any other college in the South West through the University Centre. When ranked nationally, South Devon College places third. This means your studying experience will be the best around and lead you onto an incredibly successful future.

South Devon College offers a wide range of opportunities for school leavers, including academic study within a dedicated Sixth Form. This provides exceptional results for those studying their A Levels, with 2025 seeing a 99% pass rate.

Five reasons to choose sixth form

• The College achieved an exceptional 99% overall pass rate in 2025 and ranks as one of the highest for A Level progress in Torbay.
• You can get personal support with any UCAS applications.
• You can choose from a range of extra-curricular opportunities, including the Model UN, debating society, and sports clubs.
• There’s a wide range of subjects to choose from.
• You’ll get a fresh start and meet new friends in a dynamic environment.