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Welcome to Herefordshire, Ludlow and North Shropshire College

We're proud of our exceptionally long history of providing high quality academic educationLudlow Sixth Form College are proud of the many students who have gone on to achieve outstanding results at the country’s best universities. Currently ranked 10th out of 290 A Level providers in the country, we offer all the ‘facilitating’ subjects favoured by the UK’s elite Russell Group universities. A friendly and thriving community of experienced, well-educated academic staff, we are fully committed to your success. And by offering small class sizes, we are able to provide an exceptionally high level of individual support to help you realise your potential. We are the only college in the area to offer a timetable suited to the demands of young people living in our rural community, who often face long daily journeys. You’ll learn in a range of superb buildings, which date from the Middle Ages to the 21st century and which have undergone extensive improvement and development in recent years. Ludlow is a lively, buzzing market town with plenty of options for food and drink, surrounded by the beautiful countryside of south Shropshire and the Welsh Marches. Let us inspire and empower you to choose your next step in your educational journey.

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Colleges

Suitable Ages

16 to 99

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

0 Total

No. of Boys

0 (0%)

No. of Girls

0 (0%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

N/A

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

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

5.1%

A*/A grades

14.97%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

10%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

12%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:76%
England:63%

Further education

School:6%
England:4%

Employment

School:48%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:17%
England:26%


Exciting Events Ahead!

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


Admissions Process

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Ludlow Sixth Form College Open Event

Ludlow Sixth Form College Open Event

Ludlow Sixth Form College Open Event

Key Dates & Deadlines

Oct 23, 2025

Ludlow Sixth Form College Open Event

Nov 25, 2025

Ludlow Sixth Form College Open Event

Jan 24, 2026

Ludlow Sixth Form College Open Event


Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Autumn

1 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 1 - Dec 19

Spring

1 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Mar 27

Summer

1 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 13 - Jul 20

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

May Half Term

May 25 - May 29


Alumni Stories

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Charlie Webb

September 2020

University

Former Ludlow Sixth Form College student, Charlie Webb, achieves notable success. Lord Mansfield Scholarship from the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn.

John Gunner

September 2019

Apprenticeship

John progressed to a Data Science degree apprenticeship with British Airways.

Yvonne Riley

September 2014

Employed

Pursuing a career in Engineering, Yvonne is currently an Assistant Engineer at Stantec, consulting on flood mitigation, costal resilience and nature based solutions for UK infrastructure projects.


Enrichment Activities

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Our Student Enrichment Team are here to help support you through your college experience. The Team organise a wide variety of interesting talks and relevant events throughout the year, as well as lunch time clubs.

Music Club
Anyone for a jam? Bring in your own instrument or tinkle the ivories down in the music room. It’s available through the week for impromptu music-making.
Volunteering
Volunteer as a Student Ambassador or Councillor in college or take your skills out into the community. Build confidence and meet new people. Experience all the mental and physical health benefits of doing something for others. Take your mind off things and focus on something new. Gain a sense of accomplishment and enhance your CV and personal statement with high quality, transferable skills and experience. Have a positive impact in your community!
Badminton
Fancy showing off your net kills, smashes and hairpin net shots? Nets, racquets and shuttlecocks are provided for badminton in the Sports Hall, available at various slots through the College week.

About School

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityHerefordshire, County of
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed