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Welcome to The Aylesbury Vale Academy

The Post-16 phase of education is one of the most exciting times of your academic journey. At the AVA Sixth Form, we provide you with the chance to fully develop your academic abilities, interpersonal skills, and play an important role in the school community. Our focus on achieving your personal best is at the core of everything we do, both in the classroom and outside of it. We believe our students should be role models for others, embodying our core values that are supportive, strong, and successful. We celebrate their successes at every opportunity, ensuring they feel supported in every step of their journey.Life at The AVA Sixth Form is dynamic, inspiring, and fulfilling. You will have the chance to take part in various enrichment activities that not only help you stand out in future applications but also build valuable skills for later in life. You will also receive expert advice on your options after sixth form, helping you make the right choices for your future, whether that is university, an apprenticeship, or work.If you aim to do your best and take advantage of the opportunities available to you, you will be well-prepared for whatever path you choose after sixth form. You will have the full support of our dedicated teachers and pastoral staff, who will help you grow both academically and personally. Our goal is for you to leave as confident, responsible, and inspiring individuals—strong in character, supported in your journey, and successful in achieving your aspirations. You will be equipped with the skills needed for your future plans, having consistently achieved your personal best throughout your sixth form experience.SIXTH FORM PROSPECTUS 2026 - CLICK HERE

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Academy sponsor led

Suitable Ages

3 to 19

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,831 Total

No. of Boys

909 (49.6%)

No. of Girls

922 (50.4%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

6.8%

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

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

0.0%

A*/A grades

0.0%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

86%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

5%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:47%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:38%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:N/A
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:0%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

50%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

0%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:79%
England:63%

Further education

School:0%
England:4%

Employment

School:29%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:11%
England:26%



Admissions Process

Quick Apply

Key Dates & Deadlines

Jan 12, 2026

Application Portal Opens

Apr 30, 2026

Applications Close

Aug 20, 2026

GCSE Results Day


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

1 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 4 - Dec 19

Spring

1 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Mar 27

Summer

1 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 13 - Jul 22

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Christmas Holiday

Dec 22 - Jan 2

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

Easter Holiday

Mar 30 - Apr 10

Summer Half Term

May 25 - May 29

Summer Holiday

Jul 23 - Aug 31


Alumni Stories

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Enrichment Activities

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About School

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityBuckinghamshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed