Welcome to Samuel Ward Academy
I am delighted to welcome you to Samuel Ward Sixth Form.Choosing your Sixth Form provision is just the start of an exciting and transformative journey. The Sixth Form experience shapes the person you will become and informs the next stage of your learning and future career.It is my commitment that the refreshed Sixth Form at Samuel Ward Academy will represent the very best we have to offer as a school – prospective Sixth Formers can look forward to high quality enrichment opportunities, engaging academic and vocational courses, leadership roles across the whole school and much more besides. Over the past months there has been significant investment in the leadership, curriculum, facilities and resources to ensure that for the Samuel Ward Sixth Form is an integral part of our warm, welcoming school, at the heart of our community and committed to creating rich and fulfilling futures for everyone.We ensure that our students aspire to be their very best, tackle challenges bravely and work together with compassion to build an inclusive community in which each individual can flourish.These three values are central to all that we do, underpinned by our well-planned curriculum and excellent pastoral care. We want to support our sixth form students so they can develop the independence needed to reach their full potential, make a positive contribution to society and lead enriching and interesting lives.Our aim is to provide an excellent education, excellent care and excellent opportunities as part of an ‘all-through’ education; from early years to A-Levels. As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we work closely with colleagues in other schools and Sixth Forms across the region to share best practice and develop innovative approaches.At Samuel Ward Sixth Form we really want to make a difference to young people, and we very much look forward to welcoming you and your family so that you can become one of our many successes of the future.Tom JohnstonHeadteacherSamuel Ward Academy and Sixth Form
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Academies
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,152 Total
No. of Boys
582 (50.5%)
No. of Girls
570 (49.5%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
7.0%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
0.0%
A*/A grades
3.79%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
90%
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
N/A
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
N/A
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Admissions Process
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Key Dates & Deadlines
Oct 1, 2025
Opening of Application for September 2026
Jan 9, 2026
Application Deadline
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
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 12
Half Term 2
Feb 22 - Mar 31
Summer
2 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 19 - May 27
Half Term 2
Jun 6 - Jul 21
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Break
Dec 22 - Jan 2
Spring Half Term
Feb 13 - Feb 19
Easter Break
Apr 1 - Apr 18
Summer Half Term
May 28 - Jun 4
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