Welcome to Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College
Welcome from the College LeadersHere at Sandbach College, everything we do is underpinned by our three core pillars: Academics, Community and Enrichment. Together, these shape the unique Sandbach College experience and ensure our students leave us with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to achieve their goals and make a positive difference in the world.At Sandbach College, we are proud of our excellent record of academic achievement. Our students achieve outstanding results that open doors to the very best opportunities. Many of our students go on to study at university, many attending Russell Group institutions including Oxford and Cambridge. A growing number of students take up higher level and degree apprenticeships or enter the workplace with confidence and ambition.Our college is a welcoming and inclusive place where every student feels valued. With a diverse student body drawn from many different backgrounds, we celebrate individuality while building a strong sense of belonging. Alongside this, we provide a comprehensive support network, including dedicated careers guidance, UCAS support, and outstanding pastoral care to ensure every student is equipped to succeed both academically and personally.We believe education is about more than just results. Our students benefit from a wide range of enrichment opportunities that allow them to thrive. Whether this be joining our Stoke City or TASS sports programmes, training as a Peer Mentor or Academic Tutor, contributing to our College Sun student newspaper, competing in the F1 in Schools programme, learning practical life skills such as cooking on a budget, or even picking up a new language like Italian, there is something for everyone. We are equally proud of our vibrant student-led societies, including our popular Film Club, which reflects the creativity and enthusiasm of our community.We are also passionate about preparing the leaders of the future. Students at Sandbach College have access to a wide variety of leadership opportunities, from joining our formal leadership team and supporting younger students in lower school, to taking on the role of subject ambassador or playing an active part in our Student Union (SCSU). The Student Union not only works to improve the college experience for all, but also organises a range of events that bring our community together and showcase the strength of student voice.We warmly invite you to explore our website and discover what makes Sandbach College such a special place to learn and grow.Mr A Ford (Head of College) and Mr Abbotson (Director of Sixth Form)
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School Type
Academy converter
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Girls
No. of Students
1,358 Total
No. of Boys
16 (1.2%)
No. of Girls
1,342 (98.8%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
22.7%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
6.2%
A*/A grades
29.34%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
88%
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
59%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
10%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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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
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 13
Half Term 2
Feb 23 - Mar 27
Summer
2 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 13 - May 22
Half Term 2
Jun 1 - Jul 20
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Holiday
Dec 22 - Jan 2
Spring Half Term
Feb 16 - Feb 20
Spring Break
Mar 30 - Apr 10
May Half Term
May 25 - May 29
Summer Holiday
Jul 21 - Aug 31
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