Welcome to Clitheroe Royal Grammar School
We are delighted that you are considering CRGS Sixth Form for your A Level studies. The choices you make after Year 11 are important ones and our experienced Sixth Form Team are here to support you through this journey. We are a diverse, welcoming and inclusive community, with approximately 680 students joining us from over 45 different schools. We have a dedicated Sixth Form site with excellent social and study facilities and this contributes to our unique ethos. We aim to strike the balance between providing structure, support and strong pastoral care, whilst encouraging students to develop as independent learners and achieve the high academic standards which will open the door to the widest range of future opportunities. At CRGS Sixth Form, we believe that the Sixth Form experience is more than just about A Levels. We are committed to providing students with a dynamic and engaging education that provides young people with the confidence and experience to become the innovators and leaders of the future. We look forward to welcoming you to our Sixth Form soon.
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,475 Total
No. of Boys
742 (50.3%)
No. of Girls
733 (49.7%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
59.3%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
9.06%
A*/A grades
31.93%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
97%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
2%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
60%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
9%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Admissions Process
Quick ApplyKey Dates & Deadlines
Jan 30, 2026
Application closing date for September 2026 entry
Feb 12, 2026
Sixth Form Options Meeting (in-person and by invitation only)
Feb 24, 2026
Sixth Form Options Meeting (in-person and by invitation only)
Mar 17, 2026
Sixth Form Options Meeting (online and by invitation only)
Mar 20, 2026
A Level Options Deadline
Jun 23, 2026
Sixth Form Preview Event (Conditional Offer holders only)
Jun 25, 2026
Sixth Form Preview Event (Conditional Offer holders only)
Aug 20, 2026
GCSE Results Day
Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
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Enrichment Activities
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FAQs
Students are required to meet the General Entry Requirement of a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 6 with at least GCSE grade 4 in English Language and Maths. In addition, some of our A Level courses have specific entry requirements (please check subject course summary).
