Welcome to The Ecclesbourne School
WELCOME FROM THE HEAD OF SIXTH FORMThe role of an outstanding Sixth form is to prepare your child for life beyond school in an every changing and increasingly globalised world. The experience a child receives at 6th form can really shape their lives. These final years of school are an important stepping-stone into further education and life beyond. For those moving onto to university and indeed the job market, it means academic success but also building a body of experience to demonstrate exceptional aptitude. At Ecclesbourne we work hard to ensure students get the best level of structure, challenge, and personal development to suit their needs. We offer an exciting and stimulating curriculum, a supportive pastoral system and a wide range of leadership opportunities for students. Everyone will find they can learn, develop and hone their skills before they make that leap to Higher Education, an Apprenticeship or employment.At Ecclesbourne students excel academically because of high expectations and well-placed motivation from staff. Accompanied by outstanding teaching from specialists in their fields, students are encouraged to be the best they can be.Years 12 and 13 is a period of change, with more focus on independent study and exam results. However, here at Ecclesbourne we are experienced in ensuring that all students, no matter what their starting point or needs, are supported students both academically and in their personal development.Learning at this level and making decisions about the future is challenging for both students and parents. At the school we acknowledge that success is a partnership between the school, the student and parents and so as well as providing support for students we have a regular programme of communication with parents, so they know how best to support their child. Students are provided with excellent information, advice and guidance and as a result qualifications and subjects are well matched to students’ aspirations and abilities.Achievement is excellent and in 2022 72% of A Level students achieved A*-B ( 39% at A*/A) and 89% achieved A*-C.We welcome both current Ecclesbourne students and those from other schools into our sixth form. We will foster ambition and hard work as we want them to become independent learners and fulfil their potential. With the roles of responsibility available we believe all our students will make a positive contribution to the school, local and wider community.DSLHANNAH WELLERHead Of Sixth FormEmailMrs H. WellerAssistant Head Teacher & Head of Sixth Form
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Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,576 Total
No. of Boys
778 (49.4%)
No. of Girls
798 (50.6%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
38.2%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
10.79%
A*/A grades
28.42%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
95%
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
63%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
7%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Admissions Process
Start Application| Oct 2025 |
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Sixth Form Open Evening |
Key Dates & Deadlines
Sep 23, 2025
Year 12 Information Evening
Oct 2, 2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
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 4 - 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 23
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Holiday
Dec 20 - Jan 4
Spring Half Term
Feb 14 - Feb 22
Easter Holiday
Mar 28 - Apr 12
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