Welcome to Shire Oak Academy
Welcome to Shire Oak Academy Sixth FormWe are delighted to welcome you to Shire Oak Academy Sixth Form. This marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in your educational journey. Our Sixth Form is fully committed to providing a supportive, challenging, and enriching environment.We encourage you to embrace every opportunity, contribute positively to our Sixth Form community, and make informed decisions about your future. Together, we will work to ensure your time here is both successful and inspiring.Turn your potential into Excellence. #beIncredible
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,297 Total
No. of Boys
647 (49.9%)
No. of Girls
650 (50.1%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
0.0%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
3.54%
A*/A grades
9.09%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
79%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
7%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
47%
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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Exciting Events Ahead!
A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.
Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.
Admissions Process
Quick ApplyKey Dates & Deadlines
Nov 17, 2025
Application Window Opens
Nov 20, 2025
Open Evening
Feb 22, 2026
Application Window Closed
Feb 23, 2026
Application Interviews Begin
Jun 19, 2026
6th Form Taster Day
Aug 20, 2026
Enrolment Day
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
1 terms
Half Term 1
Sep 1 - Dec 19
Spring
1 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Mar 27
Summer
1 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 13 - Jul 20
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Spring Half Term
Feb 16 - Feb 20
Summer Half Term
May 25 - May 29
Alumni Stories
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Updates Coming Soon!
We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.
Enrichment Activities
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About School
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Mixed |