Welcome to Ringwood School Academy

Welcome to Ringwood Sixth FormAn outstanding environment full of challenges and opportunities, both academic and personal. We have high expectations for all students and provide an environment which is intellectually stimulating and supportive. We embrace challenges and develop self-confidence and independence through flexible programmes of study and close working relationships between students and staff. Beyond their studies, we expect students to immerse themselves in the wide range of opportunities on offer so that they develop as responsible, confident global citizens. Andy Walbrin - Director of Sixth Form Firmly established over many years, the excellent reputation of Ringwood Sixth Form is well-deserved. It is a thriving, highly successful Sixth Form and a fantastic place for young people to learn and develop.

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,626 Total

No. of Boys

828 (50.9%)

No. of Girls

798 (49.1%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

20.9%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

9.52%

A*/A grades

25.4%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

91%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

4%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:42%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:48%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:1%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:N/A
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

52%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

7%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:91%
England:63%

Further education

School:1%
England:4%

Employment

School:30%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:7%
England:26%

Exciting Updates Ahead!

We're currently gearing up to offer you a full list of our courses. Stay tuned — amazing learning opportunities are on their way very soon. Thank you for your interest and enthusiasm!


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

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Key Dates & Deadlines

Oct 15, 2025

Open Evening

Nov 30, 2025

Application Deadline

Aug 12, 2026

Enrollment 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 3 - Dec 18

Spring

1 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Mar 27

Summer

1 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 13 - Jul 22

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

Easter Holiday

Mar 30 - Apr 10

Summer Half Term

May 25 - May 29

Summer Holiday

Jul 23 - Aug 31


Alumni Stories

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We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.


Enrichment Activities

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We are absolutely delighted to be able to introduce you to your Post -16 enrichment programme. It is an integral part of your Post- 16 programme of study and compulsory for all students in Year 12. All Post – 16 programmes of study must offer the opportunity to develop your character, skills and confidence in areas outside of your chosen academic studies. We believe that our programme will enhance your studies and give you the opportunity to prepare yourselves for employment or higher levels of study

Foreign Film Club
Sign Language
Self Defense

About School

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityHampshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed