Welcome to Lift Ryde

Welcome to Ryde Academy Sixth Form where every student is valued for their unique talents and ambitions. We pride ourselves on offering a supportive and challenging environment with outstanding facilities and dedicated staff committed to helping our students succeed. Whether your path leads to university, apprenticeships, or employment, we equip you with the skills and confidence needed for your future.

Mrs Jane Smith
Head of Sixth Form

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Academy sponsor led

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,431 Total

No. of Boys

705 (49.3%)

No. of Girls

726 (50.7%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

6.3%

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

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

1.29%

A*/A grades

10.32%


Leavers’ Destinations

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

54%

School

70%

England

Higher Apprenticeships

0%

School

1%

England

Higher education or training

School:59%
England:73%

Top 3rd of higher education institutions

School:3%
England:23%

...of which Russell Group

School:5%
England:21%

...of which Oxford/Cambridge

School:0%
England:1%

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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Planning ahead for school holidays 2025? Below are the Ealing term dates and the half-term dates 2024/25.

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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Sixth Form Open Evening

Oct 15

Application Deadline

Jan 31

Taster Day

Mar 20

Enrolment Day

Aug 10


Alumni Stories

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Sarah Williams

September 2018

Employed

Sarah joined a marketing agency directly after Sixth Form, quickly progressing due to the strong communication skills and work ethic developed at Ryde Academy.

Emily Turner

September 2020

University

Emily went on to study Medicine at the University of Southampton after excelling in her Biology and Chemistry A-levels at Ryde Academy.

Michael Foster

September 2019

Apprenticeship

Michael secured an engineering apprenticeship with a local firm, gaining practical skills while continuing his education part-time.


Enrichment Activities

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Our enrichment programme offers a diverse range of activities designed to develop skills beyond the classroom and enrich students’ Sixth Form experience.

Debate Club

Enhance public speaking and critical thinking skills.

Polish & Etiquette

Learn social graces and professional presentation.

Sports Leadership

Opportunities to lead and organise school sports events.

Volunteering

Engage with community projects and charities.

About School

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityIsle of Wight
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed