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 SmithHead of Sixth Form
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
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 GCSEs
Staying in education
83%
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
31%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
6%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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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!
Events
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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
Go to School Website| Oct 2025 |
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Sixth Form Open Evening |
Key Dates & Deadlines
Oct 15, 2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
Jan 31, 2026
Application Deadline
Mar 20, 2026
Taster Day
Aug 10, 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 - Oct 20
Spring
1 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Mar 27
Summer
1 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 13 - Jul 27
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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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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About School
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Isle of Wight |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |