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Welcome to Marling School

It is a privilege to lead and work with the Sixth Formers here at Marling School. Combining the best traditional values of an excellent grammar school with the forward thinking innovation of a modern college, students here go on to achieve great success. Our curriculum is carefully chosen and matched to our ethos and academic standards, offering over 30 different A Levels and breadth options, enrichment and a commitment to the whole person. 

All students joining us in Y12 are new to the Sixth Form. One of the greatest strengths is the wide range of schools from which our students come and the diversity of interests, talent and aspirations that make the Sixth Form such a thriving environment. Students achieve above and beyond their targets here at Marling - something I’m incredibly proud of. So, no matter whether you’re looking to join us with a mixture of grade 6s and 7s or grade 8s and 9s, you’ll receive the support, challenge and opportunities to make your dreams a reality. 

I sincerely hope you choose to visit us to get a flavour of all we have to offer. You will be assured of a warm welcome and a friendly greeting. 

Ms Louise Harris - Head of Sixth Form

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Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Boys

No. of Students

1,117 Total

No. of Boys

1,026 (91.9%)

No. of Girls

91 (8.1%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

35.7%

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

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

13.98%

A*/A grades

38.54%


Leavers’ Destinations

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

74%

School

70%

England

Higher Apprenticeships

0%

School

1%

England

Higher education or training

School:77%
England:73%

Top 3rd of higher education institutions

School:32%
England:23%

...of which Russell Group

School:31%
England:21%

...of which Oxford/Cambridge

School:1%
England:1%


Exciting Events Ahead!

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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Sixth Form Open Evening

Nov 20

Online applications for September 2026

Nov 21

Applications close

Feb 13

Discovery Day

Feb 13


Alumni Stories

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Glory

September 2025

University

Glory is delighted to be going to LSE to read politics and International relations. She said: ‘It’s been hard work but worth it. I am so excited about going to study at the London School of Economics in London. Today is a great day!’

Charlotte

September 2025

University

Charlotte Jones is going to read History at Exeter, having achieved A*AA. She said: ‘I am so excited about starting my future and am really pleased with what I’ve achieved. It’s lovely to see so many happy people here this morning and to be one of them!’

Chanelle

September 2025

University

Chanelle Wood achieved AAB grades to secure a competitive place studying physiotherapy at Birmingham. She was delighted with her results. She said ‘I was so nervous this morning because this is what I set my hopes on. I feel so happy and relieved. I can’t wait to get started!’


Enrichment Activities

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Becoming a Sixth Former at Marling is not only about achieving good grades - it is also about embracing opportunities that will help students to grow as individuals as well as to develop the kinds of skills that universities and employers are looking for. Our students do this by completing the Marling Diamond programme, which brings together a wide range of super-curricular and extra-curricular clubs and societies, including sport, debating, drama, music and an evolving list of student-led activities.

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About School

RegionSouth West
Local AuthorityGloucestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeBoys