Welcome to The Robert Smyth Academy
Robert Smyth Academy Sixth Form has consistently achieved results well above national averages and this has a lot to do with the invigorating and challenging learning context we have created.We firmly believe that a robust, vibrant and engaging learning community is the best context in which individuals can flourish. Our Sixth Form offers the opportunities, the facilities and the platform for those who wish to succeed. We are looking forward to the exciting prospects for future students, knowing that each year amazing individuals contribute to the strength of the Robert Smyth Academy Sixth Form experience for all.
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Academy converter
Suitable Ages
11 to 19
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,277 Total
No. of Boys
634 (49.6%)
No. of Girls
643 (50.4%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
31.8%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
2.47%
A*/A grades
17.75%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
89%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
4%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
58%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
2%
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
Start Application| Sep 2025 | Oct 2025 | Nov 2025 | Dec 2025 | Jan 2026 |
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Key Dates & Deadlines
Nov 12, 2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
Nov 19, 2025
Open Morning
Jan 13, 2026
Open Morning
Jan 31, 2026
Application Deadline
Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Autumn
2 terms
Half Term 1
Sep 1 - Oct 24
Half Term 2
Nov 1 - Dec 20
Spring
2 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Feb 14
Half Term 2
Feb 22 - Mar 31
Summer
2 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 19 - May 28
Half Term 2
Jun 7 - Jul 21
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Break
Dec 21 - Jan 4
Spring Half Term
Feb 15 - Feb 19
Easter Break
Apr 1 - Apr 18
Summer Half Term
May 29 - Jun 5
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Updates Coming Soon!
We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.
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About School
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |