
St Bernard's High School
Milton Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 7JS
01702343583
sixthformadmissions@stbernards.southend.sch.uk
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A warm welcome to St Bernard's High School
We are a school that is proud of its history and committed to delivering to our young people an educational experience that excites and inspires. The students and staff here at St Bernard's are incredible and I feel privileged to lead such a special place of education, nurturing and fulfilment.
High expectations and educational standards alongside all-encompassing pastoral care make St Bernard's more than a school - we are a family! We recognise and seek to further develop, deepen and nurture the individual talents and abilities of all the students we serve. We prioritise getting to know our students (and families) as we understand our role in helping and guiding our young people towards their chosen paths, enabling them to have professionally and personally fulfilling lives.
St Bernard's is a very special place. We fully understand the importance of providing our young people with a holistic education which cherishes the spiritual and supports academic excellence across the full ability range of our school community. We are committed to living our mission statement, “Love one another as I have loved you”, as we enjoy and celebrate the strong relationships which have built and sustained our diverse community.
Helen Barnes
Headteacher
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Admissions Process
Quick Apply| Dec 2025 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2026 | Mar 2026 | Apr 2026 | May 2026 | Jun 2026 | Jul 2026 | Aug 2026 |
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Sixth Form Applications Open | Conditional Offers with Students | Induction Day | Enrolment | |||||
Key Dates & Deadlines
04/12/2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
20/02/2026
Sixth Form Applications Close
24/04/2026
Deadline to Accept/Reject Conditional Offer
30/06/2026
Year 12 Induction Day
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Enrichment Activities
Show all activitiesIn line with our school ethos, students also attend regular general Religious Studies lessons where they have opportunities to explore moral and ethical issues such as euthanasia and crime and punishment. They also look at things that religious people take part in across different religions such as pilgrimage and festivals.
Students have the chance to explore a topic in depth and develop the skills needed to write an extended project based piece. This is offered to all students.
Students benefit from time as a group with their form tutors each morning where they complete a range of activities including careers guidance, wider academic reading, tutor review meetings and prayer.
The Sports Leader Award inspires young people to lead groups in safe sporting and recreational activity, encouraging responsibility for others, developing organisational and communication skills and instilling confidence in people for whom leading groups in sporting activities is a new experience.
Head Student and Deputy Head Students apply, interview and then campaign in the Spring Term of Year 12. The team are elected as a result of a whole school vote giving students experience of democracy and an election process. A range of roles and responsibilities allow every student to demonstrate leadership and develop the skills necessary for the workplace or further study.
Welcome Ministry is a unique role where Sixth Form students can take on the responsibility of welcoming and ensuring the safety of students coming into the school in the mornings. Academically able Sixth Form students may also be offered the opportunity to become Subject Mentors where they will work with GCSE students to provide additional subject coaching and intervention.
A bespoke programme of Careers, Education and Guidance is provided for our students, offering a range of experiences designed to prepare them for their options once they leave us.
A comprehensive series of lessons cover a range of topics such as study skills, first aid, gambling, sexism and misogyny, internet safety, danger of carrying weapons, mental health and wellbeing, dementia and FGM. This is taught through out timetabled enrichment sessions.
We have taught sessions to support you in the transition from KS4 to KS5 as this is the biggest academic jump you will make. The year continues with engaging speakers, PSHE sessions, EPQ support, global citizenship learning and preparing you for life after sixth form.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | |
| Address | Milton Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 7JS |
FAQs
Please email sixthformadmissions@stbernards.southend.sch.uk with any changes
via Applicaa, follow the link from the St Bernards website
Friday 20th February 2026
Tuesday 30 June 2026
A grade 5 in English Language and 4 in Maths, however a number of the subjects have their own entry requirements, please check the course guide for these
No, students must have completed the application process