Welcome to Queensbury Academy

Being part of the sixth form is both an exciting and challenging experience for students. It involves greater freedom and choice, provides new opportunities and allows students to develop their own identity whilst being part of the Queensbury community.We aim to create opportunities for students to become confident and ambitious learners, who embrace challenges and strive to exceed their potential. Students who study with us experience a supportive environment and are well equipped to deal with the demands of sixth form study, whilst being given a platform to flourish. We are very proud of our students’ achievements in sixth form over recent years, with many attending top universities.Our sixth form offers a broad range of subjects with a mix of traditional A-Levels and vocational qualifications, alongside fantastic facilities. We believe in academic achievements but also know that becoming a well-rounded sixth form student is equally important in helping students progress as they make important decisions about their futures. We ensure all learners are aware of the options available to them and work with students to guide them in the right direction as they take the next steps as young adults.Mr YarnellAssistant Headteacher (Sixth Form)

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Academies

Suitable Ages

11 to 19

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,154 Total

No. of Boys

585 (50.7%)

No. of Girls

569 (49.3%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

4.9%

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

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

3.8%

A*/A grades

11.96%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

88%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

1%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:45%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:40%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:2%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:N/A
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

57%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

4%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:89%
England:63%

Further education

School:3%
England:4%

Employment

School:24%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:6%
England:26%


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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Application Window

Sixth Form Open Evening

Student Interviews & Conditional Offers Made

Post 16 Discussions

Sixth Form Induction Day

GCSE Results Day and Enrolment

Key Dates & Deadlines

Nov 27, 2025

Sixth Form Open Evening

Nov 27, 2025

Opening of Application for September 2026

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 2025/2026 academic year.

Autumn

2 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 1 - Oct 24

Half Term 2

Nov 3 - Dec 19

Spring

2 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Feb 13

Half Term 2

Feb 23 - Mar 27

Summer

2 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 13 - May 4

Half Term 2

May 25 - Jul 20

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Christmas Holidays

Dec 20 - Jan 2

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

Easter Holidays

Mar 28 - Apr 12

May Bank Holiday

May 4 - May 4

Spring Bank Holiday

May 25 - May 25


Alumni Stories

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Updates Coming Soon!

We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.


Enrichment Activities

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We provide enrichment opportunities for students to accompany their studies.

Work Experience
Sixth Form Service Scheme
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

About School

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityCentral Bedfordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed