Welcome to Eaton Bank Academy
We are exceptionally proud of our Sixth Form and the quality of education provided for Years 12 and 13. SuccessOur students leave the Sixth Form to study at some of the UK’s and world’s best institutions, including Russell Group universities, Oxbridge and Harvard.For those not going to university, students have achieved local and national Higher-Level Apprenticeships, including with Siemens, Barclays, Fujitsu, the Police…For the latest Sixth Form exam performance data, please click here.SupportWe offer a comprehensive UCAS support programme for students who wish to pursue their studies at university. We work closely with the Cheshire and Warrington Pledge Partnership and deliver a specific support programme for those who wish to secure an apprenticeship. We have links with heads-up, the one-day course for everyday skills in preparation for life after the Sixth Form.Our dedicated tutor and pastoral teams are available to support Sixth Formers throughout Years 12 and 13.We provide one of the highest ratios of staff to Sixth Form students in Cheshire East, ensuring we deliver an exceptional level of individual support.16-19 BursaryGrowthStudents have access to a wide range of opportunities to develop employability and transferable skills through charity fundraising, volunteering, work experience, whole-school musical and dance shows.
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No Boarder
School Type
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Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,077 Total
No. of Boys
550 (51.1%)
No. of Girls
527 (48.9%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
11.3%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
2.84%
A*/A grades
10.8%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
85%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
5%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
52%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
15%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.
Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.
Admissions Process
Start ApplicationKey Dates & Deadlines
Oct 2, 2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
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 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 22
Half Term 2
Jun 1 - Jul 20
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Holiday
Dec 22 - Jan 2
Spring Half Term
Feb 16 - Feb 20
Spring Break
Mar 30 - Apr 10
May Half Term
May 25 - May 29
Summer Holiday
Jul 21 - Aug 31
Alumni Stories
Show all storiesKatie Baker
September 2021
University
Former Head Girl Katie Baker is also celebrating after achieving the grades required to study Occupational therapy at York St John’s University. Katie commented “I am looking forward to living in a new city and starting my course. I am really happy and glad all the hard work has paid off. I am grateful to the teachers who have supported me throughout my time at Eaton bank Academy”. Reflecting on her time as Head Girl, Katie said “I have loved being Head Girl; it gave me the opportunity to make a difference, be part of the school community and give something back to the school.”
Sam Reynolds
September 2021
University
Sam Reynolds also achieved outstanding grades and will be studying Law at Oxford University. Sam was “exhilarated and relieved” when he opened his results and is excited to continue his studies at Keble College. Sam thanked the Eaton Bank teachers for all their support and guidance, and the help he had received during his university application process.
Morgan Smith
September 2021
University
Morgan Smith who has fulfilled his ambition to study at Harvard University. Morgan commented “I’m so happy with my results. I am looking forward to the whole experience of studying in America and being at Harvard. I plan to major in Economics and my ambition is to become an entrepreneur and start my own business.” The acceptance rate for Harvard was just 3.4%, with Morgan joining an exclusive group of 34 UK and ROI students at the prestigious University.
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