Welcome to Wigston College

I am delighted that you are considering Wigston College. We are proud of our track record of success that enables students to make the best choices for higher education or career progression. We offer a broad range of subjects to meet individual needs alongside the highest level of support and guidance provided by experienced staff who understand how to make the most of students’ abilities and talents.Sixth form is a time of enrichment when students complement their academic studies with other activities that broaden their minds, their circle of friends and develop essential transferrable skills for their future. We place a very high value on sport, performance opportunities, student leadership, Sixth Form committees and other activities. Students are encouraged to be involved in the local community and we understand the value to young people of contributing to society. At Wigston College we believe that students learn best when they are excited and engaged with their subjects, where their learning is tailored to individual needs and where expectations are high.Students enjoy coming to Wigston College Sixth Form where they are supported, stretched and challenged in order to achieve their personal best. The sixth form is an exciting time in a young person’s life and we will work with you to provide everything needed for future success and the best possible outcomes. I look forward to meeting you. Ailie Pollon Headteacher

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Academies

Suitable Ages

14 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

265 Total

No. of Boys

101 (38.1%)

No. of Girls

164 (61.9%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

0.0%

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

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

0.0%

A*/A grades

6.98%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

46%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

5%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:85%
England:63%

Further education

School:2%
England:4%

Employment

School:31%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:12%
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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Sixth Form Open Evening

Interviews

Induction

Key Dates & Deadlines

Nov 4, 2025

Sixth Form Open Evening

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


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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The Life Skills and Enrichment programmes broaden the skills of our students beyond the academic curriculum. Both programmes allow students to gain the necessary skills to be successful in the world of work and make them more attractive to prospective employers.

Volunteering in the wider community
Being part of the Charity, Social, Wellbeing, Environmental or Culture & Diversity Committees
Mentoring KS4 students at Wigston Academy

About School

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityLeicestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed