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
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Admissions Process
Start Application| Nov 2025 | Dec 2025 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2026 | Mar 2026 | Apr 2026 | May 2026 | Jun 2026 |
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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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We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.
Enrichment Activities
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