Welcome to Fakenham Academy

Welcome to Fakenham Sixth Form.  Choosing a post 16 provider and qualifications can feel like a daunting task, but at Fakenham Sixth Form we aim to make this decision as easy as possible for you.  We are an experienced post 16 provider and pride ourselves on our values: Kind, Ambitious and Determined.   As a member of the Fakenham Sixth Form community, you will receive a personalised learning experience. We offer a wide range of qualifications including A Levels, Level 3 BTECs and Level 2 courses, all to suit the needs and interests of a wide range of students. You will pick the subjects that ignite curiosity in you, and you will receive excellent teaching in a dynamic and spirited environment.  As a Fakenham Sixth Form student you will receive excellent support and guidance from our specialist Sixth Form Pastoral Support Tutor along with our friendly and approachable staff. You will be given advice to help you make important decisions about your future career and life after Sixth Form. We have a highly qualified team of people who have expertise in a range of areas, meaning you will be well supported and challenged to ensure you excel in all you do with us. It is important to us that Fakenham Sixth Form students demonstrate kindness within our community, whether this be through the friends you will make, by running charitable events or by contributing to team activities throughout the year. Throughout your time at Fakenham Sixth Form, you will thrive. You will develop your academic skills, your independence, and be challenged to be the best you can. You will feel proud of who you are and the things you have achieved throughout your time at Sixth Form.  Our current and past students tell us that choosing Fakenham Sixth Form was an excellent decision and we are very confident it will be the right decision for you too. Your experiences at Fakenham Sixth Form will provide you with the skills and confidence needed to take your place in society and you will leave as a well-rounded, happy and successful young person.  Please feel free to come and see us as we would love to show you around. We cannot wait to meet you! Mrs  Laura Marshall-Smith Head of Sixth Form

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

743 Total

No. of Boys

365 (49.1%)

No. of Girls

378 (50.9%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

8.9%

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

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

6.19%

A*/A grades

19.47%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

77%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

4%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:42%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:36%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:0%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:0%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

41%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

15%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:90%
England:63%

Further education

School:0%
England:4%

Employment

School:34%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:10%
England:26%

Exciting Updates Ahead!

We're currently gearing up to offer you a full list of our courses. Stay tuned — amazing learning opportunities are on their way very soon. Thank you for your interest and enthusiasm!


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Admissions Process

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Key Dates & Deadlines

Oct 1, 2025

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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 3 - Oct 24

Half Term 2

Nov 3 - Dec 19

Spring

2 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 6 - Feb 13

Half Term 2

Feb 23 - Mar 27

Summer

2 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 14 - May 22

Half Term 2

Jun 1 - Jul 17

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Christmas Holiday

Dec 22 - Jan 5

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

Easter Holiday

Mar 30 - Apr 13

Summer Half Term

May 25 - May 29


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Enrichment Activities

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At Fakenham Sixth Form we believe that sixth form life is not only about academic success but also about developing the skills and attributes needed to be happy and successful in society. Our personal development programme is delivered in a variety of fun and exciting ways to encourage students to develop confidence and resilience.

Volunteering
One of our core values as a Sixth Form is Kindness. Therefore, we encourage all our students to take part in volunteering to give back to the community. This can be done in classes at the Academy or in the wider community such as in charity shops, care homes or youth groups to name a few.
Future Skills
Future Skills lessons are scheduled twice a fortnight. Lessons are designed to support students’ personal development and prepare them for living independently, in the wider world. Our three core themes of ‘health and wellbeing’, ‘relationships’ and ‘living in the wider world’ ensure students prepare for adulthood.
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is an independent research task and involves students either writing an extended essay of 5,000 words or creating a product with an accompanying shorter essay of 1,000 words. It is a great qualification to take alongside three A Levels / BTECs. The EPQ allows students to extend their abilities beyond the A-level syllabus and prepare for university, apprenticeships, or their future career. It is worth half an A-level so can be used to earn extra UCAS points for university or simply to allow students to study a topic of their choice.

About School

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityNorfolk
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed