Welcome to The Ripley Academy
At The Ripley Academy Sixth Form, we are ambitious for every student’s future. Our goal is to provide a supportive, challenging, and inspiring environment where young people can thrive academically and personally. With expert teaching, excellent facilities, and a strong sense of community, we ensure that all students are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to achieve their aspirations—whether that be university, apprenticeships, or the world of work.Our ethos—ambition, commitment, and pride—is at the heart of everything we do. We encourage our students to aim high, work hard, and take pride in their achievements. Sixth form is a crucial time for personal and academic growth, and we are committed to guiding our students towards a future that is nothing short of remarkable.We invite you to explore our website and discover what makes The Ripley Academy Sixth Form a fantastic place to study. If you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.Ms E Iwanczuk
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Academy converter
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
900 Total
No. of Boys
448 (49.8%)
No. of Girls
452 (50.2%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
9.6%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
1.68%
A*/A grades
9.24%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
74%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
8%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
34%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
18%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Admissions Process
Start ApplicationKey Dates & Deadlines
Oct 16, 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 4 - 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 23
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Holiday
Dec 20 - Jan 4
Spring Half Term
Feb 14 - Feb 22
Easter Holiday
Mar 28 - Apr 12
Alumni Stories
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We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.
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