Welcome to Blessed William Howard Catholic School
Our Sixth Form at Blessed William Howard Catholic High School is where ambition meets opportunity; we believe every student has the potential to flourish academically, personally, and socially. Guided by our mission to develop a Love of God, Love of people, Love of learning, and Love of Life, we empower you to become confident, resilient, and intellectually curious individuals.Here, rooted in our Catholic values, you'll not only gain exceptional academic qualifications but also develop the critical thinking, leadership skills, and global awareness needed to excel in your chosen pathways – whether that's university, apprenticeships, or the world of work. We are committed to providing an exceptional educational experience that prepares you not only for your next steps, but for a lifetime of growth and contribution.
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Academies
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
957 Total
No. of Boys
468 (48.9%)
No. of Girls
489 (51.1%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
38.7%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
4.08%
A*/A grades
27.55%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
92%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
1%
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
0%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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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 1 - Oct 24
Half Term 2
Nov 3 - Dec 19
Spring
2 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Feb 12
Half Term 2
Feb 22 - Mar 31
Summer
2 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 19 - May 28
Half Term 2
Jun 7 - Jul 22
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Break
Dec 22 - Jan 2
Spring Half Term
Feb 15 - Feb 19
Easter Break
Apr 2 - Apr 16
Summer Half Term
May 29 - Jun 4
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