Welcome to Tavistock College
We are absolutely delighted to welcome you to Tavistock College Sixth Form—a place where potential is nurtured, ambitions are realised, and futures are shaped. Here, we offer a wide range of academic A Levels and vocational courses tailored to meet the needs of all learners. With outstanding teaching and personalised support, every student is empowered to succeed and progress confidently towards university, apprenticeships, or employment. And we’re incredibly proud to share some fantastic news… Tavistock College is now ranked among the top ten colleges and sixth forms in Devon for A-Level progress, according to the Department for Education (based on August 2024 results)! Key Highlights: Ranked 10th in Devon for A-Level Progress Exceptional progress, exceeding national averages A commitment to inclusive education where every student can thrive Principal James Buchanan shared his pride in the college’s achievement: “We are incredibly proud of the achievements of our young people and pleased to see the college recognised in this way. The progress in our results has been made possible by the hard work of our staff, the college community, and the young people themselves. Congratulations to them all!” At Tavistock College Sixth Form, we believe in offering more than just qualifications. You’ll find a supportive and vibrant environment full of opportunities to grow, create, understand, thrive, and excel—both in and beyond the classroom. Together we care. Together we challenge. Together we excel. That’s our ethos, and now you are part of it. Welcome to Tavistock College Sixth Form – we can’t wait to see what you’ll achieve!
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Academies
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,270 Total
No. of Boys
661 (52.0%)
No. of Girls
609 (48.0%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
10.5%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
2.31%
A*/A grades
12.14%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
78%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
9%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
40%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
14%
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
Nov 12, 2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
Jan 31, 2026
Application Deadline
Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
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Alumni Stories
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Georgia Allison
September 2014
University
My time at Tavistock College was
an enriching journey of personal
growth and academic discovery,
where I've created lifelong
friendships, gained invaluable
knowledge and embraced
countless opportunities to thrive.
The dedicated teachers and
pastoral team provided
unwavering support, guiding me
through challenges and ensuring
my well-being.
During my time, I was given the
opportunity to go around the
world on school trips including
Paris, Andorra and Cambodia;
these opened the door to a world
of possibilities for me, which
enabled me to broaden my
horizons through 6 months of
travel around the world.
Armed with the knowledge, skills
and profound sense of self that I
cultivated during my time at
Tavistock College, I decided to
study at Bath Spa University, and
eventually graduated with a
Bachelor of Science degree in
Nutrition.
Your school experience is shaped
by you and you should embrace
every opportunity that comes
your way.

Ed Larkin
September 2014
Employed
Since leaving Tavistock college I
took a gap year to work as a
youth worker. After this I went
on to training as an actor and
studied a BA Hons in Acting at
Marjon University Plymouth,
also Known as the Actors wheel. I
graduated from my actor training
in 2020 and I then got my first
professional job since graduating.
Getting a guest lead role in an
episode of BBC Doctors. Ever
since then I've been working in
the industry. Being involved in
both TV and theatre, including
BBC Casualty.
A stint at The Royal Central
School of Speech and Drama
having been cast to lead a third
year production. Being an
understudy for the play our
generation at the National
Theatre and Chichester festival
theatre, and I am fortunate
enough to be currently playing the
lead in a west End musical The
Little Big Things.
When I've not been working or in
auditions, I also work part time
with Far Flung Dance Theatre in
Plymouth along with the Theatre
Royal Plymouth. Assisting and
leading workshops in diversity
training, dance, and theatre.
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