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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School Type

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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:35%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:41%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:N/A
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:1%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

40%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

14%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:87%
England:63%

Further education

School:0%
England:4%

Employment

School:33%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:13%
England:26%


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Admissions Process

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Key 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.


Enrichment Activities

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Academic achievement matters to us, but so does success outside of the classroom and we pride ourselves on offering our students an extremely exciting and diverse enrichment programme that gives them the opportunity to develop their artistic, technological, scientific and sporting talents, with the possibility of competing at regional and national level.

Community and Leadership
Creative Arts and Sports
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

About School

RegionSouth West
Local AuthorityDevon
Ofsted RatingSerious Weaknesses
Gender TypeMixed