Welcome to The Whitehaven Academy
Open up a whole new world of exciting opportunities by choosing to study at West Cumbria’s newest sixth form provider.The West Coast Sixth Form is a joint venture between The Whitehaven Academy and Workington Academy and offers fantastic opportunities for post-16 students.You can choose from over 20 A Level and vocational qualifications recognised and accepted by universities, training providers and employers.There’s also a wealth of extra-curricular and enrichment opportunities that encourage all our students to develop a wide variety of skills and competences that will support progression to what you want to do next.You’ll be guided by our experienced and dedicated staff, receive high-quality pastoral care and work in an inviting, welcoming community.We’re delighted to say that our students have a great record of achieving the qualifications they want. Workington Academy’s Sixth Form was recognised as ‘Good’ by Ofsted and in the last three years more than 98% of students have gone on to university study, apprenticeship training or employment.Have a look around this website to find out more. Click on Course Details to see what’s on offer to you.Got questions or want to take a tour? Then please contact us.Start your journey today
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Academy sponsor led
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
810 Total
No. of Boys
407 (50.2%)
No. of Girls
403 (49.8%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
8.7%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
N/A
A*/A grades
N/A
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
66%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
7%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
13%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
63%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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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!
Events
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Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.
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A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.
Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.
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 1 - Oct 24
Half Term 2
Nov 1 - Dec 20
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 21 - Jan 4
Spring Half Term
Feb 13 - Feb 21
Easter Break
Apr 1 - Apr 18
Summer Half Term
May 29 - Jun 5
Alumni Stories
Show all storiesDan
September 2021
University
- Dan study maths, further Maths, Physics and Chemistry at WCSF - Dan was head boy during his last year at the Academy where he worked tirelessly to established the Superbia groups and made the first steps towards a comprehensive recycling policy. - Dan is now studying Maths at University of Oxford.
Kieran
September 2021
Apprenticeship
- Kieran studied maths, physics and further maths at WCSF - He is now completing a Technical degree apprenticeship with Sellafield. - Kieran participated in both the Brilliant Club and the Hello Futures scheme.
Rebecca
September 2021
University
- Rebecca studied English Language, Literature and Drama studies at A level - After working in a bank for a year she moved on to Newcastle University to study English Language. - Rebecca has now graduated with a first class degree and has had her dissertation published by the university.
Enrichment Activities
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FAQs
Please visit the West Coast Sixth Form website. The website address is: https://www.westcoastsixthform.org/
