Welcome to Philip Morant School and College
At Sigma Sixth, Colchester our young people are valued. We have the highest expectations for all our students, whether that is academic achievement, involvement in our academies or caring for each other. We are uniquely placed as the only non-selective school in Colchester to have a sixth form. This provides an excellent bridge between school and University whilst well known and supported.The college is part of The Sigma Trust’s post-16 offer for the Philip Morant School, The Stanway School, Paxman Academy, St Helena School and The Thomas Lord Audley School. Although located on The Philip Morant School site, we welcome students from over 20 schools in Colchester, Witham, across Essex and from overseas.Sigma Sixth, Colchester is proud to include our Sports, STEM, Global and Creative Academies and VI6 University of Essex provision. The Sports Academy benefits from the provision at The Northern Gateway Sports Park. Students can choose to study 3 A Levels as part of the Academy offer or the Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development. Our STEM, Global and Creative Academies provide students with hands-on learning experiences with real-world applications that will develop a variety of skill sets, and includes provision at the University of Essex STEM labs and creative opportunities in the city and beyond.Education is about giving our young people the very best start in life so they are prepared fully to go to university, college or to start a career in their chosen field of employment. Our sixth form team will support you every step of the way.Sigma Sixth Colchester is a progressive sixth form, with a proven track record. Our teachers are experienced subject specialists who will not only deliver an excellent education, but will also provide the very best care, guidance and support. We recognise that the quality of facilities can help students excel. Our college has a purpose built block which is exclusively used by our sixth form students, including a College Cafe, a large study centre, e-learning suite and specialist practical areas. Due to the size of our sixth form we are able to know all of our students and know them well. We ensure you start to feel you belong from your first interaction with us.We thank you for considering Sigma Sixth Colchester and hope that the information provided on this website enables you to make the best choice for you in terms of courses and institution for continued education Post-16. We are committed to sharing this journey with you.Stephanie Neill | Headteacher Scott Edmonds | Assistant Headteacher (Head of Sigma Sixth)
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Academies
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,828 Total
No. of Boys
1,007 (55.1%)
No. of Girls
821 (44.9%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
16.0%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
4.59%
A*/A grades
7.34%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
87%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
3%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
0%
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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A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.
Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.
Admissions Process
Start ApplicationKey Dates & Deadlines
Oct 9, 2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
Dec 31, 2025
Application Form Deadline
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 21
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
Alumni Stories
Show all storiesGhezaal
September 2023
University
Congratulations to Ghezaal who wasn’t able to join us at results day. Ghezaal first joined us in year 10 when her family had to flee Afghanistan. She stayed with us for Sigma Sixth and has achieved the highest point score in Sigma Sixth in her A levels in Business Studies, Economics, Sociology and Persian.
She is now heading off to the SP Jain London School of Management to study Business Administration on a 100% scholarship. We are so proud of all of her achievements.
Arthur
September 2023
University
Arthur joined Sigma Sixth from Maltings Academy and joined our Basketball Academy. He has made great progress to achieve three grade Bs at A level (Economics, Physical Education and Psychology) and will continue his studies at Birmingham City University, studying Economics. Congratulations Arthur!
Theo
September 2023
University
Theo joined our Sports Academy from Manningtree High School. He has been a part of our football academy. He has achieved a triple distinction star in BTEC Level 3 National in Sports Coaching and Development and is off to study Physiotherapy at The University of East Anglia. Congratulations Theo!
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