Welcome to The Brooksbank School

Brooksbank Sixth Form is more than a natural extension of The Brooksbank School - its a bridge to success. Our school has a rich history, and our sixth form carries forward that legacy, whilst facing confidently to the future.A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITYHere, we’re all about community and people. It’s not just a place to study; it’s somewhere you belong. Whether you’re transitioning from our lower school or joining us from nearby schools, this is a friendly place where you will never be treated like a statistic.We’ve got your back with our dedicated sixth form team, subject teachers, and senior leaders to support and guide you as you journey into adulthood. We foster incredible relationships between our staff and students.The bond created here doesn’t fade with time – we’ve got alumni who come back to inspire and guide our students, and some even return as teaching staff.A BRIGHT FUTUREWe believe in empowering our students, both academically and personally. You have the flexibility to choose from more than 30 A-level and BTEC courses, tailoring your learning experience to your own interests and goals.Our students achieve fantastic grades but they also develop the self-discipline and confidence needed to succeed in whatever path they choose, whether it’s higher education or something else.With our outstanding individual support, you’re not thrown in at the deep end, but helped to build tools for life and independence beyond our doors.COUNTLESS OPPORTUNITIESThere’s more. We’re deeply connected to our local community, have outreach programmes to universities including Oxford and Cambridge, offer timetabled enrichment sessions, and supportive study sessions.You can get involved with KS3 mentoring sessions, school productions, trips, social committees and much more.Your time at Brooksbank Sixth Form is about enjoying the journey, seizing opportunities, and building the best portfolio possible for your bright future. We’re here to make your time at sixth form unforgettable and set you up for whatever comes next.I’m so proud of our students and love seeing them grow into amazing young adults. My team and I are here to make your time at sixth form unforgettable and set you up for whatever comes next. I look forward to speaking to you about your future.MISS LAURA ROBERTSHEAD OF SIXTH FORM

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Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,470 Total

No. of Boys

752 (51.2%)

No. of Girls

718 (48.8%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

9.2%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

0.88%

A*/A grades

9.73%



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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!


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Key Dates & Deadlines

Nov 20, 2025

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Alumni Stories

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Bethany Tack

September 2021

Employed

I enjoyed studying chemistry during my GCSEs, and found that it was interdisciplinary. There are a wide range of job opportunities, from medicine to coding, which was helpful for someone like me who had not mapped out their entire career path by the age of sixteen. I am now a Development Chemist at Keracol Limited, a spin-off company from the University of Leeds.

Sonia Chevalier

September 2021

Employed

I took a real interest in Geography during GCSE years which led me to choose this to study at A Level, alongside Sociology. I found the Social Science aspect of Geography and the way it links to many topics such as tourism, sustainability, retail and politics fascinating. I took advantage of the many extracurricular opportunities offered at Brooksbank. They helped me to develop my communication skills and enhanced my progression to university. I am currently working as a Design Co-ordinator at Waxman Energy, who are based in Elland.

Chad Bunney

September 2021

Employed

I always wanted to be a writer and my time at Brooksbank inspired me to pursue this. My supportive teachers, encouraged me to explore my ideas and express myself through writing, and played a significant role in shaping my passion for the craft. I am an English and Drama teacher, currently teaching in Salford.


Enrichment Activities

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Brooksbank is one of the few Sixth Form providers in Calderdale to have a timetabled Enrichment programme for all Sixth Form students. Activities are organised in blocks of 10 weeks. Students are encouraged to develop their personal skills, qualities gain additional qualifications as well as having fun! The activities available vary from year to year but we try to offer as much variety as possible.

Leadership
Many students have developed their self confidence and leadership skills through the Level 3 Sports Leaders UK qualification – a nationally recognised award giving 12 UCAS points. You may also have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills in other areas within school – mentoring younger students, supporting lessons, running extra-curricular activities etc.
Sport
Choose to play recreational football on our fantastic 4G pitch, join our successful football and netball teams to play regular competitive fixtures, or burn off some calories and develop your fitness on our purpose built cycling track.
Charity Work
There are always a range of charity events in the Sixth Form ranging from Pink Day to Talent Shows and activity days. Each form is encouraged to organise at least one event for a chosen charity.

About School

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityCalderdale
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeMixed