At Queen’s College, each Sixth Form student follows a personalised “next steps journey” outlined on our Sixth Form pathway. For students pursuing international universities, Oxbridge, medicine, dentistry, or veterinary studies, we offer a specialised program with tailored support. This includes assistance in completing early or international applications, guidance on supplemental activities such as extra reading or MOOCs, and support from the Head of Futures in securing relevant work experience. Students also benefit from at least two subject-specific mock interviews, guidance with entry exams and written submissions, and a dedicated UCAS application advisor to ensure every applicant is fully prepared.

The Sixth Form Centre at Queen’s College provides students with a dedicated space where they can enjoy independence while remaining connected to the main school community. Located on the outskirts of the main site, the centre offers a supportive environment where students can exercise freedoms such as going offsite during breaks and lunch or scheduling driving lessons in their study periods. With a fully-equipped kitchen, students can prepare hot drinks and refreshments at their convenience, and the tradition of “toast at break” is a popular favourite. The centre is thoughtfully designed to accommodate various needs, with spaces for both collaborative and silent study as well as areas to relax and socialise. Facilities include a common room with table tennis, a pool table, a piano, and a darts board. Sixth Form students enjoy a vibrant community with a full social calendar, organised by the Sixth Form Executives, featuring events like movie nights, quizzes, social sports, and the much-anticipated Christmas and Summer balls.

The Sixth Form package at Queen’s College is designed to support students’ academic growth, personal development, and social experience. Students benefit from small class sizes, high levels of academic support, and access to resources and an academic supervisor throughout the day. The devoted pastoral structure ensures every student has guidance, while the Queen’s Diploma and extensive leadership opportunities foster key skills and values. Differentiated study spaces and a well-equipped common room with a kitchen provide a comfortable, productive environment, with added freedoms like staying late or studying on Saturday mornings and enjoying meals on site. A lively social calendar, managed by student leaders, promotes community and inclusion through events that range from movie nights to seasonal balls—creating a balanced Sixth Form experience that transitions students smoothly toward adulthood.

Queen’s is proud to have an experienced Head of Careers based in the Sixth Form Centre for pupils to access personalised careers and progression advice, as well as assistance in accessing work experience programmes, interview guidance, conventions and expert talks. Click here to find out more about Queen’s Futures Programme.

The Head of Sixth Form, Emily Chanter (Centre) monitors the wellbeing and academic progress of all students, liaising with academic staff and Sixth Form Tutors. Students benefit from a UCAS Advisor, Martyn Aldridge (Left), as well as a Head of Futures, Clare Lewis (Right).