Welcome to Sixth Form

The Sixth Form at St Albans School is a place of intellectual ambition, personal growth, and purposeful preparation for life beyond school. Whether students join us from within the School or from elsewhere, they enter a dynamic, forward-thinking community where curiosity is encouraged, individuality is celebrated, and excellence is the standard.

Our Sixth Formers are encouraged to think deeply, challenge assumptions, and engage fully with the world around them. Through a rich and rigorous curriculum, complemented by a vibrant co-curricular programme, students are equipped not only with the academic credentials to access the world’s leading universities, but also with the confidence, creativity and resilience to thrive in the twenty-first century.

At the heart of our Sixth Form experience is a commitment to breadth and depth. Students pursue four subjects in the Lower Sixth Form, typically continuing with three A Levels in the Upper Sixth Form, alongside the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), which fosters independent research and critical thinking. This academic framework is underpinned by a culture of high expectations, expert teaching, and personalised support.

But life in the Sixth Form is about more than academic achievement. Our community is large enough to offer rich opportunities and new challenges, but small enough for every student to feel known, valued and supported. Its a time for leadership, service, exploration and self-discovery. Whether through sport, music, drama, debating or community involvement, students are encouraged to try new things, take initiative, and grow in confidence.

Each week, our Lower Sixth Form benefit from an Enrichment Lecture which features guest speakers from a wide range of backgrounds. These engaging talks broaden students’ perspectives, spark new ideas, and complement their academic journey by encouraging them to think critically and creatively about the world around them.

Our aim is to develop young people who are intellectually curious, emotionally intelligent, and ethically grounded - ready not only for university, but for whatever their future holds.

Click here to find out more about Sixth Form Admissions. 

Click here to read our prospectus 'Life in the Sixth Form' created by our Sixth Form pupils.