Your next chapter starts at St Mary’s

Our Sixth Form offers a welcoming, supportive and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to achieve their academic potential, explore their interests and prepare confidently for life beyond St Mary’s.

Whether you are joining us from another school or continuing your journey at St Mary’s, our Admissions team will guide you through every step of the application process.

Sixth Form Entry Requirements

Entry into Year 12 is based on academic ability. Applicants are expected to achieve:

  • A minimum of five GCSEs at grades 9–5.
  • A minimum of grade 6 in the subjects they wish to study at A Level.
  • A successful interview with our Head and Head of Sixth Form.

How to Apply

Step 1 – Register Your Interest

Complete our online registration form to begin your Sixth Form application. Our Registrar will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

Step 2 – Meet Our Sixth Form Team

All applicants will be invited to an interview with our Head and Head of Sixth Form. This is an opportunity for us to get to know you, discuss your academic interests and ambitions, and help you explore what St Mary’s can offer.

Step 3 – GCSE Results and Confirmation

Offers of a place are subject to meeting our GCSE entry requirements. Once your results are available, we will confirm your place and support you in preparing for the start of Sixth Form.

Register to apply

Internal students should notify the Registrar of their interest in applying

 

Year 12 Key Admission Dates:

Friday 13 November 2026 Registration and Scholarship Deadline
Wednesday 18 November 2026 Art Scholarship Assessments
Thursday 19 November 2026
Drama, Dance and Music Scholarship Assessments
Friday 20 November 2026 (Assessment Date TBC)
Sport Scholarship Interview
Monday 23 November 2026 Academic Scholarship Assessments and Interviews
Friday 4 December 2026 Outcome Letters Sent
Friday 12 February 2027 Acceptance Deadline