Curriculum

Top Day & Boarding Sixth Form in Suffolk

In the Sixth Form, we offer a broad range of Level 3 courses from the more traditional and academic A Level courses to Technical Awards across Sports, Performing Arts, Business and Media. The diverse set of courses are delivered in the supportive atmosphere of a friendly Sixth Form with small class groups. There is an emphasis on individual attention based upon our excellent teacher-to-pupil ratio.

Most students will select up to four subjects in Year 12; this enables them to keep some breadth to their studies. Students are given advice and guidance to help choose the most suitable combination of subjects and the curriculum is constructed around these options.

The process of choosing starts with our Sixth Form Open evening in Y11 which offers parents and students an opportunity to discuss the courses with teachers and students and see examples of student work. This is followed by one-to-one meetings with students and parents to discuss their chosen pathway and combination of courses. If required, we also meet post GCSE results day, to discuss options as subject preference might change once final grades are received.

“Pupils are supported effectively in making subject choices for GCSE, A-level and vocational courses.” ISI, 2023

Subjects and Qualifications Offered

Further details about all options and qualifications can be found in the Sixth Form Curriculum brochure, linked below.

Scholarship Programme

To stretch our more gifted and talented students, we have the prestigious scholarship programme across three streams; academic, sports and performing arts.

‘Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teenagers’

In addition, all Sixth Formers participate in the prestigious ‘Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teenagers’ course during our Induction Week which provides them with  a framework to plan for the future, interact positively with their peers and teachers as well as prioritise their current tasks. This is further developed through the PSHE scheme that is designed specifically for our Sixth Form and our context, helping them navigate through life’s challenges from comparing financial products, to forming new positive relationships and appropriate use of social media to nurture their online image.

Admissions and Open Days

We regularly hold Open Days as well as Sixth Form Open Evenings and would highly recommend visiting to meet our staff, explore our outstanding facilities and understand our joining process.

You can view our next Sixth Form Open Events here.

Getting to Finborough Sixth Form

Conveniently located near Stowmarket, with a daily shuttle bus from the station, Finborough is easily accessible for families in Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich, and Colchester, making it an ideal choice for day students seeking a high-quality sixth form education close to home. We have fantastic school transport across Suffolk, view our current routes here.

Boarding and International Admissions

Boarding is also offered on a flexi, weekly or full basis. We welcome students from across the globe meaning our Sixth Form community is very diverse, with students from local towns through to those joining from Europe and beyond. If you are interested in International Admissions please see here.