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One Sixth Form College

Babergh, IP8 3SUSecondaryAges 16–19MixedState
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About One Sixth Form College

One Sixth Form College is a large state sixth form in Babergh, Suffolk, currently operating slightly above its official capacity of 2,306 with 2,338 pupils on roll. As a 16-19 institution, it draws students from across the county for post-GCSE study, and the fact it is oversubscribed suggests strong local demand for its provision. The school does not publish its free school meals data, so it is difficult to place its intake in a national or local context on that measure, but its size alone — one of the largest sixth forms in Suffolk — means it serves a broad cross-section of the area's young people. The college is non-denominational and mixed, and its headteacher is Jake Robson. With 48 secondary schools in the local authority and only one rated Outstanding, the college sits within a system where most schools are Good or lower, making its capacity and popularity a notable signal of its standing among families.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range16 to 19 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressScrivener Drive, Ipswich, Babergh, IP8 3SU
HeadteacherJake Robson
Local AuthoritySuffolk
Number of Pupils2,338
School Capacity2,338 / 2,306 (101% full)
Sixth FormYes

Facilities

6
Sixth Form CentreSwimming PoolTennis CourtsSports HallPlaying FieldsAstro Turf

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

AthleticsRowingBasketballGymnasticsDanceCricket

Clubs & Activities

Eco ClubBook ClubModel United NationsOrchestraCodingDuke of Edinburgh

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionPhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Frequently Asked Questions About One Sixth Form College

Yes, One Sixth Form College provides Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) support including: Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment, and 4 more provisions. Contact the school's SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) for more details.