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Richard Taunton Sixth Form College

Richard Taunton Sixth Form College

Southampton, SO15 5RLSecondary School·Ages 16-19

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About Richard Taunton Sixth Form College

Richard Taunton Sixth Form College is a co-educational boarding secondary school in Southampton, South East, catering to pupils aged 16 to 19.

the school is led by headteacher Andy Grant, it falls under Southampton local authority.

In terms of academic performance, Attainment 8 is developing at 21.7. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C+.

On-site facilities at Richard Taunton Sixth Form College include Theatre, Playing Fields, Science Labs, Library, Tennis Courts, Sixth Form Centre, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Swimming Pool, Music Rooms.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Martial Arts, Football, Badminton, Rugby and 4 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Orchestra and 8 more.

For families exploring secondary schools in Southampton, Richard Taunton Sixth Form College is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range16 to 19 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressHill Lane, Southampton, Southampton, SO15 5RL
HeadteacherAndy Grant
Local AuthoritySouthampton
School Capacity780
Sixth FormYes
BoardingYes — Boarding school

GCSE Results

2023/24

Attainment 8 (vs national avg)

+21.7Well Above Average

Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average

BelowAverageAbove
Grade 9-4 (Standard Pass)4%
Grade 9-5 (Strong Pass)3%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.

A-Level Results

2023/24
112 students

Average Points per Entry

33.3Grade C+

Value Added Score

-0.14Below Average
BelowAverageAbove

Best 3 A-Levels (Average)

36.9Grade B-
AAB or higher (inc. 2 facilitating)22%
Avg Points per Entry over timeDeclining -5.6

'21/22

40.1

'22/23

37.6

'23/24

33.3

Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.

SEND Support

SEN Pupil Breakdown

4

With EHC Plan

133

SEN Support

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

Facilities

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TheatrePlaying FieldsScience LabsLibraryTennis CourtsSixth Form CentreGymnasiumDining HallSports HallSwimming PoolMusic Rooms

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

20

Sports

Martial ArtsFootballBadmintonRugbyCross CountryCricketGymnasticsTennis

Clubs & Activities

GardeningDramaChoirOrchestraModel United NationsDebateArt ClubChessCodingNewspaperDuke of EdinburghYoung Enterprise

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Richard Taunton Sixth Form College

Richard Taunton Sixth Form College's key exam results include: Average A-Level grade: C+; 3% achieved grade 5+ in English and Maths GCSE; Attainment 8 score of 21.7.

Contact Information

02380511811www.richardtaunton.ac.uk

Hill Lane, Southampton

Southampton, SO15 5RL

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Hill Lane, Southampton

Southampton, SO15 5RL

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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