St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College

About St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College

St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College in Wandsworth is a state-funded Roman Catholic sixth form for 16 to 19 year olds, with a school capacity of 672 pupils. The college is oversubscribed, reflecting strong local demand for its specialist post-16 provision. While the data does not include a specific free school meals percentage for the college itself, the local authority context shows that Wandsworth has a mix of high-performing state secondaries, and St Francis Xavier sits within a competitive landscape where five of the 13 same-type schools in the borough are rated Outstanding. The college’s religious character and its status as a dedicated sixth form (rather than a school with a lower school attached) give it a distinct identity, drawing students from across the borough and beyond who are looking for a focused A-level environment with a Catholic ethos.

Academically, St Francis Xavier delivers strong results at A-level. In the 2023/24 data, its average points per entry was 45.78, equivalent to an A- grade, and the best three A-levels averaged 46.27 points, also an A-. The value added score of 0.39 places the college in the ‘well above average’ progress banding, meaning students typically achieve better than expected given their prior attainment. The proportion of students achieving AAB or higher in at least two facilitating subjects was 32.4%, a solid figure for a non-selective sixth form. At GCSE level, the college’s attainment 8 score of 53.4 and basics measure of 74.5% (grade 5 or above in English and maths) are respectable, though the EBacc entry rate is zero, reflecting the college’s focus on A-level pathways rather than the full EBacc suite. Compared with the local authority’s average Progress 8 score of 0.55, the college’s post-16 value added is notably strong.

The college offers a wide range of facilities including a library, gymnasium, sports hall, music rooms, astro turf, ICT suite, theatre, chapel, and a dedicated sixth form centre. Sports on offer include hockey, basketball, tennis, swimming, and dance, while clubs range from Eco Club and Model UN to coding and debate. The college also provides nursery provision, though this is likely a separate on-site facility rather than part of the sixth form itself. For families considering St Francis Xavier, the key draw is its strong A-level outcomes and value added performance in a Catholic setting. The college is oversubscribed, so early application is advisable. It suits students who are clear about pursuing academic A-levels and want a supportive, faith-based environment in south London, with good transport links across Wandsworth and neighbouring boroughs.

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