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The Sixth Form College Colchester

Colchester, CO1 1SNSecondaryAges 16–99MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Not rated
Progress 8
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Competition
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Ranking
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About The Sixth Form College Colchester

Parents considering The Sixth Form College Colchester will find a school that is clearly in demand, though the data on parent experience is limited. The college does not publish a parentView recommend percentage, so it is difficult to gauge direct satisfaction from current families. However, the oversubscription ratio is not provided in the available data, meaning we cannot confirm how many applicants compete for each place. What we do know is that the college serves a wide age range from 16 to 99, which is unusual for a state secondary and suggests a strong focus on adult learners and post-16 education. The school is mixed and non-religious, with no boarding or nursery provision. Its location in Colchester, Essex, places it within a competitive local landscape, with two grammar schools nearby—Colchester Royal Grammar School and Colchester County High School for Girls—both of which achieve high ranking scores. This context may influence how families weigh their options, particularly for academically selective routes.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range16 to 99 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressNorth Hill, Colchester, Colchester, CO1 1SN
HeadteacherJo Cadman
Local AuthorityEssex

Facilities

10
ICT SuiteArt StudiosPlaying FieldsDining HallSixth Form CentreTennis CourtsAstro TurfGymnasiumTheatreChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

BasketballBadmintonSwimmingMartial ArtsRoundersNetballCricket

Clubs & Activities

Science ClubChessBook ClubNewspaperOrchestra

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sixth Form College Colchester

The Sixth Form College Colchester offers the following facilities: ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sixth Form Centre, Tennis Courts, Astro Turf, Gymnasium, Theatre, Chapel. Contact the school directly for the most up-to-date information about their facilities.