At Bournemouth School we believe every student should achieve their potential both academically, and in their personal development. 

Sixth Form students at Bournemouth School usually undertake a programme of study that comprises either 4 A Levels or 3 A Levels and an additional course equivalent to half an A Level.  In doing so it is our belief that this will push students on to a higher level of academic rigour that will provide the tools needed to succeed highly at university.  When supporting university applications, Bournemouth School take into account a wide range of assessment data when making predicted grades, including continuous classroom assessment and internal examinations.  Entry to Bournemouth School’s Sixth Form is based on a student’s best eight GCSE results, and we serve a wide catchment area.  There are over 250 students in our Sixth Form, with class sizes sometimes over 25.  The students come from a variety of backgrounds, with around 7% of sixth form students in receipt of a bursary to support their continuing education.  Last year over 80% of students received offers from higher education institutions and we endeavour to provide all Higher Learning institutions of a straightforward and clear picture of our students’ suitability for the course for which they are applying.