Discover Your Future at Our Sixth Form
We have an experienced and dedicated team ready to support you in achieving your academic aspirations and personal goals. Studying in the Sixth Form involves taking greater responsibility for your own learning, and we will equip you with the skills needed to become an independent and successful learner.
The Sixth Form Team: Here to Support You
The Tutor Team will support you daily by providing guidance, along with a dedicated Pastoral Team focused on your overall wellbeing.
Through our Future Routes Programme, you will receive high-quality advice for life beyond Sixth Form, including the information you need to apply to university, pursue a career, or secure an apprenticeship.
We look forward to welcoming you into our Sixth Form community and supporting you as you fulfil your potential and prepare for the next stage of your life.
Left to right: A Newman (Head of Year), T Whyntie (Pastoral Support), O Worthington-Richards (Director of Sixth Form), M Lake (Head of Year), M Marshall (Assistant Headteacher), S Compton (Assistant Head of Year), J Stirk (Pastoral Support)
Missed the Deadline or Considering a Change?
If you’ve missed the admission deadlines or are thinking about switching to Gillingham School Sixth Form, please contact us directly.
We may still be able to offer you a place, depending on availability. We look forward to hearing from you and supporting your next steps.
GET IN TOUCH FOR LATE ADMISSION OR SWITCHING TO OUR SIXTH FORM
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Academically Ambitious
All our students are aspirational and actively embrace opportunities for personal growth. We offer a wide range of over thirty courses taught by subject specialists in A Level and BTEC. As well as complementary courses in: Core Maths and the Extended Project Qualification. These additional courses will strongly support applications for future pathways, alongside your A Level subjects
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Leadership Opportunities
Sixth Form students are expected to lead on social issues and embody our core values: ambition, kindness, tolerance, and respect. Through leadership roles and campaigns, they develop a strong sense of identity, empathy, and community and are ready to thrive beyond school.
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Community projects
Sixth form students engage in a variety of community projects, often through structured programs or voluntary service initiatives. These projects aim to foster social responsibility, develop skills, and build connections within the wider community.
Ready to apply for 2026 entry?
Existing Students During the Autumn Term, our current Year 11 students will be provided with the login details to enable them to apply to Gillingham Sixth Form and make their course choices. Students will attend a session with the Sixth Form Team who will explain the process. We strongly encourage students to make their choices online at home with the support of Parents/Guardians.
New Students Every year, we welcome students from other local schools and beyond, and we truly value the addition of new members to our vibrant Sixth Form community. If you’re considering joining us, we would be delighted to arrange a visit where you can tour the school with current students and meet the Sixth Form Team.
For Existing and New students please visit our Admissions page for full details.
Sixth Form Financial Support
There are various scholarships to support students in school and in further study.
DISCOVER THE FINANCIAL SUPPORT OPTIONS AVAILABLE
Sixth Form Leadership
Our Sixth Form leadership positions include Head Students, Deputies and the Committee. These student leaders are ambassadors for the school, role models for younger students, and representatives of the student body. They often assist with school events, student council activities, and promoting the Sixth Form.
