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Welcome to Baylis Court Sixth Form

Welcome to the Sixth Form at Baylis Court School. Our Sixth Form is a vibrant, ambitious and supportive community where every student is encouraged to strive for excellence. We are proud of the exceptional outcomes our students achieve, the care we provide, and the opportunities we create to help every young person flourish—whatever their chosen destination.

Our vision and values

We aim to inspire the leaders of tomorrow, guided by our core values of kindness, inquisitiveness and resilience. Everything we do—academic study, enrichment, leadership development and pastoral care—centres on these values.

High expectations, excellent outcomes

Our latest student survey highlights the strength of our provision:

  • 99% say the Sixth Form is well run
  • 95% feel helped and encouraged to study independently
  • 97% enjoy being part of the Sixth Form
  • 95% feel they have had opportunities to develop leadership skills

Parents have praised our strong communication and support systems:

  • “Providing a good education with regular updates about progress.”
  • “Strong communication between parents and teachers.”
  • “Encouraging students to work hard and behave well.”
  • “Keeping everyone safe.”

A supportive learning environment

Students benefit from:

  • A dedicated Sixth Form common room
  • A supervised silent study room
  • All-day library access
  • Full canteen use throughout the day
  • Up Learn for STEM subjects
  • Unifrog for careers and work experience
  • Weekly tutor sessions and personalised UCAS and careers guidance

Learn more: see the Our Values in Action, Joining Us and Study Programme tabs.

Dress code

Smart Sixth Form dress
Monday to Thursday: smart, professional attire suitable for academic and workplace settings.

Dress Down Fridays
Students may dress more casually while remaining respectful and appropriate.

Download the dress code here.

Attendance

Excellent attendance is vital for success. Our expectations are clear, consistent and support students in developing strong routines.

Download the Sixth Form attendance requirement here.

Sixth Form Leadership Award

Lead with kindness, inquisitiveness and resilience. Students can earn:

  • Bronze – Foundation leadership
  • Silver – Expanding influence
  • Gold – Exceptional leadership

Awards are presented at our annual celebration in June.

Enrichment

A weekly session that broadens horizons, builds character and teaches essential life skills.

Activities include:

  • Careers and finance workshops
  • Guest speakers and masterclasses
  • Sport and wellbeing
  • Study skills and memory workshops
  • Community projects and volunteering
  • Student-led societies
  • Staff TED talks

Careers, guidance and destinations

We prepare students for university, apprenticeships or employment through:

  • One-to-one careers interviews
  • UCAS, apprenticeship and employment guidance
  • Employer encounters and workshops
  • Support with CVs, applications and interviews
  • Winning Wednesdays to build resilience, study habits and independence

Work experience

All Year 12 students complete a one-week placement. Using Unifrog, students research, select and secure their own placements, building independence and confidence.

Download destination data here.

We look forward to welcoming you to Baylis Court School Sixth Form—where every student is supported to achieve, grow and lead.