Sixth Form (16+) Admissions Dates
St Columba’s College Current Year 11 Students
At St Columba’s College we believe strongly in the journey continuing through to age 18, so we do not ask for a formal application from our Form 5/Year 11 students. In mid-October, the Headmaster will write to all students in Form 5 who we feel will be suitable for A Level studies and will offer them a conditional place for the following September dependent on achieving the required grades. These students will be asked for their A Level and AAQ selection by early November, in order to confirm their place in the Sixth Form.
External Applicants
All external applicants must complete the Sixth Form application form and provide a copy of their latest school report. A confidential reference will also be sought from the candidate’s current school.
Applicants who are successful at the application stage will be invited to attend an interview with the Head of Sixth Form.
Sixth Form Admissions Timetable for entry in September 2025 (External Applicants)
We are a co-educational sixth-form
| Item | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications open | Monday 1 September 2026 |
| Application deadline (incl. scholarships & bursaries) | Friday 28 November 2025, 12noon (Late applications may be taken into consideration, subject to availability) |
| Interviews | On a rolling basis |
| Offer letters emailed | On a rolling basis |
| Acceptance deadline | Friday 23 January 2026 |
| A level choices deadline | Friday 13 February 2026 |
| Sixth Form induction days | June 2026 |
Entry Requirements for Sixth Form are:
- A minimum of 6 x Grade 6 at GCSEs
- At least a Grade 5 in Maths and English
- And meeting minimum grade requirements in the subjects they choose to study at A-Level
For specific subject minimum grade requirements, please refer to the Sixth Form Guide.
For more information about our registration and assessment process please contact the Admissions Registrar at admissions@stcolumbascollege.org or call 01727 892040
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