Why Choose Norwood Sixth Form?
Why Study at The Norwood School Sixth Form?
Choosing where to study after Year 11 is a defining step—and at The Norwood School, you will find more than just courses and classrooms. You will join a vibrant, creative and ambitious Sixth Form community where your individuality is valued, your aspirations are nurtured and your success truly matters.
As a comprehensive school with a proud specialism in the Visual and Performing Arts, we combine academic excellence with outstanding enrichment and pastoral care. Our most recent results speak to this commitment: 80% of students achieved A*–C at A Level, 20% achieved A*–A, and 99% passed all Level 3 qualifications, with a quarter progressing to Russell Group universities, including Oxbridge.
Here are just some of the reasons why Norwood Sixth Form stands out:
A Community That Knows and Supports You Dedicated Sixth Form Spaces
We build strong relationships so that every student is seen, supported and challenged to reach their full potential.
Dedicated Sixth Form Spaces
Study in our purpose-built Sixth Form Study Hub, designed to encourage independence, focus and academic maturity.
Structured Academic Support
Our Supervised Study Programme, led by a Sixth Form Learning Mentor, ensures structured guidance, accountability and tailored support throughout your journey.
Diverse and Ambitious Curriculum
With pathways across STEM, Humanities, Business, Sports & Leisure, and the Visual & Performing Arts, you can specialise or create a bespoke combination that suits your ambitions.
Specialist Opportunities in the Arts
As a Specialist Arts School, we offer unique creative pathways, including partnerships with Arts Emergency, providing mentoring, industry links and real-world experience for aspiring artists, performers and creators.
Preparation for Top Universities and Careers
We provide dedicated support for Kings+, Oxbridge and other highly competitive destinations, as well as trips to university fairs and visits from external speakers to help you explore your post-18 options.
Life Skills and Personal Development
Our dedicated PSHE programme equips you with skills for life, enhanced through partnerships with organisations such as First Give and the Mark Evison Foundation, alongside mentoring opportunities that build leadership, confidence and character.
At The Norwood School, you are not just working towards qualifications—you are building your future. Here, you will be encouraged to think big, work hard and believe in your potential.