Welcome
Two years to become the young woman you want to be
The 6 is St Catherine’s Sixth Form: an inclusive, ambitious, dynamic community where each girl pursues her passions, takes the lead, develops her independence and prepares for her post-18 pathway, whether that is university, a degree apprenticeship, a gap year or something of her own making.
THE 6 AT A GLANCE
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91% A*-B AT A LEVEL |
25 A LEVEL SUBJECTS |
The 6 AWARD-WINNING BOARDING HOUSE |
FOUR REASONS TO CHOOSE THE 6
1. Results that open doors. 91% of our A Level grades are A* to B, and our leavers go on to leading universities in the UK and overseas, from Oxford and Durham to UCL and Exeter. They choose to study many and varied courses well-suited to their passions, from PPE or Fashion Design to Medicine and Radiography.
2. Real choice and depth. With 25 A Level subjects and subject specialist teachers, your daughter explores her passions and interests in much greater depth, guided and supported by teachers who know her strengths and nurture her potential.
3. A grown-up community. The 6 is our dedicated Sixth Form Common Room and boarding house, opened in 2021 and accommodating 88 boarders. It fosters increasing independence, with the right support in place, and provides excellent preparation for university life.
4. Ready for what is next. From UCAS and careers guidance to leadership roles and our alumnae network, we make sure your daughter leaves with achievement, purpose and self-belief.
EXPLORE THE DETAIL
A Level results Destinations of leavers The 6 prospectus 2026
HEAR FROM OUR GIRLS
“From my time at St Catherine’s I learned some important lessons which have shaped who I am today: Identity, Confidence, Humility, Resilience and Adaptability. These have carried me through university and now my career.” Xylona Lam, alumna
YOUR NEXT STEP
See The 6 for yourself. Visit us at an open event, or start your application today.
From the Heads of Sixth Form
We are delighted to welcome you to St Catherine’s Sixth Form, a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive community where each girl is encouraged to pursue her passions and realise her full potential. Here, you will find an environment that fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and a genuine sense of happiness. St Catherine’s Sixth Form will prepare you not only for your A Levels but also for the diverse opportunities that lie ahead, be it university, apprenticeships, gap years, or other exciting pathways. At St Catherine’s, we believe in nurturing capable, confident young women, ready to seize life without limits!
In the Sixth Form, you will delve deeper into your favourite subjects, honing existing skills and acquiring new ones. Beyond academics, a diverse array of activities, from fundraising initiatives to filmmaking projects, awaits your involvement. Existing friendships are strengthened and new ones forged. The Sixth Form offers greater independence, requiring you to take responsibility for managing your time effectively. You will leave St Catherine’s ready to face the future with confidence and the ability to make a positive impact in the world.
As you progress into Upper 6, you will contribute increasingly to the running of the School and your House, affording you valuable leadership experience. These responsibilities will also position you as a role model for the younger girls. The Sixth Form tutor team will support you in subject specialist form groups, guiding you through the university application process and helping you plan for your future beyond St Catherine’s. Our consistently strong A Level results and the impressive array of university destinations achieved by our leavers each year stand as a testament to the academic excellence and supportive environment at St Catherine’s. For detailed information, please refer to our Destinations of Leavers and our A Level results.
From the team-building induction days that mark the beginning of your Sixth Form journey to the much-anticipated Lower 6 Musical at the end of the academic year, St Catherine’s offers a wealth of opportunities to engage, lead, and grow. Whether you are organising House events, participating in a variety of activities and trips, or embracing new challenges, our Sixth Form is defined by enthusiasm, dedication, and a spirit of fun. When you finally leave us, it will be with a sense of achievement, purpose and self-belief, fully aware of your unique place in the world as a young woman of extraordinary potential.
