2026 Best Sixth Form Schools in Bournemouth Area

Bournemouth sixth form schools offer diverse pathways for post-16 students, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 8.2/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.7/10 (Excellent). Bournemouth School and Bournemouth School for Girls are the highest-performing state options, while Talbot Heath School provides an independent alternative. With 12 sixth form providers across Bournemouth, students achieve 21% A*/A grades and 49% A*/A/B grades at A-Level, though slightly below England's averages of 25% and 50% respectively. The coastal town's sixth forms benefit from proximity to Bournemouth University and strong local employment links. Explore the map to see sixth form options near you and compare A-Level performance across schools.