2026 Best Sixth Form Schools in Chelmsford Area

Chelmsford sixth form schools achieve strong A-Level results, with 31% of students achieving A*/A grades compared to England's 25%, and 58% achieving A*/A/B grades against 50% nationally. With an average Oxbridge ranking of 987 compared to England's 1346, Chelmsford sixth forms have a strong track record of elite university preparation. King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford, Chelmsford County High School for Girls, and New Hall School are among the top-performing options, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.5/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.7/10 (Excellent). With 16 sixth form schools serving Chelmsford, students benefit from a mix of selective grammar schools and independent colleges offering diverse academic pathways. Explore the map to see sixth form options near you and compare A-Level performance across schools.