2026 Best Sixth Form Schools in Cheltenham Area

Schools in the Cheltenham built-up area. Cheltenham sixth form schools achieve 43% of students gaining A*/A grades at A-Level, above England's 25%, with 67% achieving A*/A/B grades compared to 50% nationally. With an average Oxbridge ranking of 987 compared to England's 1346, Cheltenham sixth forms have a strong track record of elite university preparation. Pate's Grammar School is the top-ranked independent option, while Cheltenham Ladies' College and Cheltenham College lead among state sixth forms with excellent results. Sixth form providers have an average FMS Inspection Score of 9.1/10, Elite band, compared with England's 7.7/10 (Excellent). Students across Cheltenham benefit from a mix of selective grammar and comprehensive sixth form provision with strong academic pathways. Filter by FMS Inspection Score or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.