2026 Best Sixth Form Schools in Durham Area

Durham sixth form schools achieve 27% of students gaining A*/A grades at A-Level, above the England average of 25%, with 56% achieving A*/A/B grades compared to 50% nationally. St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham is the top-ranked independent option, while Durham Johnston Comprehensive School and Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation lead among state sixth form providers, offering strong academic pathways for university preparation. With 10 sixth form schools serving Durham, students across the city centre, Framwellgate Moor, and Neville's Cross benefit from a mix of independent and comprehensive options. Sixth form providers have an average FMS Inspection Score of 8/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.7/10 (Excellent). Explore the map to see sixth form options near you and compare A-Level performance across schools.