2026 Best Sixth Form Schools in Kettering Area

Kettering sixth form schools achieve 19% of students gaining A*/A grades at A-Level, below the England average of 25%, though the area offers diverse post-16 pathways. Bishop Stopford School, Kettering Buccleuch Academy, and Southfield School for Girls are the highest-performing options, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.2/10, Good band, compared with England's 7.7/10 (Excellent). With an average Oxbridge ranking of 876 compared to England's 1346, Kettering sixth forms demonstrate strong university preparation. Students across Kettering, Burton Latimer, Rothwell, and Desborough benefit from accessible post-16 education and excellent transport links, with Kettering station offering 41-minute services to London St Pancras. Filter by FMS Inspection Score or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.