Oldham schools collage

2026 Best Sixth Form Schools in Oldham Area

Schools in the Oldham built-up area. Oldham sixth form schools see 54% of students achieve A*/A/B grades at A-Level, above the England average of 50%, with strong university preparation pathways. Hulme Grammar School leads the rankings, while The Blue Coat CofE School and Oldham Sixth Form College are among the top-performing state options for families seeking excellent results without independent school fees. Sixth form providers have an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.8/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.7/10 (Excellent). With 5 sixth form schools serving Oldham, students across Chadderton, Royton, and Shaw have access to diverse academic pathways and advanced courses. Filter by FMS Inspection Score or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.

All schools in Oldham
Key Performance Metrics for Oldham
% students achieving A*/A grades at A-Level
Oldham
26%vsEngland
25%
% students achieving A*/A/B grades at A-Level
Oldham
54%vsEngland
50%
Average Oxbridge rank (lower is better)
Oldham
#537vsEngland
#1346
Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)
Oldham
7.8/10vsEngland
7.7/10

Top schools in Oldham

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  1. Hulme Grammar School

    Derker

  2. The Blue Coat CofE School

    Oldham town centre

  3. Oldham Sixth Form College

    Oldham Town Centre

  4. The Oldham College

    Derker

  5. Westwood Boys School

    Oldham Town Centre

  6. Westwood High

    Chadderton