Showing 1-9 of 17 schools
York sixth form schools achieve 34% of students attaining A*/A grades at A-Level, well above the England average of 24%, with 65% achieving A*/A/B grades compared to 47% nationally. With an average Oxbridge ranking of 961 compared to England's 1183, York sixth forms have a strong track record of elite university preparation. While Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate, The Mount School (York), and St Peter's School 2-18 are top-ranked independent options, families seeking state sixth form provision can explore comprehensive schools and the city's further education colleges. All 18 sixth form providers are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, reflecting consistently high standards across the historic city. Explore the map to see sixth form options near you and compare A-Level performance across schools.
Explore schools on an interactive map. Click markers to view detailed information, A-Level performance, and Oxbridge success rates.
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #5 | Ampleforth College | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18+ years | Mixed | Catholic | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18+ years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #6 | Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | Church of England | Outstanding |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | OneSchool Global York Campus | Independent | All-through | 7-18 years | Mixed | Protestant | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • All-through • 7-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #10 | Bootham School | Independent | All-through | 2-18+ years | Mixed | Protestant | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • All-through • 2-18+ years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Applefields School | State | Not Applicable | 11-18+ years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Not Applicable • 11-18+ years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 | St Peter's School 2-18 | Independent | All-through | 2-18 years | Mixed | Church of England | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • All-through • 2-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 | The Mount School (York) | Independent | All-through | 2-18 years | Mixed | Protestant | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • All-through • 2-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #12 | Outwood Academy Easingwold | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Outstanding |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #4 | Fulford School | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Outstanding |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #9 | Huntington School | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Outstanding |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Welburn Hall School | State | Not Applicable | 8-18+ years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Not Applicable • 8-18+ years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #13 | Joseph Rowntree School | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #8 | Pocklington School | Independent | All-through | 2-18 years | Mixed | Church of England | Not inspected by Ofsted |
| #14 | Woldgate School and Sixth Form College | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Good |
Independent • All-through • 2-18 years
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #11 | All Saints Catholic School York | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | Catholic | Outstanding |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate | Independent | All-through | 0-18+ years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
| #7 | The Faculty of Queen Ethelburga's | Independent | Post-16 | 14-18+ years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • All-through • 0-18+ years
Independent • Post-16 • 14-18+ years
Disclaimer
Information on this page is compiled, analysed, and processed from publicly available sources including the Department for Education (DfE), Ofsted, the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, and official school websites.
Our rankings, metrics, and assessments are derived from this data using our own methodologies and represent our independent analysis rather than official standings.
While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that all information is current, complete, or error-free. Data may change without notice, and schools and/or local authorities should be contacted directly to verify any details before making decisions.
FindMySchool does not endorse any particular school, and rankings reflect specific metrics rather than overall quality.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we accept no liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on information provided. If you believe any information is inaccurate, please contact us.
