How do you decide which sixth form schools are best?

We combine official A-Level performance data, Oxbridge placement statistics, and Ofsted ratings to highlight consistent academic excellence. Use filters to personalise results based on your subject interests and goals.

Are all Stafford neighbourhoods included?

Yes. We group schools by their locality field so you can quickly scan areas and their nearby sixth form options. All sections are expanded by default on this page.

What makes a good sixth form school?

Strong A-Level performance (high percentage of A*/A grades), good university placement record (including Oxbridge), excellent Ofsted rating, and a wide range of subject offerings are key indicators of quality sixth form education.

2025 Best Sixth Form Schools in Stafford Area

Blackheath is a popular area within the Stafford region, offering sixth form students access to quality A-Level education. Local schools serve students from across Stafford and surrounding areas, with many offering specialized subject pathways and university preparation programs.

Local Rank	School	Type	Phase	Age Range	Gender	Religious	Ofsted
#2	The Weston Road Academy	State	Secondary & Post-16	11-18 years	Mixed	None	Good

The Weston Road Academy#2

School Type: State

Phase: Secondary & Post-16

Age Range: 11-18 years

Gender: Mixed

Religious Character: None

Ofsted: Good

Brewood is a popular area within the Stafford region, offering sixth form students access to quality A-Level education. Local schools serve students from across Stafford and surrounding areas, with many offering specialized subject pathways and university preparation programs.

Local Rank	School	Type	Phase	Age Range	Gender	Religious	Ofsted
#3	St. Dominic's Grammar School	Independent	All-through	4-18 years	Mixed	None	Not inspected by Ofsted

St. Dominic's Grammar School#3

School Type: Independent

Phase: All-through

Age Range: 4-18 years

Gender: Mixed

Religious Character: None

Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Eccleshall is a popular area within the Stafford region, offering sixth form students access to quality A-Level education. Local schools serve students from across Stafford and surrounding areas, with many offering specialized subject pathways and university preparation programs.

Local Rank	School	Type	Phase	Age Range	Gender	Religious	Ofsted
N/A	Walton Hall Academy	State	Not Applicable	11-18+ years	Mixed	None	Good

Walton Hall AcademyN/A

School Type: State

Phase: Not Applicable

Age Range: 11-18+ years

Gender: Mixed

Religious Character: None

Ofsted: Good

Highfields is a popular area within the Stafford region, offering sixth form students access to quality A-Level education. Local schools serve students from across Stafford and surrounding areas, with many offering specialized subject pathways and university preparation programs.

Local Rank	School	Type	Phase	Age Range	Gender	Religious	Ofsted
#5	Sir Graham Balfour High School	State	Secondary & Post-16	11-18 years	Mixed	None	Good

Sir Graham Balfour High School#5

School Type: State

Phase: Secondary & Post-16

Age Range: 11-18 years

Gender: Mixed

Religious Character: None

Ofsted: Good

Penkridge is a popular area within the Stafford region, offering sixth form students access to quality A-Level education. Local schools serve students from across Stafford and surrounding areas, with many offering specialized subject pathways and university preparation programs.

Local Rank	School	Type	Phase	Age Range	Gender	Religious	Ofsted
#1	Wolgarston High School	State	Secondary & Post-16	13-18 years	Mixed	None	Good

Wolgarston High School#1

School Type: State

Phase: Secondary & Post-16

Age Range: 13-18 years

Gender: Mixed

Religious Character: None

Ofsted: Good

Rowley Park is a popular area within the Stafford region, offering sixth form students access to quality A-Level education. Local schools serve students from across Stafford and surrounding areas, with many offering specialized subject pathways and university preparation programs.

Local Rank	School	Type	Phase	Age Range	Gender	Religious	Ofsted
#4	Blessed William Howard Catholic School	State	Secondary & Post-16	11-18 years	Mixed	Catholic	Good

Blessed William Howard Catholic School#4

School Type: State

Phase: Secondary & Post-16

Age Range: 11-18 years

Gender: Mixed

Religious Character: Catholic

Ofsted: Good

Walton-on-the-Hill is a popular area within the Stafford region, offering sixth form students access to quality A-Level education. Local schools serve students from across Stafford and surrounding areas, with many offering specialized subject pathways and university preparation programs.

Local Rank	School	Type	Phase	Age Range	Gender	Religious	Ofsted
#6	Walton High School	State	Secondary & Post-16	11-18 years	Mixed	None	Good

Walton High School#6

School Type: State

Phase: Secondary & Post-16

Age Range: 11-18 years

Gender: Mixed

Religious Character: None

Ofsted: Good

Westway is a popular area within the Stafford region, offering sixth form students access to quality A-Level education. Local schools serve students from across Stafford and surrounding areas, with many offering specialized subject pathways and university preparation programs.

Local Rank	School	Type	Phase	Age Range	Gender	Religious	Ofsted
#7	King Edward VI High School	State	Secondary & Post-16	11-18 years	Mixed	None	Good

King Edward VI High School#7

School Type: State

Phase: Secondary & Post-16

Age Range: 11-18 years

Gender: Mixed

Religious Character: None

Ofsted: Good

2025 Best Sixth Form Schools in Stafford Area

School Type

Ofsted Rating

Religious Character

Gender

School Features

Other Institutions

Age Range

Top Sixth Form Schools in Stafford

Wolgarston High School

The Weston Road Academy

St. Dominic's Grammar School

Blessed William Howard Catholic School

Sir Graham Balfour High School

Walton High School

King Edward VI High School

Walton Hall Academy

Map of Sixth Form Schools in Stafford

Neighbourhoods in Stafford

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