Why choose Coulsdon College?

WHY CHOOSE COULSDON COULSDON SIXTH FORM SIXTH FORM COLLEGE? COLLEGE?

Brilliant choice and combination of subjects

As a specialist Sixth Form College, not only do we offer a wider choice of A Level subjects and vocational programmes compared to school sixth forms, students can also ‘mix and match’ these to suit their specific interests, abilities and aspirations.

Specialist support for students

As well as excellent academic support from teachers, every student has a dedicated personal tutor and access to learning support, careers advice, financial advice and counselling. All our staff are specialists in working with 16-19 year olds and are committed to helping each and every student to achieve their potential.

Excellent ‘extra-curricular’ activities

As part of our Coulsdon Plus Programme, students take part in activities such as: a range of sports including competitive teams; volunteering; fundraising for charities; running the Students’ Union; completing an EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) and so much more. There really are plenty of opportunities for students to get together and have some fun!

Great results and destinations for students

With a 100% pass rate over recent years, students make excellent progress, enabling them to go to the university of their choice, direct into employment or an Apprenticeship.

Ofsted GOOD

Our Ofsted report commended Coulsdon Sixth Form College as an overall ‘GOOD’ College. In fact all curriculum areas of the college that were inspected were commended as ‘GOOD’ too. So, whichever course you choose to study, it is ‘GOOD’.

Pathways into Higher Education

Now partnered with Croydon College, students can access Higher Education courses including degrees, apprenticeships and vocational short courses. With many students nowadays looking to live at home and reduce living costs, University Centre Croydon offers a great place to continue your education after College.

Employer Links – World of Work

The World of Work team work with more than 1,000 employers and we also have a resourced Careers Centre to ensure you have the best advice and opportunities. Whether it’s a work placement you need or advice on how to enter a particular field of work, we have got the industry contacts.

Pathways to Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is a training development programme tied to a job role. Apprentices work as a contracted employee and receive professional on-the-job training, earn while they learn, and gain nationally recognised qualifications, putting you on the first rung of the career ladder.