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Bristol's Sixth Form College

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Meet the Principal

Meet the Principal

Dear Students,

We are delighted that you are interested in applying to St Brendan’s Sixth Form College. We are an ambitious College with high aspirations for students and ourselves. The end of your time at your school or academy can appear both exciting and daunting, therefore, as you face a time of change, both in your academic and social life, it is essential that you make such important decisions with as much information at your fingertips as possible.

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Students at St Brendan's

A friendly college.

Our welcoming community sets us apart. A place of learning for 16-19 year olds only. Over 2,300 students from over 80 schools across Bristol, Bath and beyond.

100% focus on teaching and resources for this age group, with a mission building independent and confident young people. There’s always something to get involved in at St Brendan’s. Find out more.

Curriculum based on demand

St Brendan’s Sixth Form College offers over 60 courses across Level 2 and 3. From STEM, Social Sciences and Humanities to Performing Arts, Sports and Health and Social Care. Each student has a timetable built for them, and their choice of study.

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A Levels

Discover your perfect A-Level pathway today.

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Vocational Courses

Explore hands-on vocational options for you.

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Aspire Programme

Join the Aspire Programme and unlock your potential.

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Access to Level 3

Step up with our Access to Level 3 courses here.

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Student Voice

More than a Sixth Form - a community

George George

A-Level Psychology

"St Brendan's has given me so much confidence, both academically and personally. The support from teachers really helped me achieve more than I thought I could."

Shaheim Shaheim

A-Level Business Studies

"The community here is amazing — everyone is so welcoming, and there are loads of opportunities to get involved beyond lessons."

Lily Lily

A-Level Applied Science

"I loved the independence at St Brendan's. It really prepared me for university and helped me become more organised and motivated."

Lily Lily

A-Level Applied Science

"I loved the independence at St Brendan's. It really prepared me for university and helped me become more organised and motivated."

Transformative outcomes.

From every individual’s starting point, St Brendan’s offers support to help students progress onto their chosen path. With dedicated careers and progress tutor teams we offer a stepping stone for transformative futures.

Ofsted

69%

University offers

95%

Students going onto Russell Group

83%

Students achieving pass grades or higher

1716

Students achieving A*-B grades at L3

1716

Students going onto apprenticeships

940

Students achieving high grades in vocational courses at L3