Bolton Sixth Form College

A good further education school in Bolton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bolton Sixth Form College.

Bolton, BL35BU Ofsted: Good Age 16-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

53

/ 100

Sixth Form Only weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training
52.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 58.0%
Sustained employment
42.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 19.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
17 October 2023
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Town Centre Campus
Deane Road
Bolton, BL35BU
Phone
1204846215
Website
bolton-sfc.ac.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
131867
Type
Further education
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
Town Centre Campus, Deane Road, Bolton, BL3 5BU
Website
www.bolton-sfc.ac.uk
Age range
16-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
58.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
19.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
7.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
13.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
56%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
870 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
7.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Sports / Movement Science (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★★★★
(11 students)
Spanish (GCE A level)
★★★★★
(6 students)
Art & Design (VRQ Level 3)
★★★★ ★
(7 students)
Law / Legal Studies (BTEC National Extended Certificate L3 - Band F - P-D*)
★★★★ ★
(40 students)
Business Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★★★ ★
(46 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Head Teacher's Message

The Sixth Form Bolton positions itself as a high-aspiration, high-achievement institution with a focus on outstanding teaching, extensive enrichment and strong student support. The principal emphasizes preparing students for university, apprenticeships or employment, and highlights the inclusive, progress‑oriented culture and opportunities for personal development.

Facilities

All classrooms fitted with the best technology and interactive screens Art studios Photography darkroom Centralised printing facilities Ground floor Bistro and Rooftop Restaurant serving fresh food and drinks catering for diverse dietary requirements Gym and fitness suite Learning Resource Centre and Quiet Study Areas Microsoft 365 - Access to Email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint with cloud storage Performance Theatre & Dance Studio Quiet study areas State-of-the-art Music Technology studio 6 state-of-the-art Science Laboratories Open access areas with computers and self-service laptop lockers 18 iPad caddies for use in lessons Gallery

Curriculum Highlights

Three pathways: Academic (A Levels and AAQs) and Vocational courses Ability to mix A Levels, AAQs and Single Vocational subjects to broaden qualification options Universities welcome applications from both Academic and Vocational qualifications

Admissions Criteria

Entry requirements for September 2026: A LEVELS/AAQS require three A Levels and/or AAQs with a minimum of two GCSEs at grade 5 and three at grade 4, including English Language and Mathematics. Four A Levels require at least six GCSEs at grade 7, 8 or 9 including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above. SINGLE/DY VOCATIONAL ADVANCED LEVELS may be taken alongside A Level or AAQ courses and follow the same criteria. TRIPLE VOCATIONAL ADVANCED LEVELS require a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 9-4, including a grade 4 in GCSE English and a minimum grade 3 in Mathematics. Individual subject entry requirements apply (e.g., specific GCSE grades for subjects like Mathematics, English, Science, Modern Languages, etc.).

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