Why Choose The Blandford School

Choosing The Blandford School Sixth Form means joining a supportive, ambitious, and inspiring learning community. Our students benefit from excellent facilities, dedicated teaching staff, and a broad range of academic and enrichment opportunities tailored to individual interests and career goals. 

We pride ourselves on knowing each student personally, providing guidance and support every step of the way. With strong academic results, value-added performance in the top 1% nationally, and access to scholarships, re-sits, and enrichment activities, our Sixth Form equips students with the skills, confidence, and experiences they need to succeed in higher education, careers, and life beyond school.

How Do We Achieve This?

Our success is built on a foundation of high expectations for all, supported by consistent routines that promote strong learning habits and positive behaviour.

We understand that achieving excellence requires commitment, resilience, and practice — and we provide the expert guidance and nurturing environment needed to help every student reach their full potential.

What We Ask of You

We want you to choose a school where your child will grow, thrive, and feel a true sense of belonging. At The Blandford School, we believe that education is a partnership — and we ask our students to bring their best selves to school every day.

We expect every student to commit to their learning, to embrace challenge, and to make a consistent effort to meet our high expectations. We help them understand that learning is a journey — one that requires patience, perseverance, and purpose.

Together, we create an environment where students are supported to succeed and inspired to become the very best version of themselves.

"Excellence is not a destination; it is a continuous journey that never ends"

- Brian Tracy

Facilities

The Blandford School Sixth Form has its own dedicated area along with the excellent facilities available to the rest of the school. This includes:

  • Dedicated independent study area

  • Sixth Form computer room

  • Sixth Form laptops available to borrow

  • The Well – an additional independent study and social space

  • Close proximity to the school’s library

  • Access to a Careers advisor

  • A new 6th Form Centre

There are also several Faculty Study areas for Sixth Form students to use in their non-contact periods, equipped with suitable resources to aid their learning.

Sixth Form students also have access to the Bursary Fund to support the costs associated with

learning. For further details regarding the fund please contact the Sixth Form office or the school website. Whilst we do everything we can to support students both academically and pastorally it may be required that students buy their own text books.