At Blessed Thomas Holford, our Sixth Form is a vibrant, inclusive, and aspirational community where students are supported to flourish academically, personally, and spiritually. 

Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College established its Sixth Form provision in September 2011. Since its opening, the college has provided students with access to a comprehensive curriculum encompassing 25 A-Level and vocational qualifications. Our students demonstrate excellence across academic, personal, social, and spiritual dimensions of their development.

The college motto, "May God's love be our guide," is reflected throughout all aspects of Sixth Form life and underpins our educational philosophy.

Our Sixth Form is characterised by an environment of prayer, kindness, patience, perseverance, hope, and protection. Recognising that our young people represent our most valuable gift, we acknowledge that selecting an appropriate Sixth Form constitutes a significant decision for students and their families. We offer a stimulating and enriching curriculum designed to prepare students for post-18 pathways, complemented by high-quality pastoral support.

Upon joining our Sixth Form community, students are encouraged to explore the full breadth of their talents and capabilities. Whilst we are committed to supporting students in achieving their academic potential, we equally value personal development, self-discovery, and the cultivation of individual values. We aim to equip students with the faith, passion, abilities, and personal qualities necessary to make meaningful contributions beyond the college environment.

The two-year Sixth Form programme provides students with extensive opportunities for new experiences alongside rigorous academic study, ensuring a balanced approach that incorporates both challenge and enjoyment. We continue to foster the BTH family ethos within the Sixth Form and firmly believe that membership of our Sixth Form community extends beyond graduation, maintaining lifelong connections with our students.

Led by Mrs Gregson, Head of Key Stage 5, our Sixth Form offers a nurturing environment rooted in Catholic values, where every student is known, valued, and challenged to reach their full potential.

“Our Sixth Form is a place where students grow in confidence, character, and ambition. We are proud of the supportive relationships we build and the high expectations we set. Every student matters, and we work hard to ensure they leave us ready to succeed in their next steps.”

Why Choose Blessed Thomas Holford?

👐 Outstanding pastoral care

✝️ Strong Catholic identity

🎓 Excellent progression rates to university and employment

👥 A welcoming and respectful community

At Blessed Thomas Holford, our Sixth Form curriculum is designed to inspire, challenge, and prepare students for life beyond school. Rooted in our Catholic values, we offer a broad and balanced programme that supports academic excellence, personal growth, and spiritual development.

What do we offer?

Level 3 qualifications

Core RE 

Personal Development 

Supervised Independent Study

Together For Good

Work Experience 

Mentoring programme

Enrichment programme

Additional Qualifications - EPQ, Core Maths 

GCSE Resits to improve grades for Post-18 progression

We provide a wide range of A-Level and vocational courses to suit different interests, strengths, and career aspirations. Whether students are aiming for university, apprenticeships, or employment, our curriculum is tailored to help them succeed.

Subjects include:

• A-Level Courses: Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English Literature, History, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, Religious Studies, Art and more.
• Vocational Courses: Health & Social Care, TV and Film, Sport and Criminlogy. 

Students typically choose three subjects.

Personalised Pathways

We recognise that every student is unique. That’s why we offer:

Guided subject choices based on GCSE performance and future goals

Individual academic mentoring

Support for Oxbridge, Russell Group, and competitive apprenticeships

Enrichment & Formation

Our curriculum goes beyond the classroom. Sixth Form students take part in:

Faith formation and retreats

Leadership opportunities

Volunteering and mentoring

Work experience and careers guidance

These experiences help students grow in confidence, character, and compassion.