Join our 6th Form

The Blue is one of the largest school sixth forms in Somerset with 250 students enrolled in the current academic year.   We are proud of our record working with our students to achieve high standards for all over many years.

We have consistently achieved outstanding results at A level, matched by similar success with our BTEC courses. 

Amongst the many advantages of joining The Blue, students benefit from experienced and well-qualified teaching staff, whole academic year teaching to the end of exams in Year 13 and a vibrant enrichment programme. 

As well as our own students, we welcome and encourage applications from students who have previously attended other schools or colleges in the area. 

Thinking of joining us this September 2026?

We are asking Y12 students to start at 8.45am on Wednesday 2nd September 2026.

If you have not previously applied and/or been offered a place, it is not too late to join us in Y12 this September 2026.  You are welcome to contact the school to arrange a meeting with our Sixth Form Team to discuss your options after your KS4 GCSE/BtEC results are published on Thursday 20th August 2026.  Our entry requirements remain the same, with options to retake English and maths GCSEs.  We will have an honest conversation with you about the expectations of the post-16 courses content and the right route for you.  At this stage, we may also need to discuss your preferred subject choices with you as the timetable is now in place, but will do our best to get the right fit with you.     

If you want to just explore your options or re-consider returning to or joining us, please contact the school via office@theblueschool.somerset.sch.uk and someone will get back to you to arrange an appointment (probably to take place on Tuesday 1st or Wednesday 2nd September). 

Thinking of joining us this September 2027?

Our 6th Form Open Evening for students interested in joining Y12 in September 2027 will be held on Thursday 5th November 2025 from 6.00pm to 8.00pm.  All are welcome to come and speak to subject specialist staff about their post-16 curriculum options.  Our aim is to provide you with the information you need to make the right choice for you. 

If you are unable to attend the Open Evening and/or want more information, please contact the school via  office@theblueschool.somerset.sch.uk.  A member of the sixth form staff team will contact you to find out more and arrange a meeting with you.

As well as our own students in Y11, we welcome and encourage applications from students who have previously attended other schools or colleges in the area. Our experience suggests that you will soon make new friends and settle in well at Y12.

All applicants will be invited to a meeting with the school's sixth form team to discuss their personal option choices.  A visit can also be arranged for students and their parents/carers who are new to the school. 

Please review our Sixth Form Prospectus via the link below.

Sixth Form Prospectus

Sixth Form - Application FormIf you have any questions, please contact  office@theblueschool.somerset.sch.uk in the first instance.