Dixons Free Sixth Form - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Dixons Free Sixth Form
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Dixons Free Sixth Form
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Trident BD5 7JR
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Education programmes for young people | Outstanding |
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University Application Support: Students are well-prepared for their next steps, with most going on to study in higher education, including at prestigious universities.
Support for Apprenticeships/Workforce: The vast majority of students go on to higher education, with the remainder beginning higher-level apprenticeships or moving into employment.
Career Advice and Guidance: Students receive highly valuable careers advice and guidance from an onsite careers adviser and attend guest speaker sessions.
Policies and Procedures: Leaders take effective steps to ensure students are safe and know how to keep themselves safe. Safeguarding concerns are swiftly followed up.
Training of Safeguarding Leads: Those responsible for safeguarding are trained well and have the necessary experience for their role.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Students value the secure environment and the zero-tolerance policy to bullying and harassment.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Students take part in enrichment opportunities linked to academic subjects and attend weekly lectures on diverse topics.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Students participate in community activities like volunteering as reading mentors and environmental projects.
Academic Performance: Most students achieve high grades and make excellent progress from their starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students' behaviour is extremely polite and respectful, embracing the concept of 'studentship'.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers provide consistently high-quality teaching and use a range of methods to develop students' knowledge and skills.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Teachers assess students' understanding frequently and provide highly effective support both during and between lessons.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders conduct quality assurance activities and provide additional training to benefit staff and students.
STEM Facilities: The college provides A-levels in sciences and mathematics, which are popular among students.
School Culture and Ethos: Students thrive in a positive and welcoming environment that celebrates diversity, culture, and individuality.
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Dixons Free Sixth Form is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 1219 students from age 16-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 26 : 1.
92.90% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) |
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| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Outstanding |
| Age range | 16-19 | 16-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 26.7 | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 8.80% | 9.30% |
| Day Fees | - | - |
A level exam result
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| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.09 | 26.82 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.71 | 24.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.80% | 9.83% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 283 | 190 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 84% | 62.41% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 6.65% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 14.47% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 11.94% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.92 | 26.15 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.38 | 26.97 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.0% | 14.89% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1 | 212 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 60.39% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.17% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 8.78% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 10.44% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
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Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Students Teachers
26 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dixons Free Sixth Form
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
