Bolton Sixth Form College
URN: 131867 • Bolton BL3 5BU
Overview
- Name
- Bolton Sixth Form College
- URN
- 131867
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stuart Merrills (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01204846215
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Town Centre Campus, Bolton BL3 5BU
Summary
Bolton Sixth Form College, located in the town centre of Bolton, is a specialist institution dedicated to students aged 16-19. It is the largest provider of A Level studies in the borough, offering a range of academic and vocational qualifications, including BTECs. The college prides itself on its culture of high aspirations and exceptional student achievements, with many graduates progressing to top universities or entering apprenticeships and employment.
The college's state-of-the-art facilities include modern classrooms equipped with the latest technology, art studios, a performance theatre, and a gym, all designed to support diverse learning needs. Bolton Sixth Form College has been recognised as a "Good" institution by Ofsted, which highlighted its safe environment and the development of students' confidence and resilience.
Bolton Sixth Form College values diversity and aims to provide an educational experience that promotes individual achievement. The college fosters a supportive community where both students and staff are encouraged to strive for excellence in their academic and personal pursuits.
The college's state-of-the-art facilities include modern classrooms equipped with the latest technology, art studios, a performance theatre, and a gym, all designed to support diverse learning needs. Bolton Sixth Form College has been recognised as a "Good" institution by Ofsted, which highlighted its safe environment and the development of students' confidence and resilience.
Bolton Sixth Form College values diversity and aims to provide an educational experience that promotes individual achievement. The college fosters a supportive community where both students and staff are encouraged to strive for excellence in their academic and personal pursuits.
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Nearby alternatives
- Bolton Wanderers Free School (45.2)
- North Bolton Sixth Form College (45.2)
- South College, Bolton (45.2)
- Bolton College (42.9)
Key details
- LA
- Bolton
- Age range
- 16 - 19
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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