Rochdale Sixth Form College
URN: 135659 • Rochdale OL12 6HY
Overview
- Name
- Rochdale Sixth Form College
- URN
- 135659
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julian Appleyard (since 2025)
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- College Road, Rochdale OL12 6HY
Summary
Rochdale Sixth Form College (RSFC) is a mixed further education institution located in Rochdale, rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in 2022. The college is known for its strong focus on student progress, consistently achieving high pass rates, with a recent figure of 99.2%. RSFC was also awarded Sixth Form College of the Year 2021 by the Times Educational Supplement, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence and student support.
The college offers a diverse curriculum designed to prepare students for higher education, with around 80% of graduates progressing to university. RSFC provides various enrichment opportunities, including trips, guest lectures, and workshops, to enhance students' learning experiences. Recent activities have included visits to major universities and cultural excursions, fostering a well-rounded educational environment.
RSFC prioritises student well-being and personal development, offering initiatives such as British Sign Language courses and mental health awareness events. The college encourages community involvement and aims to create a supportive atmosphere where students can thrive academically and socially. Applications for September 2026 are currently open, with upcoming open events for prospective students to explore the college.
The college offers a diverse curriculum designed to prepare students for higher education, with around 80% of graduates progressing to university. RSFC provides various enrichment opportunities, including trips, guest lectures, and workshops, to enhance students' learning experiences. Recent activities have included visits to major universities and cultural excursions, fostering a well-rounded educational environment.
RSFC prioritises student well-being and personal development, offering initiatives such as British Sign Language courses and mental health awareness events. The college encourages community involvement and aims to create a supportive atmosphere where students can thrive academically and socially. Applications for September 2026 are currently open, with upcoming open events for prospective students to explore the college.
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Nearby alternatives
- Rochdale Sixth Form College (65.7)
Key details
- LA
- Rochdale
- Age range
- 16 - 19
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- 2017-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 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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