Why this school could fit you
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- University progression rate
- High expectations aspiration
- Sixth form provision
- Pastoral care structure
- Safeguarding commitment
- Designated safeguarding lead
- Gcse results
- Business and industry partnerships
- Dedicated send support
- Inclusive for all
- Comparative national ranking
- Complex learning needs
- Mental health wellbeing provision
- External agency partnerships
- Notable university destinations
- Duke of edinburgh award
- Named core values motto
- Character personal development
- Academic outcomes
- Whole school enrichment ethos
- Safeguarding central to ethos
- Sixth form enrichment
- Social emotional life skills development
- Careers guidance and transition
- Mentoring schemes
- A Level or BTEC study options delivered by experienced Post 16 Select staff a...
- School trips and visits
- Small school community
- Positive results announcement
- Higher education progression
- Careers guidance and ucas support
Welcome to Barr's Hill School
Your choice of course at Post 16 is one of the most important decisions you will make in your life; it can help to determine your university, your career, your future. We have years of experience of getting students into the best universities and on to the most appropriate courses, which is why we currently have over 600 students choosing us to help them achieve their very best. Our dedicated staff are committed to ensuring every student reaches their full potential through personalized support and excellent teaching.
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Sixth Form
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,038 Total
No. of Boys
569 (54.8%)
No. of Girls
469 (45.2%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
17.5%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
N/A
A*/A grades
N/A
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
71%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
6%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
Show all coursesArt and Design (Fine Art)
Art and Design (Photography)
Biology
Business Studies
Business Studies
Chemistry
Computer Architecture / Systems
+16 more courses available
Events
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A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.
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Admissions Process
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Key Dates & Deadlines
Sep 2, 2024
Inset Day|Sep 2
Oct 28, 2024
Autumn Half Term|Oct 28 - Nov 1
Dec 23, 2024
Christmas Break|Dec 23 - Jan 3
Jan 3, 2025
Inset Day|Jan 3
Feb 17, 2025
Spring Half Term|Feb 17 - Feb 21
Apr 7, 2025
Easter Break|Apr 7 - Apr 18
May 5, 2025
May Day Bank Holiday|May 5
May 26, 2025
Summer Half Term|May 26 - May 30
Jul 24, 2025
Summer Break|Jul 24 - Sep 1
Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
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Alumni Stories
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Enrichment Activities
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