Life in the Sixth Form

Life in the Sixth Form 

At St Ignatius College Sixth Form, we are proud to offer a transformative experience rooted in our core values of Excellence, Ambition, Community, and Leadership. Our students thrive in a supportive and aspirational environment that prepares them for academic success and personal fulfilment. 

Excellence 

Our students learn in state-of-the-art, purpose-built facilities, designed to foster focus, collaboration, and high achievement. The atmosphere is one of hard work, discipline, and mutual respect, where students are challenged and supported to reach their full potential. 

Teaching is delivered by highly experienced subject specialists, whose expert knowledge and personalised feedback ensure that students consistently achieve outstanding results. St Ignatius College is regularly ranked among the top Sixth Form centres in the local area for Value Added, reflecting our commitment to academic excellence. 

Ambition 

We nurture the highest aspirations in our students through our extensive Ambition Programme, which provides tailored support for university and career pathways. Many of our students progress to leading institutions including Oxford, Cambridge, and other Russell Group universities, while others pursue successful careers in Medicine, Engineering, Law, Finance, Journalism, Technology, and the Creative Arts. 

Students benefit from: 

  • Individualised UCAS guidance and personal statement support 
  • Access to prestigious internships and work experience placements 

Opportunities to deepen academic potential through:  

  • The Brilliant Club 
  • The Scholars’ Programme 
  • Competitive summer schools such as: 
    • Sutton Trust Pathways (Law, Business, STEM, Medicine) 
    • King’s College K+ Programme 
    • UCL Target Medicine 
    • QMUL Chemistry Summer School 

Opportunities are regularly shared via form time and Google Classroom. Highlights include: 

  • Oxford and Cambridge visits 
  • Catenian Public Speaking Competition 
  • SEO London career development programmes 
  • JP Morgan internship offers 
  • Royal Courts of Justice visits
  • Arsenal University Fair 
  • Orwell Youth Prize for political and social writing 
  • Floreat Balliol Programme 
  • Future Scholars Programme 
  • Work Experience placements 

Leadership 

We believe in empowering students to become confident, responsible leaders. Sixth Form students take on a variety of leadership roles, including: 

  • Captaincy & Prefect Team 
  • Charity campaign organisation 
  • Mentoring and coaching younger students 

These experiences help students develop communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills—qualities highly valued by universities and employers. 

Community 

Our Sixth Form is a nurturing and inclusive community, where student wellbeing is central. Daily contact with our dedicated pastoral team ensures that every student feels supported, safe, and able to thrive. 

We promote holistic development through: 

  • Weekly sports and physical wellbeing activities 
  • A rich extra-curricular programme 
  • A curriculum that supports students academically, pastorally, spiritually, and emotionally 

We are proud to develop not only high-achieving students, but well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to society.