Developing remarkable people
Welcome to Berkhamsted Sixth Form
We nurture our students to become independent, motivated, and self-disciplined young adults who excel both at Berkhamsted and beyond.
Nick Cale, BA
Headteacher – Berkhamsted Sixth
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Awards
We are thrilled to announce that Berkhamsted School has been shortlisted for the Tes Schools Awards 2025 under the category of Best use of technology. The category focuses on the thoughtful and considered implementation of technology that has had a positive impact on the educational outcomes of students. This achievement comes after our use of ICT in teaching and learning was highlighted as an “area of significant strength” in our ISI report.
New Sixth Form
The new Sixth Form building at Castle Campus will provide the best possible environment for our students to not only learn, thrive and excel but one that will equip them for their future.
Academic
Academic
At Berkhamsted Sixth, students are encouraged to take a metacognitive approach to their own learning. We use the latest research in cognitive science, behavioural psychology and neuroscience to inform our teaching and to ensure that our students are best supported in their learning.
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Beyond the Curriculum
We aim to help our Sixth Form students to develop into adventurous, ambitious and resilient young adults who have the skills, confidence and courage to thrive beyond Berkhamsted.
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Sixth Form Boarding
Boarding at Berkhamsted offers both the experience of being part of a friendly, close-knit school community and access to outstanding facilities and resources.
BoardingNews
Berkhamsted Group, Boys, Girls, Sixth Form | 28.03.2025
Berkhamsted celebrates opening of new Sixth Form building
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Berkhamsted Group, Boys, Girls, Sixth Form | 27.03.2025
ISI report finds “significant strength” in use of ICT
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Berkhamsted Group, Boys, Girls, Pre-Prep, Prep, Sixth Form | 24.03.2025
Berkhamsted named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2025
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Berkhamsted Group, Boys, Girls, Sixth Form | 17.03.2025
Students set to “make a difference” at Academic Gala
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Berkhamsted Group, Boys, Girls, Sixth Form | 13.03.2025
Staff training session with Tamsin Greenway
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Berkhamsted Group, Boys, Girls, Prep, Sixth Form | 28.02.2025
Pupils coached by Oxford Rugby Club
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An entertaining afternoon celebrating music from stage & screen by our talented Symphony Orchestra! Congratulations to our Sixth soloists – Emma, Kai, Cindy and Lucy! A real treat on Mother’s Day!
Our new Sixth Form building is now in operation with Year 13 settling in this week! ✨
We’re proud to see our new Sixth Form students in a stunning space designed to inspire active learning, critical thinking, collaboration and communication.
This innovative new building features spaces that imitate modern, collaborative workplaces, preparing students for the world that awaits them. These include the ‘Future Zone’ (a workspace for aspiring entrepreneurs) and classrooms designed around the Harkness Model. This approach promotes student-led discussion, with teachers acting as facilitators to support deeper understanding and independence.
Take a look inside our state-of-the-art home for Sixth Form life. 🏫
Why Berkhamsted?
Because we nurture academic curiosity and encourage pupils to Aim High with Integrity and pursue their interests beyond the classroom.
Berkhamsted staff and pupils alike enjoyed an evening of delicious food and thought-provoking speeches at our annual Academic Gala this week.
We were delighted to welcome Mrs Nicola Stopps, Founder & CEO of Simply Sustainable, as our keynote speaker. She shared her expertise on ESG and sustainability, encouraging students to “be bold and make a difference.” 🌍✨
Following her speech, Sixth Form students took to the stage to deliver impressive talks on sustainability, covering everything from commercial aviation to cobalt mining. The evening concluded with a passionate Year 11 debate on environmental protest. 🗣️
The research, collation and presentation of their findings helped develop vital skills that are well regarded by universities and employers. Particularly for our students interested in sustainability, the evening was a chance to explore their passion and take the first step on the path to achieving their dream career.
Well done to all involved! 👏
Thanks to our Y12 students for promoting a ‘reading revolution’ in assembly this week! Great to see Toby in Y13 helping a Y7 boy to choose at the book swap!
On Safer Internet Day, our @berkhamstedsixth AI Ambassador, Tom, visited @berkhamstedprep to talk to Year 5 and 6 pupils about the benefits of AI and the ethical challenges it presents. 🤖
A huge thank you to Tom for delivering such an engaging and insightful session! 👏
Following the talk, pupils received the results of their Digital Art Challenge, with the winning entries beautifully framed.
🖼️Great work, everyone! 🎨
Why Berkhamsted Sixth?
Is it for our new state-of-the-art Sixth Form Centre?
Or for our academic and sporting excellence?
Or for our student-led learning philosophy?
Or for our extensive opportunities?
Visit us on Friday 21 March to find out why so many families choose us.
Book your Open Event place via the link in our bio.
Maths meets Art! ✨🎨
Vanessa, a talented Year 12 student, has been working in stretch on a stunning mathematical design of the Berkhamsted rose.🌹
We are hoping to incorporate this intricate piece into the renovation of the Newcroft lobby.
Using 48 equations 📐, advanced polar coordinates, and graphing software, Vanessa has achieved something far beyond the scope of A Level maths, truly a masterpiece of creativity and skill!
We are in awe of her effort and can’t wait to see this come to life. Incredible work, Vanessa! 👏
Huge thanks to Andrew Hart for coming to talk to our Year 12 Learning Leaders about graduate recruitment, interview techniques, resilience and career development planning. Andrew shared really useful information for our students to share with others, as they start to consider their future careers.
Great staff and student debate in super-curricular programme today. Thanks to Lauren, Blessing, Zoe, Jashan, Emilia and Mr Anker and Mrs Simons for showing us how it is done!
Banff 2024 recap – What a week our 6th formers have had in Canada!
Final week of term in Sixth! Bowling social, festive tea, Christmas quiz and hot chocolate and cookies on last day of term. Fund-raising whilst having fun! Over £400 raised for MSF (Doctors without Borders)! Have a wonderful Christmas!
Two glorious days in Banff Sunshine, Canada 🇨🇦, for our 6th form skiers and snowboarders
OPEN EVENTS
Why Berkhamsted?
Clearly an academically driven department […] the students get the support and encouragement to find and follow their own path whatever that may be – from setting up their own business or doing an apprenticeship.
The school delivers on its motto of ‘Developing Remarkable People’ – students are notably engaging and enjoy taking part in everything the school has to offer.
