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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We’re proud to share that the Berkhamsted Schools Group has been named a finalist in three national awards this year.
- Independent School of the Year for Sporting Achievement – recognising the breadth and success of our pupils’ sporting accomplishments.
- School House Award for Mental Health and Wellbeing – celebrating our commitment to supporting the wellbeing of our community.
- School House Award for Sustainability – highlighting our focus on building a greener, more responsible future.
These shortlists reflect the dedication of our pupils, staff, and wider community to excellence, care, and innovation across every aspect of school life.
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, Girls, Sixth Form | 05.11.2025
Investing in Female Performance: PEBE Sports Bra Workshops
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Berkhamsted Group, Sixth Form, StoneX | 08.10.2025
StoneX Rugby and Lacrosse: A night to remember
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Berkhamsted Group, Sixth Form | 30.09.2025
“Oh, the places you’ll go!”- Berkhamsted International University Fair
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Berkhamsted Group, Boys, Girls, Heatherton, Pre-Prep, Prep, Sixth Form, Sustainability | 15.09.2025
Berkhamsted Schools Group announced as Top Three Finalist for two School House Awards
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It’s time to get your Mo on! 🥸
We’re supporting @movember this month to raise awareness and funds for men’s health, for all the dads, brothers, sons, and mates in our lives. 💙
Join the Berko Mo Bros and Sistas and make a difference, tap the link in our bio to donate!
Remember:
🪒 Start with a clean shave
🔎 Check out Movember’s amazing resources
😎 Earn those “Nice Mo, Bro!” shout-outs and full-on legend status around School
Grow well! 🥸😉
#Movember #BerkoMoBros #MensHealth #BerkhamstedSixth
📢Don’t miss out!
The registration deadline for Year 12 at Berkhamsted Sixth closes on Friday 17 October.
📅Deadline: Friday 17 October at 17:00
Register now for Year 12 entry in 2026.
👉Complete your child’s registration on our website.
🔗Link in the bio.
At Berkhamsted Sixth, we want pupils to understand the range of opportunities that exist after Sixth. One of these is attending a university or institution beyond the UK. 🌍
With expert guidance from our International Applications team, last year 30 pupils applied overseas, and every single one received an offer. From Ivy League scholarships and Division 1 sports in the USA, to universities in Tokyo and specialist courses in Europe, our students are proving that the world is wide open.
To inspire future pathways, Sixth Form and Year 11 pupils recently joined @theuniversityguys fair, where admissions reps flew in from Canada, the USA, and beyond. From English-taught courses in Europe, to hospitality schools and over 4,000 US colleges, pupils discovered that their perfect-fit university might be waiting outside the UK.
This was a wonderful opportunity for students to explore their international options and start to investigate their perfect university fit. 📚
#BerkhamstedSixth #StudyAbroad #SixthFormHertfordshire
We were thrilled to welcome @teamgb hockey player @stownsend7 MBE to Berkhamsted Sixth last week. 🏑
With 188 caps, a 12-year international career, and Olympic Gold (Rio 2016) & Bronze (Tokyo 2020) medals, Susannah shared her inspiring journey with us.
From the importance of consistency and commitment, to understanding your role within a team, Susannah spoke candidly about setbacks, resilience, and what it truly means to succeed together. Students reflected thoughtfully on her insights into leadership, supporting teammates, and finding strength on both good and bad days.
Thank you, Susannah, for an unforgettable and motivating visit! 💪
#BerkhamstedSixth #TeamBerko #SchoolSportHertfordshire
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?
Find out more at our Open Event on Thursday 18 September.
🎟️ Book your place via the link in our bio.
Last week, we were delighted to welcome MP Victoria Collins @liddemvictoria to the Zaha Hadid Forum to talk all things online safety with students from @berkhamstedsixth and Ashlyns Sixth.
As the Liberal Democrats’ spokesperson for Science, Innovation and Technology, Victoria is currently on her Safer Screens Listening Tour, engaging with schools on digital wellbeing.
💬 Our students, together with Ashlyns students, are leading a working group focused on building a safer digital world.
They spoke passionately about the impact of screens and social media on young people. They advocated for education, responsible use, and stricter regulation of online content rather than banning it outright.
Thank you to Victoria and Ashlyns for provoking such thoughtful and important discussion! 🙌
#OnlineSafety #SaferScreens #BerkhamstedSixth #AshlynsSixth
#smartphonefreechildhood
🎸A beautiful performance of ‘Normal Things’, written and performed by Barney at assembly this morning.
It was lovely for some of our Y12 Geographers to meet our Town Clerk, Sue Severn, and local Councillor, Garrick Stevens.
The learned about the challenges facing our town, the development of a neighbourhood and the planning process and how these interact with the proposed redevelopment of 162-192 High Street, Berkhamsted.
Sue and Garrick also told us that Berkhamsted Town Youth Council @berkhamstedtowncouncil is very keen to hear from students who want to help shape Berkhamsted’s future.
Huge thanks to Dale and the team at Understanding Recruitment – our Learning Leaders gained so much from all the information shared on recruitment, CVs and creating a personal brand. So much food for thought as they consider life beyond Berko.
🏘️ Huge thanks to Tim Matthews from @sorbonestates for answering questions from Year 12 Geographers about the proposed redevelopment of 162-192 High Street, Berkhamsted.
A wonderful opportunity to understand how what we’ve learnt in the classroom about urban renewal, housing issues and sustainability play out in real life, and to hear about property developing as a career.
A beautiful day at Studland Beach, Dorset for the Y12 biologists, measuring sand dune succession. Plus ice-cream afterwards!
It’s been a busy and inspiring week for our Learning Leaders!
They kicked things off with an introduction to coaching conversations, expertly led by our very own Mr. Anker.
They also took the lead in sharing the importance of emotional intelligence with all of Year 12 — drawing from their recent training with Georgie Fienberg of Exceptional Leadership.
These student leaders are passionate about exploring how EI and coaching can build the essential soft skills needed to thrive in the modern workplace. Future-ready and making a difference!
#berkhamstedsixth #teamberko #berkhamstedschool
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.
