Developing remarkable people

Berkhamsted Sixth Form is a co-educational independent day and boarding sixth form for students aged 16+. A dynamic and diverse community that offers a stimulating and supportive transition between school and university.
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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 our Berkhamsted School is a finalist for four prestigious awards: the Independent School of the Year for Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ), the Prepared for Life Award in the Muddy Stilettos Best School Awards, the School House Mind & Mental Health Champion Award, and the School House Sustainability Champion Award. These recognitions highlight our unwavering commitment to excellence, inclusion, mental well-being, and sustainability, reinforcing our dedication to providing the best possible environment for every student.

 

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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Co-Curricular

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.

Boarding

News

Remarkable Sporting Success

Remarkable Sporting Success

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Berkhamsted celebrates opening of new Sixth Form building

Berkhamsted celebrates opening of new Sixth Form building

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ISI report finds “significant strength” in use of ICT

ISI report finds “significant strength” in use of ICT

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Berkhamsted named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2025

Berkhamsted named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2025

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Students set to “make a difference” at Academic Gala

Students set to “make a difference” at Academic Gala

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Staff training session with Tamsin Greenway

Staff training session with Tamsin Greenway

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Pupils coached by Oxford Rugby Club

Pupils coached by Oxford Rugby Club

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  • 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. 🏫

    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. 🏫

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    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! 🎨

    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! 🎨

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    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.

    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.

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    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.

    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.

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    Banff 2024 recap - What a week our 6th formers have had in Canada!

    Banff 2024 recap – What a week our 6th formers have had in Canada!

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    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!

    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!

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    Two glorious days in Banff Sunshine, Canada 🇨🇦, for our 6th form skiers and snowboarders

    Two glorious days in Banff Sunshine, Canada 🇨🇦, for our 6th form skiers and snowboarders

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    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.

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