We believe that your Sixth Form years should be the most stimulating and academically demanding of your school life, giving you a greater level of freedom ahead of your time at university.
Start your journey
At Winchester College, you’ll be immersed in an environment where intellectual curiosity is celebrated, debate is encouraged, and scholarship thrives.
Surrounded by like-minded peers and guided by inspirational teachers, you’ll go beyond the confines of the syllabus, engaging with ideas that challenge, excite, and prepare you for a future of influence and impact.
Most importantly, as Sixth Form entrants you will join a school with more than 600 years of history and a deeply embedded culture of manners, kindness and acceptance.
We look forward to welcoming you.
“A typical Wednesday could consist of a full day of lessons, a music lesson, a netball training session, a talk or a concert in the evening and that’s so much more than I used to do.”
“Coming to a boarding school was a unique experience for me. I settled in very quickly as I had a tight-knit group of people around me in the boarding house and the support there if I needed it.”
“Going to universities overseas was always something I had in mind, but Winchester really opened that door for me.”
Academic achievement
Winchester provides a uniquely broad education, designed to stretch and inspire you.
Our expert subject specialists, teaching in small class sizes, will push you beyond the limitations of the A-level syllabus, equipping you with the analytical skills and depth of knowledge needed for university entry and beyond.
Through ‘Div’, our unique programme of non-examined cultural inquiry, you’ll transcend disciplines and explore ideas unrestrained by conventional academic boundaries to develop the intellectual agility required to shape the future.
Founder’s Scholarships are available to new pupils joining the Sixth Form and are awarded purely on academic merit and are not means-tested. Recipients benefit from a 25% remission of school fees.
Sixth Form achievements 2025
44
%
A-Level grades A*
92
%
A-Level grades A*-B
75
%
A-Level grades A*-A
25
Pupils achieved 4+ A* at A-Level
6
Pupils achieved 5 A* grades at A-Level
39
Oxbridge offers
47
US University offers
Day & Boarding
Making the most of your time
We offer both day and boarding options for Sixth Form pupils, including welcoming our first Sixth Form girl boarders into two purpose-built boarding houses from September 2026 – an exciting new chapter in our history. On joining, day pupils will become a member of one of the school’s boarding houses to ensure seamless integration into school life.
In an era of increasing pressures and distractions, full boarding at Sixth Form gives you the time to pursue your interests, build the independence required to navigate the modern world, and develop lifelong friendships with peers from a diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
HEAR FROM OUR SIXTH FORMERS
- Wisdom
- Maya
- Arthur
- Will
- Kansola
Extra-Curricular
Outstanding pursuits
As a Sixth Form pupil at Winchester, there is an unparalleled number of extra-curricular opportunities for you to explore, with dedicated time every afternoon to pursue them.
You’ll lead and take part in our extensive range of clubs and societies – from welcoming speakers from the world of politics, business and the natural environment to societies focused on entrepreneurship, journalism and AI, to name but a few.
All pupils also take part in a service-led activity once a week, such as Community Service or the Combined Cadet Force (CCF), making meaningful contributions to society a core part of your Winchester experience.
Pastoral Care
Behind you, all the way
Nothing is more important to us than your wellbeing. That’s why pastoral care lies at the heart of our community.
Your House becomes an extended family, with housemasters, housemistresses, matrons and tutors offering guidance and support throughout your time here. Close by, you’ll also be able to make use of the Health and Wellbeing Centre which is staffed by a team of medical professionals, including nurses, our School Doctor and counsellors.
Within this close-knit community, lifelong friendships are formed, and you’ll receive all the encouragement needed to succeed academically, socially, and personally.
Futures
Life beyond Winchester
Since the school was founded in 1382, Winchester has developed pupils who go on to shape society.
That continues today, where you’ll benefit from our Futures programme: designed to empower you with personalised university and career advice. Winchester pupils consistently gain places at the world’s leading institutions, from Oxbridge to Ivy League, as well as a range of prestigious global universities.
Meanwhile, a series of alumni expert panels connect you with an extensive network of Wykehamists across industries worldwide, helping to prepare you to go on and make a meaningful impact in the world.
Financial Support
We welcome bright, inquisitive pupils, irrespective of background.
We have a substantial bursaries programme, which can cover 100% of school fees and additional costs for eligible pupils.
The Wykeham Award is a dedicated bursary available for those pupils who join us in the Sixth Form and are currently studying at a UK state secondary school.
