The Willink Sixth Form Application Process

The Willink Sixth Form Application process is show in the diagram below:

We would like the opportunity to discuss your options based on your current predicted grades. Once you have applied, we will invite you to an interview, where we can have discussion about your future.

Making an Application to The Willink Sixth Form:

• Current Willink Students: Current Willink Year 11 students will be able to apply online following an email they will receive. Students will be told when to look out for this email.

• New To Willink Students: We warmly welcome external applicants – applicants will be asked to complete an online application form. Application forms will be available here from Wednesday, 21 October 2026.

Key Dates

• Applications open on Wednesday, 21 October 2026. 

• Final deadline for applications: 15 January 2026

• Interviews can also be arranged for late applicants. 

Subject Option Blocks

How many subjects will I study and how do I choose these?

All students who study at The Willink Sixth Form study a minimum of three subjects.

• You will create your bespoke programme of study by selecting from a menu of choices. There are five blocks and you will choose one subject from three of these blocks.
• If a subject appears in more than one column then you should choose the block which creates the most complementary combination.
• If you wish to study four subjects then you will select only one subject from four of the five blocks.

These columns have been created based on historical patterns of the most popular and common combinations combined with the most flexible combinations to successfully pursue future pathways, professions and passions.

* only available as a fourth subject

What’s next?

• Speak to staff about your possible combinations if you are uncertain.
• Apply via the email we have sent you (Willink students) or the link on our website (students new to Willink) and select your preferred choices.
• We will have further conversations with you about that your choices when we meet you for interview.

The Willink Sixth Form Prospectus & Course Guides

Sixth Form Prospectus 

Our Sixth Form Prospectus is available to view here. Within it, we share insights into life at The Willink Sixth Form, our courses, enrichment opportunities, and student experiences. 

Course Guides 

Our Course Guides are now available. We offer 29 courses at A Level and Level 3, providing a wide range of options across multiple faculties. Click here to explore the exciting opportunities available to you and discover the subjects that best match your interests and future aspirations.

Sixth Form Open Evening

Every autumn term, we hold an Open Evening where students and their parents/carers can visit our school to learn more about Post 16 educational options at The Willink. This is an ideal opportunity to speak to our dedicated teachers, learn more about the course we offer, view our Sixth Form facilities, and talk to current Willink Sixth Form students about their experiences in our Sixth Form. We look forward to meeting you!

Our Sixth Form Open Evening will be on Wednesday, 21st October 2026 ahead of applications to join in September 2027. In the meantime, if you have any questions about our Sixth Form, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Last updated: October 2026