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Bolton Sixth Form College
Town Centre Campus, Deane Road, Bolton, Lancashire, BL3 5BU, Bolton
Overview
Ofsted
Not available
Ages
16–19
Gender
Mixed
Summary
With 66% of students progressing to university, this sixth form college demonstrates a solid commitment to higher education pathways. However, only 9% of students advance to top-third universities, which may indicate a need for improvement in preparing students for more competitive options. Overall, the college offers a supportive environment for students aged 16-19, but parents might want to consider these factors when evaluating post-16 options.
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| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 66% | Above avg |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 9% | Below avg |
Based on 826 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
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53.57525, -2.43591 · BL3 5BU
School details
Local authorityBolton
RegionNorth West
URN131867
School typeFurther education
Websitewww.bolton-sfc.ac.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Bolton Sixth Form College rated by Ofsted?
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Is Bolton Sixth Form College a good school?
Bolton Sixth Form College scores –/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 0% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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