Ashton Sixth Form College is an ‘Outstanding’ college and the leading provider of post-16 education in the area (Ofsted, 2020). We offer over 50 A-Level and vocational courses, with state-of-the-art facilities and unrivalled opportunities for students.
In 2020, the Department for Education league tables placed us as the top performing college in the borough for the fourth year running and the fourth best college in Greater Manchester (DfE, 2020).
Ofsted 'Outstanding' college (2020)
Ranked in top 25% of colleges nationally over past three years
Over 750 A* or A grades were awarded to students (or equiv.)
100% pass rate for 38 courses
With over 50 A-Level and vocational courses to choose from you are able to tailor your study programme to suit you. Our teachers are specialists in their field. Their expertise and passion will ensure that you succeed academically and are supported throughout your college journey.
When you study at Ashton, you gain access to countless opportunities beyond the classroom including guest speakers, work experience, trips, visits, enrichment and more, better preparing you for your future career.
Visit our main website for a full list of courses and more information.
For an introduction to our college and an overview of student life, download our prospectus.
Visit our main website to check out a virtual tour of our campus.
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Open Evening
Tuesday 27th September 2022 5PM – 8PM
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Open Day
Saturday 15th October 2022 10AM – 1PM
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Taster Event and Parent Conference
Saturday 19th November 2022 – 10AM – 1PM
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Application deadline for courses starting in September 2023
Friday 16th December 2022
"My favourite thing about Ashton is the people. It’s a place you can openly be yourself. Enrichment is a great way of meeting new people within the college as well as being able to do a fun activity."
"My teachers have helped me every step in terms of pushing me to achieving my best and giving me feedback and support when needed."
Ashton Sixth Form College
Darnton Road
Ashton-under-Lyne
England
OL6 9RL
0161 330 2330
