Sixth Form Near Adel

Welcome to the Sixth Form at Horsforth

Aspiration Meets Excellence: Sixth Form Education for Adel

Adel is an area that values high-level academic performance and personal development. For students in LS16, Horsforth Sixth Form is the natural choice for those aiming for Russell Group universities, Oxbridge, or competitive medical and legal pathways. We combine a relentless focus on grades with the “well-rounded” profile that top employers demand.

Excellence in the Heart of North West Leeds

Located just 5 minutes from Adel, our Sixth Form has established itself as the highest-performing state school for A Levels in Leeds (2022 & 2023). In 2025, our Average Grade achieved was a B, a testament to the “Greenhouse School” effect where students from Adel are nurtured to exceed their potential.

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In 2022 and 2023 we achieved the highest state school A Level results in Leeds

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In 2025, 39% of all A Levels grades awarded were A*-A

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The average grade achieved was a B across all subjects in 2025

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Of our students achieved A Levels at grades A*-B in 2025

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In 2025, 76% of our students progressed to Higher Education

Elite Enrichment: The Golf Academy

A unique draw for students from the Adel and North Leeds area is our Elite Golf Academy, run in partnership with Cookridge Hall Golf Club. Students can combine their academic studies with professional coaching from PGA-qualified experts. This program has already produced success stories, including students gaining full scholarships to prestigious US universities.

Beyond sports, our enrichment program offers over 100 activities including:

Sign Language & First Aid: Building vital life skills.
Student Council: Shaping the future of the school.
Peer Mentoring: Acting as a role model for the next generation.

The UCAS and Careers Journey

For Adel students, the goal is often the next big step. Our dedicated Careers and UCAS Co-ordinator provides one-to-one support for personal statements, mock interviews for Medics and Oxbridge candidates, and guidance for prestigious degree apprenticeships with global firms in Leeds and London.

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Why Join the Sixth Form at Horsforth

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Exam Results & Student Destinations

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Courses

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Curriculum

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Enrichment Programme

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Meet the Team

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Apply & Entry Requirments

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Support and Student Information

Sixth Form Open Evenings Near Adel

We are delighted to open our doors twice a year to offer prospective students and their families, the opportunity to see what makes us great.

Our two events are usually in the November and January of each academic year.

Campus Tours

If you miss our open evenings, don’t worry, we’d still love for you to come and see our sixth form campus for yourself. Find out about the wide range of courses we offer, our dedicated team and a vast range of enrichment opportunities. We normally run campus tours after our final open evening until February half term.

We’re not offering campus tours at the moment, but if you have any questions or would like more guidance, you’re very welcome to contact us by email: sixthform@horsforthschool.org

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