Why Northgate
We have a track record of success, in 2026, over 290 students from more than 30 different schools chose Northgate Sixth Form. From excellent exam results to flourishing personalities, here are some reasons for our widespread appeal:
High Quality
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In the summer, at 19th August 2026, 148 students held an unconditional firm offer of a place at university; 29% of those were at Russell Group universities. 1 student secured an Oxbridge place.
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Most classes are taught in groups of 20 or less. This allows our teachers to provide a more personal learning experience.
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Specialist staff – students are taught by teachers that are specialists in their subject.
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First-rate IT and study facilities with a high standard of specialist teaching areas.
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Arts Centre – home to modern dance and drama studios.
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Sports Centre – excellent sports facilities including a 400m athletics track and a fitness centre. Sixth Form students have access to Northgate Gym free of charge.
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Cafe 6 – is exclusively for Sixth Form students, located in our common room and open between 8am - 2pm everyday.
Lots of choices
- A wide range of subjects and possible combinations of subjects – 31 A Level and four Level 3 qualifications.
- Variety of challenging and fun extra-curricular opportunities: from sports to music to theatre.
As we are a large Sixth Form Centre, it is very rare for us to be in a position where we cannot run a subject that is advertised in the prospectus. However, if there are insufficient numbers of students to make a course viable we will contact students and let them know as soon as possible. A member of the Sixth Form Team will talk through other options and offer advice and support.
There’s help at hand
There are many ways we can support you:
Tutors
You’ll be part of a tutor group that meets daily for registration. During this time there will be an opportunity to discuss your academic and personal development.
The Office
Any questions or concerns can be discussed in the Sixth Form Office. Mr Alexander is the Head of Sixth Form, with three Assistant Heads; Miss Fowler, Mr Watson, Mrs Pope, and Miss Smith, our Admissions Officer are all happy to help.
Sixth Form Support Officer
Mrs Newbold is our Sixth Form Support Officer who manages attendance and is available to give emotional support when our learners face challenges. She is always on hand to advise students when they are facing difficulties and give advice on study practices and revision skills.
Confidential Support
We understand the sensitive nature of some things. This is why there is on-site counselling, community mentors and a caring pastoral team who are available and anything discussed is confidential.
Learning Support Department
If you have specific needs please contact Mrs Nunn, the Learning Support Team Leader with Sixth Form responsibility, at: LNunn@northgate.suffolk.sch.uk for an informal discussion.