Which schools in Darlington have a sixth form?

This guide lists 4 schools in Darlington offering post-16 education, including A-levels and vocational qualifications. Schools are ranked by inspection grade.

Can I attend a sixth form at a different school?

Yes — most sixth forms accept external applicants. Entry requirements vary by school and course but typically require specific GCSE grades. Check each school's sixth form admissions policy for details.

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Schools with Sixth Form in Darlington

State schools in Darlington offering A-levels, BTECs, and other post-16 qualifications. Includes 11–18 secondaries with sixth form provision and standalone sixth form colleges. Compare schools using our league tables.

8 schools in Darlington offer sixth form provision for post-16 study.

How these rankings workShow

Schools are sorted by their most recent Ofsted inspection grade (Outstanding first, then Good, then lower grades). Within each grade, schools are ordered by pupil numbers as a tiebreaker.

This ranking does not directly factor in exam results, parent satisfaction, or admissions difficulty. For exam-based comparisons, use our league tables. For individual school details, visit each school's profile page.

Data sources: Ofsted inspection reports, ISI inspection reports (independent schools), and official school census data. Updated regularly from government publications.

Note: From September 2024, Ofsted no longer awards single-word overall judgements for new inspections. Schools inspected before this date retain their legacy grade.

Rankings reflect publicly available government data and do not constitute a recommendation. The right school depends on your child's individual needs.

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