Which schools in Dumfries and Galloway have a sixth form?

This guide lists 16 schools in Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway

Scotland does not have sixth forms. Scottish secondary schools typically educate pupils through S5 and S6 (ages 16–18) as part of the main school. Compare schools using our league tables.

21 schools in Dumfries and Galloway offer sixth form provision for post-16 study.

How these rankings workShow

Schools are sorted by their most recent Education Scotland inspection grade (Excellent 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: Education Scotland inspection reports, and official school census data. Updated regularly from government publications.

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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Scotland does not use the sixth form system.

Scottish secondary schools typically educate pupils through S5 and S6 (ages 16–18) as part of the main school, offering Highers and Advanced Highers.

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