Academic
Our boutique Sixth Form offers students a bespoke suite of A-Level options, Life Skills, careers and university advice.
During A Levels, all St James' students study three subjects. Additionally, all Sixth Form students participate in a Life Skills programme, which includes the skills necessary for university life and the opportunity to complete an extended independent project (EPQ) on a topic beyond the confines of their subject syllabuses.
Sixth Formers enjoy a range of sporting, service and leadership opportunities.
The courses being offered in the 2026/27 academic year are indicated below. The finalised Option Blocks are given to students and parents in the Lent term of Year 11
A-Level Options 2026 include*
Art, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, English Literature, Spanish, Geography, History, Mathematics, Music, Photography, and Physics.
*each year our options change depending upon student interest
A-Level Results
2026 Results
Our A-Level pass rate has increased over each of the past two years:
| Year | Pass Rate |
| 2026 | 89% |
| 2025 | 75% |
| 2024 | 58% |
At St James’, our small Sixth Form offers a personalised approach, with individual support and guidance to help students prepare for their next steps.
St. James' pupils successfully secured places at some of the UK's top universities, including
The University of Arts London, Northumbria University, Brighton University, Nottingham Trent University, Swansea University, the University of Westminster, and Sheffield Hallam University.
Well done to all of our Sixth Formers; we could not be prouder of what you have achieved.
