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NULS Sixth Form is Staffordshire’s highest performing Sixth Form. With record-breaking A-Level results, superb facilities and a proven track record of preparing our students for university and careers, we provide an outstanding and tailored education at this crucial stage.
Conveniently located in Newcastle-under-Lyme and readily commutable from Staffordshire and Cheshire, we warmly welcome students who have studied at Newcastle-under-Lyme School, in addition to those who are experiencing NULS for the first time at Sixth Form entry.
Our Sixth Form is a supportive independent school Sixth Form which enables students to blend academic excellence with an enriching co-curricular life. With our diverse suite of A-Levels to choose from and a personalised approach to university preparation and Degree Apprenticeships, it is clear why NULS Sixth Form is Staffordshire’s highest performing Sixth Form.
We offer a broad range of A Levels that students can choose from and we ensure that every Sixth Form student at Newcastle-under-Lyme School finds subjects to match their passions and ambitions.
From Fine Art to Further Maths, Politics to Psychology and Drama to Design & Technology, the breadth of choice enables our students to excel academically whilst pursuing personalised pathways towards top universities, including Russell Group and Oxbridge destinations.
Our state-of-the-art Sixth Form Centre includes a modern common room and workrooms, providing inspiring spaces to learn and socialise. Students enjoy access to our multi-million-pound sports complex, newly refurbished theatre, cutting-edge science labs, and specialist creative studios, which provide inspiring spaces to learn, perform and create.
We place much value on the preparation that we provide to our students for their future careers and are committed to providing high quality and comprehensive information, advice and guidance to each individual in our Sixth Form.
Many of our students are committed to careers in Law, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science and Engineering. To support these ambitions, we offer highly regarded Pre-Med, Pre-Law and Pre-Engineering pathways. Our Pre-Med Programme is recognised as one of the most successful in the West Midlands.
Additional societies include our Elite Athlete Programme, NULS New Creatives and NULS Performing Arts which all help to enrich our students’ academic development and further boost their employability prospects for the future whether that be at university or through a Degree Apprenticeship.
Our students are supported through the whole university application process by our dedicated Careers team, who enable them to successfully navigate the UCAS process, complete university applications, and/or access Degree Apprenticeships.
We’re incredibly proud of our A-level students and the quality of their destinations and future pathways. In recent years locations have included Russell Group and Oxbridge Universities, in addition to degree apprenticeships with destinations including Tesco, JCB and Fisher German.
We specialise on the vast experience and expertise we have within our School, to give our talented students the support they need to fulfil their aspirations for the future.
Our approach to teaching and student support works! Our Class of 2025 were exceptional beating a decade old record within the school with 81% of all results at the prized A* to B grades and 91% of our students gaining places at their universities of choice.
At NULS Sixth Form in Staffordshire, our class sizes are purposely smaller to provide our students with much more personalised learning and attention. Our Sixth Form enables students to enjoy the best of both worlds; the support and guidance of a school that they can rely on, whilst enjoying the freedom and focus of Sixth Form life.
Our nurturing ethos is a hallmark of a NULS education which runs through to our Sixth Form. Students develop close bonds with our teaching faculty and are prepared for the demands of the outside world and their future careers.
At NULS Sixth Form, our students are busy, fulfilled and encouraged to make the most of the opportunities provided to them through our enrichment and extracurricular opportunities.
Our independent Sixth Form near Stoke-on-Trent offers Duke of Edinburgh and Orchestra to Model United Nations and Combined Cadet Force. Our students’ lives are enriched with experiences that develop leadership, teamwork and creativity.
These activities go hand in hand with academic study, helping students build confidence, resilience and skills that prepare them for university, careers and life beyond Sixth Form.
In addition to our enrichment and extracurricular opportunities, our Sixth Form students also take on valuable leadership roles within the school. Further Senior Leadership opportunities and Co-curricular and Sports Captains provide students with the opportunity to build independence, confidence and leadership skills – qualities highly valued by top universities and employers alike.
As the leading independent Sixth Form near Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire and Cheshire, Newcastle- under- Lyme is well connected for families across the Midlands.
We operate a number of bus routes which offer a convenient and safe method of getting students to and from our site. Our routes are routinely reviewed to ensure that we are meeting the demand and that we can collect students as close as practical to their home addresses.
If you are a student looking for September 2025 admission to our Sixth Form, it’s not too late to apply and we would be delighted to hear from you. Contact our Admissions Registrar to find out more (Ms Barcroft – 01782 631179).
The best way to find out about our Sixth Form is to come and visit us during our open events.
We are delighted to be opening our doors to our outstanding Sixth Form this Autumn. Join us at our Open Evening at 6pm on Thursday 9 October and experience our outstanding Sixth Form which has a track record of producing exceptional results at A-Level.
Book your Sixth Form Open Evening place here.
We are also excited to invite future medics from across the area to take part in our Pre-Med Conference on Saturday 4th October. The Conference, which is free for students to attend, aims to provide guidance and advice to aspiring Medics and Dentists, with the opportunity to listen to a range of expert speakers and professionals such as working consultants in orthopaedics and rehabilitation and a clinical lead in prosthetics.
Secure your free place at our Pre-Med Conference here.
As a Sixth Form, it is our aim to ensure that exceptional students from all backgrounds have the opportunity to flourish as part of our unrivalled school community. We are proud to offer a range of bursaries and scholarships designed to recognise talent and widen access to Newcastle-under-Lyme School at Senior School and Sixth Form level. It is important to note that final and formal uptake of a bursary or scholarship by a student will depend on the candidate fully meeting our school’s academic entrance requirement.
Our Admissions Registrar is able to provide more information regarding our bursaries and scholarships.
Newcastle-under Lyme School Sixth Form is Staffordshire’s highest performing Sixth Form – the top choice for ambitious students from across the Midlands. With outstanding academic results, expert teaching and exceptional enrichment opportunities, our Sixth Form prepares students for success at university, in careers and beyond.
We look forward to welcoming you to our Sixth Form.
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions from students and parents about our independent Sixth Form in Staffordshire, covering A-levels, admissions, enrichment and more.
We offer a wide range of A-Levels from Sciences and Maths, to Fine Arts, Humanities and Languages. The breadth of subjects available to our students ensures that every Sixth Form student can pursue subjects that match their interests and career ambitions. Not sure what you would like to study? We have a dedicated team of staff who will guide you if you feel like you need more information and guidance.
Yes, our Sixth Form welcomes both current NULS students and external students from across Staffordshire, Stoke on Trent, Cheshire and beyond. Our Sixth Form is vibrant and welcoming, you will feel at home and will benefit from our outstanding academic and co-curricular offer.
Our personalised approach includes small class sizes, expert teaching, tailored university guidance and specialist pathways such as our renowned Pre-Med, Pre-Law and Pre-Engineering programmes.
Many of our Sixth Formers progress to Russell Group and Oxbridge universities or competitive degree apprenticeships.
Sixth Form students can take part in Duke of Edinburgh, Model United Nations, Orchestra, Combined Cadet Force, debating, sport, drama and more.
These opportunities help students develop leadership, teamwork and resilience alongside their A-level studies.
Our Sixth Form is based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, close to Stoke-on-Trent and within easy reach of Cheshire and Shropshire.
We also run dedicated bus routes to make travelling to our independent Sixth Form convenient for families across the region.
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