Why Choose Esher?
We deliver outstanding teaching and learning for 16-19 year olds in South West London and Surrey. We are non-selective, open access and offer over forty A Level and BTEC National courses. Our high levels of achievement mean we are the perfect stepping stone to university, apprenticeships and employment.
We were awarded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in 2022 – a clear indication of the excellent results our students consistently achieve. And while our exam results are impressive, two external measures (DfE and ALPS) also show that the progress and outcomes of Esher Sixth Form College students exceed expectation. Full details of our 2024 examination results are available.
Outstanding examination results are one reason why Esher Sixth Form College is likely to be one of your choices, but we are also committed to a broader educational experience. We have summarised the headline points relating to the breadth of the student experience, below.
Our teachers are 16-19 specialists – they are experts in their subject, passionate about their field and understand the wider and specific needs of this age group
Over 40 A level and BTEC National courses to choose from – this gives you outstanding choice and flexibility in putting together your individual study programme, including combining A level and BTEC courses (see Our Courses)
A comprehensive enrichment and extension offer – including our complementary studies and progression pathways, subject-related trips and visits, and the popular Wider Skills Week at the end of the academic year (see Extension Studies)
An extensive and highly regarded student support service – which is focused on the specific needs of 16-19 year olds
A more mature and diverse learning community, consisting entirely of 16-19 year old students – you will be treated as a young adult and have more opportunities for personal development (see Student Life and Extension Studies )
Expert advice on options after Esher – whether you plan to go on to higher education, an apprenticeship, a gap year or or employment, our Progression Guidance team will support and advise you on a successful progression that’s best for you (see Progression and Careers )
Outstanding facilities – as you will see when you visit us, the College has incredible facilities and resources of offer – from our state-of-art dance studio, 3G all-weather football pitches and College Theatre to our high tech specialist music building, media studios and design workshops.
Excellent preparation for university – the Esher Sixth Form College learning experience and opportunities for personal development help our students to succeed at degree level. Data from the Higher Education Statistics Agency shows that 89% of the last cohort of former Esher Sixth Form College graduates achieved a first or an upper second
