Sixth Form Admissions
I’ve thoroughly enjoyed every moment, making the most of the many opportunities that came my way. From giving back to the community with work experience in Year 10, to developing my public speaking through LAMDA and debating, to trying out an array of co-curricular activities - Gordon’s has truly shaped me.
Welcome to this Sixth Form Admissions page on which you will find all the information you need to make your application to Gordon's Sixth Form.
Please visit the interactive map to explore the school and see further video presentations about the many aspects of Gordon's.
You will see the application form link below. This is for both internal Gordon's students and external applicants in Year 11.
Sixth Form applications for September 2026 must be submitted by 23 November 2025. Scholarship applications must be submitted by 14th November 2024.
Please also view the options guide and subject information section where you will find individual information booklets for each course that we offer.
Finally, at the bottom of this page you will find a list of all relevant documents including our admissions policy, entry requirements, over-subscription criteria and current charges.
OPEN EVENTS For 2026 Entry
Our Open Events are held during the Autumn Term and can be booked via this web page from June onwards. Due to the volume of applicants, please only book one event as the presentations are the same.
Open Evenings for both External applicants and current Year 11 Gordon's Students
The evening includes a presentation from the Senior Leadership team, an opportunity to talk to the teachers at their subject stands and to view the school facilities.
Tuesday 30th September 18:00 - 20:00. To book, please click here.
Thursday 9th October 18:00 - 20:00. To book, please click here.
Open Mornings for External applicants only
The morning includes presentations from the Senior Leadership team and a guided tour of the school to view the school facilities and teachers at work in their classrooms.
Tuesday 21st October 10:15 - 12:30. To book, please click here.
Tuesday 11th November 10:15 - 12:30. To book, please click here.
Admissions timeline for entry into sixth form September 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
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30th September 2025 and 9th October 2025 |
Sixth Form Open Evenings (External and Internal Students) |
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21st October 2025 and 11th November 2025 |
Sixth Form Open Mornings - External Students |
| 24th November 2025 | On-time deadline for all applications (Internal and External Students) |
| 23rd October/25th November 2025 |
Harlequins Assessment Day/Shortlisted Assessment |
| 14th November 2025 | Scholarship Application Deadline |
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24th to 28th November 2025 |
Sports Scholarship Assessment Week (exact date TBA) |
| December 2025 | Creative Arts Scholarship Assessment Day (exact date TBA) |
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January 2026
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Interviews for internal applicants Interviews for external applicants (Day Places)
Interviews and offers for external residential students to take place October – December 2025 |
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January 2026 |
Aptitude Assessment Evening |
| February 2026 | Conditional offer of a place in the Sixth Form to external and internal applicants |
| 27th February 2026 | Deadline for acceptance of conditional offers for all day applicants and Gordon's residential applicants. |
| July 2026 | Sixth Form Taster Day |
| 20th August 2026 | GCSE Results Day |
| 2nd September 2026 | Year 12 Induction Day |
| 3rd September 2026 |
Start of Term |
Boarding Categories
Day Boarding - Day Boarding students must be in school by 8.15 am ready for 8.20 am registration and can stay through until 7.30 pm Monday to Thursday and 7.00 pm on Friday. Sixth Form also have access to the library until 9.00 pm Monday to Thursday.
Weekly Residential Boarding - As a general rule, weekly boarders live at school from Sunday evening to Saturday lunchtime and return to school during the following Sunday evening, depending on exact school term dates. Weekly Boarders are not in residence for exeats and school holidays.
Full Residential Boarding – Full boarders live at school during term time. Full boarders are not in residence for exeats and school holidays.
In order for prospective students to demonstrate that they are eligible for a residential boarding place, they must meet one of the following criteria:
- full UK Citizenship; or
- a permanent or temporary UK Residency Permit with access to public funds; or
- have other approved access to public funds.
Please note that the scholarship programme is not intended as means of financial support for Sixth Form charges. For further information about our bursary programme for financial support please click here.