Sixth Form College

Ofsted November 2023

'Students in the Sixth Form experience a high-quality curriculum that is well matched to their needs ...

and as a result they achieve well'

Assistant Headteacher

Head of College

Mr J Hallam

Our Sixth Form College provides an ambitious and enjoyable experience that produces excellent outcomes in the classroom and in the wider community. We pride ourselves on our student-centred approach, high-quality teaching and the extensive opportunities we provide to our students.

Firstly, thank you for your interest in Plume College, I understand that your Post-16 decision is extremely important and I hope that you will consider joining us in September 2025. In my opinion, a Sixth Form College should be an inspiring and engaging learning environment that fosters talent and provides the high quality teaching and guidance to enable students to access their full potential. At Plume College, we combine the academic rigour of a Sixth Form with the freedom and flexibility of a College. Plume College has a history of high achievement, with the 2024 outcomes ranking in the top 10% of the country, I believe this is a result of the culture and ethos that makes Plume College what it is. When I joined Plume, I set out a vision for a ‘successful, supportive and student-centred college’. One of our greatest assets is the level of pastoral support we offer students. Whilst we are highly ambitious and encourage our students to excel, we live by the philosophy that a students’ first priority is their health and happiness, if this is achieved, success will follow. Plume College students have access to their own dedicated study spaces, library and canteen. As well as these excellent facilities, Plume College students have access to outstanding collective support from our College team and expert teachers in their subjects.

Mr J Hallam

Assistant Headteacher: Head of College

Post-16 Press Release – Thursday 14 August 2025

Fantastic Examination Results!

Plume Academy is delighted to announce superb A Level and Level 3 examination results, reflecting the dedication and hard work of our students and staff over the past two years. These fantastic results empower our students to pursue their next steps, whether entering the workforce or advancing to higher education. Inclusion remains central to Plume Academy’s Post-16 provision. We intentionally set relatively low minimum entry requirements for our A Level courses compared to other schools and colleges, enabling many students to achieve remarkable personal outcomes relative to their starting points. A significant number of students have applied to university, with many securing placements at prestigious Russell Group institutions. We are particularly pleased to announce that every student who applied for university has secured a place, with the majority achieving their first choice offers.

Top Year 13 Achievers:

Rachel M.
Subjects: Mathematics A*, Psychology A*, Biology A
Post-18 Destination: Psychology at Loughborough University

Emily C.
Subjects: English Language A*, Biology A, Chemistry A
Post-18 Destination: Medicine at Queen Mary, University of London

Poppy B.
Subjects: Product Design A*, Mathematics A, Geography A
Post-18 Destination: Architectural Studies at Cardiff University

Ben S.
Subjects: Mathematics A*, Further Mathematics A, Physics A
Post-18 Destination: Mathematics at University of Exeter

Harley G.
Subjects: Business A*, CTech IT D*, Computer Science B
Post-18 Destination: Progressing to university

Natalie C.
Subjects: Geography A*, Sociology A, English Literature B.
Post-18 Destination: Environmental Sciences at University of East Anglia (UEA)

Aaron M.
Subjects: Business A*, Law A*, Mathematics C
Post-18 Destination: Politics at University of Leeds

Mr. Baster and Mrs. Clark, Joint Heads of Academy, stated, “We are exceptionally proud of the results achieved by our college students this year. Their hard work, resilience, and commitment have truly paid off.”

They added, “These outcomes are a testament to the collaboration between our students and our skilled staff, alongside the invaluable support from parents and carers. It has been a privilege to work with them all, and we are immensely proud of what they have achieved together. We wish them a bright, happy, and successful future.”

Mr. John Hallam, Assistant Headteacher and Post-16 Lead, remarked, “I would like to extend my congratulations to our remarkable college students on this excellent set of results. It has been heartwarming to see so many delighted students collecting their results this morning, and it’s fantastic to witness so many securing their first-choice university, college, or apprenticeship.”

Mr. Hallam concluded, “As an academy, we take immense pride in the achievements of our Post-16 students. Working alongside staff, parents, and carers to help our students reach their full potential has been a privilege. I wish all our Year 13 leavers the best of luck as they embark on their next journeys, and I thank them for their hard work and commitment during their time at Plume Academy.”