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Why Choose Blessed William Howard Catholic Sixth Form?
Our Sixth Form at Blessed William Howard Catholic High School is where ambition meets opportunity; we believe every student has the potential to flourish academically, personally, and socially. Guided by our mission to develop a Love of God, Love of people, Love of learning, and Love of Life, we empower you to become confident, resilient, and intellectually curious individuals.
Here, rooted in our Catholic values, you'll not only gain exceptional academic qualifications but also develop the critical thinking, leadership skills, and global awareness needed to excel in your chosen pathways – whether that's university, apprenticeships, or the world of work. We are committed to providing an exceptional educational experience that prepares you not only for your next steps, but for a lifetime of growth and contribution.
Here’s how we empower our Sixth Form students:
- Personalised pathways to success. We provide comprehensive guidance and individualised support to help you confidently navigate your post-16 choices, ensuring you make informed decisions about your academic and career aspirations.
- Mastering independent study. We equip you with the essential independent study skills needed for a smooth and successful transition from GCSE to advanced level qualifications, preparing you for the demands of higher education.
- Opening doors to your future career. We foster strong connections with external careers advisory services and actively encourage valuable work experience opportunities, giving you practical insights and a competitive edge for your chosen path.
- Expert support for university and beyond. Our dedicated Sixth form Pastoral team provides tailored support for your university and job applications, including extensive support applying for university courses and preparation for interviews, helping you secure places on competitive courses and programmes.
- Engaging in a thriving community. We champion your involvement in a diverse range of enrichment activities and leadership roles, enabling you to contribute meaningfully to our vibrant school community and develop a well-rounded profile.
- Nurturing your spiritual journey. As a Catholic Sixth Form, we are unique in our commitment to promoting spiritual development within a supportive and nurturing environment, integrating faith into all aspects of your academic, spiritual, and pastoral life.
- Tailored mentoring for achievement. Our comprehensive mentoring programme is designed to help you set ambitious personal and academic targets, providing ongoing support and guidance to ensure your continuous progression and success.
- Empowering student voice and leadership. We actively encourage you to play a key role in shaping our Sixth Form, fostering student participation in its day-to-day running and empowering you to take responsibility for your learning environment.
- Wider educational horizons. Through our effective partnerships with other post-16 providers within the Stafford Sixth Form Partnership, we ensure you have access to an even broader range of opportunities and resources.
- Living our shared values. Our Sixth Form operates in complete alignment with the school's Mission Statement and the Sixth Form Learning Agreement, ensuring a cohesive and positive environment where our core values guide every interaction and endeavour.
Join Blessed William Howard Catholic Sixth Form and embark on a rewarding journey where you are supported, challenged, and inspired to achieve your fullest potential.
Sixth Form transition timetable July 2025
Prospectus 2025
Stafford Sixth Form Partnership
BWH is part of The Stafford Sixth Form Partnership, as by working together, the Stafford high schools are better able to offer a wider range of subjects.
Use the links on the right to find out more about each subject area and to see our video overviews.
The curriculum programme allows you to see the subject blocks.
For support in making your subject selection please click here
If you have any questions about your application or the sixth form, please email
Mrs Broomhall rab@bwh.staffs.sch.uk
Stafford Partnership Links
https://www.staffordsixthformpartnership.co.uk/admissions
https://www.staffordsixthformpartnership.co.uk/course-information
https://www.staffordsixthformpartnership.co.uk/policies
