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TERM DATES

Academic Year 2025-26

Blackpool Sixth does not normally permit holidays during term time.

There is a significant relationship between attendance and achievement. Losing vital days/weeks of study has been shown to result in students underperforming in both exams and coursework. Blackpool Sixth therefore has a responsibility to ensure students achieve their full potential and maximise their employability skills/life chances by avoiding unnecessary periods of absence.

As a result, Blackpool Sixth expects college to take priority. This means that other activities should be arranged outside of students’ college commitments, for example, all holidays must be taken outside of term time.

It is recognised that there may be very rare occasions where a student may require a leave of absence from college due to significant extenuating circumstances. If there are extenuating circumstances surrounding the holiday request, then permission must be sought from the Principal, as soon as possible.

This must be done by completing a special leave request form, which can be found here. This can be completed by parents/carers of current students, or prospective students who intend to enrol at Blackpool Sixth.

Find below the term dates for the following academic year:

Summer Term 2025

Monday 2nd June - College timetable recommences with additional teaching for Lower Sixth

Thursday 3rd July - Students finish for summer

Autumn Term 2025

Thursday 14th August - A Level results day

Thursday 21st August - GCSE results day

Thursday 21st, Friday 22nd August - Lower Sixth enrolment

Tuesday 2nd September, Wednesday 3rd September - Lower Sixth Induction days

Thursday 4th September - Upper Sixth students return

Friday 17th October - College closes to the public/students for October half term at the end of the day

Monday 3rd November - College timetable recommences

Thursday 18th December - Students finish for Christmas

Spring Term 2026

Monday 5th January - College reopens

Thursday 12th February - Fully remote learning day where students learn from home. The college closes to the public/students for the February half term at the end of the day

Monday 23rd February - College timetable recommences

Friday 27th March - College finishes for Easter at the end of the day

Summer Term 2026

Monday 13th April - College timetable recommences

Monday 4th May - Bank holiday

Friday 22nd May - College finishes for May half term at the end of the day

Monday 1st June - College timetable recommences with additional teaching for Lower Sixth

Wednesday 1st July - Students finish for summer

Autumn Term 2026

Monday 31st August - Bank holiday

Tuesday 1st September- L6/FP Induction Day

Wednesday 2nd September - L6/FP Induction Day

Thursday 3rd September - U6 return to college - all students in

Friday 16th October - College closes to the public/students for October half term at the end of the day

Monday 2nd November - College timetable recommences

Thursday 17th December - Students finish for Christmas

Spring Term 2027

Monday 4th January - College reopens

Thursday 11th February - College closes to the public/students for February half term at the end of the day

Monday 22nd February - College timetable recommences

Thursday 25th March - College finishes for Easter at the end of the day

Summer Term 2027

Monday 12th April- College timetable recommences

Monday 3rd May - Bank holiday

Friday 28th May - College finishes for May half term at the end of the day

Monday 7th June - College timetable recommences

Wednesday 30th June - Students finish for summer

*Additional dates will be added.

Upcoming Events…

5:30PM-8PM 15 Oct 25

Open Evening - 15th October

Come and explore what life at Blackpool Sixth is all about! Meet our teachers and current students, tour our facilities, and discover the wide range of courses and opportunities we offer.

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All Day 04 Nov 25

Year 11 - Course Discussion Evening 1

For applicants from September to November.

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All Day 02 Dec 25

Year 11 - Course Discussion Evening 2

For applicants from November to this point.

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5:30PM-8PM 22 Jan 26

Open Evening - 22nd January

Come and explore what life at Blackpool Sixth is all about! Meet our teachers and current students, tour our facilities, and discover the wide range of courses and opportunities we offer.

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All Day 11 Feb 26

Year 11 - Course Discussion Evening 3

For applicants from January to this point.

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All Day 21 Mar 26

Parents' and Carers' Conference

Join us for our Parents and Carers Conference – a valuable opportunity to explore how we support your young person’s success, both academically and personally, at Blackpool Sixth. More information coming soon…

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4:30PM-7:30PM 25 Mar 26

Building Futures Evening

Join us for the Building Futures Event, a careers fair featuring insightful keynote talks designed to help students explore their next steps after college. This is a great opportunity to gather the latest information, guidance, and resources on progression options including university, apprenticeships and employment.

🔹 Who can attend? Lower and Upper Sixth Students
🔹 What to expect? Career insights, expert talks, and valuable networking opportunities

Don’t miss this chance to plan your future with confidence!

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4PM-8PM 21 Apr 26

Year 11 - Course Discussion Evening 4

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9:30AM 02 Jul 26

New Student Day

Applicants, join us for New Student Day to explore the campus, meet staff and students, and get a feel for life at Blackpool Sixth.

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07.07.25

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28.03.25

Love Our Oceans Week

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03.03.25

Blackpool Sixth Digital Arts Exhibition

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06.02.25

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25.11.24

Charley Baines Launches First Solo Art Exhibition

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14.11.24

Memorial Lecture with Sgt Simon Harmer

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06.11.24

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29.10.24

From Sixth Form to Senior Publicity Manager: Ross Morgan's Inspiring Media Journey

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24.10.24

Blackpool Sixth Health and Social Care Careers and Volunteering Event – A Huge Success!

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Academic Year 2025-26

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