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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:

Monday 3rd November - College timetable recommences 

Thursday 18th December - Students finish for Christmas

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 

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

Monday 31st August - Bank holiday 

Tuesday 1st September- Lower Sixth/Foundation Programme Induction Day

Wednesday 2nd September - Lower Sixth/Foundation Programme Induction Day

Thursday 3rd September - Upper Sixth 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

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

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 

Upcoming Events…

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Year 11 - Course Discussion Evening 1

For applicants from September to November.

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Year 11 - Course Discussion Evening 2

For applicants from November to this point.

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Winter Showcase

Get ready to be dazzled by the talented performers of Blackpool Sixth’s Winter Showcase!

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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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Year 11 - Course Discussion Evening 3

For applicants from January to this point.

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Legally Blonde the Musical - 10th March

Blackpool Sixth’s students are proud to present their next cross-college show – Legally Blonde The Musical!

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Legally Blonde the Musical - 11th March

Blackpool Sixth’s students are proud to present their next cross-college show – Legally Blonde The Musical!

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Legally Blonde the Musical - 12th March

Blackpool Sixth’s students are proud to present their next cross-college show – Legally Blonde The Musical!

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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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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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