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Academic Year 2024-25

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:

Autumn Term 2024 

Thursday 15th August - A level results day

Thursday 22nd August - GCSE results day

Thursday 22nd, Friday 23rd August - Lower Sixth enrolment

Tuesday 3rd September - Lower Sixth induction 

Wednesday 4th September - Lower Sixth induction 

Monday 9th September - Upper Sixth return and all students in on normal timetable 

Friday 18th October - Fully remote learning day where students learn from home.  College closes to the public/students for the October half term at the end of the day

Monday 4th November - College timetable recommences 

Thursday 19th December - Students finish for Christmas

Spring Term 2025

Monday 6th January - College reopens

Thursday 13th February - Fully remote learning day where students learn from home.  College closes to the public/students for the February half term at the end of the day

Monday 24th February - College timetable recommences 

Friday 4th April - College finishes for Easter at the end of the day 

Summer Term 2025 

Tuesday 22nd April - College timetable recommences 

Monday 5th May - Bank holiday 

Friday 23rd May - College finishes for May half term at the end of the day 

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

Thursday 3rd July - Students finish for summer

Thursday 14th August - A level results day

Thursday 21st August - GCSE results day

Thursday 21st, Friday 22nd August - L6 enrolment

Tuesday 2nd September, Wednesday 3rd September - L6 Induction days

Thursday 4th September - U6 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

Monday 5th January - College reopens

Friday 13th February - College closes to the public/students for 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 L6

Wednesday 1st July - Students finish for summer

Upcoming Events…

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Year 10 Experience Days

Organised through schools, these days give Year 10 students a taste of college life with hands-on subject sessions and a chance to explore Blackpool Sixth.

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Enrolment Day One

An essential event for Year 11 applicants to officially join Blackpool Sixth. This is where you confirm your place and get ready for September! More details to follow for applicants.

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Enrolment Day Two

An essential event for Year 11 applicants to officially join Blackpool Sixth. This is where you confirm your place and get ready for September! More details to follow for applicants.

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Student Awards 2025

A special evening celebrating the achievements of our current students. Invitation-only for award winners and their guests.

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New Student Day

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Results Day (A Level and Level 3 Vocational)

A key milestone for our students as they collect their results and take the next step in their journey. Support and guidance will be available on the day.

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