Wickersley Sixth Form Tops Rotherham for A-Level Point Score Results
We are incredibly proud to share that Wickersley Sixth Form has once again achieved the highest average A-level point score in Rotherham, according to the Government’s officially published 2025 performance data. This means that, on average, students who study with us achieve higher grades than those at any other college or sixth form in the […]
Y12 Physics Challenge
Last month, some of our Year 12 A-Level Physics students took part in the Online Senior Physics Challenge, organised by the British Physics Olympiad. The competition consists of two 30-minute sets of multiple-choice questions. These focus on physics concepts while also encouraging wider reading and interest in the subject. It’s a fantastic opportunity for students […]
Netball Success
Yesterday, the Sixth Form Netball Team travelled to play against Trinity Sixth Form Academy with only six players. Despite the challenge, they secured an impressive 67–5 victory. What stood out most was not just the score, but how they conducted themselves throughout the match. Even with such a big lead, they played with humility and […]
Apprenticeship Myths Busted
To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, we’re busting some common misconceptions about apprenticeships. We find that some students are still apprehensive about apprenticeships, but we want to shout about how good they can be! Swipe through our images to see some of the biggest myths we hear, alongside the exciting realities of what an apprenticeship truly […]
Wickersley Sixth Form Spring Open Evening
Missed our last Open Evening? Join us this March! Thinking about your next steps? Whether you couldn’t make it to our November event or you just have a few more questions before making your big decision, we’d love to see you at our Wickersley Sixth Form Spring Open Evening on 26th March 2026. The evening […]
Y12 Politics Rotherham Town Hall Trip
On Monday 2nd February, Year 12 Politics students visited Rotherham Town Hall to meet the Mayor, Rukhsana Ismail. During the visit, students took part in a Q&A session, asking thoughtful and challenging questions about local democracy, the demands of the role, and the Mayor’s extensive charity work and personal educational journey. The group also enjoyed […]
Y12 Investigate Potato Batteries
This week, Year 12 A-Level Physics students have been constructing and investigating potato batteries. They built electrical circuits and applied what they have learned this year about using multimeters, variable resistors and circuit design. Using the data they collected, students will now determine the electromotive force, internal resistance and maximum power output of their potato […]
Y13 Chemistry Trip
Recently, Year 13 Chemistry students visited Sheffield Hallam University to synthesise, purify and analyse cyclohexene as part of their practical endorsement. This gave students the opportunity to carry out the synthesis of an organic liquid using university-grade equipment, including individual fume cupboards, stirrer hot plates, and IR and NMR machines. Students also attended a sample […]
Y13 Double Science Trip
Last week, Year 13 Double Applied Science students visited Sheffield Hallam University as part of their Unit 4 coursework, Synthesis of an Organic Solid. During the visit, students had the exciting opportunity to use university level laboratory equipment to synthesise aspirin. This included working with individual fume cupboards, house vacuum lines, and magnetic stirrer hot […]
Y13 Biology Trip
Year 13 Biologists recently attended a tissue transplant workshop at Sheffield Hallam University, gaining hands-on experience with scientific techniques linked to the Biotechnology section of their A-Level course. This is a fantastic example of the Wickersley Partnership Trust Enrichment Promise, giving students meaningful opportunities to apply their learning beyond the classroom. During the workshop, students […]
