United Kingdom
Cardiff Sixth Form College
Tuition fee
£18,000–£18,500
QS ranking
University ranking
#1 independent sixth form college in the UK
Cardiff Sixth Form College is a leading UK independent sixth form offering A-Levels and a one-year GCSE for international students. It is renowned for small class sizes, intensive academic mentoring, exceptional A-Level results, and outstanding university placements including Oxbridge, Imperial, LSE, UCL, and other Russell Group universities. The college provides strong EAL support, comprehensive pastoral care, and modern boarding in central Cardiff within a diverse international community.
Academic programs
Tuition Fees (2025–26, International Students)
Fees include tuition, accommodation, meals, weekly activities, and pastoral support
A-Level Programme (boarding)
£18,500 per term
One-Year GCSE (boarding)
£18,000 per term
Scholarships
Merit-based awards for high-achieving international applicants, including academic excellence and country-specific opportunities; full and partial scholarships available.
Academic Excellence Scholarships
Based on entry exam and interview
International Achievement Awards
Recognition for outstanding international applicants
Country-specific bursaries
Available through regional representatives or agents
Competitive scholarships
Full and partial awards for top-performing international applicants
Rankings & Recognition
Consistently ranked as the #1 independent sixth form college in the UK
Awarded for outstanding teaching quality and international student support
Globally recognised for academic excellence and a high-achieving multicultural student body
Academic Results (2024)
A-Level A*–A: ~90%
A-Level A*–B: ~98%
Very strong university placement record (Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, LSE, UCL, and other Russell Group universities)
Required Documents
Application form (online or paper)
School reports/transcripts for the last 2 years
Proof of English proficiency (IELTS or internal assessment)
Academic reference letter
Copy of passport
Medical information and guardian details (for visa and boarding)
Student Life & Campus
Central Cardiff campus with secure, modern boarding residences
Single and twin rooms with study areas and full pastoral supervision
Facilities: science and STEM laboratories; library and study hubs; fitness centre and indoor sports; art and media rooms
International community with 40+ nationalities
Student events: Cultural Nights, International Day, Model UN, charity projects
Weekend trips to London, Oxford, Bath, and Welsh cultural sites
Strong focus on wellbeing with 24/7 pastoral care for boarders
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