Applications Timeline

We are delighted you are considering applying to Didcot Sixth Form for September 2026 entry.

We encourage you browse the information about subject choices in the 'Curriculum' area of our website. Information about subject entry requirements can be found by clicking here. 

Our Open Evening is on Wednesday 19th November, from 5.30PM - 8.00PM, at the St Birinus Campus in Didcot. Please click here to register for the evening. 

Applications for September 2026 will open on Wednesday 19th November at 6PM, and priority applications will be accepted until Monday 12th January 2026. Application is via online form, which will become live as soon as applications open.  

Key dates for September 2026 entry include:

Wednesday 19th November - Didcot Sixth Form Open Evening, 5.30PM - 8.00PM, St Birinus School Campus

Monday 12th January - deadline for applications for September 2026 entry 

Mid-January - subject 'blocking' issued, with subjects arranged into groups of lessons that are taught at the same time

January - February - guidance interviews for applicants

End of February - make 'Firm Options Choices' based on subject blocking

Mid-March - conditional offer letters issued by email to all applicants

Monday 22^nd June – Thursday 27^th June – Rising Year 12 Induction Week (Monday-Thursday)

Thursday 20th August - GCSE results day and options clinic (provisional)

Friday 21st August - enrolment deadline (provisional)

If you have any questions in the meantime, please don't hesitate to get on touch at enquiries@didcotsixthform.co.uk.