Sixth Form

Frewen College Sixth Form provides a specialist, supportive and personalised education for students aged 16-19 with dyslexia and co-occurring Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs).

Located in the Sussex countryside in Northiam, near Rye, we combine small class sizes, expert teaching and tailored support to help students achieve their academic, personal and career ambitions.

We offer a flexible range of qualifications, including:

A Levels
BTEC Level 1, 2 and 3 Courses
Foundation Programmes
GCSE English and Maths Resits

Students benefit from specialist dyslexia support, Learning Development Mentors and exam access arrangements where appropriate.

Every student's timetable is tailored to their individual strengths, interests and future goals. They also include structured independent study sessions.

Our expert team understands the needs of students with dyslexia, helping them develop confidence, organisation, study skills and emotional resilience throughout their Sixth Form journey.

Our aim is simple: to help every Frewen College student feel excited about their future.

Frewen College has students from Prep- through to Sixth Form

Expanded Opportunities Through Bexhill College

Through our partnership with Bexhill College, students can access an extensive range of academic and vocational courses while continuing to benefit from Frewen's specialist support, transport service and Learning Development Mentors. This provides the ideal balance between independence and personalised learning. Students also become part of the wider college community, building new friendships, broadening their experiences and developing the confidence needed for successful progression into higher education, apprenticeships or employment.

Preparing for Adulthood

Alongside academic success, our Sixth Form focuses on developing confidence, independence and real-world skills. Every Sixth Form student completes the Frewen Diploma, an AQA-accredited programme covering areas such as:

Personal finance and budgeting
Employability and CV writing
First aid
Interview skills
Independent living skills
Workplace preparation
Enrichment and Leadership

Students are encouraged to take an active role in college life through leadership opportunities, work experience, Duke of Edinburgh's Award, Young Enterprise, sports, creative arts and social events. These experiences help build confidence, friendships and essential life skills.

Careers, University and Employment

We provide personalised careers guidance, UCAS support, apprenticeship advice, university visits, careers fairs and work experience opportunities. Whether students’ progress to university, an apprenticeship or employment, we help them take the next step.

Boarding

Set within historic grounds including listed gardens, woodland and extensive playing fields, Frewen College offers a safe and inspiring environment for learning. Full, weekly and flexi-boarding options are available, alongside a wide range of evening and weekend activities. Find out more here.

Open to Internal and External Students

Frewen College Sixth Form welcomes both current Frewen students and those from other Senior Schools. Students benefit from a personalised learning programme, specialist support, dedicated transport to partner colleges, and all meals included throughout the school day.

Why Choose Frewen College Sixth Form?

Specialist dyslexia support
Small class sizes and personalised timetables
A Levels, BTECs and Foundation Programmes
Partnership with Bexhill College
Dedicated Learning Development Mentors in lessons
Careers and university preparation
The Frewen Diploma
Boarding opportunities
Beautiful Sussex countryside location

It is true to say that our daughter would not be where she is now without the support and encouragement she has had at Frewen College. Several years ago, she did not have the same future options as she does now. She has absolutely loved her time with you. Our special thanks to the teachers and boarding staff, for enriching and making a lasting difference to her life.

Sixth Form Parent

My time at Frewen gave me the confidence to take Lamda public speaking exams. To get my Grade 8 with Distinction was a brilliant end to my time at Frewen, as I never thought I would be able to achieve all the things I have, when I first started.

Sixth Form Student