Blogs

13 August 2025

Navigating University Clearing: A Guide from The Corby Sixth Form

A-Level Results Day is a rollercoaster, full of nerves, excitement, and sometimes, surprises. If things didn’t quite go to plan, don’t panic. Clearing could be the perfect opportunity to find a university place that’s right for you.

14 April 2025

University Acceptance Rates

For students at The Corby Sixth Form planning to apply to university, understanding university acceptance rates can be the first step to making informed decisions.

11 April 2025

Feeling Stressed?

If you're reading this, chances are you're feeling overwhelmed — maybe by school, upcoming exams, future decisions, or just life in general. Whether you’re in Year 11 and figuring out your next steps, already considering The Corby Sixth Form, or simply struggling to keep up with it all — you're in good company.

2 August 2024

Study Skills for Success

As you step into this new and exciting phase of your academic journey, mastering effective study skills will be key to your success. Sixth form offers more independence and responsibility, and developing the right strategies early on will help you thrive.

26 September 2023

How successful people make the most of their time at Sixth Form

Sixth Form has so much to offer, from building the foundations for the future you dream of, to making lifelong friends. It’s important to make the most of this opportunity – and here’s how!

26 September 2023

Tips for maintaining a work-study-social balance

There’s no doubt that being a student is hard. Managing studying, personal life and perhaps, a job can feel near enough impossible.