--- title: "An exciting fresh start at one of the country’s best sixth form colleges" url: "https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/news/2026-08-21-an-exciting-fresh-start-at-one-of-the-country-s-best-sixth-form-colleges" school: "Birkenhead Sixth Form College" --- [![Birkenhead Sixth Form College](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/logo/BSFC_FC_RGB(1).png)](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/) - [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/birkenheadsixthformcollege) - [X](http://www.twitter.com/BSFC) - [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0mV-sqmiu8V_19dpFY3Zw) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/bsfc_/) - [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@bsfc_college) [Apply Now](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/application-form) ![OFSTED](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/theme/birkenhead/img/ofsted_new.png) # An exciting fresh start at one of the country’s best sixth form colleges 21 August 2026 ![Image of An exciting fresh start at one of the country’s best sixth form colleges](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/news/Applications_News_Story_Graphic.jpg) It has been fantastic to welcome hundreds of new students to Birkenhead Sixth Form College this week as they enrolled onto their chosen courses and prepared for an exciting new chapter in their education. For students joining us in September, College represents a genuine fresh start: the opportunity to leave school behind, experience a more mature and independent environment and focus on the subjects they have chosen to study. As **one of the best sixth form colleges in the country**, Birkenhead Sixth Form College combines outstanding academic outcomes with expert teaching, excellent support and a culture of high expectations. And for young people across Wirral, all of this is available right on their doorstep. Following another exceptional set of A Level and BTEC results this summer, places at the College continue to be highly sought after. Hundreds of students have already completed their enrolment and secured their place, with more due to attend enrolment appointments over the coming days. Principal Rob Myatt said: “It has been great to welcome so many new students through our doors this week and see the excitement as they enrol onto the courses they have chosen. “Starting College is a big moment. It is a fresh start and a chance for young people to break free from school, become more independent and join a mature environment where they are treated as young adults and encouraged to aim high. “Places here are sought after because students and families recognise what the College offers. We are one of the best sixth form colleges in the country, with exceptional results, fantastic teachers and a track record of helping students achieve more than they might have thought possible. “For young people across Wirral making decisions about their next step, I would encourage them to think carefully about what they want from sixth form. Staying at school can feel like the easiest or most familiar option, but choosing College can be an incredibly positive decision. It gives students the opportunity to make a genuine fresh start, meet new people and take greater ownership of their education. “To everyone who has enrolled with us this week: congratulations. You have made a fantastic choice and we cannot wait to see what you achieve over the next two years.” The College’s newest students will now join a community where academic achievement and individual progress go hand in hand. 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