South Bank University Sixth Form, London
South Bank University Sixth Form is a post-16 school for pupils aged 16 to 19 in London, part of South Bank Academies.
- Attendance
- Better than England average
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
South Bank University Sixth Form in detail
South Bank University Sixth Form in its own words
From the headteacher's welcome: "As Principal of South Bank University Sixth Form, it is my privilege to welcome you to a community that is proud to serve the young people of Brixton and the wider boroughs of Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham. Our roots are firmly planted in this vibrant part of London - a place known for its diversity, creativity and resilience."
Coming up: an open day on Thursday 26 November 2026. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.
All school open days in Lambeth
Headteacher's welcome (school website)Open days on the school's site (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Results
South Bank University Sixth Form has no published results of its own yet. Before it took its current form in 2023, as South Bank Utc (URN 142905), its pupils had an average Attainment 8 score of 27.4 and 17% passing English and maths at grade 5 or above in the 2023 GCSE results.
The trust
South Bank University Sixth Form is one of 2 schools run by South Bank Academies, an academy trust.
Where pupils go next
Of the 52 students who left the sixth form in 2023/24, 37% went on to university or other higher education, 8% to apprenticeships and 29% into work.
Who goes there
19.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 16.3% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2025 school census.
In 2025, 26 pupils (8.8%) received SEN support and 13 (4.4%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is autism.
Getting there
The nearest Underground station is Brixton Underground Station, about 750 metres away (roughly a 9-minute walk).
11 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Brixton Water Ln /Brixton Hill, 90 metres away.
Suspensions and exclusions
South Bank University Sixth Form recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.
Sources: DfE school performance data; GIAS establishment links; DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); DfE exclusions statistics
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 2 years agoOverall
South Bank University Sixth Form has had no graded Ofsted inspection since it took its current form in September 2023. Before that, as South Bank Utc (URN 142905), it was rated Requires Improvement in September 2022.
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's February 2025 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
South Bank University Sixth Form excels at preparing students for real-world careers through partnerships with employers and expert teaching from subject specialists. Teachers use targeted feedback and practical learning methods to help students make rapid progress, with level 3 vocational and T-level students achieving high grades and qualifying for degree apprenticeships and university. The school provides excellent support for students with additional needs and encourages valuable employability skills through volunteering, business activities, and community involvement.
Key Strengths
- Strong partnerships with employers and NHS trusts to design innovative, skills-based curriculum
- Effective professional development programme helping teachers develop their practice quickly
- Robust systems for identifying and supporting students at risk of falling behind
- High-quality careers advice and guidance helping students make informed decisions about their futures
- Effective support for students with SEND, enabling them to progress as well as their peers
Areas for Improvement
- Too few level 2 students improve their English and/or mathematics GCSE grades despite curriculum adaptations
- Staff have not taught students well enough about the risks of radicalisation and extremism
- Need to continue improving quality of progress monitoring systems
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with staff suitably trained and quick to identify and report concerns, though teaching about radicalisation and extremism needs strengthening.
Extracurricular Activities
Volunteering in the community, skills awards, setting up own business
South Bank University Sixth Form opened in September 2023 as a 16-19 academy with around 300 students following engineering, health, business and finance pathways. The school has made reasonable progress in designing relevant programmes, preparing students for careers, and ensuring safeguarding.
At a Glance
19.7%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Special Measures
Sixth Form Performance (A-Level)
A-Level Results
C+
Average grade
32.9
Points per entry
c
Best 3 A-Levels
Well above average
Value added
6
A-Level students
2024/25 academic year
A-Level Subjects Offered
2024/25 academic year - entries by number of students
After A-Levels - Leaver Destinations
After A-Levels (Year 13) - 52 students
2023/24 data
Results at South Bank Utc before it took its current form in 2023 (GCSE)
Academic year 2022/23Published for South Bank Utc (URN 142905), the school South Bank University Sixth Form replaced. There are no figures for South Bank University Sixth Form yet, so these are shown separately.
GCSE Results
-1.59
Progress 8
27.4
Attainment 8
17.4%
Eng+Maths 5+
2022/23 academic year
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby schools
Latest from South Bank University Sixth Form
Dr Sandie Okoro inspires SBUSixth students to 'set up for success'
24 Sep 2026
Hunterian Museum Visit
18 Sep 2026
Outstanding results at Foundation level
20 Aug 2026
SBUSixth tutors win prestigious national teaching awards
17 Jul 2026
T-Level students on international work placements
8 Jun 2026
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Getting There
Tube / Metro / Tram
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 209
- Fatal
- 1
- Serious
- 44
- Children hurt
- 11
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 209 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 44 serious and 164 slight.
11 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 4 on foot, 1 on a bicycle and 6 in a vehicle or otherwise.
30 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Lambeth is 142.5 (the median across 102 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
49%
Available places
294 pupils
600 places
306 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for London
Across Lambeth council
Places available
2,111
Applications
2,198
Got 1st preference
61.4%
Got preferred school
91.2%
All secondary applications across Lambeth council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
26
SEN Support
13
EHC Plans
13.3%
of Total Pupils
2025 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2025 academic year
Key Indicators
294
Total Pupils
186
Boys
108
Girls
2025 academic year
Workforce
9
Teachers
32.7:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£56,341
Mean salary
2025 data
Pupil Absence2022/23
4.9%
Overall absence
18.2%
Persistent absence
22
Enrolments
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
Questions parents ask about South Bank University Sixth Form
Are there exam results for South Bank University Sixth Form?
South Bank University Sixth Form has no published results of its own yet. Before it took its current form in 2023, as South Bank Utc (URN 142905), its pupils had an average Attainment 8 score of 27.4 and 17% passing English and maths at grade 5 or above in the 2023 GCSE results.
What is South Bank University Sixth Form's Ofsted rating?
South Bank University Sixth Form has had no graded Ofsted inspection since it took its current form in September 2023. Before that, as South Bank Utc (URN 142905), it was rated Requires Improvement in September 2022.
What is the catchment area for South Bank University Sixth Form?
No fixed boundary. When South Bank University Sixth Form is oversubscribed, Lambeth allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How big are the classes at South Bank University Sixth Form?
Classes at South Bank University Sixth Form average 13.3 pupils (2024/25).
How many pupils go to South Bank University Sixth Form?
South Bank University Sixth Form has around 294 pupils on roll. 20% are eligible for free school meals.
What is attendance like at South Bank University Sixth Form?
4.9% of sessions were missed at South Bank University Sixth Form in 2022/23. 18.2% of pupils were persistently absent (missing 10% or more of sessions).
How do I apply to South Bank University Sixth Form?
Apply through Lambeth's coordinated admissions process, naming South Bank University Sixth Form on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
How many road collisions happen near South Bank University Sixth Form?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 209 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 44 serious and 164 slight. 11 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 4 on foot, 1 on a bicycle and 6 in a vehicle or otherwise. 30 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Lambeth is 142.5 (the median across 102 schools, same distance and years).
Where is South Bank University Sixth Form?
South Bank University Sixth Form is at 56 Brixton Hill, London, SW2 1QS.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)