Rochdale Sixth Form College
Ofsted rates Rochdale Sixth Form College ‘outstanding’ again
Ofsted rates Rochdale Sixth Form College
OUTSTANDING
2022
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Rochdale Sixth Form College (RSFC) is one of the best sixth form colleges in the country for student progress, students who come to us consistently perform exceptionally well. Indeed, in recognition of the fantastic achievements of our students and staff RSFC was named Sixth Form College of the Year 2021 in the recent Times Educational Supplement Awards.
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We are Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ in all areas

Around 80% of students are progressing to higher education

#WeAreRochdale

Our students are back from New York! From exploring Grand Central Station to walking the Brooklyn Bridge, they took in some of the city's most iconic sights. They also visited the Empire State Building and enjoyed a Broadway musical. We hope you all had an amazing trip! pic.twitter.com/VC23xtfLOp
@RochdaleSFC - February 19
RSFC is thrilled to present our 2025 college musical, Legally Blonde! Our talented cast and crew have been working tirelessly to bring this production to life. Join us from Wednesday, 26 March to Friday, 28 March. Tickets can be purchased here: https://t.co/qR9KICb7op pic.twitter.com/pdrlrRXh5M
@RochdaleSFC - February 18
Our students have arrived in New York! From exploring Times Square and Central Park to visiting the Empire State Building, they’re making the most of everything the Big Apple has to offer. Stay tuned for more highlights from their unforgettable trip! pic.twitter.com/RuJAzI8SA0
@RochdaleSFC - February 17
RSFC is proud to announce a record-breaking 12 students have received offers to study at the University of Oxford & the University of Cambridge! We can't wait to see where their academic journeys take them next. Read more here: https://t.co/6mZGi1yBKd pic.twitter.com/pmOeQqg5HO
@RochdaleSFC - February 15
Wishing all students and staff a happy half-term! pic.twitter.com/Q8iUASxekM
@RochdaleSFC - February 14
RSFC has been ranked as the top-performing college in Greater Manchester! The latest figures from the Department for Education confirm that RSFC is one of the highest-ranking institutions in the country for value-added performance. Read more here: https://t.co/hYhMfTZeLo pic.twitter.com/ZkUsiMX73U
@RochdaleSFC - February 14
We are delighted to announce that Rochdale Sixth Form College has signed a prestigious Memorandum of Understanding with , strengthening our commitment to providing outstanding progression and employability opportunities for our students. pic.twitter.com/LwSKd4087z
@RochdaleSFC - February 13
Thank you to all the visitors we've welcomed so far for National Apprenticeship Week! Employees from AQA, the Civil Service, and North West Ambulance Service have been sharing their expertise and advising our students on fantastic apprenticeship opportunities. pic.twitter.com/ZTxXlVb3FD
@RochdaleSFC - February 12
Thank you to all the visitors we've welcomed so far for National Apprenticeship Week! Employees from AQA, the Civil Service, and North West Ambulance Service have been sharing their expertise and advising our students on fantastic apprenticeship opportunities. pic.twitter.com/BcNwEVsYjy
@RochdaleSFC - February 11
National Apprenticeship Week starts tomorrow so we thought we'd share one of our successful students who went on to start a degree apprenticeship following their time at RSFC. Ellie performed great in her studies and is now completing a Degree Apprenticeship in Auditing at KPMG. pic.twitter.com/wAq8bpQQGU
@RochdaleSFC - February 9
Want to share the love this Valentine's Day? Whether it's for a significant other or just a gift to show your friends how much you love them, The SU has you covered! From 10-13 February the SU will be selling Valentine’s gifts to raise money for Cancer Research UK pic.twitter.com/CPy4sYu9vp
@RochdaleSFC - February 8
That’s a wrap to our Progression Day! Thank you to all the universities and employers who joined us today and spoke to all of our students. The students have learnt so much and the experience will be so valuable to their future. #OneRSFC pic.twitter.com/CI4y8ptOGf
@RochdaleSFC - February 7
Thank you to all the students who attended their college interview tonight! It was great meeting you and learning about your aspirations. We’re excited to see you take the next steps in your academic journey! pic.twitter.com/Labr07ZIvs
@RochdaleSFC - February 6
Today, RSFC hosted the OxNet Social Science Study Skills Day 2025 with Pembroke College, University of Oxford. 16 students took part in a study skills session and an academic lecture by Dr Peter Claus, exploring higher education opportunities. pic.twitter.com/GdeJTtr95C
@RochdaleSFC - February 5
Recently, we welcomed four accomplished alumni—Dr Maria Khan, Harry Miller, Pete Winyard, and Arsalan Zafar—back to RSFC! They shared their journeys from RSFC to successful careers, offering valuable insights and advice to our students. An inspiring session! pic.twitter.com/WF2P1AxKGQ
@RochdaleSFC - February 4
Former Middleton Technology School student Erin-Lily completed A levels in Drama & Theatre, English Literature, and History. Erin-Lily is currently studying Drama and English Literature at The University of Manchester. Well done! pic.twitter.com/NG0iiAbn1q
@RochdaleSFC - February 2
LGBT+ History Month celebrates the rich history & achievements of the LGBTQ+ community, highlighting key figures, events, & milestones in the fight for equality & acceptance. The Achievement Centre has some great book recommendations to explore this important topic! pic.twitter.com/uVHWCRFvr1
@RochdaleSFC - February 1
Study A level History at RSFC and dive into key historical events like the Crusades, the Wars of the Roses, and American military interventions. Engage in lively debates, explore diverse perspectives, and develop critical thinking skills valued by top universities. pic.twitter.com/BWGAaqUS2c
@RochdaleSFC - January 31
We are Ofsted Outstanding in ALL areas! pic.twitter.com/IJJoSjss49
@RochdaleSFC - January 30