It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Sixth Form at Dover College—a vibrant, ambitious, and supportive environment where young people grow into confident, capable adults ready to make their mark on the world.

Life in the Sixth Form is a truly transformative experience. The academic journey ahead is both exciting and demanding, with A Levels and BTECs offering a level of challenge well beyond GCSEs. However, you will not face it alone. Our dedicated staff are here to guide, mentor, and support every step of the way, helping each student realise their full potential—both in the classroom and beyond it.

What truly sets our Sixth Form apart is the wealth of opportunity to develop personally as well as academically. Students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning, step into leadership roles, and grow in independence. Whether it is overcoming the nerves of public speaking, leading an initiative, or working as part of a team, these skills last a lifetime.

Through our extensive enrichment programme—including the 10X Challenge Young Enterprise Programme, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award, and the opportunity to serve as a senior school Prefect—students build the experiences that set them apart. These moments shape character, enrich applications, and lay the foundation for future success.

At Dover College, we are proud to offer a truly distinctive Sixth Form experience—one that blends academics with personal growth and purposeful guidance. As both Head of Sixth Form and Head of Careers, I am uniquely positioned to support each student holistically, from the first day of Lower Sixth to the final moments of Upper Sixth.

This dual role allows me to work closely with pupils across every aspect of their development: academic, pastoral, and professional. Whether it’s navigating subject choices, building confidence and resilience, or exploring future aspirations, my role ensures that every student benefits from a coherent, joined-up approach to their success.

Our mission is to ensure that each Sixth Form student leaves Dover College not only with strong qualifications, but also with clarity of purpose, a broad skill set, and the self-assurance to embrace the opportunities that lie ahead.

I look forward to guiding you on this exciting and important journey.

Miss Marissa Hedley
Head of Sixth Form