Welcome to the Sixth Form
Many exciting opportunities await students in the Sixth Form at Hymers, whether they are continuing with us from Year 11 or joining us for the first time in Year 12.
Our culture is one of aspiration and every pupil will be encouraged to achieve their very best inside the classroom, and take part in the extensive range of activities offered outside of the classroom.
This means that as well as first-rate teaching in a large range of A Level and BTEC courses taught in small class sizes, our Sixth Form students also have plenty of opportunities beyond their lessons. They can be part of our successful sports teams, receive expert music tuition, perform in outstanding plays and musicals, volunteer at local community projects, take part in the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme or join in or help run one of over 100 clubs and activities available in the Senior School.
We are also able to harness our extensive network of former students (Old Hymerians) across the globe who have excelled in a huge variety of career pathways. They are able to offer work experience, careers guidance and talks to our current pupils to inspire them with new career ideas and possibilities. Through these networks we can open doors to onward opportunities for our Sixth Formers.
Mr Gaynor-Smith, Director of Sixth Form
Curriculum
At Hymers Sixth Form, students generally choose three subjects (four in certain circumstances). As well as A Levels and BTECs, we offer a number of independently studied courses, such as the Extended Project Qualification and the Certificate in Financial Studies.
We usually ask that students have six GCSEs at grade 6 and above, as well as grade 7 in the subjects they are wishing to study at A Level (where applicable).
Students are supported through their studies via a tutor, typically in small groups of 12, who meet daily. They are also invited to weekly lectures from interesting and thought-provoking external speakers ranging from a Holocaust survivor to hypnotist Martin Taylor.
Sixth Form facilities
The Hymers College campus is like no other in Hull. Students can benefit from the fitness suite, swimming pool, theatre, tennis courts and modern-spec all-weather astro pitch, all set in a beautiful historic site just 10 minutes from the city centre.
The campus also benefits from a dedicated Art and Design Centre, a state-of-the-art Learning Resource Centre with access to the latest technology and a Music Centre boasting a recording studio and band room and hosting over 400 lessons a week on strings, woodwind, brass, percussion, guitar, piano and voice.
Sixth Form students also have their own dedicated centre with their own Junior Common Room, dining facilities, computer suites, study areas and socialising hubs. Students are encouraged to use our Learning Resource Centre, which has areas for silent study and independent learning, a skill vital for university life and further education.
Hymers College interactive tour
Situated just a mile from the centre of Hull, our grounds cover over 45 acres of land. Within our first-class campus, we have a specialist Art and Design Centre, ICT Centre, theatre, state-of-the-art Music School with individual music lesson rooms, recently refurbished science laboratories, Learning Resource Centre and swimming pool. We cannot wait to show you around.
In the meantime, you can take a digital tour of our Hymers College campus below.
“We are proud to be able to open doors to onward opportunities for our students, giving them the best start in life as they step out on their career pathways.”
— Mr Stanley, Headmaster
School life
The standard school day is 8.40am-4pm. However, the LRC is open from 8am-6pm and students can stay to complete homework or take part in after-school clubs and sports.
School timings
Curriculum
We offer a large range of A Level and BTEC courses in our Sixth Form, all taught in small class sizes. Find out more about the courses available.
Uniform
Hymers College uniform is available through schoolblazer.com.
We also regularly run second-hand uniform sales of good quality items.
Bus routes
We have extensive bus routes across Hull, East Yorkshire and the south bank. From the East Coast to North Lincolnshire, we have you covered. See our bus route map.
"Pupils display excellent levels of self-confidence. They are resilient and take responsibility for their own development in preparation for the next steps in their lives.”
— Independent Schools Inspectorate 2022
Senior School termly fees
Fees for the 2023/24 academic year are based on three terms.
The fees are subject to revision annually in July.
Years 12 and 13
£4,735 per term
Lunches
For an additional small charge, all pupils can access a healthy hot or cold meal prepared and cooked on-site. If they would prefer, pupils are very welcome to bring a packed lunch instead. Please note that we are a nut-free site.
Before and after-school care
All Sixth Form students can arrive at school from 8am and stay until 6pm. This is provided free-of-charge.
Fee Remission Scheme
Hymers College operates a Fee Remission scheme (also called a Bursary scheme) for those from Year 7 upwards. This enables over 110 academically able children to attend Hymers College where parents are not in a financial position to pay the full fees. Find out more about the Fee Remission scheme.