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Esher Sixth Form College Esher Sixth Form College is an extremely successful sixth form college offering A Level and vocationsl courses for 16-19 year olds.

We are situated in Thames Ditton, near Hampton Court, Surrey. Esher College is an extremely successful open access, non-selective Sixth Form College situated in Thames Ditton, near Hampton Court, Surrey. We have a reputation for delivering exceptional results and pride ourselves on creating a friendly and dynamic atmosphere for all students and staff.

Our Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) students headed to the British Library last week for a Research Matters session...
08/10/2026

Our Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) students headed to the British Library last week for a Research Matters session, getting their EPQ journey off to a brilliant start.

The interactive session introduced students to a huge world of fascinating research resources, from manuscripts, maps and magazines to academic journals and audio recordings. They also had the chance to explore the Treasures Gallery, home to incredible historical artefacts including the Magna Carta and King Henry VIII’s Bible.

For students embarking on an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), the session was a great introduction to what academic research can really look like — and a reminder that there’s a whole world of knowledge beyond the first page of Google!

Doing an EPQ gives students the opportunity to dive deep into a subject they’re passionate about, completing either a 5,000-word dissertation or an artefact project alongside a 2,000-word essay.

Our 6.1 Fashion & Textiles A Level students headed up to London last week to explore the landmark NIGO: From Japan with ...
08/10/2026

Our 6.1 Fashion & Textiles A Level students headed up to London last week to explore the landmark NIGO: From Japan with Love exhibition at the Design Museum, before making their way to the fabulous Victoria and Albert Museum

Along the way, students were developing their research skills and exploring how exhibitions, objects, designers and visual culture can spark ideas for their own textile projects.

Plenty of inspiration to bring back to the classroom 🎨👗

Our Drama Studio was packed for our Theatre Industry careers lunch, where students grabbed a slice of pizza and settled ...
07/10/2026

Our Drama Studio was packed for our Theatre Industry careers lunch, where students grabbed a slice of pizza and settled in to hear from two fantastic speakers.

We were delighted to welcome Annelies Lovell, Senior Lecturer in Acting at the University for the Creative Arts - UCA, Farnham. With more than 20 years’ experience across acting, television, theatre and education, Annelies gave students the lowdown on studying at UCA — from course content and student life to where a qualification could take you.

We were also thrilled to welcome back Esher alumnus Daniel McElroy (Class of 2022), who recently graduated from the BA Acting course at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.

Daniel gave students a refreshingly honest take on drama school and why it has been the right choice for him. His verdict? It’s a lot, all-consuming, but brilliant — with constant stimulation from fantastic content making it excellent value for money. And, as he pointed out, with no famous acting parents to fall back on, drama school was his route in! 😄

His advice to anyone serious about drama school was simple:

- See plays. Lots of them.
- Visit drama schools before you spend time auditioning. And see one of their third-year productions.

Thank you to both our speakers for their honest advice, industry insight and plenty of inspiration for our aspiring theatre students.

Today, some of our 6.2 students were joined by students from Hinchley Wood School for an InvestIN Mock Assessment Day.Wo...
01/10/2026

Today, some of our 6.2 students were joined by students from Hinchley Wood School for an InvestIN Mock Assessment Day.

Working in mixed groups, students had the chance to meet new people, collaborate and put their skills to the test through a range of realistic assessment activities, including:

💼 Psychometric testing, with personalised results
✉️ Email writing
⏰ Time management
🎤 Interview workshops
🤝 Group work
📊 Presentations and pitching

It was a valuable opportunity to develop and skills, build confidence and identify strengths and areas for improvement.

And what did our students think?

Holly from Esher said: “I learnt a lot about interview techniques, which was helpful and terrifying at the same time!”

Students from Hinchley Wood said: “Great to have insight into what employers are looking for!” and “It was challenging completing an interview on your toes without preparation!”

Students received a personalised report at the end of the day, giving them useful feedback to take forward.

What would you do if you were given the contract to replace a footbridge over the M25?That was the challenge faced by tw...
29/09/2026

What would you do if you were given the contract to replace a footbridge over the M25?

That was the challenge faced by two of our 6:2 students, Clemmie Blake and Pietro Nebuloni, during a three-week SATRO Research Work Placement with engineering company AtkinsRéalis over the summer.

Working in teams, they had to design a replacement for a substandard footbridge – thinking like engineers and considering design, construction, sustainability and the impact on stakeholders. The two teams then competed against each other for the contract. And with a mark of 84% - Clemmie and Pietro won!

SATRO placements give Year 12 students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with local businesses across Science, Technology, Engineering and Economics, while developing valuable employability skills and enhancing their university applications.

Clemmie said "This experience gave me an insight into engineering in practice and developed my skills in working in a team with new people and presenting a project. I would recommend this to anyone wanting to study engineering."

Congratulations to Clemmie and Pietro - what a fantastic experience!

📅 Applications for Summer 2027 placements open in spring for current Year 12 students who live in Surrey.

💙 We’re hiring – Learning MentorCould you make a difference to the lives of young people?We’re looking for an enthusiast...
24/09/2026

💙 We’re hiring – Learning Mentor

Could you make a difference to the lives of young people?

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed Learning Mentor to join our Additional Learning Needs team at Esher Sixth Form College.

You’ll work directly with students who have a wide range of additional needs both inside and outside the classroom, to help them access learning, build confidence and achieve their potential.

📍 Thames Ditton, Surrey
📚 Term time only
📅 Closing date: 9am Monday 5 October 2026
🗓️ Interview date: Friday 9 October 2026
Find out more about the role and apply here:
https://ow.ly/zmsL50ZQTHj

Please share with anyone who might be interested in joining our team! 💙

💻 We’re hiring – IT TechnicianWe’re looking for an IT Technician to join our IT Services department at Esher Sixth Form ...
24/09/2026

💻 We’re hiring – IT Technician

We’re looking for an IT Technician to join our IT Services department at Esher Sixth Form College.
You will be a primary point of contact and provide first-line IT support to both staff and students, helping with Microsoft and other software queries, as well as setting up devices, passwords and Wi-Fi.

You will also contribute to the day-to-day support and maintenance of the College’s IT systems and infrastructure, making this a varied role for someone who enjoys solving technical problems and helping others.

Previous experience supporting end-users in a Microsoft environment is preferable, and Microsoft experience is essential.

📍 Thames Ditton, Surrey
📅 Closing date: 9am Monday 5 October 2026
🗓️ Interviews: Week commencing 12 October 2026

Find out more about the role and apply here:
https://ow.ly/kQir50ZQTFy

Please share with anyone who might be interested in joining our team!

Huge congratulations to our Chemistry A Level students who completed CREST Award research projects across a fascinating ...
24/09/2026

Huge congratulations to our Chemistry A Level students who completed CREST Award research projects across a fascinating range of scientific topics.

This summer, our students achieved an impressive 11 Gold and 4 Silver Awards 🎉 Pictured are some of our award winners.

Their projects gave them the chance to explore chemistry beyond the specification while developing valuable skills in research, experimental design, data analysis and scientific communication.

Well done to everyone involved! Your curiosity, creativity and independent thinking are exactly what great scientists need. 🔬

Our new Physics A Level students have had a brilliant start to the year, getting to know each other through two weeks of...
23/09/2026

Our new Physics A Level students have had a brilliant start to the year, getting to know each other through two weeks of activities, challenges and plenty of food!

From investigating cloud chambers and taking on LEGO and engineering challenges, to chatting with NASA engineers on Zoom — and, of course, eating hundreds of homemade biscuits and cakes — it’s been a busy couple of weeks.

And now, with homemade ice cream in hand, we’re ready for a great year of learning ! 🔬🚀

Have you got your application in yet? 👀Our Online Applicant Portal is still open — but only for a few more days!If you’r...
23/09/2026

Have you got your application in yet? 👀

Our Online Applicant Portal is still open — but only for a few more days!

If you’re thinking about joining Esher Sixth Form College in September 2027, make sure you get your application in by midday on Tuesday 29 September.

👉 Visit our website and follow the quick link to apply.

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Weston Green Road
Thames Ditton
KT70JB

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Monday 8:55am - 4:15pm
Tuesday 8:55am - 4:15pm
Wednesday 8:55am - 4:15pm
Thursday 8:55am - 4:15pm
Friday 8:55am - 4:15pm

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