Harrogate Sixth Form Open Days 2026: Discover your options after GCSEs and shape your future. Book now


For students considering their next steps after GCSEs, choosing the right sixth form is one of the most important decisions they will make.
St. Aidan’s and St John Fisher Associated Sixth Form in Harrogate offers a unique opportunity to combine academic excellence, exceptional pastoral support and one of the widest ranges of courses available in the region.
Students joining the Associated Sixth Form will choose which host school to be enrolled at and can select from an extensive range of A Level and vocational courses, creating programmes of study tailored to their interests, talents and future ambitions opening doors to a wider range of university courses, apprenticeships and careers.


Both schools run an Open Day event in October giving prospective students and their families the chance to explore everything the Associated Sixth Form has to offer. Visitors can meet students and staff, learn more about subject choices, discover enrichment opportunities and gain first-hand insight into sixth form life.
St John Fisher: Saturday 3rd October 2026 – 9.30 until 11am Book via the website here
St Aidan’s: Saturday 10th October 2026 – 9.30 until book via the website here
Please note that the Associated Sixth Form operates on two different sites. Visitors should attend the Open Day they wish to have as their host school within the Associated Sixth Form.
Learning beyond the classroom
Academic achievement is complemented by outstanding enrichment opportunities. Students benefit from leadership programmes, trips, societies, sport, music, volunteering and a wide range of extra-curricular activities designed to build confidence, independence and employability skills. Strong guidance and support help students progress successfully to leading universities, competitive apprenticeships and professional careers.
The Associated Sixth Form brings together students from a wide range of schools across Harrogate and the surrounding area, it provides an environment where young people quickly build new friendships, broaden their horizons and develop into confident, well-rounded individuals.


Students also benefit from the facilities and expertise of two highly regarded schools. Located just a short walk apart, the St. Aidan’s and St John Fisher campuses offer specialist teaching spaces, dedicated sixth form facilities and experienced staff who are committed to helping every student achieve their full potential.
Whether your ambitions lie in university study, an apprenticeship or the world of work, St. Aidan’s and St John Fisher Associated Sixth Form provides the knowledge, support and opportunities to help you succeed.
Find out more
For further information and to book a place on the Open Day at the host school of your choice, please visit the school websites:
For St. Aidan’s click here.
For St John Fisher click here
