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Sixth-form college
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a school in the UK for students aged 16 to 18, where they study advanced subjects before going to university or starting a career
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
sixth-form colleges
What is a "sixth-form college"?
A sixth-form college is an educational institution in the UK that provides education for students aged 16 to 18, typically offering academic courses like A-levels or vocational qualifications. Sixth-form colleges are focused on preparing students for university or entering the workforce, with a strong emphasis on specialized subjects and academic achievement.
Examples
She attended a sixth-form college to study biology and chemistry at advanced levels.
