D6 | Your new Darwen sixth form
D6 is a new, collaborative, community sixth form at the heart of Darwen – come and join us!
Enrolment is easy as 1,2,3...
If you want to know more about what D6 can offer you, you can have a look through our courses and leave us your details below - we'll be in touch soon
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Drop your details into this form (it'll just take a moment), and let us know what you're interested in studying and how best to reach you.
Our courses
Browse the 29+ courses we have on offer, so you can choose the subjects that fire you up!
1-2-1 application support
Once we know who you are and what you want to study, we'll be in touch to talk you through the next steps to secure your D6 place.
1. Express your interest
Drop your details into this form (it'll just take a moment), and let us know what you're interested in studying and how best to reach you.
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Our courses
Browse the 29+ courses we have on offer, so you can choose the subjects that fire you up!
1-2-1 application support
Once we know who you are and what you want to study, we'll be in touch to talk you through the next steps to secure your D6 place.
D6 learning centres
Enjoy our campus approach with our buildings across Darwen.
Darwen Aldridge Community Academy
Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio
Darwen Vale
High School
The mission behind D6
D6 is a new collaborative sixth form in Darwen, bringing together three established Aldridge schools to deliver a fantastic blend of post-16 learning.
Competitive advantage
Real-world learning which will set you up for real-world success.
A great learning experience
A campus-based college, drawing on teaching expertise from across Darwen.
360 degree support while you study and beyond
We'll provide you with bespoke support throughout your D6 journey, helping you to get ready for your next steps. D6's blend of attentive pastoral care, extra-curricular opportunities (including volunteering and residential trips), and real-world learning will set you up for success, be that as you prepare for university, or to enter the world of work.
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High flying alumni
The sky’s the limit! After getting his results, Matthew successfully secured a place at Skyborne Airline Academy for the Skyborne UK Integrated Airline Transport Pilot Licence programme. He performed outstandingly well during the recruitment process, and his success is testament to the hard work and commitment he showed throughout sixth form.
“My sixth form experience supported me not only with my A-Levels, but also my career aspirations, allowing me to achieve my goal of becoming a pilot.”
Laptop winner from our stall at Blackburn Inspiring Event
Congratulations
The lucky winner of a brand new laptop is Kian from Witton Park Academy.
🎉 Congratulations, Kian!
