Ranked #1 in the UK for innovation, Westbourne Sixth Form is redefining what post-16 education can be. With a choice of IB Diploma can, now, A-Level pathways, world-class teaching, AI-powered learning, and global leadership opportunities across three continents, Westbourne isn’t just preparing students for university, it’s preparing them for the future.

Unlocking Brilliance

At Westbourne Sixth Form, innovation isn’t an add-on – it’s the DNA of the school. Recognised globally for academic excellence and technology advancement, Westbourne has become a beacon for ambitious students who want to go beyond the classroom and into the world as confident, creative leaders.

Students can choose between the esteemed International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme or A-Levels, both taught in a professional, high-performance environment that mirrors the modern world of work. Here, collaboration, independence and critical thinking are part of daily life.

“Our students are treated as young professionals from day one,” says Rachel Rees, Westbourne’s dynamic new Principal, hailing from Haberdashers’ Monmouth School. “They take ownership, think independently and lead with integrity. That’s what makes Westbourne different.”

Results are exceptional

Graduates consistently rank in the top 1–2% worldwide, achieving 95% A*–B (7–5), with 90% progressing to top 20 global universities including Oxford, Cambridge, and the Ivy League. 2025 also saw the school’s best ever GCSE results.

It’s Westbourne’s pioneering spirit that truly sets it apart. Through a network of global campuses in the UK, Sydney, Singapore, and soon Mumbai, students collaborate across continents, sharing projects, ideas and research. This month, students in Penarth spent a week with their global peers visiting London, Oxford and Cambridge universities, developing a global science project, and celebrating their shared vision at a spectacular Sixth Form banquet at Cardiff Castle.

Leadership and innovation take centre stage at Future Leaders Lab, a mini-MBA experience run by INSEAD professors in Singapore. Paired with internships, international exchanges and mentoring, Westbourne students gain not only academic brilliance, but also the mindset and skills to lead globally.

In addition, the school’s proprietary AI tutor, KnowVa Coach, developed with Cardiff University, delivers personalised learning that has boosted student performance by an average of 30% — the equivalent of two grades higher.

“At Westbourne, you’re encouraged to lead, to question and to innovate,” says Sixth Form student Eleri. “We’re not just learning for exams – we’re learning to make an impact. I’m so excited for what comes next.”

In a world where education must evolve, Westbourne Sixth Form stands proudly at the forefront — pioneering brilliance, shaping leaders, and redefining the future of learning.

Discover more at Westbourne’s Futures Evening on Tuesday, 4 November 2025. Subject showcases, career-focused workshops, industry specialists. Open to ambitious local students aged 14 to 18 aspiring for global success.