What Coulsdon Sixth Form College does

Coulsdon Sixth Form College is a UK Further Education institution serving 16-19 year old students, located on Placehouse Lane in Old Coulsdon, Surrey, and operating as part of the Croydon College Group following a merger with Croydon College. Founded in 1932 and housed in a three-storey university-style campus, the college delivers a portfolio of more than 40 A Level, BTEC, T Level, GCSE resit, and vocational programmes spanning Business, Visual Arts, Science, Humanities, Creative Digital Media, English and Mathematics, Health and Social Care, Computing, Performing Arts, Psychology, Sport, and Travel and Tourism. Students can mix and match academic and vocational qualifications, supplemented by extracurricular provision (Coulsdon Plus, Duke of Edinburgh, EPQ), safeguarding and wellbeing services, additional learning support, financial bursaries, and work placement programmes tracked through a bespoke Navigate platform.

The underlying technology stack is entirely off-the-shelf: Moodle for learning management, Microsoft Office 365 for staff and student email, iPay for online payments, Eventbrite for open event ticketing, and standard web infrastructure (Cloudflare, Google reCAPTCHA, Google Analytics, CookieYes). No proprietary software, AI/ML capabilities, API products, or differentiated technical assets are disclosed. The website achieved full WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility compliance as of January 2026.

The business model is government-funded Further Education under the UK regulatory framework: tuition is free for eligible 16-19 students, with revenue derived from Education and Skills Funding Agency grants rather than direct fees. The only documented direct-revenue product is the optional Totum student discount card priced at £14.99. GTM motion is direct-to-consumer via the college's online application portal (pswebenrol.croydon.ac.uk), Eventbrite-booked open events (next scheduled 24 June 2026), and school partnership outreach to feeder secondary schools. Customer segments are exclusively local 16-19 students plus parents/carers and partner schools as secondary stakeholders, with a single physical delivery site.

Name

Coulsdon Sixth Form College

Legal name

Coulsdon Sixth Form College

Website

https://coulsdon.ac.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1932

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Coulsdon Sixth Form College is a UK Further Education college in Old Coulsdon, Surrey, delivering A Level, BTEC, T Level, and vocational programmes to 16-19 year old students as part of the Croydon College Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Further Education

NAICS

Junior Colleges (611210), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ)

Keywords

• Further education
• Sixth form college
• A Level courses
• Vocational qualifications
• Post-16 education

Headquarters

HQ city

Coulsdon

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government-funded Education: As a Further Education college in England, Coulsdon Sixth Form College receives government funding for educating students aged 16-19. Education is free for eligible students. The college operates as part of the Croydon College Group.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Coulsdon Sixth Form College is a Further Education institution in Old Coulsdon, Surrey, delivering academic and vocational programmes (A Levels, BTECs, T Levels, and GCSE resits) to students aged 16-19. The college provides on-campus teaching across more than 40 subject areas, supplemented by safeguarding and wellbeing services, learning support (ALS), 16-19 Bursary Funds, apprenticeships, work experience placements, and the Coulsdon Plus enrichment programme.

Product overview

Coulsdon Sixth Form College is a specialist Further Education institution providing academic and vocational programmes for 16-19 year old students. The college offers a unified portfolio of A Level, BTEC, T Level, and GCSE courses across diverse subject areas including Business & Accounting, Visual Arts, Science, Humanities & Law, Creative Digital Media, English & Mathematics, Health & Social Care, Computing, Performing Arts, Psychology, Sport, and Travel & Tourism. Students can mix and match A Levels with BTEC qualifications to suit their interests and aspirations. Beyond classroom learning, the college provides supplementary support services including safeguarding and wellbeing support, learning support (ALS), financial bursary schemes, work experience programmes, apprenticeships, and an enrichment programme (Coulsdon Plus) featuring extra-curricular activities. The college is part of the Croydon College Group and uses digital platforms including Moodle for learning management, Office 365 for communications, and Navigate for work placement tracking.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• A Level Accounting A-Level Accounting course providing a foundation in recording, reporting, and analysing financial information, focusing on key business accounting principles and preparing students for financial analysis and decision-making.
• A Level Business Practical business education examining real-world events, covering entrepreneurship, marketing, human resources, strategic planning, and economic factors.
• BTEC Level 3 Business Business and leadership qualification for students interested in working with people or starting a business venture.
• A Level Economics Explores how societies balance unlimited needs and wants with limited resources, focusing on decision-making processes of governments, businesses, and individuals.
• Art & Design Level 3 In-depth knowledge across Fine Art, Design, and Textiles with experiential learning including gallery trips, outdoor drawing, photoshoots, and external competitions.
• A Level Fine Art Creative growth and artistic expression through individual investigations, exploring themes via past and contemporary artists with practical skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, and 3D work.
• A Level Graphic Design Visual communication skills development through effective use of words and images, focusing on creative and innovative personal design concepts.
• A Level Fashion & Textiles Introduction to textile approaches including stitch, print and constructed techniques developed into fashion, textile, art and interior outcomes.
• A Level Biology Covers foundational topics in cell biology, biochemistry, genetics, health, cardiovascular system, disease, biodiversity, ecology, DNA profiling, and immune system.
• A Level Chemistry Essentials of physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry with hands-on experiments covering atomic structure, thermodynamics, optical isomerism, and transition metals.
• A Level Physics Theoretical learning combined with hands-on laboratory work and data analysis, incorporating mathematical concepts and algebra.
• T Level Science (Laboratory) Comprehensive understanding of health and science sector issues, collecting data in laboratory settings, planning and improving scientific tasks, and resolving equipment issues.
• Applied Science Level 3 Core science units with medical applications focus, including practical investigations, experiments, and research skills development.
• A Level Geography Understanding of role in a globalising world, covering global systems, governance, natural hazards, water and carbon cycles, coastal landscapes, and urban environments.
• A Level History Studies of Russia (1917-1991) and China (1949-1976) in first year, British History focus in second year, plus coursework assignment.
• A Level Politics Key features of government and political systems on local, national, and international levels, covering UK Politics, UK Government, Core Political Ideas, and American Politics.
• A Level Sociology Human behaviour and how life chances are shaped by wealth, gender, and ethnicity, covering Families and Households, Research Methods, Education, Beliefs in Society and Crime and Deviance.
• A Level Law Understanding of English legal system covering Nature of Law, Criminal Law, Tort, Human Rights, sources of law, and themes of law and morality.
• BTEC Level 3 Criminology Explores all aspects of crime from a social perspective, examining root causes, societal impact, and insights into individuals who commit acts.
• BTEC Level 3 Law Examines workings of law including how laws are created and people involved in the legal process, covering Dispute Resolution, Law-Making, Homicide, Police Powers, Contract and Tort Law.
• A Level Media Studies Explores important critical perspectives on the world and takes an analytical approach to media texts, with creation of own media products.
• BTEC Level 3 Creative Digital Media Specialisation in creative digital media production for progression to related Higher Education course and potential creative industries career.
• A Level Mathematics Study of Pure Mathematics, Statistics, and Mechanics building on GCSE concepts like algebra, graphs, trigonometry, forces, and data analysis.
• A Level Further Mathematics Advanced mathematics course covering complex numbers, matrices, advanced calculus, differential equations, and decision mathematics.
• A Level English Literature In-depth literature study with wider and independent reading opportunities, theatre productions, covering drama, prose, poetry, and coursework.
• A Level English Language & Literature Explores spoken language and language production while engaging with diverse literary texts, combining best of language and literature.
• GCSE English Language Compulsory course for students with GCSE grade 3 or 2, developing skills in reading, writing and spoken communication through fiction and non-fiction texts.
• GCSE Mathematics Mandatory course for students with GCSE Maths Grade of 3 or lower, assessed through three written papers (two calculator, one non-calculator).
• BTEC Level 3 Health & Social Care Comprehensive introduction to Health and Social Care sector covering Human Lifespan Development, Working in Health and Social Care, and Anatomy and Physiology.
• BTEC Level 3 Information Technology Understanding of computer operations, hands-on experience with IT systems and networks, website design, programming, and data modelling.
• BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Practical course involving performance, coursework, and opportunities for plays and productions, exploring contemporary theatre and devising original work.
• A Level Psychology Understanding and evaluation of main principles of Cognitive, Biological, Social and Behaviourist approaches and their application to modern-day society.
• BTEC Level 3 Sport Enhances theoretical knowledge and practical skills in Sport and Exercise Science, covering Anatomy and Physiology of Sport, Sports Leadership, and Coaching for Performance.
• BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism In-depth knowledge of travel and tourism industry covering The World of Travel and Tourism, Global Destinations, and Principles of Marketing in Travel and Tourism.
• BTEC Level 3 Aviation Broad introduction to aviation industry both on ground and in air, covering the rapid growth of airlines, airports, and route networks.
• Apprenticeships Programme Work-based learning combining employment, training and study for various industries, funded by government and employer with no student fees.
• Safeguarding & Support Services Safeguarding team providing support for students experiencing issues impacting their ability to attend or achieve their potential, including online safety resources and an anonymous reporting system.
• Learning Support (ALS) Inclusive education support for students with learning difficulties or disabilities, English as additional language support, physical or sensory disability support, and medical condition support.
• 16-19 Bursary Funds Financial assistance including travel costs, meals, essential kits, equipment, course materials, educational trips, and childcare support for eligible students.
• Work Experience Programme High quality work experiences including minimum 5 days work experience and Extended Work Placements of 45 days, with bursaries available for travel and equipment.
• Student Enrichment Programme (Coulsdon Plus) Extra-curricular activities including Duke of Edinburgh's Award, sports teams, volunteering, fundraising, Students' Union, and Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).

Quantifiable outcome

• 99-100% pass rate over four consecutive years
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Croydon CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCroydon College and Coulsdon Sixth Form College merged to form the Croydon College Group. As part of this group, the colleges share governance, policies, resources, and strategic direction. The merger enables shared facilities, combined apprenticeships programmes (one of the largest providers in the South East), and unified school partnership activities.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Woodhouse College: North London sixth form college specialising in 16-19 A Level provision. Direct peer on specialist sixth form model, target demographic, and academic-focused curriculum.
• Brighton, Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College (BHASVIC): Large specialist sixth form college serving 16-19 year olds in the South East with a wide A Level/BTEC mix. Closely comparable business model, customer segment, and curriculum breadth.
• Esher College: Large Surrey sixth form college serving 16-19 year olds with a broad A Level and vocational curriculum. Direct peer on size, programme breadth, and Ofsted-evaluated further education delivery.
• Queen Mary's College (Basingstoke): Specialist sixth form college serving 16-19 year olds with a broad academic and vocational curriculum. Direct peer on specialist sixth form positioning and Ofsted-tracked delivery.
• Hills Road Sixth Form College: Cambridge-based specialist sixth form college serving 16-19 year olds. Direct comparable as one of the UK benchmark specialist sixth form colleges with strong outcomes and broad A Level/BTEC portfolios.
• Croydon College: Sister institution within the Croydon College Group, offering further education including vocational and apprenticeship programmes. Direct peer on operating geography and governance, with overlapping but more vocationally weighted programme mix.
• Reigate College: Surrey-based sixth form college offering A Levels and BTECs to 16-19 year olds. Highly comparable in size, demographic, and academic/vocational mix in the same broader South East catchment.
• John Ruskin College: UK further education college in South London/Surrey serving 16-19 year olds with A Level and vocational programmes. Direct comparable on catchment overlap, programme mix (A Levels/BTECs), and government funding model.

Broad incumbents

• Capital City College Group: Large London further education college group operating multiple campuses and a wider portfolio including adult learning, HE, and apprenticeships. Comparable on FE funding model and curriculum breadth, but operates at materially larger scale.
• City of Westminster College: London-based further education college with broader vocational and HE offerings. Comparable as a UK FE institution funded through government channels and serving similar age cohorts, though it operates a wider programme mix than a specialist sixth form.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/coulsdoncollege
• Facebookfacebook.com/coulsdonsixthformcollege
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/coulsdoncollege/?viewAsMember=true
• Instagraminstagram.com/coulsdonsixthformcollege

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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