Longley Park Sixth Form

What Longley Park Sixth Form does

Longley Park Sixth Form is a publicly funded further education college located in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK, founded in 2004 and operating as part of the Brigantia Learning Trust multi-academy trust. The college delivers post-16 academic and vocational programmes to approximately 16-19 year old students in the Sheffield catchment, offering A Level qualifications across 20 subjects, Applied General qualifications (Level 3), T-Levels, Level 2 diplomas, Level 1 foundation pathways, GCSEs, ESOL, and Functional Skills. Approximately 80% of students enrol on Level 3 programmes with the remainder on Level 2 or Level 1 pathways.

The institution operates a single campus at Horninglow Road, Sheffield, with 94 employees supporting the educational delivery. The technology stack centres on the EduLink student portal for academic progress tracking, supplemented by Microsoft Office 365 Forms for absence reporting and Google Analytics for website analytics. Enrichment and support services include the Career Ready programme (the only local provider of this UK national scheme), Project You personal development, Academic Tutorial Programme, Learning Support, Independent Learning Centre, Wellbeing Support, and Wider Opportunities including educational trips to Berlin and London.

The business model is publicly funded through government grants via the multi-academy trust structure, with no disclosed pricing for full-time courses as eligible students aged 16-18 typically study free of charge. Revenue is not publicly disclosed. The college targets recruitment through open days, school visits, careers fairs, and prospectus distribution, with strategic partnerships supporting university progression (Sheffield Hallam, University of Sheffield, University of Hull), work experience (Sheffield Chamber of Commerce, Career Ready programme), and student support (UCAS, Sheffield Futures).

Name

Longley Park Sixth Form

Legal name

Longley Park Sixth Form

Website

https://longleypark.ac.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Longley Park Sixth Form is a publicly funded further education college in Sheffield, UK, operating under the Brigantia Learning Trust, delivering A Levels, Applied Generals, T-Levels, and vocational programmes to approximately 200-300 students aged 16-19 annually from the local Sheffield catchment.

Ownership category

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Product category

Further Education

NAICS

Educational Services (61), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth-to-Adult Bridge & College Readiness (Noncredit) (EDAAAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Professional & Applied Skills Noncredit Certificates (Non-licensure) (EDAAAEAD)

Keywords

• Sixth form education
• A Level programmes
• T-Levels vocational
• Post-16 education
• Further education college

Headquarters

HQ city

Sheffield

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Public Funding: As a publicly funded sixth form college under the Brigantia Learning Trust, Longley Park receives government funding for student education. The college operates as a not-for-profit educational institution.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Longley Park Sixth Form is a further education college in Sheffield, UK, delivering post-16 academic and vocational programmes to students aged 16-19. Core offerings include A Levels across 20 subjects, Applied General qualifications, T-Levels, Level 2 and Level 1 diplomas, plus GCSEs, ESOL, and Functional Skills. The college delivers full-time on-campus study programmes at its Sheffield campus, supported by an Academic Tutorial Programme, learning support, the Career Ready work experience programme, and personal development through Project You.

Product overview

Longley Park Sixth Form is a further education college offering a comprehensive portfolio of post-16 educational programmes. The core offering consists of Full Time Courses at Levels 1, 2, and 3, including A Level qualifications (20 subjects), Applied General qualifications (Level 3), T-Levels, and vocational diplomas. The institution operates a modular approach where students typically enrol on a Level 3 main programme (approximately 80% of students) with the remainder on Level 2 or 1 programmes. Supporting the academic curriculum are enrichment and support services including the Career Ready Programme (the only UK Career Ready provider in the area), Project You personal development, the Academic Tutorial Programme, Learning Support, Independent Learning Centre, Wellbeing Support, and Wider Opportunities including educational trips. Additional qualifications include GCSEs, ESOL, Functional Skills, and Extended Project Qualification. The institution is part of the Brigantia Learning Trust and is located in Sheffield.

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Products and services

• Full Time Courses Post-16 education programmes including A Levels, Applied Generals, and T-Levels at various qualification levels (Level 1, 2, and 3) for students progressing to university, further training, or employment.
• A Level Qualifications Advanced Level qualifications across 20 subjects including Architecture/Interior/Product Design, Art and Design, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Economics, English Language/Literature, Geography, Government and Politics, History, Law, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Media Studies, Photography, Physics, Psychology, Religious Studies, and Sociology.
• Applied General Qualifications (Level 3) Level 3 Applied General qualifications including Art and Design, Applied Human Biology, Applied Psychology, Applied Science, Business, Childcare and Education, Computing, Core Maths, Creative Media Production and Technology, Criminology, Early Years Educator, Engineering, Financial Studies, Games Design, Health and Social Care, Information Technology, and Sports Development Coaching and Fitness.
• T-Levels Technical Education T-Level qualifications combining classroom theory with practical industry placement, providing a pathway to skilled employment or higher education.
• Level 2 Diplomas and Certificates Level 2 qualifications offering a solid foundation in key subject areas including Art and Design, Business Workskills, Information and Creative Technology, Sport, and Working in Early Years and Primary School Setting, designed to equip students with skills for progression to Level 3 or further training.
• Level 1 Diplomas Level 1 pathways for students leaving school with few or no qualifications, including a full-time ESOL programme and pathways in Health and Childcare, Business and IT, Sport and Personal Development, and Visual Arts and Creative Media (UAL).
• GCSEs, ESOL and Functional Skills GCSE qualifications in Biology, English and Mathematics, plus ESOL programmes and Functional Skills to help students achieve vital passport qualifications required by employers and universities.
• Career Ready Programme A prestigious UK Career Ready programme providing students studying advanced-level courses with extra experience with local employers and businesses. The only provider in the area offering this programme, with graduates securing places at top universities and careers with prestigious companies. Offers programmes in Business and Finance, Creative and Digital Arts and Media, and STEM subjects.
• Extended Project Qualification An additional qualification allowing students to undertake an extended project on a topic of their choice, developing independent research and project management skills.
• Reach Further Programme Extended programme for students seeking additional academic challenge and enrichment opportunities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average Grade C at A Level for full cohort
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Sheffield Hallam UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership providing progression pathways for Longley Park students. Sheffield Hallam is one of the largest universities in the UK and a key partner for student university applications.
• University of SheffieldcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership providing progression pathways for Longley Park students seeking admission to Russell Group universities.
• University of HullminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership providing additional progression pathway options for students.
• Sheffield Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership supporting the Career Ready programme and providing students with work experience and networking opportunities with local businesses.
• UCAScoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial UCAS partnership supporting students with university applications, providing the platform and guidance for higher education admissions.
• Sheffield FuturescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth services charity partnership providing careers guidance and support services to students.
• Career Ready (UK National Programme)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLongley Park is the only provider in the area to be part of the prestigious UK Career Ready programme, providing students with work experience opportunities in Business and Finance, Creative and Digital Arts and Media, and STEM subjects. The programme is supported by a network of national and local businesses and entrepreneurs.
• Brigantia Learning TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-academy trust providing governance, financial oversight, and strategic direction for Longley Park Sixth Form as part of a network of academies.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Tapton School Sixth Form: Sheffield secondary school sixth form offering A Levels and BTECs. Directly comparable in geographic catchment and curriculum model, competing for the same 16-19 Sheffield student pool.
• King Edward VII School (KES) Sixth Form: Sheffield grammar school sixth form offering A Levels and a smaller vocational portfolio. Competes with Longley Park for the same Sheffield catchment and similar 16-19 demographic, particularly higher-attaining students.

Direct peers

• New College Durham: UK sixth form and further education college in Durham providing A Levels, vocational qualifications, and T-Levels. Comparable in product mix and 16-19 focus, and a useful peer on technical education delivery and student progression outcomes.
• Woodhouse College: UK sixth form college in North London offering A Levels and a select vocational range. Comparable in mission (16-19 academic and applied pathways) and in delivering enrichment and progression support, providing a metropolitan benchmark.
• Thomas Rotherham College: UK sixth form college in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, offering A Levels, BTECs and vocational pathways for 16-19 year olds. Directly comparable in mission, geography, and curriculum mix to Longley Park, serving a similar post-16 demographic in the same regional catchment.
• Hills Road Sixth Form College: Large UK sixth form college in Cambridge offering A Levels and a broad vocational range. Operates the same 16-19 post-16 model with academic tutorial support and progression partnerships, providing a national benchmark for sixth form college operations.
• Rotherham Sixth Form College: Standalone sixth form college in Rotherham offering A Levels and vocational programmes. Comparable in scale, age range, and curriculum design to Longley Park and serves an adjacent South Yorkshire catchment area, competing for similar student demographics.
• Carmel College (St Helens): UK sixth form college in the North West offering A Levels, BTECs, and vocational pathways for 16-19 students. Comparable as a standalone post-16 provider with similar academic tutorial, support, and enrichment provision.

Broad incumbents

• Sheffield College: Larger further education college in Sheffield with broader vocational, technical (including T-Levels), and apprenticeship provision. Overlaps with Longley Park on T-Level and vocational pathways and serves the same Sheffield market at greater scale.

Others

• Sheffield Hallam University (HE Partnership): Sheffield-based university and named progression partner for Longley Park students. Functions here as an ecosystem/buyer of Longley Park's graduating students rather than a direct competitor, relevant for understanding the destination pipeline and partnership value.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LongleyParkSF
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/LongleyParkSFC
• Facebookfacebook.com/longleyparksf
• Instagraminstagram.com/longleyparksf
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/longley-park-sixth-form

Compliance2 records

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