Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Sixth Form College in Scunthorpe
John Leggott Sixth Form College has been a cornerstone of sixth form education since 1968, dedicated to empowering students to achieve their aspirations through academic excellence and personalized support. Our institution prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where individual growth is prioritized, offering tailored teaching, specialist resources, and a commitment to student progression. With a regional reputation for outstanding A Level and BTEC results, we provide pathways to prestigious universities, competitive apprenticeships, and successful careers. Our curriculum, enriched by over 100,000 course combinations, ensures students receive a rigorous academic foundation alongside practical skills. The colleges mission emphasizes self-reflection, respect, and global readiness, preparing learners to thrive in local, national, and international communities.Our 99% positive destinations rate reflects our success in guiding alumni to institutions like Oxford, Cambridge, and the London School of Economics, as well as industry-leading roles. Through partnerships with employers and institutions like HETA and Caistor Yarborough Academy, we deliver transformative programs such as the Fresh Start Programme and John Leggott Wolds, ensuring accessible, high-quality education. Our facilities in Scunthorpe, Immingham, and Caistor provide modern learning environments with strong transport links, free parking, and enrichment opportunities. With nearly 60 years of experience, we remain a trusted family-focused institution, combining tradition with innovation to meet the evolving needs of learners from diverse backgrounds.
Services
A Levels
Vocational Courses
T Levels
International Sixth Form
Work Experience
Enrichment Programs
Financial Support
Transport Services
Careers Guidance
Wellbeing Support
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We offer 100,000+ course combinations tailored to individual career goals.
- Our 99% student progression rate ensures successful pathways to universities and careers.
- Expert teachers deliver personalized support in small class environments.
- We provide free transport, enrichment programs, and industry partnerships.
- Our inclusive community fosters confidence and global readiness.
What people say
Personalized support
Expert teaching
Wide range of courses
Successful career progression
Inclusive environment
Services
A Levels
A Levels are subject-based academic qualifications studied over two years, designed to prepare students for university, apprenticeships, or employment. Our expert-led courses cover diverse subjects, with assessments primarily through exams. Students benefit from tailored support, study workshops, and one-on-one tutoring to achieve top grades.
Vocational Courses
Vocational qualifications like BTEC and CTEC provide hands-on learning for industry-specific careers. These two-year programs combine coursework and practical tasks, leading to university, higher apprenticeships, or direct employment. Subjects include business, health, IT, and creative industries, with grading from Distinction* to Pass.
T Levels
T Levels are employer-designed technical qualifications equivalent to three A Levels. They include 45 days of industry placement, classroom learning, and occupational specialisms. Graded from Pass to Distinction*, they prepare students for skilled employment, higher education, or apprenticeships in sectors like digital, health, and education.
International Sixth Form
Our international program offers A Levels, Vocational, and T Level courses for global students. With specialist teachers and a focus on university progression, learners gain access to top UK institutions. The curriculum emphasizes academic rigor, cultural diversity, and personalized support for students from diverse backgrounds.
Work Experience
Work experience placements connect students with industry experts and employers. Programs like the Fresh Start Programme include mentoring, career workshops, and hands-on training with partners such as British Steel and Orsted. These opportunities enhance employability and prepare learners for apprenticeships or employment.
People
Leon Riley
Principal
Leon Riley leads John Leggott Sixth Form College with a focus on academic excellence and student success. He champions personalized learning, extensive course options, and industry partnerships to ensure students achieve their highest potential and progress to top destinations.
Arran Quickfall
Head of Centre
Arran Quickfall oversees John Leggott Humber, delivering the Fresh Start Programme. He emphasizes employer collaboration, practical skills development, and structured support to help students secure apprenticeships or Level 3 qualifications.
Mark Midgley
Headteacher
Mark Midgley leads Caistor Yarborough Academys partnership with John Leggott Sixth Form College. He focuses on seamless transitions to sixth form education, ensuring students access high-quality pathways in Sport, Business, and Health & Social Care.
Questions
What courses does John Leggott College offer?
We offer A Levels, Vocational Courses (BTEC/CTEC), and T Levels for 16–19-year-olds, with over 100,000 course combinations to suit academic and career goals.
How do I apply to John Leggott College?
Applications for September 2026 are open. Visit our website to submit your application online, or contact our admissions team for guidance.
What support services are available for students?
We provide careers guidance, wellbeing support, financial assistance, transport options, and enrichment programs to ensure holistic student development.
Are there opportunities for international students?
Yes, our International Sixth Form welcomes global learners, offering tailored courses and support to progress to UK universities or careers.
What are the college’s transport options?
We offer free onsite parking, bus routes from Doncaster, Grimsby, Lincoln, Hull, and surrounding areas, and free Wednesday transport for John Leggott Humber students.
What enrichment activities are available?
Students can join sports, media, and creative clubs, participate in the Lifestyle Project with Humberside Police, or attend career-focused workshops with industry partners.
