
Your future starts here…
Open up a whole new world of exciting opportunities by choosing to study at West Cumbria’s newest sixth form provider.
The West Coast Sixth Form is a joint venture between The Whitehaven Academy and Workington Academy and offers fantastic opportunities for post-16 students.
You can choose from over 20 A Level and vocational qualifications recognised and accepted by universities, training providers and employers.
There’s also a wealth of extra-curricular and enrichment opportunities that encourage all our students to develop a wide variety of skills and competences that will support progression to what you want to do next.
You’ll be guided by our experienced and dedicated staff, receive high-quality pastoral care and work in an inviting, welcoming community.
We’re delighted to say that our students have a great record of achieving the qualifications they want. Workington Academy’s Sixth Form was recognised as ‘Good’ by Ofsted and in the last three years more than 98% of students have gone on to university study, apprenticeship training or employment.
Have a look around this website to find out more. Click on Course Details to see what’s on offer to you.
Got questions or want to take a tour? Then please contact us.





Latest News
West Coast Sixth Form: Your Future Starts Here!
Got your trial results? Thinking about your options for September? West Coast Sixth Form (WCSF) is the place where ambition meets opportunity, and we still have places available for the next academic year! At WCSF, we take pride in offering outstanding academic and career pathways, ensuring our students are well-prepared for the future. This year, [...]
West Coast Sixth Form Celebrates Dream Placement Success
Nine students from West Coast Sixth Form (WCSF) are celebrating after successfully securing a place on the Dream Placement programme. Dream Placement is a 6 month leadership development programme, led by the Centre for Leadership Performance, for all 16-18 year olds across Cumbria, which for some young people will result in a week’s Dream Placement. […]
Open Evening Dates Confirmed
Join us for the West Coast Sixth Form Open Evening at Workington Academy and The Whitehaven Academy!
What Our Alumni Say
Dana
“Attending sixth form has opened up a wide variety of opportunities for me including the Scholars Programme and Realising Opportunities Scheme which have been useful in my application to university.”
Holly
“Through sixth form I have had lots of wonderful experiences which have helped me build my confidence and inter-personal skills making me a more successful student.”