The closest student accommodation in Bolton is The Cube, just a 12-minute walk away.
The Sixth Form Bolton student accommodation typically ranges from £131 to £376 per week.
The Sixth Form Bolton’s September intake typically begins in early September.
For the September intake, start looking in January or February at the latest. Rooms within walking distance of campus sell out quickly.
Deane Road Bus Station is a 1-minute walk from the campus.
The Sixth Form Bolton is a specialist college & does not operate university-style halls of residence, so students who need housing generally look for The Sixth Form Bolton off-campus accommodation. Amber provides modern accommodation options with weekly rents ranging from £131 to £376 per week. One of the best choices is The Cube, located a 12-minute walk from the campus
Located on Deane Road, Bolton, BL3 5BU, The Sixth Form Bolton is the only specialist sixth form college in Bolton. It focuses entirely on full-time education for 16–19-year-olds, offering A Levels, vocational qualifications & mixed study programmes. The college reports 1,861 students & is currently led by Principal Stuart Merrills. It was rated Good by Ofsted during its October 2023 inspection. Students study at a modern town-centre campus with facilities including six science labs, art studios, a photography room, a gym, performance theatre, dance studio, music technology facilities, quiet study areas, B6 Bistro & a Rooftop Restaurant.
Finding The Sixth Form Bolton accommodation is simple with amber. Students can choose from ensuite rooms, studios, non-ensuite rooms & shared apartments to suit different budgets. Some of the best Sixth Form Bolton apartments are:
| Property | Price | Distance from Campus |
|---|---|---|
| John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts | From £131/week | 9.4 miles |
| iQ Student Quarter | From £177/week | 9.7 miles |
| True Manchester Salford | From £229/week | 10.3 miles |
The college's town-centre location provides convenient access to buses and rail services. The Deane Road bus stops are a 1-minute walk from the college. Derby Street is a 4-minute walk away, with services such as the 559 & 582. Bolton railway station on Trinity Street is also a 10-minute walk from the campus. Transport for Greater Manchester specifically identifies Bolton station as the nearest railway station to the college.
Rather than a university-style students' union, The Sixth Form Bolton gives students a formal voice through Learner Voice. Students can also become Student Ambassadors, representing the college at Open Events, New Student Day, school taster days, & school presentations.
Current opportunities include the Law Society, Debating Society, College Band, Cricket Academy, Boys & Girls Football, Performing Arts Academy, Policing Academy, Aspiring to STEM Group, & Student Leadership Programmes. Shorter activities include Chess Club, Creative Writing Club, Film Club, History Club, Japanese, Philosophy Club, Politics Club, Podcasting, Sign Language & The Green Club.