Where exceptional students prepare for the world’s leading universities

Outstanding outcomes. Global destinations. Focused support.

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Russell Group (2024)
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G5 (2024)
69%
Top QS (2024)
68%
A* grades (2025)
94%
A*-A grades (2025)
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CONSISTENTLY WORLD-CLASS

Year A*- B(%) A*- A(%) A*(%)
2025 99.6 94 68.3
2024 97 91 59
2023 99.5 94.5 64.8
2022 99.2 95 75.3
2021 100 98 91

Top school in the UK for over a decade at our Cardiff campus for A Level (Daily Telegraph, The Times).

Ranked the Number One School in the UK for over a decade, CSFC delivers unrivalled academic results year after year. Our students progress to the world’s most competitive universities, supported by expert teachers who are leaders in their fields and a university guidance programme that is second to none.

Our international community – representing over 40 nationalities – fosters intellectual ambition within a warm, supportive environment. Students thrive in outstanding classroom facilities and university-style boarding accommodation across two exceptional campuses.

Applications open — September 2026

Start your journey at the UK’s leading sixth form college

Campuses

Cardiff campus

Cardiff Campus

Wales’s capital: a modern and cosmopolitan city around 2.5 hours west of London, with Victorian arcades, waterfront cafés, beautiful architecture and international music and sport venues — all within walking distance of the college.

  • City: Cardiff
  • Setting: Capital city lifestyle
  • Access: ~2.5 hours from London

Explore Cardiff

Cambridge campus

Cambridge Campus

The university city of Cambridge is home to the world-renowned University of Cambridge and its colleges, only around 45 minutes from London — with stunning architecture, independent shopping, punting on the River Cam and abundant opportunities for lectures and events.

  • City: Cambridge
  • Setting: University city environment
  • Access: ~45 minutes from London

Explore Cambridge

University Destinations

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Students went on to QS Top 100 Universities.
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Students went on to study Medicine.
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Students went on to study Engineering.

Students accepted into tier 1 Universities.
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Academic Courses Available

Explore subject options across our two campuses.

Cardiff Campus

Consistently ranked #1 in the UK for A Level results for over a decade.

A Level subjects

Art
Biology
Chemistry
French
English Literature
Further Mathematics
Geography
Government & Politics
History
Physics
Psychology
Mathematics
Economics

GCSE subjects

Economics
Art & Design
Biology
Chemistry
English
Geography
History
Physics
Physical Education
Mathematics
French

1-year and 2-year GCSE courses available at our Cardiff Campus.

Explore Cardiff

Cambridge Campus

Located in one of the world’s most iconic academic cities with access to university culture and events.

A Level subjects

Biology
Chemistry
Economics
Further Mathematics
Physics
Psychology
Mathematics
Computer Science

Academic experience

  • “The Cambridge Edge” super-curricular programme: lectures, expert talks, research visits and work experience.
  • Small, focused community with strong support for STEM interests and competitive subjects.
  • Option for an accelerated 18-month A Level programme at Cambridge.

Explore Cambridge

Student Success Snapshots

Top peer examples

Eastern Europe Peers

Maryia

Nationality: Belarus

Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Russian

Grades: A* A A A A

Destination: Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland – Medicine

South Asia Peers

Gursharan

Nationality: India

Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology

Grades: A* A* A* A

Destination: Gap Year

GCSE Peers

Adrian

Nationality: China

Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Economics, English, Mathematics, Physics

Grades: A* A* A* A* A* A* A*

Destination: GCSE Profile

International Universities

Andra

Nationality: Romania

Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths

Grades: A* A B B

Destination: University of New South Wales – Medicine

Oxbridge

Aleksandra

Nationality: Russian

Subjects: Economics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Geography

Grades: A* A* A* A*

Destination: University of Cambridge – Economics

Hong Kong

Yi Hin

Nationality: HKCCCU Academy

Subjects: Economics, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese

Grades: A* A* A* A* A*

Destination: HKUST – Global Business

Medical

Natasha

Nationality: Singapore

Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Psychology

Grades: A* A* A A

Destination: University of Western Australia – Medicine

South East Asia

Mabel

Nationality: Singaporean

Subjects: Physics, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry

Grades: A* A* A* A*

Destination: King's College London – Medicine

Limited spaces available for September 2026 entry
Places at Cardiff Sixth Form College are in high demand. We strongly encourage families to begin the application process early to avoid disappointment.

Global admissions team

Speak to an admissions expert in your region

Our regional representatives are based around the world, ready to meet you in person, answer your questions in your own language, and guide you through every step of the admissions process.


Can travel to meet you

Speaks your language

Available for one-to-one meetings

Expert answers to all your questions

Shanghai & Central China

Eden Xiang

Regional Manager

Originally from Hubei, educated in Malaysia and the UK. Eden has been with St. Andrew’s College since 2009, covering central China and joining Dukes Education in 2020.

MandarinEnglish

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Middle East, North Africa & Turkey

Zack

Regional Manager, MENAT

Born in Libya and educated in the UK, Zack has worked in international education since 2009 across MENA, Africa, South Asia, and South Europe, managing agent and government relationships throughout.

ArabicEnglish

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Vietnam, SE Asia & Eastern Europe

Vickie (Mengqi Li)

Marketing and Recruitment Officer

Educated at Communication University of China, UCLA, and Goldsmiths. Six years of experience in global marketing and international student recruitment, with close ties to agents and schools across her regions.

EnglishMandarin

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Italy & Southern Europe

Gianluca

Sales Director

With more than 22 years in international education, Gianluca brings deep expertise in student recruitment across European markets and is known for his motivational approach to guiding families through admissions.

ItalianEnglish

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South-East Asia

Tony

Regional Admissions Director, Asia

A US citizen educated in Colorado and South Africa, Tony has served as International Recruitment Director for top UK boarding schools and is the Regional Admissions Director for South-East Asia at Dukes Education.

EnglishDutchAfrikaans

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Africa

Sharon

Regional Manager, Africa

A Nigerian from the Benin Kingdom, Sharon studied Public Administration at the University of Benin. With five years in educational marketing and student placement, she is Dukes Education’s dedicated representative across Africa.

English

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North China

Jasmine

Regional Manager, North China

A graduate of China Foreign Affairs University, Jasmine brings 13 years of experience in marketing and student recruitment for institutions across the UK, Europe, and Australia.

MandarinEnglish

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Russia & CIS

Svetlana Osipova

Student Recruitment Manager

Svetlana supports families across Russia and the CIS countries, guiding students through the application process and answering questions in Russian and English.

RussianEnglish

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Hong Kong, Taiwan & South China

Florence

Regional Manager

Born in Hong Kong and educated in Canada, Florence has eight years in summer school recruitment and a decade managing regional roles at large education groups across Hong Kong, Taiwan, and China.

CantoneseMandarinEnglish

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Guangzhou & South China

Liz Li

Regional Representative

Based in Guangzhou, Liz provides expert support for families in South China, offering guidance in Mandarin and English across the full admissions and application journey.

MandarinEnglish

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United Kingdom & International

Henrietta Lightwood

Director of International Student Recruitment

With 17 years in international education and a board seat at the British Council representing UK independent schools, Henrietta oversees international marketing and admissions across all five Dukes Education colleges.

English

Speak to Henrietta →

September 2026 entry

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Student Stories

Hear from some of our students to learn more about their journey and how studying at the UK’s No. 1 ranked college has shaped their academic and personal growth. Their stories offer a glimpse into the vibrant and supportive learning environment that defines Cardiff Sixth Form College, where students are empowered to thrive and excel.

CSFC is more than a school. It is a high-performance community of motivated students and dedicated educators, united by one goal: achieving extraordinary futures.

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