Over 2100 students learn here. That’s Esher Sixth Form College. A truly impressive number isn’t it?
Esher Sixth Form College. It’s more than just a building. It’s a legacy. This site began life as Esher County Grammar School. That school moved here in 1965. Before that it was known as Surbiton County Grammar School. It was established in the 1920s. The original Surbiton location is now home to Hollyfield School.
The transformation to a sixth form college started in 1974. The last grammar school pupils graduated that year. By 1979 it was fully a sixth form college. They called it Esher College then. It had about 1000 students. It’s grown significantly since then.
Think of the stories these walls could tell. Imagine the countless exams passed. The friendships forged. The dreams launched. This isn’t just a college. It’s a springboard for futures. Many successful people studied here. Keira Knightley. Jamie T. Even Finn Cole. They all walked these halls.
Esher Sixth Form College became a 16-19 Academy in 2019. It officially changed its name to Esher Sixth Form College at that time. It’s located in Thames Ditton Surrey near Hampton Court. It’s very close to the Thames Ditton railway station. You’ll find it south of the roundabout at the A309 and B364.
Today Esher Sixth Form College offers over 40 A Level and BTEC courses. You can even combine them. Its Ofsted rating? Outstanding. That’s a testament to its dedication to academic excellence. This is a place where students thrive. A place that fosters not only academic success but also personal growth and community spirit. A place that truly prepares students for their future. This is Esher Sixth Form College. A vibrant hub for learning and growth.