You can choose to continue your education at the same school if it has a sixth form. This can be a good option as the school will already know the additional support that you need and can continue to support you through the curriculum.
In year 11, your school will start talking with you and your family about your next steps. If you’re staying at the same school, you’ll begin planning your sixth form journey with teachers who already know you well. If you’re moving to a new school, you might visit for a tour, meet staff, and take part in transition activities to help you feel more confident.
Your EHC plan, if you have one, will be reviewed to make sure your new setting can meet your needs. Sixth forms in Devon offer a mix of academic and practical courses, and they’ll work with you to build a learning plan that suits your goals and interests
You can find information about all the schools that have sixth forms in Devon. Specific information about the support available for students with SEND should be available on each school’s website.
Special schools with a sixth form
For young people with SEND, continuing education in a special school after year 11 can offer a familiar and supportive environment. In Devon, special schools with post-16 provision focus on preparing students for adulthood through a personalised and practical curriculum.
Post-16 programmes typically include:
- functional skills in English, maths, and ICT
- independent living skills, such as cooking, travel training, and managing money
- work-related learning, including supported internships or vocational experiences
- health and wellbeing activities, including creative arts and physical education
Each student follows an individual learning plan tailored to their needs, interests, and future goals. Schools work closely with families, health professionals, and transition services.
The following special schools in Devon offer post-16 provision: