Welcome from our Principal

At Paston Sixth Form College, your future starts here, in a place where you are known, supported and inspired to achieve your ambitions.

Set in the vibrant market town of North Walsham and close to the stunning North Norfolk coast, Paston Sixth Form College offers a welcoming and characterful environment where you can focus on your studies while enjoying a strong sense of community. It’s a college where students quickly feel at home, known as individuals, supported by dedicated staff, and encouraged to grow in confidence and independence.

At Paston Sixth Form College, you are at the centre of everything we do. We work with you to shape your future, providing high-quality teaching alongside meaningful work experience and clear progression pathways. Whatever your goals, progressing to university, starting a career, securing an Apprenticeship or building confidence for your next step, we are committed to helping you succeed.

You can choose from a wide range of academic and technical courses, including our A Levels and T Levels, all delivered in a supportive and personal learning environment. As a predominantly sixth form centre, Paston has a strong academic heritage combined with a friendly, inclusive atmosphere where students and staff build positive relationships and high expectations go hand in hand with strong support.

Our expert teaching staff bring both subject passion and real-world experience into the classroom, ensuring your learning is engaging, relevant and inspiring. You will study in professional standard facilities and benefit from our strong links with local and national employers, helping you develop valuable skills and gain high-quality work experience that prepares you for life beyond college.

Life at Paston is about more than just studying. You will experience greater independence and responsibility in a supportive, adult environment that helps you develop the confidence to thrive. With an active Students’ Union, welcoming social spaces and a wide range of enrichment activities, you will have plenty of opportunities to make friends, explore new interests and enjoy your time at college.

We are proud of our inclusive and close-knit college community, where every student is encouraged to aim high and feel a sense of belonging. If you haven’t visited us yet, we warmly invite you to come and experience Paston for yourself, explore our campus, meet our staff and students, and discover what makes Paston Sixth Form College such a unique and rewarding place to study.

Tom Smith
Paston Sixth Form College Principal