sixth form
noun
British
: the two final years of secondary school in Britain for students aged 16 to 18
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These qualities are role modeled by students in the sixth form, who exhibit responsibility, teamwork and empathy.
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“Sixth form.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sixth%20form. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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