[6] It previously held specialist school status as a Technology College (since 1993) and a second award in Applied Learning.

[5] In January 2011, Alder Grange School opened its new sixth form centre for 16- to 18-year-olds, giving its students an easier choice when they carry on full-time education after 16.

The building had a construction cost of £6 million, and offers around 100 student places per academic year.

[10] Facilities at the new ag6 building includes a catering kitchen and café, media studio with camera equipment, a science laboratory, a student social area with library, staff lounge and horticulture equipment.

[5] At ag6, students can take academic A levels, vocational BTEC (or similar) qualifications, or a mixture of both.