Stuart Merrills
The Corporation Board of The Sixth Form Bolton has announced that Principal Stuart Merrills will retire in 2027 following an outstanding career spanning almost 19 years at the College.
Having joined the College in 2008 as Head of Department for Business, Sport and Leisure, Stuart progressed through a number of senior leadership roles before being appointed Principal in 2017. Throughout his leadership, students have remained at the heart of the College's mission, helping to strengthen its reputation for academic excellence, exceptional student support and positive progression outcomes.
The College enters this transition from a position of significant strength. Rated Good by Ofsted, oversubscribed, and maintaining an Outstanding financial health rating, The Sixth Form Bolton continues to play a leading role in transforming the lives of young people across Bolton and beyond.
Chair of Governors, Nick Horsfall, said:
"Stuart has provided exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to our students, staff and wider community. On behalf of the Board, we thank him for his service and wish him a long and happy retirement."
The Board has now launched a national search for the College's next Principal, seeking an ambitious and inspirational leader to build on strong foundations and lead the next chapter in the College's development. Information about the role and application process is available through Sixth Form Associates, the College's appointed recruitment partner: https://www.sixthformassociates.co.uk/job/sfb-prin/
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