The change to a comprehensive system resulted in the loss of the house system, and replaced with year groups and form tutors. A sixth form had been introduced in 1971,  and by 1977 the first fully comprehensive sixth form was in place.
The shift to a comprehensive educational structure resulted in the discontinuation of the house system, being replaced by year groups and form tutors. A sixth form was established in 1971, and by 1977, the first fully comprehensive sixth form was implemented.