 A sixth form had been introduced in 1971, and by 1977 the first fully comprehensive sixth form was in place.1986 saw the first computer laboratory installed, funded by the PTA, and information technology was gradually introduced throughout the school.In 1989 Mr Ronald Dixon was appointed as headteacher, and in the early 1990s, the sixth form was phased out, with Stockport Council reorganising further education as sixth form colleges.