Join Harrogate at 16/17 after GCSE's or 6th Form?

im in exactly the same situation as you. im 16 and due to leave school this month. but i think going to 6th form before joining the army is a good idea. thats what im doing. get a few AS/A levels then join. not only will the pay rate be higher when you do join, but you can get a better job after the army. good luck mate.