WPP WPP PLC

FORM 6-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

Report of Foreign Private Issuer

Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16

under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

For the Month of January 2016

Commission File Number: 0-16350

WPP PLC

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

27 Farm Street, London W1J 5RJ, England

(Address of principal executive offices)

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Forward-Looking Statements

In connection with the provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the “Reform Act”), the Company may include forward-looking statements (as defined in the Reform Act) in oral or written public statements issued by or on behalf of the Company. These forward-looking statements may include, among other things, plans, objectives, projections and anticipated future economic performance based on assumptions and the like that are subject to risks and uncertainties. As such, actual results or outcomes may differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ include but are not limited to: the unanticipated loss of a material client or key personnel, delays or reductions in client advertising budgets, shifts in industry rates of compensation, regulatory compliance costs or litigation, natural disasters or acts of terrorism, the Company’s exposure to changes in the values of major currencies other than the UK pound sterling (because a substantial portion of its revenues are derived and costs incurred outside of the United Kingdom) and the overall level of economic activity in the Company’s major markets (which varies depending on, among other things, regional, national and international political and economic conditions and government regulations in the world’s advertising markets). In light of these and other uncertainties, the forward-looking statements included in the oral or written public statements should not be regarded as a representation by the Company that the Company’s plans and objectives will be achieved. In addition, you should consider the risks described in Item 3D, captioned “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Form 20-F for the year ended 31 December 2014, which could also cause actual results to differ from forward-looking information. In light of these and other uncertainties, the forward-looking statements included in this document should not be regarded as a representation by the Company that the Company’s plans and objectives will be achieved.

The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any such forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

EXHIBIT INDEX

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

Exhibit 1

WPP PLC (“WPP”)

Notification of Preliminary Results

WPP will announce its Preliminary Statement for the year ended 31 December 2015 on Friday, 4 March 2016.

Exhibit 2

WPP PLC (“WPP”)

WPP invests in Courtside Ventures

Bruin Sports Capital, the media, sports, marketing and branded lifestyle venture launched in 2015 by George Pyne today announced a strategic partnership with Courtside Ventures, a venture capital fund investing across early stage technology and media companies with a focus on sports. Backed by anchor investor Dan Gilbert, founder and chairman of Rock Ventures, Quicken Loans and majority owner of the NBA’s Cleveland Cavaliers, and WPP, the world’s leading communication services company, Courtside Ventures will invest $35MM to support innovative technology disrupters across sports and media that have the potential for broader applicability across other markets.

Courtside Ventures will leverage the expertise of its experienced team of sports, digital and marketing executives: George Pyne, who will serve as Non-Executive chairman, is founder and CEO of Bruin Sports Capital, whose firm’s operational experience and 25 year track record of building successful platform businesses across multiple industries will provide Courtside Ventures with unique knowledge and connections in the sports industry. Dan Gilbert will lend his insight as an internationally recognized entrepreneur and investor in today’s leading digital and technology start-up companies. These experiences, combined with WPP’s collective worldwide network and global reach across industries will allow Courtside Ventures to establish steady access to innovative deals and a long term source of capital from a diversified and experienced group of investors to accelerate, expand and amplify Courtside’s investments. Its partners will include Deepen Parikh, venture partner at Interplay Ventures and co-founder of NYVC Sports, Vasu Kulkarni, founder and CEO of sports analytics company Krossover and an experienced entrepreneur and investor, and Brian Hermelin, Managing Partner and co-founder of Rockbridge Growth Equity and Detroit Venture Partners, two investment arms within Gilbert’s portfolio of companies. Courtside Ventures’ Advisory Board will include long-time sports media entrepreneur Brian Bedol, founder and CEO of Bedrocket Media Ventures, and founder of Classic Sports Network (now ESPN Classic) and College Sports Network (now CBS Sports Network), and veteran sports media executive Doug Perlman, founder and CEO of Sports Media Advisors, and former head of the media divisions at IMG and the National Hockey League. The company will have operations in Detroit and New York City.

“This powerful partnership’s unparalleled pedigree in sports, marketing, and technology enables Bruin Sports Capital to be at the forefront of digital innovation,” said George Pyne, Founder and CEO of Bruin Sports Capital. “Courtside Ventures is well positioned to recognize and take advantage of the important role sports plays within the changing dynamics of today’s media landscape.”

“The fact that yet another venture capital firm will be operating in Detroit is more evidence that the city is becoming one of the most innovative and exciting entrepreneurial places in the country. The intersection of sports and technology will be located in downtown Detroit,” said Dan Gilbert. “Courtside Ventures will enable entrepreneurs to harness the power and appeal of sports while creating significant value for fans and investors.”

“Sports remains a fundamental interest for our clients, the media and our people. So, we are delighted to participate in Courtside, particularly with Dan Gilbert and George Pyne. “The icing on the cake is the Detroit location, home of our largest client, Ford,” said WPP founder and CEO Sir Martin Sorrell.

The investment continues WPP’s commitment to digital and content, with sport critical to this strategy. Last year GroupM, the world’s leading media investment management group that is wholly owned by WPP, launched ESP Properties, a commercial and creative advisor to sports and entertainment rights holders. ESP Properties is dedicated to helping properties take full advantage of digital and data-driven changes in the media landscape to better understand their audiences, develop more relevant ways to engage with them, and provide potential brand partners more valuable ways to connect with their communities of fans. Iconic organizations such as the All Blacks (New Zealand Rugby Union) and the Cleveland Cavaliers are among a growing list of major clients.

WPP already works with a large number of premium sports organizations and properties across its operating companies, including the IOC, FIFA, UEFA, Premier League, La Liga, F1, Manchester United, City Football Group, NASCAR, NBA, PAC-12, the NFL and retired Brazilian football legends Ronaldo, via a partnership in 9ineSports & Entertainment and Pelé, via a partnership between GroupM and Legends 10, the exclusive global agent to Pelé. This new investment in Courtside Ventures will allow WPP to widen and deepen those relationships on behalf of its clients.

With Courtside, Bruin Sports Capital participated in a second successful fund raise since last year, and this latest major deal allows Bruin to continue diversifying and expanding its portfolio of platform businesses. In 2015, Bruin acquired experiential marketing agency Engine Shop, and On Location Experiences, which recently acquired Jon Bon Jovi’s Runaway Tours, launching Bruin’s presence into the global sports and entertainment hospitality industry.

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Exhibit 3

WPP PLC (“WPP”)

Kantar acquires a majority stake in market research firm in the Nordics

WPP announces that its data investment management division Kantar has acquired a majority stake in its partner in Denmark and Sweden, Millward Brown Denmark ApS.

Since joining the Millward Brown network as a licensee in 1997, the company, with offices in Copenhagen and Stockholm, has grown to become one of the most prominent market research agencies in Denmark and Sweden, with a well-balanced client portfolio combining large international clients and local brands.

With this acquisition, Kantar strengthens its presence and broadens its offer in all Nordic markets.

Millward Brown Denmark ApS’ consolidated revenues for the year ended 30 June 2014 were DKK 52.3 million, with gross assets of DKK 23.8 million as at the same date.

Kantar is the data investment management arm of WPP and one of the world’s largest insight, information and consultancy groups. By connecting the diverse talents of its 12 specialist companies, the group aims to become the pre-eminent provider of compelling and inspirational insights for the global business community. Its 30,000 employees work across 100 countries and across the whole spectrum of research and consultancy disciplines, enabling the group to offer clients business insights at each and every point of the consumer cycle. The group’s services are employed by over half of the Fortune Top 500 companies.

Worldwide, WPP’s data investment management companies (including associates and investments) collectively generate revenues of almost US$5 billion and employ over 36,000 people. In the Nordics (Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden), WPP companies (including associates) generate revenues of nearly US$500 million and employ over 2,500 people.

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Exhibit 4

WPP PLC (“WPP”)

WPP Digital acquires minority stake in Mitú

WPP Digital, the investment arm of WPP, has acquired a minority interest in Mitú, Inc. (“Mitú”), a leading online Hispanic-focused digital content creator and media company catering to young Latino audiences in the US and Latin America.

Mitú’s clients include America Movil, Kia, MillerCoors, NBCUniversal and Procter & Gamble. Mitú was founded in 2012 and is based in Santa Monica with offices in Mexico and Colombia. It employs around 120 people.

Mitú creates and distributes original content as well as producing branded entertainment on behalf of its clients. Mitú’s technology enables it to efficiently analyze its Latino audience’s consumption of content across social media, thus providing it with a feedback loop for the company to continually create viral content. Mitú has over two billion global monthly views across all platforms in the US, as well as Mexico, Brazil and other Latin American countries.

This investment continues WPP’s strategy of investing in regions and sectors such as digital. In North America, Group companies (including associates and investments) collectively generate revenues of over US$7 billion and employ over 27,000 people. In Latin America, WPP companies (including associates and investments) collectively generate revenues of over US$1.6 billion and employ over 21,000 people. WPP’s digital revenues were US$6.9 billion in 2014, representing 36% of the Group’s total revenues of US$19 billion. WPP has set a target of 40-45% of revenue to be derived from digital in the next five years.

Within WPP, its operating company WPP Digital develops new digital services, provides common data and technology platforms for WPP clients and agencies and coordinates relationships with leading digital media and technology companies. WPP Digital comprises the agencies Blue State Digital, POSSIBLE, Rockfish, and F.biz in Brazil; the technology companies Acceleration, Hogarth and Salmon; as well as investments in technology companies such as Percolate and Fullscreen, among others.

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