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KENT COLLEGE SIXTH FORM

Sixth Form pupils relaxing in the Common Room

WHY JOIN THE SIXTH FORM

IN THIS SECTION

Sixth Form for day and boarding students, enjoying world-class achievements in academic results, sport, and the arts in a caring environment.

Welcome to the Sixth Form which represents the pinnacle of the Kent College experience. Here you will have the chance to explore your favourite subjects in greater depth and develop your intellectual curiosity.

As Sixth Formers you are also role models for the younger students and we ask you to help us to continue to build the exceptionally caring atmosphere at Kent College.

The next two years should be some of the most exciting and challenging of your life.

The Sixth Form will give you the opportunity to:

  • Make new friendships

  • Give you more freedom of choice

  • Enable you to engage your passions

  • Take on leadership roles

  • Try something new

  • Decide on your future

KC SIXTH FORM AT A GLANCE

GREAT LOCATION

  • Situated in the historic City of Canterbury
  • Fast train to London St Pancras in 1 hour 
  • Gatwick airport 1 hour 10 mins, Heathrow 1 hour 30 mins
  • Spacious 80 acre campus

INTERNATIONAL OUTLOOK

  • 180 Sixth Form students 

  • 40 different nationalities

  • Small size teaching groups

  • Global trips and expeditions

  • Bespoke timetables

SO MUCH TO DO

  • 80 clubs and activities
  • Great for sport whether for health or elite performance
  • A cornucopia of music and drama performance opportunities
  • School Farm and Riding lessons
  • School and community leadership opportunities

SUPPORTING YOU

  • Health and wellbeing support
  • Life skills coaching and visitung speakers
  • One to one UCAS, Oxbridge and international university application support
  • Careers and futures programme
  • Homely boarding community

ACADEMIC SUCCESS

  • Regularly in the top 10 IB schools in the UK (small cohort)
  • 37 average IB score for 13 years
  • 70% of A Level students regualrly achieve A*- B 
  • 23 A Level courses
  • 3 Cambridge technical diploma courses

NEXT STEPS

BRITISH UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS

  • 98% of students regularly go to their first university of choice
  • 150 points is our average student UCAS points. Equivalent to A* A A at A Level
  • 47% is the average number of our students who go to Russell Group universities

INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS

International university destinations include Bocconi in Milan, Esade in Barcelona, Madrid, Cornell University, University of Boston, and many more.

Kent College Canterbury university destinations map graphic

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

"I started KC in Year 12 and took every opportunity before I started to attend events at the school and meet Heads of Department to help me ensure I was making the right decision. Being keen on sport I know I made the right decision. Settling in was easy as there were lots of new students and everyone was so friendly and welcoming. The support I have received in small groups here has really helped me to grow my confidence and develop my study skills."

Joseph

"I love the international nature of the school and have made some great friends. I chose the IB as I wanted to continue to study a breadth of subjects and keep my options open for university. You need to be organised to study the IB and focussed with your time. The guidance of the teachers was invaluable"

Francesco

"Music and drama have been a huge part of my life at KC and I have so many happy memories from all the productions I have been part of. I chose the IB for the breadth of coursework and I have particularly enjoyed completing the in-depth study for the Extended Essay. You become a more independent learner in the Sixth Form but the teacher’s support and guidance are invaluable."

Grace

"My journey at KC started in Year 9. Settling in was made easy as everyone was so friendly and there was always someone to help you in the boarding house or with your studies. I have really enjoyed working on my EPQ, Extended Research Project. The independent research leads to the creation of a final report and presentation which has been a valuable experience."

David

"I came to KC in Year 12 and was really nervous initially being away from home, but everyone was so welcoming and boarding has become like my second home. I chose the IB as I did not want to be limited in my subject choices. You are continually encouraged to ask the teachers questions and to challenge and debate ideas. TOK (Theory of Knowledge) has helped me to develop critical thinking and improve my understanding of the things I am learning. Travelling to Peru to volunteer with Edukid to support the building of schools has been a highlight of my time at KC."

Gabriela

MEET THE HEAD OF SIXTH FORM

APPLY TODAY

If you would like to find out more about how your child can join the Kent College Canterbury community or would like to make an application, please visit our Admissions section.

ADMISSIONS