Why Join the Sixth Form

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.

MEET THE HEAD OF SIXTH FORM

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

We believe that we give all students the opportunity to thrive and flourish in a learning environment specifically designed to meet their learning needs, with a range of academic choices including the IB Diploma, A Levels and Cambridge Technicals. The Sixth Form enables students to experience smaller tutorial style lessons and make use of timetabled independent study lessons, developing core skills to prepare them for their onward journey either into Higher Education or the workplace. Our diverse and international community is unique, allowing students of all backgrounds and faiths to be nurtured while being intellectually challenged in the classroom. We have a supportive family atmosphere at KC where teachers will always go the extra mile to help you with future decision-making and supporting your progress.

Mrs Ellie Budd, Head of Sixth Form

CONTACT ELLIE

AT A GLANCE

  • 210 sixth form students
  • 60 clubs and activities
  • Regularly in the top 10 IB schools in the UK
  • 40 different nationalities
  • Health and wellbeing support
  • 72% of A Level students achieved a*b in the last 5 years
  • Small size teaching groups
  • Oxbridge, UK, and international university application preparation
  • A Level courses
  • Bespoke timetables
  • Life skills coaching and visiting speakers
  • Cambridge technical diploma & pre u courses
  • Sixth form common room and study centre
  • 30 boarding outings a year

NEXT STEPS

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

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

Kent College Canterbury university destinations map graphic

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

Joseph

"The support I have received in small groups here has really helped me to grow my confidence and develop my study skills."

Francesco

"I love the international nature of the school and have made some great friends."

Grace

"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."

David

"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."

Gabriela

"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."

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