insideKENT Magazine Issue 139 - November 2023 | Page 180

EDUCATION
IN ASSOCIATION WITH

YOUR SIXTH FORM PATHWAY TO THE FUTURE AT KENT COLLEGE

KENT COLLEGE IS A LEADING PROVIDER OF THE IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME , CONSISTENTLY BEING PLACED IN THE TOP TEN IB SCHOOLS IN THE UK . WE ALSO OFFER 24 A LEVEL AND CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL DIPLOMA COURSES . WITH THIS BROAD RANGE OF COURSES ON OFFER , WE ARE ABLE TO ENSURE STUDENTS FOLLOW THE MOST APPROPRIATE COMBINATION OF SUBJECTS GIVEN THEIR INTERESTS AND ABILITIES . WE ARE PASSIONATE THAT EVERY STUDENT RECEIVES THE EDUCATION THAT IS RIGHT FOR THEM , AND OUR DEDICATED TEAM OF TEACHERS ENSURES OUR STUDENTS NOT ONLY ACHIEVE EXCELLENT RESULTS BUT THAT WHILE DOING SO , THEY FOSTER A LIFELONG LOVE OF LEARNING .
Multiple pathways allow every student the opportunity to succeed
At KC , we know that every student learns in a different way , and we believe that offering these multiple pathways allows each student the opportunity to challenge their individual strengths and abilities in the way that suits them best . Multiple pathways allow every student the opportunity to succeed .
Preparing for the future
We have dedicated Sixth Form Skills sessions , where we consider future pathways , learn life-skills such as basic finances and living independently , and practice study skills to support their classroom learning . When it comes to future applications , we have formalised pathway programmes , with personal guided support . Over 90 % of students go to their first-choice university , more than half attend Russell Group universities and we have an increasing number applying for Degree Apprenticeship programmes , where they have the chance to work alongside their academic study for leading UK industries .
Resilience to achieve
We encourage and support students to develop themselves through a culture of independence , ambition and personal development , ready to achieve their goals in the wider world post-school . Students have some 100 co-curricular clubs and activities to choose from ranging from the philosophy society to horse riding . There really is something for everyone !
Wellbeing & Sport
Sports for everyone – from beginner to elite ! Including Duke of Edinburgh , wellbeing focused groups , and a dedicated pastoral support team .
Culture , Language , Arts & Music
Music and drama qualifications ; a wide range of trips and activities ; model UN ; public speaking and debating ; and Young Enterprise .
Careers & Fixtures
Pathways to Futures ; Insights Programme ; Sixth Form Skills sessions ; and Transferable Skills Development .
Global Citizenship
Global Citizens project , volunteering project in Peru , and trips abroad .
Service & Community
Leadership within the school and volunteering opportunities .
Kent College is a Sixth Form that encourages academic ambition , creating curious , independent learners , but first and foremost , we are a community that supports every individual to thrive .
Sixth Form Scholarships and Bursaries
We welcome applications for students joining us in year 12 and if you would like to find out more about scholarships ( academic and IB , art , drama , music , sport ) or bursaries at KC , please contact our friendly admissions team at admissions @ kentcolllege . co . uk to book a personal tour , or come to our Sixth Form Information Evening on Tuesday 14 October by registering by at www . kentcollege . com .
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