INTRODUCTION
The Sixth Form is large , cosmopolitan and exciting , comprising over 450 students from around the world . All Sixth Formers pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme , which the school has delivered for 45 years . The IB Diploma represents , in the school ’ s view , the best preparation for university and the world of work .
The IB has rapidly established itself as the gold standard of education . The IB is not just an exam board , however ; it embodies a philosophy of education based on a few key principles :
l students should be both literate and numerate , scientifically adept as well as linguistically able , and not abandon core subjects at the age of 16 ;
l education is about more than passing exams ; it involves promoting creativity in the arts , wellbeing through sport , and compassion through service in the community ; l schools have a responsibility for advancing a clear set of values , including internationalmindedness , integrity , honesty and tolerance towards others .
Every student in the Sixth Form at Sevenoaks is encouraged to be curious , creative , critically aware , and to develop his or her talents to the full .
At the same time , we try to cultivate in our pupils the habit of reflection , and the school ’ s international outlook promotes understanding and open-mindedness .
Our strong pastoral ethos supports expert teaching , and a broad range of co-curricular opportunities complements the academic courses on offer , preparing our students for leadership in an increasingly complex world .
Jesse R Elzinga Headmaster
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