Kennet School

Students with an EHCP may apply through the normal Sixth Form application route.

“Students with an EHCP can apply to Kennet Sixth Form in the normal way.”

Mrs L Parker is the school's SENCo.

“Special Educational Needs: SENCo Mrs L Parker”

Sixth Form Tutors provide students with daily support and guidance.

“Our Sixth Form Tutors are essential points of contact, offering daily support and guidance on key issues.”

Pupils have daily tutor contact for immediate pastoral care, support, and prompt attention to their needs.

“All pupils have daily contact with their tutors, who provide immediate pastoral care and support. This consistent interaction ensures each pupil’s needs are met promptly and effectively.”

70% of students achieved A*-B at A Level.

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The strongest reported A*-A outcomes included Further Maths at 73%, Biology at 58%, Mathematics at 46%, Chemistry at 44%, and Art at 43%.

“There were especially good performances from many subjects at A\*-A grades, including Further Maths (73%), Biology (58%), Mathematics (46%), Chemistry (44%) and Art (43%).”

Sixth-form students take leadership and mentoring roles including Student Leadership Team membership, prefect duties and House Captain positions.

“Kennet Sixth Formers serve as role models through their involvement in the Student Leadership Team, as Prefects, House Captains, and mentoring opportunities.”

Pre-Teaching provides practical experience assisting teachers at a local primary school for students considering child-focused careers.

“Gain hands-on teaching experience at a local primary school, assisting teachers and performing teaching assistant roles. Ideal for those passionate about working with children and pursuing careers in childcare, teaching or psychology.”

The school's six stated core values are Courage, Endeavour, Integrity, Kindness, Resilience and Respect.

“Kennet School Core Values: Courage, Endeavour, Integrity, Kindness, Resilience, Respect”

Students are expected to aspire highly, respect their community and develop skills for adult life.

“Our students set high aspirations, respect their community and develop essential skills for thriving in today's world.”

The school offers 34 Key Stage 5 course choices.

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Mr R Tamale is identified as Head of Sixth Form.

“For more information or to discuss your aspirations, please contact our Sixth Form team or Mr R Tamale, Head of Sixth Form.”

Internal Year 11 applicants submit their A Level or T Level choices through an online form in December.

“They will be asked to submit their choices, be that A Level or T Level courses, via an [online application form](https://vle.kennetschool.co.uk/sixthform-applications) in December.”

External applicants are encouraged to attend November open evenings and apply online as soon as possible.

“Our Sixth Form open evenings take place in November. External students are encouraged to complete the [online application form](https://vle.kennetschool.co.uk/sixthform-applications) in the first instance as soon as possible.”

85% secured their first or second university choice.

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Tutors support university and apprenticeship applications through references and personal-statement assistance.

“They play a crucial role in writing references for university and apprenticeship applications, assisting with personal statements, delivering Preparation for Adult Life (PAL) tutor sessions, and contributing to various Sixth Form events.”

70% of students achieved A*-B at A Level.

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Kennet School Sixth Form is graded Outstanding by Ofsted.

“Kennet School Sixth Form is a thriving hub of educational excellence, graded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.”