Welcome to Kettering Buccleuch Academy
We are proud of our Ofsted Outstanding Sixth Form, where students consistently achieve excellent results and progress to top universities, including Oxford, Cambridge and Russell Group institutions, or secure degree and competitive apprenticeships and jobs.At Kettering Buccleuch Academy’s Sixth Form, we offer a broad and balanced curriculum with a wide range of A Level and vocational courses. Our strong academic provision is matched by outstanding support, helping every student reach their full potential.Students benefit from:Tailored university and career guidance, including specialist support for Oxbridge and entrance exams.Personal tutors and UCAS mentoring, with input from leading employersA rich enrichment and careers programme, including leadership opportunities, mentoring younger students and The Duke of Buccleuch Research ProjectWork placements in Year 12, building valuable experience for higher education or employment.A vibrant house system that fosters community, competition, and personal growth.Whether you're joining us from another school or continuing from Year 11 at KBA, our well-established transition programme ensures a smooth and welcoming start. We believe in high standards and high support - working closely with students to help them achieve their goals, guided by our values of Respect, Ambition, and Determination.We want you to make KBA Sixth Form your Sixth Form. Join us and take the next step towards a successful future.
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Suitable Ages
4 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,851 Total
No. of Boys
1,003 (54.2%)
No. of Girls
848 (45.8%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
29.4%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
8.79%
A*/A grades
30.96%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
81%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
4%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
65%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
6%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Events
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Admissions Process
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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.
Autumn
2 terms
Half Term 1
Sep 1 - Oct 24
Half Term 2
Nov 3 - Dec 19
Spring
2 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Feb 12
Half Term 2
Feb 22 - Mar 31
Summer
2 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 19 - May 27
Half Term 2
Jun 6 - Jul 21
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Spring Half Term
Feb 15 - Feb 19
Easter Holidays
Apr 1 - Apr 18
Alumni Stories
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Enrichment Activities
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