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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:36%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:44%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:N/A
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:1%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

65%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

6%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:91%
England:63%

Further education

School:2%
England:4%

Employment

School:18%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:5%
England:26%


Exciting Events Ahead!

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Admissions Process

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Nov 2025Dec 2025

Applications Open


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


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Enrichment Activities

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About School

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityNorth Northamptonshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed