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Welcome to John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre Academy

In an ever more competitive world, and a rapidly changing educational landscape, your choice of Sixth Form has never been more important. At JKHS Sixth Form we pride ourselves on an exemplary record of success and happiness for post-16 students. Over the last 14 years student success has been outstanding; above 50% A*-B at A2 level every year, and at or above 60% for the past seven years. These figures ensure our key aim: 'First Choice Futures for All’ on results day in Year 13. All students wishing to attend university were accepted last summer with many gaining entry into elite Russell Group institutions. All leavers went on to ambitious destinations, whether it be further study, apprenticeships with leading providers, employment, or gap year travel. The teaching staff have a proven track record of success and are subject specialists providing great classroom experiences and support after lesson, and even after hours. You will be supported during every stage of your Sixth Form experience; from our induction programme in Year 11, to our post-results day support. We are committed to developing the whole student; we provide advice about choosing your subjects and your tutor will help you settle in, improve your study skills, and look after your wellbeing. A programme of skills for employability, visiting speakers and support workers will help you prepare for life after Sixth Form and give you a wider understanding of the world. Our exceptionally experienced and dedicated tutor team plays an important role in the academic and pastoral well-being of students. Our tutors provide tailored advice and support for students during their time at John Kyrle, particularly with students' next steps, be it university, apprenticeships, or employment. Our tutor team understands the pressures and difficulties of A Level study and therefore works closely with the pastoral team to ensure every student is known, cared for, and supported throughout their Sixth Form journey. The Sixth Form at John Kyrle is a busy place to work but our strong sense of community makes it a happy, friendly place to spend time. Our aim is to ensure our students are provided with ample opportunity to develop not just academically, but socially and personally too. We encourage our students to develop their leadership skills and gain in confidence though participation in our Prefect leadership team, our mentoring schemes with younger year groups, representing the school at public events, organising charity events, representing, and leading on whole-school initiatives such as Pride, Feminist Club, Eco Club and boosting morale and engagement in Sixth Form community competitions. We strive to ensure that our students make a positive impact on the wider community and leave us with the experience and confidence they need to excel in their next steps. It is a great pleasure to be Head of our Sixth Form community, I very much hope you find the information on our website useful although there is no substitute for visiting our Sixth Form and seeing it at work. Please contact us if you require further advice and guidance and I hope to welcome you very soon.Helen Bolt Head of Sixth Form

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Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,292 Total

No. of Boys

651 (50.4%)

No. of Girls

641 (49.6%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

18.7%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

2.93%

A*/A grades

12.82%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

88%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

3%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:30%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:47%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:11%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:0%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

38%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

4%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:83%
England:63%

Further education

School:3%
England:4%

Employment

School:35%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:12%
England:26%


Exciting Events Ahead!

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Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.


Admissions Process

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Oct 2025Nov 2025

Y13 Parents Evening Online

Sixth Form Open Evening

Key Dates & Deadlines

Oct 9, 2025

Y13 Parents Evening Online

Nov 18, 2025

Sixth Form Open Evening


Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.

Autumn

1 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 1 - Dec 19

Spring

1 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Mar 27

Summer

1 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 13 - Jul 20

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

May Half Term

May 25 - May 29


Alumni Stories

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Updates Coming Soon!

We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.


Enrichment Activities

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At John Kyrle we have a range of extra-curricular activities, both during lunchtimes and after school. We aim to provide a range of activities to suit the needs of all the students within the school. We asses our extra-curricular calendar each term, to ensure we continue to meet our students' needs.

Boys Football Club
Eco Club
Netball Club

About School

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityHerefordshire, County of
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeMixed