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Welcome to Kennet School

"The quality of the Sixth Form provision provided is exceptional."Ofsted, 2024Kennet School Sixth Form is a thriving hub of educational excellence, graded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.It is a premier destination for students aiming for academic excellence and personal growth. Our students set high aspirations, respect their community and develop essential skills for thriving in today's world. With a diverse array of courses, including over 30 A Levels, T Levels and diplomas, our curriculum empowers students to define their future paths.Our exceptional track record places Kennet Sixth Form amongst the top Sixth Forms in the country. This success enables our students to secure spots on prestigious university courses and apprenticeships. Kennet Sixth Formers serve as role models through their involvement in the Student Leadership Team, as Prefects, House Captains, and mentoring opportunities. Life in the Sixth Form is distinct from the main school, offering new freedoms, independent study periods, home study, and a more mature relationship with teachers. Our Sixth Form Tutors are essential points of contact, offering daily support and guidance on key issues. 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. Choose Kennet Sixth Form for a transformative educational experience that prepares students for success in the modern world.

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,814 Total

No. of Boys

924 (50.9%)

No. of Girls

890 (49.1%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

21.1%

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

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

10.69%

A*/A grades

24.57%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

87%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

5%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:20%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:65%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:1%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:1%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

54%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

4%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:92%
England:63%

Further education

School:2%
England:4%

Employment

School:31%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:6%
England:26%

Exciting Updates Ahead!

We're currently gearing up to offer you a full list of our courses. Stay tuned — amazing learning opportunities are on their way very soon. Thank you for your interest and enthusiasm!


Exciting Events Ahead!

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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

1 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 4 - Dec 18

Spring

1 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Mar 27

Summer

1 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 13 - Jul 21

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 24 - Nov 3

Christmas Holiday

Dec 19 - Jan 2

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

Easter Holiday

Mar 30 - Apr 10

Summer 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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Enhance your Sixth Form experience with our diverse enrichment programme known as ACE (accessing cultural enrichment). Run by subject teachers, the range of courses we offer is vast.

Coach Bright
Book Club
Pre-Teaching

About School

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWest Berkshire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed