Dominic, Year 12

KES is an amazing sixth form that offers loads of opportunities and provides a welcoming, enjoyable place to learn in.

Why did you choose to study at KES Sixth Form?

From going to all the open evenings and having gone to KES high school, I knew that the sixth form had many amazing opportunities to offer and that all the staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.
 

What are your favourite extra-curricular activities to take part in? 

Some of my favourite extra-curricular activities include being a part of the events committee and getting to plan interesting and fun events for the sixth form. I also really enjoy being a part of the drama technical team as it gives me something really fun to do alongside my studies. The sixth form has loads of activities to join in with, and I really like having the opportunity to try out new things and meet new people!
 

How supported to learn and try out new things do you feel at KES Sixth Form?

The sixth-form team are really supportive of us. They encourage us to get involved with loads of new activities through the enrichment sessions as well as outside of school activities. They also support our learning by providing us with great spaces and all the resources we need to make the most of our revision time.
 

What do you plan to do once you leave KES Sixth Form?

I don't have any solid plans as to what I want to do yet, although I do have some rough ideas. The sixth-form team are great at helping us decide what our next steps are and are always on hand to answer any questions we might have. They are always really supportive in getting us to our next destination no matter what that may look like.
 

What would be your advice to students looking to start at KES Sixth Form?

Honestly, just go for it! KES sixth-form is an amazing place to learn, meet new people and try new things. The sixth-form team and all the teaching staff are very friendly and welcoming as well as very helpful. There is a real community spirit within the school that I think is hard to find anywhere else and makes everyone feel welcome and included within the school.
 

Don't be afraid of meeting new people either. Both staff and students are so friendly and welcoming. The house events (both whole-school and sixth-form only) and enrichment activities that the school offers give you a great opportunity to get involved with the community, and try something new!
 

While there is a lot of work to be done, KES makes it so much more enjoyable by being a great environment to study in, through both the independent study room as well as the group study rooms. The staff are always on hand to help with revision or any questions and are more than happy to help!

Jessica, Year 12

Why did you choose to study at KES Sixth Form?

After the taster day, I knew I would have all of the support I needed to achieve my aims.
 

What is your proudest moment during your time here so far?

I achieved two A* grades on both of my Psychology tests.
 

What are your favourite extra-curricular activities to take part in? 

I am on a law programme, set up by KES sixth form, that includes moots (a mock court trial) and this is particularly enjoyable because I want to be a lawyer.
 

How supported to learn and try out new things do you feel at KES Sixth Form?

I feel very supported/encouraged by all staff and students to learn and engage with various activities.
 

What do you plan to do once you leave KES Sixth Form?

I plan to study at Oxford University on a 4-year Law course.
 

What would be your advice to students looking to start at KES Sixth Form?

My advice would be to make sure you’re effective with your time management because the workload can seem overwhelming in the beginning, especially because there’s such a large gap between expectations of GCSE’s compared to A-Levels.

Alina, Year 13

Why did you choose to study at KES Sixth Form?

Studying A-Levels at KES has been an academically rigorous and intellectually stimulating experience. Studying in the refurbished library is a rejuvenating experience and learning in state of the art of laboratories is vital for conceptualising scientific concepts. The fantastic pastoral support and guidance offered is unrivalled.
 

What is your proudest moment during your time here so far?

Gaining an offer from Oxford University to study medicine is undoubtedly my proudest academic achievement. I would like to offer my heartfelt gratitude to my teachers for inspiring and motivating me to strive for academic excellence and writing references which have enabled me to participate in schemes organised by Oxford and Cambridge.
 

What are your favourite extra-curricular activities to take part in? 

As president of Debating Society I love organising debates, engaging in intellectually enriching conversations and broadening my intellectual horizon by exploring eclectic and zeitgeisty issues spanning from ever-evolving advancements in geopolitics to antimicrobial resistance.
 

What would be your advice to students looking to start at KES Sixth Form?

KES Sixth Form is marvellous, the dedicated supervision provided by expert teachers is invaluable in crafting an exquisite and bespoke personal statement.

Caitlin, Year 13

How supported to learn and try out new things do you feel at KES Sixth Form?

Fully supported. Staff go above and beyond to give you the support you may need but still allow you to have the independence necessary to get used to being an adult in the working world.
 

What would be your advice to students looking to start at KES Sixth Form?

Study a subject you enjoy but also make sure you plan ahead with what it is you want to do in life- explore all options available to you and don’t accept your first offer if you’re unsure. Participate in as many extra-curricular activities/classes you can to get yourself ahead of the competition and stand out in applications. It’s not just about the grades you receive at the end of your course.

Millie

Why did you choose to study at KES Sixth Form?

I was at KES from Year 7 through to Year 11 and I liked the support the school offered.
 

What is your proudest moment during your time here so far?

Becoming a senior prefect and seeing hard work pay off.
 

What are your favourite extra-curricular activities to take part in? 

Organising bake sales and other events to raise money.
 

What would be your advice to students looking to start at KES Sixth Form?

Keep on top of work so you don’t get behind! Don’t be scared to ask for help if you’re struggling academically or just in general because the sixth form staff are so supportive.

Erin, Year 13

Why did you choose to study at KES Sixth Form?

I knew from going to KES since Year 7 that the teachers would be very helpful and I was very comfortable at the school. 
 

What is your proudest moment during your time here so far?

Sending in my university applications.
 

What are your favourite extra-curricular activities to take part in? 

Being part of the eco-committee.
 

What would be your advice to students looking to start at KES Sixth Form?

Focus on what you plan to do after sixth form and take advantage of the resources and help given.