KAA Sixth Form Prospectus 2019

SECONDARY SCHOOL
OF THE YEAR
SIXTH FORM PROSPECTUS 2019

PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME
PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME
PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME
Dear Parents / Carers,
I’m delighted to welcome you to our Sixth Form prospectus. Students who apply
and are successful will become part of something very special here at KAA: a state
school sixth form that offers standards to rival any in the independent sector. Our
staff, our facilities and our independent school partners Godolphin & Latymer and
Charterhouse have helped grow an Ofsted “outstanding” sixth form here in the
heart of Notting Hill.
What makes KAA6 outstanding? It’s the personalised tuition and expert
teaching from subject specialists that give us a competitive edge. Students enjoy
consistently excellent lessons and careful guidance on their applications into the
world of Higher Education or Apprenticeships. The results speak for themselves
- A Levels which are consistently above national average and typically half of all
departing students secure places at Russell Group, with a small proportion to
Oxbridge each year.
If, having read our prospectus and website, you would like to find out more about
KAA6 please do attend one of our open events or contact sixthform@kaa.org.uk
for further information.
With best wishes,
David Benson
Principal
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CURRICULUM
CURRICULUM
THE KAA SIXTH FORM CURRICULUM
SUBJECTS AVAILABLE AT A LEVEL
Opposite is a full list of A-Level courses
available to study at KAA. Students typically
study four subjects in Year 12, dropping to
three in Year 13. In line with national guidance
and other local schools we no longer operate
AS exams.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
8 GCSE grades at grade 5 or above (including
both English and Maths), with a 6 or above
in the subject to be studied (or closest
equivalent). In unreformed subjects, where
the old A*-E grading system is still in place,
a C grade counts in the 8 overall grades
required, with a B to study the subject.
SUBJECT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
• English & humanities subjects: Grade 6 or
above in English (Lit and / or Lang)
• Humanities subjects: grade 6 or above in
English language.
Students must choose one subject in each option block; the current blocks are
shown below, and may be different on the application form. On the application
form, students will be given the chance to express additional preferences;
if there is sufficient demand, the option blocks can be changed when the
timetable is constructed.
Please note that blocking is subject to change. Students’ individual options can
be discussed at enrolment.
BLOCK A BLOCK B BLOCK C BLOCK D
Maths Maths Maths Maths
English Literature Chemistry English Literature English Literature
Chemistry Biology Chemistry Further Maths
Physics History Biology Biology
Psychology
History
Geography
Religious
Education
Computer Science
Government
& Politics
Psychology
Religious
Education
Computer Science
Physics
Psychology
Geography
Spanish Fine Art Physical Education Dance
Drama German Music French
• Maths: grade 7 or above in Maths.
• Further Maths: grade 8 or above in Maths.
• Science: triple award: grade 7 or above in
the science to be studied; dual award
(Combined Science) grade 7-7 or above.
• Psychology: grade 6 or above in a science,
plus grade 6 or above in English language.
Product Design
TAUGHT @ GODOLPHIN & LATYMER
(FEMALE STUDENTS ONLY)
Economics
Russian
History of Art
Ancient History
Italian
Classical Civilisation
Mandarin
Latin
Product Design
Government
& Politics
All courses (both at KAA and at
Godolphin) are dependent on
sufficient numbers of students;
where there is insufficient demand,
a course may be withdrawn.
Applicants for a course at
Godolphin must follow a separate
procedure which requires higher
GCSE grades – this can be
explained on application.
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UNIVERSITIES & CAREERS
UNIVERSITIES & CAREERS
UNIVERSITIES & CAREERS
From the very start of their time at KAA new sixth formers will be encouraged to
look to their future. The sixth form at KAA is very much a bridge into university and
the world of work and this starts from the first day you will spend in the academy.
EDUCATION PARTNERS
UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS
Our Higher Education team at KAA will work closely with their colleagues
in the HE teams at Charterhouse and Godolphin to ensure early planning for
university entrance. The deadline for UCAS applications to, for example, Oxford
and Cambridge, is early in the autumn term of Year 13. Therefore, preparation must
start early in Year 12. Also, the choice of universities is wider than it has ever been
(including overseas universities), so guidance through the complexities of the various
admissions processes must be provided by experienced and supportive staff.
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UNIVERSITIES DESTINATIONS 2019
UNIVERSITIY DESTINATIONS 2019
CAREERS ADVICE
AND GUIDANCE ARE
HIGH-QUALITY, PURPOSEFUL
AND HELP STUDENTS
TO MAKE DECISIONS
ABOUT THEIR FUTURE.
OFSTED
UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS 2018/19
UNIVERSITY STUDENTS COURSES
University of Bath 1 Civil & Architectural Engineering
Bath Spa University 1 Geography
Birmingham City University 1 Law
Bournemouth University 1 Business Studies
Brunel University 5
Anthropology and Sociology; Computer Science;
Engineering x2; Psychology
Cardiff University* 1 Environmental Geoscience
City, University of London 5
Civil Engineering; History; Law;
International Political Economy; Radiography
City of Westminster College 1 L3 Diploma Film Making
University of Edinburgh* 2 Ancient History; Architecture
University of Exeter* 1 Mathematics
University of Greenwich 1 Hospitality Management
Imperial College London* 1 Computing
Instituto Marangoni 1 Interior Design
Kings College London* 5
Ancient History; Classical Studies; Medicine;
Politics; Politics and Society; Religion
Kensington and Chelsea College 1 L3 Diploma Art & Design
University of Kent 2 Accounting & Finance; Biomedical Science
Kingston University 1 Pharmacy
University of Leeds* 3 Digital Media; Religion, Politics & Society; Sociology
London School of Economics* 1 International Social and Public Policy and Economics
University of Oxford* 1 Ancient History
Queen Mary University of London* 10
Biochemistry; Biology; English; English & History;
Environmental Science; Geography;
Mathematics; Mathematics & Accounting; Psychology x2
Ravensbourne University 1 Digital Film Production
University of Reading 1 Architecture
University of Roehampton 4
History and Politics; Psychology;
International Business; Theology
SOAS, University of London 3 Business Management, Economics, Law x 3
St George’s, University of London 1 Biomedical Science
St Mary’s University 5
Psychology; Sport Science; Sports Management;
Strength & Conditioning Science x2
University of Sussex 2 Biosciences; Economics & International Development
University for the Creative Arts 1 Games Arts
Universaity College London* 3
Bioprocessing of New Medicines;
Engineering (Chemical); Geography
University of West London 1 Civil & Environmental Engineering
University of Westminster 3 Law x 3
University of York* 1 History
*Russell Group University
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ACADEMIC SOCIETIES
ACADEMIC SOCIETIES
ACADEMIC SOCIETIES
Every week, every student at KAA Sixth Form
attends an academic society of their choice.
These are an opportunity to go beyond
the syllabus and to step away from exam
requirements.
These sessions are a mixture of teacher-led
extension, which stretches participants to
degree level thinking, student-led presentations
or seminars, and external speakers. These
societies provide the structure in which wider
reading, intellectual endeavour and independent
research become a reality.
STUDENTS IN THE
SIXTH FORM ARE FULL
OF PRAISE FOR THE
TEACHING, SUPPORT
AND GUIDANCE THAT
THEY RECEIVE.
OFSTED
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CULTURE & CORE VALUES
THE HOUSE SYSTEM
THE HOUSE SYSTEM
At KAA all students and staff are a member of one of our four houses. The house
system creates ‘schools within schools’ – smaller communities of students and
staff that develop a sense of belonging, identity and healthy competition. The house
system provides a focal point for academy events and rewards, and mixes all ages
to allow older students to mentor their younger peers.
FOUR HOUSES
CULTURE
Intrepidus – our motto – is the unifying idea
which binds all the aspects of our school
community. Intrepidus is at our core: it is
a simple, powerful ethos of aspiration and
achievement. It has great meaning to all
students, staff and parents alike.
Intrepidus is about understanding that it’s always
better to try and fail than to never try at all; that
mistakes are an inevitable part of learning; and that
with hard work and persistence we can master
new skills in new subjects.
CORE VALUES OF KAA
Excellence: Not just in academics,
but in everything we do.
Resilience: We love a challenge, and
understand that mistakes are just
opportunities to improve.
Creativity: In lessons, new learning
is always presented as a problem to
be solved, and creativity and original
thinking are rewarded.
Citizenship: Together we are greater
than the sum of our parts.
Above all, this very simple phrase
captures our school spirit:
WORK HARD, BE NICE.
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DISCIPLINE AND UNIFORM
DISCIPLINE AND UNIFORM
DISCIPLINE
KAA has the very highest expectations of student behaviour
and these extend to our sixth formers. We recognise that with
increased maturity comes increased independence – for example
KAA sixth formers are free to eat offsite at lunchtime. But we
also run a very tight ship. KAA is a calm, orderly environment
where students are required to be polite and courteous at all
times. Our culture is one of no excuses and high expectations.
These expectations are set out clearly in our Sixth Form Code
of Conduct and all students and parents will be asked to sign a
home / school agreement before they join the academy.
UNIFORM
We are entrepreneurial academy with great ambitions for our
students and this is reflected in our sixth form dress code.
Professional, business dress is required – with suits of matching
cloth, colour and pattern preferred. Trainers, T-Shirts, jeans etc are
not allowed during school hours.
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FACILITIES
FACILITIES
FACILITIES
ADMISSIONS
The £66 million KAA Campus, which includes the academy and the new
Kensington Leisure Centre, needs no fine words to describe it. Our beautiful
new building speaks for itself – it is a world class learning environment and
we are extremely privileged to have it.
We are fortunate to have our KAA facilities and put them to the service of our
students. However, we also know the building alone is not the answer; it is the
school’s values, our strong ethos, and our focus on curriculum, assessment and
teaching and learning that will be the keys to our success.
Studying at KAA gives you the chance to spend two years studying in one of the
greatest parts of London! KAA is just minutes from Portobello Road, Notting Hill
Gate and Holland PArk - three areas which are world famous for their shopping,
parks, restaurants and culture. North Kensington is a vibrant, buzzing, creative
community and here at KAA we are proud to be right at its heart.
To apply for KAA Sixth Form, please complete
the online application from at www.kaa.org.uk/
sixth-form/applications by 2nd December 2019.
Internal applicants currently in Year 11 at
KAA should complete an application form
via KAA Online.
For queries about Sixth Form admissions,
please email sixthform@kaa.org.uk.
Distinctive features of our building include:
• A high-spec, dedicated Sixth Form Common Room for students to
relax in and engage in independent study
• A professional theatre, built to a West End standard
• Our own sports hall and dance studio
• A safe, enclosed rooftop football / sports pitch
• Specialist performing and creative arts classrooms for drama,
art and performing arts
• Multiple music classrooms and practice rooms and a professional
recording studio
• State of the art design technology rooms, including Graphics,
Resistant Materials, Food Technology and Textiles
• Flexible IT spaces for independent work
• A dedicated sixth form library
• The Kensington Creates Entrepreneurial Centre
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Principal – Mr David Benson
Kensington Aldridge Academy, 1 Silchester Road, London W10 6EX
sixthform@kaa.org.uk / kaa.org.uk
T: 0207 313 5800