Sixth Form Open Evening 2023

Tuesday 17th October 2023 6.30pm – 8.30pm. An opportunity for prospective students to visit the Sixth Form, meet staff and discuss subjects. New applicants to KHS are also encouraged to apply to attend our Post 16 Taster Day on Friday 1st December 2023.

How to Apply

Kesgrave Year 11 Pupils – It is essential that you discuss your subject choices fully with teachers and parents. Further details of the content of courses may be obtained from the appropriate Head of Department. You will be given dedicated PSHE time to address concerns about subject choices and future pathways. There are also opportunities to speak to a member of the sixth form management team. To apply click HERE

New Applicants – Students who join Kesgrave from other schools are full and equal members of the Sixth Form. The sixth form prospectus and application form is available to be downloaded HERE

Application Form and Prospectus 2023-24. Or you can contact the school via email or speak to Mrs Wheatley (Director of Sixth Form). We have an open morning on the Thursday 11th January 2024 where you can see the sixth form in action.

Applications Deadlines

Applications Deadline for internal applicants – Wednesday 13th December 2023.
Applications Deadline for external applicants – Friday 19th January 2024.

We will consider applications from all students who apply by this date. Any applications received after this date will be placed on a reserve list.

Interviews

Interviewing For KHS students, this will take place either Tuesday 23rd January or Thursday 1st February or Tuesday 6th February 2024. You will be interviewed with your parents or guardians and will need to provide a Personal Profile, which will be worked on during PSHEE. Interviewing for New Applicants, interviews will happen in April 2024. Again we ask that you are accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Interviews will take place out of school hours.

(Interviews are not conducted for selection purposes, but are intended to allow for consultation regarding applicants’ suitability for proposed courses)

Tours and Inductions

Post 16 Taster Day – Friday 1st December 2023. This day will allow all students to attend ‘taster’ lessons in 3 subjects – Students not at Kesgrave should speak to Mrs Smith on 01473 624855 (option 3) regarding this.

Sixth Form Open Morning – Thursday 11th January 2024. If you are interested in a tour of the school and meeting our staff and students, join us for our open morning. Book your place by contacting Mrs Smith on 01473 624855 (option 3).

Induction Day – Thursday 20th June 2024. The day offers an opportunity to meet other members of the year group. You will take part in a team building activity and will familiarise yourself with courses and demands.

Registration/Enrolment – 22nd August 2024 (Results Day). This is when you will collect your results and enrol into the Sixth Form. It is a final opportunity to confirm or change your subject choices.

Courses Begin – Wednesday 4th September 2024