Admissions & Application

Information for September 2027 Admission

Welcome by Mr Winstanley, Assistant Headteacher

Kingsmead Sixth Form is a vibrant, purposeful and cosmopolitan community which encourages and supports excellence. Kingsmead Sixth Form has become synonymous with the word ‘outstanding’, we are proud to engage with the elite, ambitious and aspiring students who join us.

Kingsmead sixth formers are confident, independent learners who are not afraid to challenge themselves, to strive for excellence and to stand out from the crowd. As a member of Kingsmead Sixth Form you will be challenged academically and encouraged to broaden your horizons, develop new skills and to become a valued member of the wider school community.

Kingsmead Sixth Form hold the highest aspirations for all our students. We look forward to working with you in a lively, energetic environment to enable you to realise your ambitions. This will be achieved through excellent teaching from highly experienced and inspiring teachers, personalised support and guidance from the Kingsmead Sixth Form team and the breadth of opportunities available through enrichment activities.

Key Dates 2025 applications:

• Open Evening - 25th November 2026, 5pm - 7pm
• Applications open - NOW:   Kingsmead School and Sixth Form - Sixth Form Application – Fill in form:
  • Deadline for guaranteed interviews on 27^th January.
  • Applications to be completed by 4^th January.
  • Applications received by this date will still be processed, but interviews will be after this. 
• Year 11 Taster Day (DDD1) - 12th November 2026
• Applications close - 4th January 2027
• Kingsmead Year 11 and External interviews - 27th January 2027
• Kingsmead Offer letters - End of Spring Term 2027
• Sixth Form Fair - 23rd June 2027

Entry Requirements:

• Average Point Score: 
  
  • A-Level = 5
  • Combines = 4.5
  • Btec = 4

Subject Requirements:

• Maths = Grade 6
• Biology/Chemistry/Physics = Grade 6

For further information, please contact: sixthform@kingsmead.org

Application

Welcome to Kingsmead Sixth Form.

Thank you for your interest in studying A Levels here at Kingsmead Sixth Form.

Expectations of our sixth form students are exceptionally high. Students here know what it means to be successful, and foster a culture of hard work and commitment to their studies.

Students accept that studying A Levels is a full time job and are passionate about their studies, both inside and outside the classroom.

If you want to be part of a successful sixth form and are up for the challenge that comes with studying with us then we want to hear from you.

To apply to Kingsmead Sixth Form register your details and apply through our Application Online system: