Ignite YOUR POTENTIAL
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL The Kingswood community is called to develop confident, compassionate, enthusiastic young people who enjoy working with others and are pre-eminently prepared to lead meaningful lives. There is much which makes Kingswood distinctive, from our staggering range of co-curricular opportunities, outstanding academic achievement, beautiful site and warm community, but it is perhaps the constructive, open and trusting relationships between our staff and young people that is most commented on. Our talented teachers are dedicated to guiding each pupil on this leg of their journey. Our reputation is as a school where pupils learn as much outside the classroom as within it, influencing the character development of our pupils and helping to inform impressive personal qualities. Please come and visit us where you will be warmly welcomed.
Andrew Gordon-Brown Headmaster of Kingswood Senior School | Principal of the Kingswood Foundation
“A Kingswood education is about the acquisition of knowledge, skills and intellectual mastery but also about developing all aspects of what it means to be human: mind, body and spirit.”
900
pupils aged
11-18 YEARS
global community of over 20 different nationalities
full, weekly and flexi boarding options
annual drama productions and concerts
sporting excellence at County and National Level
+100
+120 acre site
dedicated Year 7 and Year 8 House
scholarships and special talent awards available
co-curricular activities
dedicated Sixth Form Centre and Cafe
20
GCSE subject choices
23
A Level subject choices
PASTORAL CARE Kingswood provides each pupil with a nurturing and safe environment where all are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally. Our dedicated pastoral team works closely with pupils to address any concerns and provide guidance and support to help them succeed. Kingswood is committed to promoting positive wellbeing and empowering students to reach their full potential. Through our bespoke Kingswood for Life programme, pupils are enabled to: • Be aware of themselves and others • Be connected to their community and their world • Be purposeful and mindful in their intentions • Be resilient in the face of adversity Year 7 & 8
Years 9-11
Year 12 &13
“It comes as no surprise that Kingswood is the go-to school in this slice of south-west England. The all-through, Bathbased co-ed is the epitome of a polymath (school)...”
“A busy happy school for active youngsters willing to throw themselves into all the School has to offer. Fine academics come as a result of fine teaching, fine tuning and exceptional pastoral care.”
Talk Education
Good Schools Guide
LIFE AT KINGSWOOD SENIOR SCHOOL A Kingswood education is one of depth and breadth, providing pupils with the opportunity to stretch themselves in a supportive and inspiring environment. Busy days offer the chance to learn in the classroom but also on the sports field, in the theatre or DT studio, music room or volunteering.
8:20 Arrive at School
8:25 Tutorial or Chapel
AM
With over 100 activities on offer, pupils can discover new passions or build their talents with the support of our dedicated staff. The activities on offer change each term but include Kingswood Jazz Orchestra, F1 in Schools, Sustainable Development Society, Basketball, Climbing, Duke of Edinburgh and more.
9:00 Morning lessons
10:55 - 11:20 Quarter (morning break)
12:20 - 14:10 Lunch or Lessons
14:10 Afternoon break
PM
14:35 Afternoon lessons
16:20 - 17:30 Activities and tea
Many families make full use of the extended day on offer at Kingswood. Pupils can stay for supper and prep, board occasionally or for just a few nights each week, perhaps during a busy period of play rehearsals, before fixtures or because parents are away from home.
17:30 Supper (available if booked)
18:30 Prep (available if booked)
ACADEMIC SUCCESS At Kingswood we believe very strongly that studying a liberal arts curriculum is still the best way to prepare young people for the modern world. Our young people achieve astonishing success, driven by the quality of our teaching and learning and a prevailing culture which celebrates aspiration and success.
A curriculum designed to foster a broad and balanced education
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SUBJECT CHOICES
A LEVEL
SUBJECT CHOICES
CO-CURRICULAR +100 clubs
LEADERSHIP Prefects & Captains
GRADES 9-7
AT A*-B
SERVICE Mentoring & More
R E S U LT S
GCSE
Pupils build foundational knowledge, develop skills and thinking dispositions in preparation for GCSE and A Level and importantly discover and develop a passion for learning
R E S U LT S
YEAR 7&8
LOOKING TO THE FUTURE Thanks to the rounded and inspiring experience at Kingswood, our young people are prepared to leave us ready to make a difference in the world.
ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
OXBRIDGE APPRENTICESHIPS
PL ACES
MEDICINE, VETERINARY & HEALTH SCIENCES
PL ACES
PL ACES
ECONOMICS, FINANCE & BUSINESS
PL ACES
HUMANITIES, SOCIAL SCIENCE & LANGUAGES
PL ACES
29 7 2 6 PL ACES
PL ACES
35 8 18
ARTS, MEDIA & DESIGN
Mary Mary represented Kingswood on the sports field, as a talented musician and as a Senior Prefect. Mary applied for a Degree Apprenticeship in Software Engineering, receiving multiple offers from major consultancy firms.
Olly Olly balanced his full A Level timetable, studying Physics, Chemistry, Geography and Maths, with a place on the Senior Prefect team as well as competing in national Orienteering competitions. With excellent results, he is studying Natural Sciences at Cambridge University.
Lari Lari boarded at Kingswood, and as well as her A Levels in Biology, Chemistry and Religion, Philosophy and Ethics, she excelled in Sport, Music and took a very active role in the Medicine Society. She is studying Medicine at the University of Glasgow.
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We are ideally located, close to the culturally rich city of Bath, with the beauty of the West Country on our doorstep. Kingswood offers a range of bus routes to help busy families manage daily logistics.
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ADMISSIONS TO KINGSWOOD Our Admissions Team would be delighted to hear from you: admissions@kingswood.bath.sch.uk | +44 (0)1225 734210 We welcome families on personal tours or to our main open days. Visit our website for further information and to book your place. Our main entry points are Year 7, Year 9 and Year 12, although there may occasionally be places available in other years. For more information and specific deadlines by entry points, please scan the relevant QR code below or contact the Kingswood Admissions Team.
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Admissions Information
Years 7& 8
Years 9 & 10
Year 12