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Brighton
Kings Brighton Choose Kings Brighton 1 One of the UK’s most vibrant seaside cities 2 Hip and relaxed, with two universities 3 New “state of the art” city centre school
Location factfile: Kings Brighton
People you’ll meet Sara Foster College Services Manager
Sofia Huang Student Services Manager
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Annika Lewis Welfare and Accommodation Manager
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Marc Benier Head of Academic Subjects
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Welcome to Kings Brighton
Location factfile: Kings Brighton
Kings Brighton is a brand new state-of-theart college with an on-site student residence and cafeteria. Located in the vibrant, student-centred and recently regenerated London Road area of the city, it enjoys close proximity to shops, restaurants, and transport hubs, and is opposite one of Brighton’s most popular parks. College address and contact number Kings Brighton 27 – 33 Ditchling Road Brighton BN1 4SB T +44 (0)1273 443403
Kings Brighton’s striking reception area full of art and design, and communal seating
College facilities Spacious classrooms Interactive whiteboards Computer Learning Centre Library resources On-site cafeteria Technology classroom
On-site residence with en suite rooms On-site laundry facilities Wireless internet access Art room Science labs Watch the Kings Brighton video Visit kingshub.online/colleges-Brighton or follow this QR code
Kings Brighton is located in central Brighton in a vibrant area near shops and cafes
Modern classroom with interactive touch board
Accommodation
Spacious art studio
Food is freshly prepared at the on-site cafeteria each day
Purpose-built, fully equipped science labs
Courses at Kings Brighton
Location factfile: Kings Brighton
GCSE
Art Foundation
International High School Programme
3 term GCSE: Entry from: Aged 15, IELTS 5.0* Starts: September
Entry from: Aged 16, IELTS 5.0* Starts: January
Entry from: Aged 14, IELTS* or Junior English Test Starts: September and January
A-levels
UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
English Preparation
Entry from: Aged 16, IELTS 5.5* Starts: September or January
Entry from: Aged 16, IELTS 5.0* Starts: September
Entry from: Aged 15, IELTS 3.5 – 5.0* Starts: January, April, July and September
Extended A-level
Extended Art Foundation
IELTS Preparation
Entry from: Aged 15, IELTS 4.0* Starts: September, January, April, June
Entry from: Aged 16, IELTS 4.0* Starts: September, January and April
Entry from: Aged 16, IELTS 4.0* Starts: Various, see factsheet
International Business Foundation
University of Bristol Pathway
Entry from: Aged 17, IELTS 4.5* Starts: September, January
Entry from: Aged 17, IELTS 5.5* Starts: September, January
Extended International Business Foundation
Academic Study Programme
Advanced Level Foundation Entry from: Aged 17, IELTS 5.5* Starts: September or January Extended Foundation Entry from: Aged 16, IELTS 4.5* Starts: September, January, April, June
Entry from: Aged 17, IELTS 3.5* Starts: September, January, April, June
Entry from: Aged 17, IELTS 4.5* Starts: September, January
Medical Foundation Entry from: Aged 17, IELTS 6.5* Starts: September, January Science and Engineering Foundation Entry from: Aged 17, IELTS 5.0* Starts: September, January
* Or equivalent
For information on all courses, visit our website kingscolleges.com
College life and community Sample Social activities
Location factfile: Kings Brighton
Nationality statistics
Tennis
Sample enrichment Bank of England visit
Basketball Football training and matches Volleyball Cinema Shopping The Bank of England is the UK's central bank, its role is to deliver monetary and financial stability for the British people. It is a popular excursion destination amongst our Business students.
Restaurant evenings Badminton Tenpin bowling Football matches —Brighton & Hove Albion Drama workshop
Google science fair
Theatre Live Music Cultural events
C hina 3% E astern Europe, Turkey and CIS 12%
Sample Clubs and Societies
L atin America & Brazil 12%
Student Council
M iddle East, North Africa and Iran 21%
Kings Enterprise
S outh East Asia 21%
Debating Society Textiles Club Performing Arts Photography Society
S outh Europe 7% W estern Europe 23% (UK 19%)
Google Science Fair is a global online science and technology competition open to students from 13 to 18 years old, which Kings students have participated in recent years. Houses of Parliament trip Eagle Labs work experience
Nationality Statistics 2020 – 2021
Culture Club Science in the News Guitar Club Sample activities calendar (click image or follow QR in bottom right corner to view current activities calendar)
Out and about in Brighton
Location factfile: Kings Brighton
Area surrounding the college Restaurants, cafes and bars Shops Supermarket Cinema The Brighton museum is full of fascinating historic pieces, and is free for local residents and students
Banks Park
The vibrant North Laine shopping district
Distances to important landmarks Train station (Brighton)
7 min walk
Train station (London Road)
11 min walk
Beach
15 min walk
i360 tower
25 min walk
Main shopping centre (Churchill Square)
20 min walk
Gatwick Airport
25 min train
London
50 min train
Typical excursions London Lewes Seven Sisters Country Park Isle of Wight Arundel Castle
Brighton pier is a must-visit landmark
Brighton Marina South Downs National Park Royal Tonbridge Wells Brighton and Hove Albion football matches
Churchill Square shopping centre offers all the big brand high-street names
Cycling is popular in Brighton with a great seafront cycle path
There is always something going on in this vibrant city
The Level Park is situated directly opposite the college
The Brighton Pavilion is a striking building well worth a visit
Accommodation
Location factfile: Kings Brighton
Homestay Homestay is a great way to experience multi-cultural Britain and feel part of UK home life. We have a range of homestay hosts in Brighton (retired people, professional couples, single parents and
Oxford Place On-Campus Residence Our on-site residence at Kings Brighton for students aged 15 and over spans the top two floors of the college. The residence features single, en suite bedrooms with communal student lounges that offer great views over The Level Park. A secure entrance that is separate to the main college reception enables students to access their accommodation outside of school hours
families) who would all like to welcome you into their home. As a new member of the home you will take part in the normal routine of life. You will probably meet other members of the household, as well as friends and neighbours. This will be a good chance to practise your English. Every homestay is carefully inspected by our accommodation team and checked on a regular basis to ensure they exceed the minimum requirements of our students.
On-Campus Pavilion Point Residence Located just 2 minutes’ walk from the school, it offers single rooms with en suite bathrooms, on a self-catering or half-board basis. A limited number of self-contained studio rooms are also available. Communal facilities at the residence include a student lounge area, courtyard garden, TV/games room, gym and coffee shop.
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