What we love about the Sixth Form at King’s Ely
We think our Sixth Form is great. But we would say that wouldn’t we! So we asked our current Years 12 and 13 students to tell us what they loved about life in the Sixth Form at King’s Ely. Here’s some of what they said.
“One thing I love about King’s Ely Sixth Form is the balance of freedom and responsibility that you have as well as the help that you receive to really flourish. I also really like the community and how the years manage to mix well and you can create new friendships. Lastly, I really enjoy the Sixth Form lessons because you are allowed to just get on with work that you know you have and you can learn to balance your time for work and free time.”
“The socials have been an amazing way to make friends with the other members of the Sixth Form, mix between the years and a brilliant informal setting to just relax and have a great time. The sport you are offered in the Sixth Form is fantastic, which ranges from the term time team sports, to personal strength and conditioning, stretching and mobility and so much more.”
“I joined King’s Ely this year. I really love the school as it feels as if it has a sense of community with the Old Palace being our Sixth Form centre. I study History, Politics and Textiles with all my teachers being really engaging, making it a lot easier to learn. The textiles department is amazing with so many things to create. I also do netball and tennis which I really enjoy here at King’s as everyone is so supportive and the coaches are very helpful.”
“Drama is the reason I came to King’s, and also the reason I have stayed. I have loved it so much; at Sixth Form level we have been able to do so many exciting things like taking a show to the Edinburgh Fringe. Academic support is also excellent at King’s, and I also enjoy the boarding experience since I have made such good friends in my new Sixth Form House.”
“Sixth Form is the time to take on leadership roles and learn the importance of responsibility through doing so. There are lots of activities you can enjoy in Sixth Form and it is great fun taking part in both sport and music. Sixth Form boarding houses offer a lot of activities and various events, but the most impressive thing is the deep friendships that can be developed.”
I really appreciate the freedom that comes with Sixth Form, it feels like a very progressive change from Senior School which helps me feel more prepared for the future. I also especially appreciate the constant support from teachers in the Sixth Form, it’s so important and extremely helpful. I’m really enjoying the social aspects of Sixth Form; the school environment is so encouraging and allows me to feel confident in myself.
“I love being able to just take a break from studying by going into town for coffee during your frees!
The socials are so much fun and really help to de-stress after a busy week! The smaller class sizes mean you can have a more personal relationship with your teachers. It’s great that everyone knows you!”
“I have loved the personalised feel I am given in lessons. With the small class sizes I feel my lessons are tailored to our individual needs and our teachers have more time to know us personally and work with us individually.”
“Life in Sixth Form at King’s is ideal. The Old Palace has a natural essence which makes study and school life relaxed but productive. The facilities, especially sporting, are perfect for breeding humble competitiveness and excellence.”
“King’s is made from a wide and diverse network of excellent students. It has extensive and superb co-curricular opportunities. The Sixth Form community is tightly-knit.”
“I particularly enjoy the diversity which means you make friends from lots of different schools and cultures.”
“I find the community is such a key aspect of the Sixth Form, making it much more enjoyable.”
“The three things I love most about the Sixth Form are the increased freedom which feels like an amazing step up to adult-hood. The beauty of our space. The huge variety of co-curricular opportunities there are to get involved in.”
“Awesome food! Incredible surroundings! Supportive staff!”
“There are many reasons why the Sixth Form here at King’s is great. Firstly, I think that the socials put on by the teachers, staff and kitchen team are amazing. The food is always tasty and the activities are fun to get involved with. I also enjoy the freedom of the Sixth Form, being able to go into town and relax, while also being able to study in the Long Gallery or silent study.”
“I enjoy studying a few subjects of your choice in a great amount of depth, as it makes me feel like I can focus on what I am truly passionate about. There is a rich social life and friendly atmosphere in the Sixth Form, as there are many social events and other opportunities for both year groups to mix. I enjoy the freedom and independence in the Sixth Form; for instance, you are able to go into town during free periods.”