Kings London
A British Sixth Form College in southeast London specializing in preparing senior students for admission to leading UK universities through A-level and Art & Design Foundation programs.
College Profile
Located in Beckenham, Kings London brings together ninety students from Britain and around the world. What makes it distinctive is the intimacy of its teaching: classes average seven people, allowing teachers—many holding doctorates—to track each student’s progress through regular assessments and detailed twice-termly reports. Ofsted inspections highlight the high motivation found here, while students themselves describe it as their “second family.”
Achievements
Year after year, the college surpasses national benchmarks, with 78% achieving A*–B grades at A-level. Its graduates secure places at top-20 universities including Cambridge, Oxford, and Queen’s University Belfast, often on highly competitive programs. Beyond traditional academics, its Art & Design Foundation—built around portfolio development and a final exhibition—opens doors to University of the Arts London, UCL’s Slade School of Art, and other leading design institutions. Specialized Oxbridge and medical pathways help ambitious students prepare for entrance tests and arrange clinical placements.
Study Programs at Kings London
Designed for 16- to 18-year-olds, the programs include two-year and one-year A-levels alongside art and design diplomas. Students can combine different formats or shift their trajectory, which proves especially useful for those transferring from Year 12. Each receives a personalized plan reflecting their strengths and target universities, while teaching blends lectures, seminars, one-to-ones, and workshops to foster independence. Personal consultants guide university selection and personal statement writing, and the Foundation course unfolds as an intensive year of diagnosis, specialization, and a final project culminating in an exhibition.
Extracurricular Life
Extracurricular activities intentionally strengthen university applications. Students complement academic work through clubs, volunteering, and research projects spanning creative, athletic, and scholarly interests: student council, entrepreneurship society, debate, theater, photography, science circles, and language exam preparation. The enrichment program includes the Duke of Edinburgh Award, Model UN, business entrepreneurship, and professional internships. Educational trips—to courts, exhibitions, galleries, and university campuses—illuminate career paths, while open lectures and regular visits from university representatives help students understand faculty requirements ahead of time.
Accommodation
Operating as a day college, Kings London supports students arriving from afar through carefully arranged accommodation. Those under eighteen typically stay with vetted host families, which accelerates cultural adaptation, whereas adults can choose Kings Apartments, a modern residence about fifteen minutes’ walk away. It offers single and twin rooms with full facilities. The college’s wellbeing system includes regular student meetings, workshops on exam stress, and partnerships with external support services, creating a secure environment for everyone.
