North Kent College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
North Kent College
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North Kent College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Dartford DA1 2JT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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University Application Support: Supported to visit universities and submit UCAS applications
Support for Apprenticeships/Workforce: Comprehensive job search activities and employer collaborations
Career Advice and Guidance: Comprehensive, impartial advice and vast majority move on successfully
Policies and Procedures: Effective safeguarding arrangements
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Learners feel safe, and staff take swift action on concerns
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Dance performances, community projects, and more
Work Experience/Internships: External work placements limited, plans to improve
Academic Performance: Positive progress and high achievement in qualifications
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Quick interventions to address misconceptions
Behaviour and Attitudes: Respectful, enthusiastic, and frequent participation in extra activities
Mix of A,Levels and Vocational Courses: Variety of vocational subjects and T levels available
Teacher Engagement: Experts in subject with extensive industry experience
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Effective in helping learners acquire substantial knowledge
Strengths/Challenges: High-quality and timely feedback provided
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers track progress closely and intervene quickly
STEM Facilities: High-quality, industry-standard resources
Study Areas/Libraries: Excellent performance and rehearsal spaces
School Culture and Ethos: Welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment
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About Us
North Kent College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Kent, South East.
from age 16-99 yr.
69.40% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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If so, you'll need the foundational skills that our business course can provide.
No matter what your dream is, we will help you create a career path for a variety of business sectors and industries.
In order to assist you in advancing in the creative media industry, Miskin Media offers you two distinct career paths that are organised within a professional atmosphere.
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A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 22.52 | 27.11 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 20.93 | 25.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 9.02% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1248 | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 34% | 55.45% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 5.31% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 26.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 17% | 9.04% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.79 | 29.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.19 | 27.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 12.32% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1434 | 161 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 34% | 56.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 4.49% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 21.66% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 20% | 11.73% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
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| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 25.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 23.49 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.72% | 13.07% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1605 | 139 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 30% | 51.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 6.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 34% | 26.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 17% | 8.98% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 27.09 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 25.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 10.62% | 13.37% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 287 | 22.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 4.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 37% | 19.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 4.4% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 24.89 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 24.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.87% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 333 | 27.54% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 45% | 25.49% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 4.42% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
