Aylesford School

Aylesford School is a popular 11–18 mixed comprehensive located in the heart of Aylesford village. With excellent transport links, modern facilities, and a caring ethos, our small community provides a welcoming environment where every student is known and supported.

Our Sixth Form has around 70 students, allowing us to maintain a strong sense of community and provide personalised support. This includes bespoke one-to-one academic guidance and tailored careers advice. We offer a wide range of challenging A Levels and Level 3 BTEC qualifications, giving students the opportunity to study subjects they enjoy and excel in. Our aim is to help each student build confidence, take responsibility for their learning, and leave us with a clear and ambitious pathway for the future.

Leadership and student voice are at the heart of Sixth Form life. Through our Student Leadership Programme, students can apply for positions such as Head Boy, Head Girl, or Senior Prefect, developing key skills for life beyond school. We actively encourage students to share their ideas, helping shape the Sixth Form experience for everyone.

How to Apply

We welcome applications from all students. Applications should be made via Kent Choices between November 2025 and August 2026. If you wish to apply after this date, please contact the school directly.

Course Advice Meetings and Conditional Offers

All applicants will be invited to a course advice meeting during the Spring term, where your subject choices will be discussed and guidance provided. Appointment details will be sent via Kent Choices. Following your meeting, if a conditional offer is made, confirmation will also be sent through Kent Choices.

Applications Open – 3rd November 2025

Applications Close –  31st August 2026

Entry Requirements – 5 Grade 4s or above including Maths and English

How to Apply – Please apply via KentChoices

Careers Guidance

www.aylesford.kent.sch.uk/info/our-school/careers-guidance

At Aylesford School, we are committed to providing outstanding careers guidance, embedded within our curriculum through a comprehensive employability programme. This equips every student with the knowledge and skills needed to progress successfully into the world of work. Our aim is to help students become self-aware, understand the world of work, and confidently develop and manage a successful career.

All students have access to one-to-one career guidance with our dedicated careers team, led by a qualified careers adviser. These sessions build on students’ prior achievements and help them create clear, realistic plans for the future, while raising aspirations and ambitions.

We also provide workshops and presentations on a wide variety of career pathways. Experts visit the school to deliver group guidance on topics such as apprenticeships, CV writing, interview skills, and workplace expectations. These activities are designed to develop personal, social, and employability skills.

Our annual recruitment fair highlights future progression opportunities, bringing local businesses into school to discuss live vacancies and career options within the local community. Throughout the year, students also benefit from trips to enhance their understanding of different careers, including apprenticeship events and university showcases for Years 12 and 13.

Student Support

Students have a dedicated mentor throughout their Sixth Form journey and access to the school’s highly experienced Pastoral Support Managers, ensuring every student has the guidance they need to thrive academically and personally.

Financial Support

Aylesford School offers financial assistance through the Post 16 Bursary Fund. If you meet the relevant criteria, support may be available for travel, equipment, books, or trip costs. All students are encouraged to apply.

In addition to the strengths already mentioned, Aylesford School is proud to offer a range of excellent facilities for our students:

• Sixth Form Centre – including three comfortable common rooms
• Dedicated ICT facilities for Sixth Form study
• Learning Resource Centre and seminar rooms for focused learning
• Sports Hall for a variety of physical activities
• Dance and Gym Studios
• Climbing Wall for adventurous activities

Induction Programme

All successful applicants will be invited to attend our Induction Programme in July 2026, providing an introduction to Sixth Form life, an opportunity to meet staff and fellow students, and guidance on preparing for the year ahead.