The Norton Knatchbull School

Welcome to The Norton Knatchbull School 

We are delighted to welcome you to The Norton Knatchbull School. We are a popular co-ed selective school with a well-established Sixth Form. Our Sixth Form offers students the opportunity to study a large range of A Level subjects, as well as undertake other qualifications, such as the Extended Project Qualification.

All students are encouraged to take an active part in the life of the school, and we offer many leadership opportunities and a comprehensive enrichment programme that caters for all needs and interests.

Our Sixth Form have several dedicated study areas, as well as places to relax at lunchtimes. We are a happy and successful school, and our students have high expectations of themselves. Our dedicated team of teachers and support staff continuously strive to help our students to achieve their full potential and leave the school as well-rounded individuals ready to enter the next stage of their lives.

NEW Applications for September 2027

Applications Open - Monday 2nd November 2026

Applications Close - Monday 5th April 2027 at 5pm

Entry Requirements - A minimum of six separately identifiable GCSE subjects at grade 6 or above OR an average of grade 6 in the best six GCSE subjects achieved  

At least a grade 5 in both English and Mathematics For most subjects at A Level, a grade 6 in the subject at GCSE is required. However, for A Level Mathematics a grade 7 is required, and for Further Mathematics a grade 8 is necessary

How to Apply - Applications can be made through Kent Choices

Please contact us directly if you have any questions -  contact sixthformrecruitment@nks.kent.sch.uk

Open Evening

Thursday 14th January 2027: 6pm - 8pm

Presentations at 6:30pm & 7:30pm

No booking necessary.

Open Mornings - Please visit our school website to book a slot for the open mornings www.nks.kent.sch.uk 

Thursday 19th November 2026 9am - 12pm 

Thursday 10th December 2026 9am -12pm 

Please visit our website for information on consultation meeting if you would like to visit the school and talk to a member of the Sixth Form Team - https://www.nks.kent.sch.uk/page/?title=Sixth+Form+Admissions&pid=33

The Sixth Form is made up of the following student support network:

We have a Head of Sixth Form and Heads of Year for both Year 12 and 13, alongside this we also have a dedicated sixth form pastoral team who support all students. 

The Heads of Year focus on students' academic progress and plan support accordingly.

The Sixth Form Pastoral Team lead on transition from GCSE to A Level Study and are available daily to provide 1-2-1 guidance in regard to personal wellbeing and attendance.

The school also has its own in-house fully qualified careers adviser that students can access at any time. 

Please contact sixthformrecruitment@nks.kent.sch.uk if you have any questions. 

In 2026-27 we are fortunate enough to be able to offer a range of new A Levels sitting alongside our already extensive range of subjects.

2027 - Digital Art/Graphical Communication & Music Technology  

Added in 2026 - French

Added in 2025 - Law & Philosophy

Entry requirements:

• a minimum of six separately identifiable GCSE subjects at grade 6 or above, OR an average of grade 6 in the best six GCSE subjects achieved

• at least a grade 5 in both English and Mathematics

For most subjects at A Level, a grade 6 in the subject at GCSE is required. However, for A Level Mathematics a grade 7 is required, and for Further Mathematics a grade 8 is necessary.

Please take a look at the Sixth Form Prospectus for details of the individual requirements for each subject. All subjects are offered subject to student numbers but information regarding this will be shared well in advance of starting in the sixth form.