Sixth Form

The Skinners’ Kent Academy is an independent non fee-paying school funded directly by the Government and supported fully by its lead sponsor The Skinners’ School, a grammar school for boys in Tunbridge Wells, and the Skinners’ Company.

The Skinners’ Kent Academy is founded on the principles of a culture of high standards and high aspirations, a culture of active participation, an emotionally rich learning environment and an inclusive environment where every child is known and every learner supported.

What is the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP)?

The IBCP began at The Skinners’ Kent Academy in September 2012. The IBCP is a flexible, progressive and challenging programme of study that looks to develop our students academically and provide them with the skills for the 21st Century workplace. The IB framework exposes students to ethical thinking which develops their own values and moral compass.  This uniquely prepares them to think, act and work in the dynamic global society in which we live. It is excellent preparation for university, apprenticeships and the world of work. 

The IBCP offer at The Skinners’ Kent Academy

The key difference of the IBCP is the flexibility it offers students. There are three elements to the IBCP offer at The Skinners’ Kent Academy: 
  • Two to four IB Diploma subjects               
  • One Vocational course
  •  The IBCP Core - Language Development; Service Learning; Personal and Professional Skills; Reflective Project (Year 13).

​The three elements can be flexibly combined into a number of coherent pathways that provide students the opportunity to set themselves achievable goals preparing themselves for the world of work, apprenticeships or University.  
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Virtual Tour

​Please click here for a tour of the Sixth Form Study Centre: 

The Sixth Form Study Centre is located at the back of our ​state of the art modern building which opened in 2013. The design of the building was partially inspired by the Guggenheim Museum in New York, as well as other design elements.
Sixth Form Subjects
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Subjects


Vocational Courses (Career-related Study)

International Baccalaureate
Sixth Form students at Skinners' Kent Academy follow the IBCP - International Baccalaureate Career related Programme. For more information, see our IBCP page.
How to Apply
please click here to find out about our Sixth Form offer for admission in September 2018 and how to apply.