Applications for September 2025 are now open.
What you will need before submitting your application:
a valid email address that you check regularly all parental contact information predicted GCSE grades for all subjects A Level / Vocational subject choicesBefore you apply, make sure:
You know which route you are applying for, your choices are:
- Route 2: GCSE/Level 2 qualifications
- Level 3: A Levels and BTEC equivalent qualifications
- Level 4: Higher Education courses after A Levels/BTECs
You have the required information to hand:
- Your Personal email address (do not use a school email address)
- The Subjects you’re interested in studying
- GCSE subjects you’re studying (achieved, predicted, or working-at grades)
- Parental contact information (email, mobile phone, etc)
How to apply:
Online Application
- Click the Apply Button below (only available when applications are open)
- Select the correct route you are applying to
- Choose your preferred subjects
- Add a Sports Performance Academy option (if applicable)
- Complete the student personal information
- Submit the application form
- You’ll receive an email acknowledgement within 30 minutes (check junk folder if delayed)
Within the application you will be asked to provide information about yourself which we will then process in order to progress your application. We process your data in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 (GDPR) please refer to our Student Privacy Notice and Parent/Guardian Privacy Notice on the college website for more information on how we use your data. We will use the contact details you have provided to keep you informed on the progress of your application and advising you of opportunities to visit us.
Use of cookies: Our on-line application system uses session cookies only. These are text files which are essential for you to use the on-line applications system and view your information securely. No user-specific information is held within any of these cookies and they are deleted at the end of a user session. If you need any further information on how the college uses cookies, please see the college website.
What happens next?
Once your application has been received it will be reviewed and if successful you will receive a Provisional Offer of a place at KE6. If we need any further information to add to your application or need to discuss your application further before an offer can be made, we will contact you by email.
Please be aware that a provisional offer is on condition that subject specific entry requirements are achieved.
Guidance meetings are offered to support you if you are still unsure about your subject choices, progression routes, entry requirements, or simply would like further information about the college. The meetings are offered between March and May and will be accessible via a link sent out by email at the beginning of the year. You will have the option to choose the date/time and your preference of visiting us for the meeting or a telephone conversation.
The Guidance Meeting is quite informal but it is important to be well prepared for it. This meeting is the chance for you to ask us any questions so make a note of anything you may like to ask before you attend.
Should the meeting be on the college site and you require additional support to attend your meeting, e.g. mobility restrictions, etc, please contact Sharon Berrill at sharon.berrill@ke6n.ac.uk
Taster Event
Monday 7 & Tuesday 8 July 2025 – Taster Days are a fantastic opportunity for you to find about about life as a student at KE6. You will have the opportunity to sample the courses you have applied for, meet tutors and fellow students, get a feel for KE6 and find your way around the college buildings. We highly recommend you attend this event as you can see our facilities and see how we can support you on your journey with us.
As an applicant to the college you will be expected to attend one of these days, so please keep these dates free. Detail about this event will be emailed to you nearer the date.
What you need to do
Choose your day – you are only required to attend one of the days
Book a place on the subjects of your choice – to do this, a link will be emailed to you in June. Attend the day you have booked and ensure you get the answers to any questions you may have.
Enrolment Week
Thursday 21 August to Wednesday 3 September – Exact date/time to enrol will be e-mailed to you. By this time you will have your GCSE results (issued on Thursday 21 August), you will need to bring with you to help with discussions on your final choice of subjects to study with us.
Please note the college will require a paper copy of your GCSE results.
What you need to do?
Book an appointment to attend college to complete your enrolment with us – to do this, a link will be emailed to you in July.
Attend your appointment – bring the paper copy of your GCSE results (or the original email) with you please be aware that screen shots of your results will not be accepted
Agree your programme of study and sign into the course
Start of Term
Wednesday 3 September 2025 – you will be emailed your timetable in advance of your first day at college.
If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact the Admissions team on 024 7632 8231 or email admissions@ke6n.ac.uk
For further details about King Edward VI College Admissions Policy
Please note: all correspondence from the college will be via e-mail so please check your e-mails regularly.