Sevenoaks School

A-Level Results (2025 Official Data)

Sevenoaks School is exclusively an International Baccalaureate (IB) school at Sixth Form and does not offer A-Levels. The 2025 IB results were exceptional:

Average Diploma Score: 39.4 points (compared to a global average of approx. 30)

Maximum 45 points: 11 students

40+ points: Over 50% of the cohort

38+ points: 72% of the cohort

These results place Sevenoaks as one of the highest-performing IB schools globally.

GCSE Results (2025 Official Data)

In 2025, Year 11 students achieved outstanding results in their (I)GCSE examinations:

Grade 9: 45%

Grades 9–8: 74%

Grades 9–7 (A*–A equivalent): 90%

112 students gained 10 or more grades at 9–7.

Oxford and Cambridge Admissions

(2025 Official Data)

Sevenoaks has a formidable reputation for Oxbridge success. In 2025, 21 students secured places at the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. The school provides a dedicated Higher Education department with specialist advisors for every academic discipline to support these competitive applications.

UK G5 University Admissions

(2025 Official Data)

The school is a major feeder to the UK’s elite G5 and Russell Group universities.

In 2025:

58 students progressed to top London colleges: UCL, LSE, Imperial College London, and King’s College London.

88% of UK applicants secured their first-choice university.

International Reach: 24% of leavers went to international universities, with 44 students heading to prestigious US and Canadian institutions (including Ivy League colleges).

School Introduction

Sevenoaks School, founded in 1432, is the second oldest non-denominational school in the United Kingdom. Situated on a magnificent 100-acre campus adjacent to the historic Knole Park in Kent, it offers a "global" education just 30 minutes from Central London.

The school is world-renowned for its early and total adoption of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, a move that has cemented its status as a leader in progressive, rigorous, and internationally-minded education.

The school's ethos is defined by academic ambition, a diverse student body (with over 45 nationalities represented), and a commitment to service and innovation. It has been named the 'The Sunday Times Independent School of the Year' multiple times and is frequently ranked as the top co-educational large IB school in the UK.

Sevenoaks produces students who are not just high achievers but are also creative, critical thinkers with a genuine sense of social responsibility.

School Facilities & Extracurricular Activities

The campus blends historic architecture with cutting-edge modern facilities:

The Space: A world-class performing arts centre featuring a 450-seat concert hall, a theatre, and recital rooms.

The Sennocke Centre: A premier sports complex with a 25-metre pool, squash courts, a climbing wall, and floodlit AstroTurf pitches.

Science & Technology Centre: A state-of-the-art facility for STEM, including a "Global Study Centre" designed to facilitate collaborative learning.

Co-curricular Programme: With over 150 clubs and activities, students participate in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, high-level debating, and community service projects through the school's Voluntary Service unit. The music department is particularly strong, with numerous orchestras and a partnership with professional musicians.

Curriculum

Sevenoaks offers a distinctive and challenging academic pathway:

Middle School (Years 7–11): Students follow a broad curriculum leading to GCSEs and IGCSEs. A unique feature is the Sevenoaks School Certificate (SSC), which supplements the GCSE curriculum in subjects like English, Arts, and Technology, offering more creative freedom.

Sixth Form (Years 12–13): Every student takes the IB Diploma. This requires the study of six subjects (three at Higher Level and three at Standard Level) including Mathematics, Science, a Language, and a Humanity.

Core Elements: The IB at Sevenoaks also includes the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) course, a 4,000-word Extended Essay, and the CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) programme, ensuring a holistic development that A-Levels cannot match.

Boarding Life

Boarding at Sevenoaks is a deeply international and enriching experience:

House System: There are seven boarding houses (four for boys, three for girls), including the award-winning Aisher House and the International Centre. The boarding community makes up about a third of the school.

Atmosphere: Each house has a distinct identity but shares a family-oriented atmosphere. Full boarders enjoy 24/7 care from resident Houseparents, Matrons, and academic tutors.

Weekend Life: Weekends are busy with a structured programme of trips to London galleries, theme parks, and local cultural sites. Unique traditions like the "Boarders' Olympics" and "International Evenings" celebrate the diverse cultures of the student body.

Flexibility: While the school has a strong full-boarding ethos, it remains flexible, allowing boarders to visit home after Saturday morning school if they wish.