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Post 16 Application 2025/26
Our Post 16 Open Evening took place on Wednesday 20th November from 17:30 - 19:30.
Please do view the video below to gauge what our students say about our 6th Form.
Information on our courses is available on the Course Guide menu and applications are made online via Kent Choices.
Herne Bay High School offers a co-educational 6th Form in which to study. We also offer:
- A broad and varied choice of Level 3 qualifications
- Dedicated Teachers with high expectations
- Dedicated 6th Form Team with high expectations
- Support & Guidance with aspirational guidance
- Dedicated 6th Form Centre and study area
- Opportunities to self develop and take responsibility
- Opportunities to further develop employability and transferable skills
On joining Herne Bay High 6th Form you will be allocated a 6th Form Mentor who will support you on your journey. Studying at 6th Form is a significant step up from GCSE and you will be encouraged to take greater responsibility for your own organisation, focus and studies.
Your key to success is to use your time wisely, become an independent learner and have a positive attitude as well as working hard.
In order to apply to HBHS Sixth Form, students must complete a formal online application via the Kent Choices website.
The Herne Bay High dates to submit your application for 2025/26 is via Kent Choices from the 21st November 2024 to the 7th February 2025 at 3pm. Applications will not be accepted after this date until GCSE results are known in August.
Our entry requirements are detailed in full on the Kent Choices website:
- To join the Level 3 Advanced Pathway students normally require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at 9-4, including Maths, English minimum Grade 4 and Science preferably Grade 4.
- If you have not achieved the entry criteria for the full level 3 pathway, if qualified, we will offer you an alternative, two plus or two pathway.
- For some subjects the entry requirements may differ slightly. Please read the entry criteria for each subject as detailed on Kent Choices or the 6th Form Prospectus.
Timetable Blocks please read carefully: When making your application on Kent Choices, please select your 3 chosen subjects and 2 reserve subjects placing them in a ranked order or select a Pathway which will fill your timetable.
Please note: if you are applying for Level 3 Football Academy - alternative qualifications, when submitting your application, you need to select the Football course and 3 subjects or you could choose the Sport & Physical Activity Pathway, alongside the Football Academy, which will fill your timetable.
Additional optional qualifications such as Core Maths, Further Maths and the EPQ are not applied for at the Kent Choice stage further information will be provided in the 6th Form induction if you would like to undertake this course in addition to your core qualifications.
Once applications close we will review all subjects requested and may be in contact at this time to discuss your chosen subjects further.
Students should apply for the Full Level 3 Pathway and we will transfer you to the Two Plus Pathway following GCSE results if appropriate.
If you wish to make an application after this date, please make contact via 6form@hernebayhigh.org in August 2025 when GCSE results are known as detailed on our 6th Form Admissions Information.
Level 3 Full Pathway- Two Year Advanced Programme
Students entering Year 12 are expected to study three subjects for the duration of the two years. In addition, all students follow a PSHEE programme and undertake work experience.
Level 3 - Two Plus Pathway- Two Year Advanced Programme
If following the Two Plus Pathway students are expected to study two subjects plus self organised work experience for the duration of the two years, along with GCSE Maths/English resit. In addition, all students follow a PSHEE programme and undertake Work Experience. (Please note not all subjects are available on the Two Plus Pathway, see prospectus for further information).
For more details, please refer to Kent Choices
Course Advice Meeting
All applicants will be asked to attend a course advice meeting in March/April 2025. Please note, information will be sent home with the date and time of your course advice meeting in term 2/3. Your selected subjects will be discussed with you at this time.
Transfers from Other Schools and Out of Area Student Applications
Please make a formal application online through the Kent Choices website. In addition, we will require sight of your last school report and birth certificate when you come for your course advice meeting and we will apply to your school for an academic reference.
If you live outside the Kent Area, you will need to register on the Kent Choices website to be able to apply. Please follow the Before You Apply instructions on the following website to obtain this information:
External Applicants:
Following application, you will be invited to a Careers Education Information and Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) meeting to discuss your subject choices. A letter will detail all the information required, including completing an online admissions form.
Conditional Offers:
Following your course advice meeting in the Spring term, if a conditional offer has been made, the details of this will be e mailed to you via your account on the Kent Choices website.
Induction Programme:
All applicants will be required to attend our induction programme: 30 June - 2 July. Further details to follow.
Post GCSE Results:
Internal applicants - If you have met the requirements of your conditional offer, a letter confirming your place at HBHS will be provided on GCSE results day. This letter will provide enrolment information about when you need to attend school to obtain your timetable.
External applicants - Students transferring from other schools will need to make contact by e-mail 6form@hernebayhigh.org to confirm their place at Herne Bay High.
Enrolment will take place for successful applicants on 21st August, online following the information detailed in your Post GCSE Results letter.
If you have not met the conditional offer requirements, additional guidance interviews may be offered to enable discussions regarding alternative course or college options.
If however, you have made alternative arrangements and no longer require your place at HBHS please advise us by the 27th August, after this time we will assume your place is no longer required and will withdraw your place. Contact details are: 01227 361221 or 6form@hernebayhigh.org.
Late Applicants
If you are a late applicant for 2025/26 please complete the information requested on the Admissions Page . Please note we do not accept late applicants after the 19th September.
Upcoming Events
Connecting Our Community
Herne Bay High School / 19 Dec 2024
This term, Year 7, 8 and 9 students participated in the Battle of the Bays during their PE lessons. The boys competed in football and handball, while the girls took part in basketball and badminton. Extra points were awarded to groups for demonstrating kindness, dedication, and respect.
The scores from Term 1 and Term 2 have now been combined, with Epple emerging as the overall leaders so far, with an impressive total score of 72. Well done, Epple!
Herne Bay High School / 18 Dec 2024
Mrs Giles from our CASS team spearheaded an appeal in school this term to support the All Wrapped Up appeal at Riverside Church - Whitstable.
We're pleased to say that our donations have helped them support over 500 children this Christmas with presents, stocking fillers, a book and food vouchers for their families.
Thank you to everyone who supported the appeal.
Herne Bay High School / 16 Dec 2024
Over the last 2 weeks students have been on the hunt for Dave, searching high & low to spot the LRC's mischievous elf. All entries will be verified and the prizes will be awarded next week.
Well done to all the students for working so hard, it has been great fun watching you all searching the LRC
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the LRC Staff!
Herne Bay High School / 11 Dec 2024
Last Wednesday, our Sports Partnership schools joined us for a Cornerball Unihoc competition.
This inclusive event was attended by 14 teams. Mrs Small said "everyone entered has a great opportunity to play, with the competition being for participants who do not usually have the chance to attend or compete in school events"
Herne Bay High School / 10 Dec 2024
In our House Assemblies last week, Mrs Reynolds spoke to students about our journey to achieve a National Nurturing School award with NurtureUK. Mrs Reynolds discussed the importance of nurture, the Six Principles which we are embedding into school life and asked students to consider how we continue to drive this forward.
Mrs Reynolds has already had some considered feedback from students and will be launching a competition this week for students to present the Six Principles in their own ways.
Herne Bay High School / 4 Dec 2024
We have placed a permanent food bank donation point in main reception, where we are collecting donations for Food Bank Canterbury (https://ecs.page.link/vKw28).
We encourage those who are able in our school community to donate any non-perishable items to support this vital community resource and we will deliver these items before the end of this term for Christmas and then regularly afterwards.
Herne Bay High School / 4 Dec 2024
Yesterday our Year 13 Non-University route PSHEE students were once again joined by Charlie Heap from the DWP.
This time, Charlie delivered an engaging presentation on job searching and finding an apprenticeship. Charlie's wealth of knowledge, experience and anecdotes make these sessions highly informative and enjoyable.
Herne Bay High School / 28 Nov 2024
Do you need help understanding your child’s needs? Do you want to meet other parents/carers of young people with SEND? Canterbury District STLS are working in close conjunction with the Family Hubs to provide Information, Advice and Support for all SEND children regardless of diagnosis.