United Kingdom, Canterbury
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The school offers university preparation programmes and Oxbridge pathways. The Extended Essay in the IB Diploma allows students to pursue independent research. Academic enrichment is part of the school's mission to inspire and empower students.
Art and Visual Art are available as subject choices at GCSE and IB level. Creative activities form part of the CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) requirement for IB Diploma students.
French and Spanish are taught as foreign languages at GCSE and within the IB Diploma. Academic English support is available for international students. The school's international student body creates a multicultural learning environment.
CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) is a core component of the IB Diploma, requiring students to engage in service activities. Summer programmes are available for visiting students.
The Worthgate School is an independent day and boarding school in Canterbury, Kent, offering GCSEs, A Levels, and the IB Diploma Programme to students from age 13. The school specialises in preparing international students for UK university entry, with programmes including Pre-GCSE, Pre-A Level, and University Foundation pathways. Class sizes average 9 to 15 students depending on the programme. The 2025 IB cohort achieved a 100% pass rate with an average of 34 points, while A Level results showed 74.2% A*-C grades. Both September and January start dates are available. The school is rated Excellent by ISI and is an IB World School, a member of the Boarding Schools' Association, and approved by UK Visas and Immigration.