Kings Academy and Sixth Form

20/08/2026

🎉📚 GCSE Results Day at Kings Academy! 📚🎉

Year 11 students are today celebrating an excellent set of GCSE results at Kings Academy! 🥳👏 Students have worked incredibly hard and have been rewarded for their effort and determination.🌟 They should be extremely proud of their successes. 🏆

👏There have been some extraordinary individual performances. Iris H achieved an incredible eleven grade 9s and one grade 8. In addition, Olivia D achieved ten grade 9s and two grade 8s. Other exceptional performances were seen from Daisy B, Michael E and Ruby H, all of whom achieved seven grade 9s and all other qualifications at grade 8. Huge successes were also achieved by Madeleine L and Amelia G who achieved five grade 9 GCSEs and achieved all other qualifications at grade 8. Naomi L and Megan T are also celebrating achieving grades 8 and 9 in every one of their GCSEs. 👏

📈 Kings’ students have also shown some exceptional progress since KS2, demonstrating the impact of continuous hard work. Those with the best progress included Amelie S and Emily G. These results enable them to take their exciting next steps on their journeys. 🚀

🎓We are excited so many students will return to Kings Sixth in September to study and will continue to act as ambassadors for the Academy, the Trust and our local community. We are also delighted to welcome many new Year 12 students to the Academy. There is a course for everyone at Kings Sixth and the opportunity to build upon these fantastic results. It is still not too late to apply to Kings Sixth. Please email [email protected] for more information or visit the school website.

💬Headteacher, David Wiltshire, commented “I am thrilled for our Year 11 students; their determination has been exemplary, and they have been rewarded for their effort. It is fantastic to be able to celebrate their successes, and every student should be proud of their achievements. I would also like to thank parents and carers for their support throughout their child’s time at Kings. I look forward to working with those students returning to Kings Sixth and I wish every student the very best of luck with the next step in their journey.” 🚀

19/08/2026

13/08/2026

🎉 Kings’ Sixth Form students are celebrating an outstanding set of Level 3 results. 🎉

👏 The overwhelming majority of students achieved A–C grades or above in every examination, with more than half achieving A and B grades. Strong results were seen across many subjects including Art, Chemistry, English, Textiles and Maths, highlighting the breadth and quality of achievement across the Sixth Form.

⭐ There were exceptional individual performances, with several students securing outstanding grades and places at some of the UK’s most competitive universities. Harrison C achieved an exceptional four A* grades and will progress to the University of Oxford to study Maths, whilst Alexander N also achieved four A* grades and will study Maths at the University of Warwick. Ryan B achieved three A* grades and is heading to the University of Oxford to study Medicine. Other outstanding results included Holly J who achieved two A* and an A grade and will study International Management at the University of Bath, and Samuel H who achieved an A* alongside three A grades and will study Aerospace Engineering at the University of Bristol. Lison P achieved four A grades and will study Environmental Science at Leeds, whilst William M achieved three A grades and will study Law at the University of Bristol. 🎓

The Sixth Form is also celebrating excellent vocational outcomes, including Daniel H who achieved a Distinction star and Distinction, and will progress to Swansea University to study Sport and Exercise Science.

Kings is particularly proud of students who have demonstrated outstanding tenacity, determination and resilience. Maddie R has secured an apprenticeship at Bristol Veterinary School, while Daniel C is progressing towards an apprenticeship in project management. Ivanna S achieved impressive grades of A*, A and C.

The Academy is also celebrating students who have made exceptional progress, including Sam H, Sophie T, Sophia B and Noah L. Their achievements demonstrate the impact of sustained hard work, ambition and determination.

Headteacher David Wiltshire said: “We are incredibly proud of our students and the results they have achieved. These results reflect not only academic ability, but the determination, resilience and hard work shown by our students and staff. I would like to congratulate every student and wish them every success for the next stage of their journey.” 👏

13/08/2026

Today marks a very special milestone for our incredible students as A Level and Vocational results are released! 🎓✨

Our Head of Sixth Form, Miss Beacham, has a message for all our students as we celebrate the hard work, commitment and resilience they have shown throughout their journey.

A huge congratulations to every one of our students — we are incredibly proud of you and all you have achieved! 💙👏

24/07/2026

Last week, John Kennett came to visit our pupils at Kings Academy. John is the CEO of Physical Mind London, who invented the revolutionary HiFiM, a machine which can be used to exercise in space. We were very lucky, as John provided the opportunity for our pupils to do a Q & A as part of their enrichment programme. John’s last statement was, “Space is changing so fast and it is very likely that at least one of the students here will in their lifetime go into space.” 🚀🔭🛰️🪐👩‍🚀

21/07/2026

Just as most of us sign off and relax for the summer, some of our star athletes will be doing the complete opposite as they ramp up the training. We have Noah and Jack who have just been signed for Somerset FC, Bethany who represents Somerset Athletics, Sam who continues to represent GB in Acrobatic Gymnastics and Verity who represents Somerset in cricket. All of these pupils work tirelessly to be the best they can be, so well done!! ⚽️🏃‍♀️🤸🏻🏏

20/07/2026

As we wrapped up the academic year at King's, the final week was certainly one to remember!

From an action-packed Sports Day and Activities Day to exciting trips abroad, celebrating our House Cup winners, and coming together for our end-of-term assembly, it was a fantastic way to end the year.

Alongside the celebrations, we also said a heartfelt farewell to our CEO, Gavin Ball. We thank Gavin for his leadership, dedication and commitment to the King's community, and wish him a long and happy retirement.

A wonderful end to another memorable year at King's. Wishing all of our students, staff and families a happy, safe and restful summer! 🌞

20/07/2026

Iceland Trip 2026 ❄️🌋
Some of our Geography and Chemistry students have had an unforgettable time exploring the incredible landscapes of Iceland!

After unwinding in the famous Blue Lagoon on arrival, they explored the sights of Reykjavik, taking in the iconic Hallgrímskirkja church, inspired by Iceland's basalt columns, the colourful Rainbow Street, Harpa Concert Hall and the bustling harbour.

The next day was spent discovering the spectacular south coast, with visits to Vík and its dramatic black sand beaches, breath-taking waterfalls, and Dyrhólaey, where students were lucky enough to see Iceland's famous puffins.

Day three took in the iconic Golden Circle, including the mighty Gullfoss waterfall and the erupting geysers, followed by a well-earned ice cream stop at a local dairy farm. The group then explored Þingvellir National Park, the only place in the world where you can walk between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. They rounded off an amazing trip with a swim in a local outdoor pool before catching an early flight home... and returning to the summer heat! 🌞

What an incredible experience and a fantastic opportunity to see first-hand the geography and geology they've been learning about in the classroom. 🌍✨