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King William's College
Location:	Telephone and Fax:
Castletown, Castletown, Isle of Man, IM9 1TP, United Kingdom	Tel.: 0044 (0) 1624 820400 Fax.: 0044 (0) 1624 820402
URL:	E-mail:
http://www.kwc.sch.im	bursarkwc.sch.im
Description
The School King William’s College was established on its present site in 1833. In 1991, the Buchan School (which was then an Independent School for Girls) and the College were brought together under a single Board of Governors to share the same vision, outlook and goals. The Buchan School is now the Preparatory School of the College which offers co-educational learning from 3 years to 18 years. Boarding is available from age 11. Academic Record King William's College has a first class academic record and was recently given a strong assessment during an external inspection. A wide range of subjects is available at GCSE and the College is an International Baccalaureate (IB) school and this programme is offered to all suitable sixth formers. In 2005, the GCSE pass rate was 100% with 40% gaining A* or A grades. In the IB Diploma, 98% of candidates obtained their full diploma; the equivalent grades at A level would be 37% A grades and 72% A and B grades. These results put us in 33rd position out of the best 900 schools in the Times League Table. Over 90% of our students were offered a place by their first choice university. The 2005 results have recently been announced and the strong showing of the previous pupil cadre has been consolidated confirming King William's College as a leading IB school. Facilities College Boarding facilities undergo regular renovation and upgrading and all 6th Formers are in single or twin rooms. Boys are located in a dedicated boarding house next to the main buildings while the girls boarding is located within the main school. Each house has its own housemaster or housemistress who is responsible for the pastoral and academic welfare of each pupil in his or her care. Brand new 6th Form and 5th Form Centres with the modern facilities in relaxed surroundings have recently been completed. The College has first class IT facilities throughout including dedicated IT suites. All student study bedrooms are wired with a broadband connection for which there is no extra charge. There is an excellent range of sporting facilities and an all weather hockey surface is due for completion in late autumn 2003. The school has a popular and effective CCF and runs a superb Duke of Edinburgh award scheme. Art, Drama and Music The School has a very strong record in art, drama and music. Over 50% of all pupils seek specialist tuition in a musical instrument and College has a dedicated Music Centre including individual tuition rooms. College drama productions are a feature of Manx life and the standard of productions is extremely high. A new Performing Arts Centre is at the design and planning stage. The International Baccalaureate King William's College has been an accredited IB school for over 3 years. The College staff has recognised the enormous dynamic of this programme and their efforts and commitment have ensured that the highest standards of attainment have been achieved by pupils of ability. The IB attracts high calibre pupils from home and overseas and the programme has improved the overall standards of excellence amongst our students. The Sixth Form are a core cadre to the School and have their own dedicated working and leisure facilities. Sixth Form students are given careful and individual counselling in their career choices and whilst most chose to move on to university, a small number each year move on to the Armed Forces or direct careers in finance. Scholarships and Bursaries Academic Scholarships are available and details can be obtained from the Admissions Registrar. Bursary support may also be available and information on this can be sought from the Bursar (bursar@kwc.sch.im). The Isle of Man The Isle of Man is a jewel set in the Irish sea: easily accessible while retaining a tranquil charm and unique spirit. The island is a microcosm of rural Britain and has beautiful scenery and excellent walks while having modern shopping and tourism facilities. Crime is very low and the pace of life generally is less frenetic than in mainland Britain. The island has a key role in the offshore finance industry. The Isle of Man is a Crown Dependency and has associate member status of the European Union. Air Links The College is adjacent to Ronaldsway airport and has direct daily flights to a wide range of destinations including London, Glasgow, Manchester and Dublin and onward links worldwide.
Alternate language description
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Areas of study
Secondary Education
Language of instruction	Type of School
English	Independent Private College
Type of studies	Accreditation
Primary or Secondary Education	Not Available

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