School Information
Our School
We are a relatively small school, approximately 25% of our students board,
with half of the boarders coming from the Island and the rest from a wide
variety of countries around the world. We are non-selective, but through the
dedication of our staff, the structure of support for each individual and the
work ethic of the students, we achieve excellent results. Our students go to
top universities in the UK, Europe and the USA.
Location
The Isle of Man is a beautiful environment in which to live. It is a safe haven
with a very low crime rate, giving students the freedom to explore and take
advantage of the fresh air, open countryside and beaches, away from the
hustle and bustle and pollution of a busy city. The Island is easy to get to
with air links from the major airports in the UK.
Education
We are one of the few British schools where every student in the Sixth Form
studies for the International Baccalaureate Diploma. The IB philosophy
– particularly its emphasis on skills and its focus on internationalism – is
central to our approach, and we are one of the largest and most experienced
IB schools in the British Isles.
Extra-Curricular
Our pupils follow a broad curriculum of sporting activities, competing in the
major sports against UK and Island schools. Every three years, the senior
rugby and hockey teams embark on a world sports tour during the summer
months. We have golf, paddle boarding and sailing on offer, along with a
wide variety of other extracurricular activities. Drama and Music thrive and
pupils are given the opportunity to perform at many events and productions.
There are workshops throughout the year and students are also encouraged
to participate in competitions.
Scholarships and Bursaries
Our Scholarships & Awards are available in the Lower Fourth (Year 7) and are honorary. Means-tested financial assistance is available.
Address
Open on Google Maps- Address King William's College
- Zip/Postal Code IM9 1TB
- Phone: 01624 820110
- Email: admissions@kwc.im
- Website: https://kwc.im/king-williams-college
News
KING WILLIAM’S COLLEGE CELEBRATES EXCELLENT GCSE/IGCSE RESULTS
King William’s College is celebrating an excellent set of GCSE/IGCSE results, with its 57 Upper Fifth (Year 11) students achieving an overall pass rate (9-4 or A*-C) of 87%, with 20% of grades at 9/8 or A* and 37% of grades at 9-7 or A*/A. Despite the national raising of grade boundaries this year, two
KING WILLIAM’S COLLEGE AND THE BUCHAN SCHOOL TO WELCOME NEW PRINCIPAL IN SEPTEMBER
King William’s College and The Buchan School are delighted to announce there will be a new Principal in office from September this year. Damian Henderson MA (Cantab.) will be taking up the reins in September, relocating to the Isle of Man with his wife Caroline and their three children, Chloe, Theodore and Madeleine. Chairman of
King William’s College Has Appointed a New Deputy Head Academic, Michael Roberts
King William’s College has appointed a new Deputy Head Academic, Michael Roberts. This is a broad position in which Mike is responsible for all areas of academic leadership at College. The role encompasses the development and monitoring of teaching and learning, delivery of the academic curriculum, and oversight of academic assessment. Mike sits on the
King William’s College Welcomes New Head of Boarding and Master of Boys Boarding House
King William’s College has welcomed two new staff members to the Boarding remit of the College. Susie Parry assumed the role of Head of Boarding and Lee Batchford as Headmaster of Colebourne House in September. Susie has lived on site in King William’s College village for 10 years with her husband, 3 children, 2 dogs,
King William’s College Celebrates Excellent GCSe/ IGCSE Results
King William’s College is celebrating an excellent set of GCSE/IGSCE results with its 62 Year 11 students achieving an overall pass rate (9-4 or A*-C) of 91% with 49% of grades at 9-7 or A*/A. Despite the considerable nervousness in the UK that this year would see a significant drop in grades as students returned
King William’s College Celebrates IB Results Success
King William’s College is celebrating significant success for its Upper Sixth students following the publication of the International Baccalaureate results last week. Despite the challenges of the pandemic the students achieved an excellent overall average of 33 points in their IB Diploma exams with seven students achieving a remarkable 40 points or more. At the
King William’s College Appoints Chief Operating Officer
King William’s College and The Buchan School has appointed Chief Operating Officer Moira Mackie. Moira assumed her position at the start of the summer term and, as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, will be responsible for the management of the school’s finances and operations. Prior to working in the education sector, Moira gained
