The Worthgate School Holds a University Fair
The Worthgate School recently organised a university fair to introduce our KS5 students to different UK universities. The event was hosted at The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence, which is Canterbury’s local cricket ground. The spacious venue was filled with representatives from universities across the UK. The university fair was attended by students from across Canterbury. […]
International Language Day
Did you know at The Worthgate School we have students from 50 different nations? So we speak a lot of different languages here, which is why on September 26th we spent the afternoon celebrating International Language Day. First celebrated during the European year of languages in 2001, the events success has made it an annual […]
A Welcome Back Message From Our Principal
Welcome to a new year at The Worthgate School. We are pleased to offer a fresh start for those just joining us, and a chance to grow even further for all those who are returning. Additionally, our students had the opportunity at our Electives Fair to discuss the extra activities they could take part in […]
Celebrating Graduation 2023 At The Worthgate School
In the wood panelled Gulbenkian Theatre at the University of Kent, 155 students from The Worthgate School received their graduation certificates, in recognition of all of the hard work they have put in during their time at the school. A Level, UFP, Academic English, GCSE and pre-GCSE students alike gathered alongside Acting Principal Nicola Robinson, […]
Packing Tips for Studying Abroad
The Worthgate School is so excited to welcome our new students this September. To make sure your new adventure has the best possible start we’ve created a list of things you can’t forget to pack before jetting off. This will help ensure your journey to the UK runs smoothly and you have everything you need […]
5 Tips to Stay Connected with Far Away Friends.
Keeping up with your friends when you’re apart can just be as fun as when you’re together, it just demands a bit of creativity and effort. Every year on the 30th of July the United Nations celebrate The International Day of Friendship. This day was created to serve as a reminder that friendship is impactful […]
Prom at The Worthgate School
It’s prom! After weeks of preparation, our year 13 students celebrated prom on Friday 28th April! We took an empty hall and transformed it into an enchanted forest, which was the perfect setting for this magical prom. Hanging vines drooped from the ceilings and trailed round the banisters, fairylights cast a dreamy glow around the […]
A Blue Plaque for Aphra Behn
All around Canterbury, you may start to notice blue plaques decorating the architecture. English Heritage’s Blue Plaques Scheme began in London. However, it has inspired many local authorities and councils around the UK to adopt similar programs. Running since 2020 in Canterbury, it has been named the Blue Plaque Project. We are proud of The […]
Tips for Managing Exam Stress
Exams are an important part of our lives but they usually leave us feeling a bit stressed. This often happens because we become so caught up in studying that we forget to look after our well-being!
University Success: The Offers are in!
The Worthgate School’s students have started looking towards the future as university offers arrive! The Worthgate School students consistently show us they are hardworking, motivated and ambitious individuals. Their incredible work ethic is particularly noticeable as they work towards attending university. With revision to complete and exams to sit, lessons to attend and life to […]
What do you enjoy about studying in the UK? Hear from our students!
Did you know over 600,000 students chose to study in the UK between 2021-22?* It’s one of the most popular international study locations in the world! At The Worthgate School, we have a large, multicultural community of students who’ve chosen to study in the UK. Our close-knit, friendly community of staff and students help […]
First Impressions of The Worthgate School
With students travelling from around the world to attend The Worthgate School, we understand the importance of making a good first impression. The foundation of a great school experience starts with your first impression. This is why we aim to support student’s transition to international study from the moment they step through our doors. We […]
Celebrating International Happiness Day!
March 20th marked the 11th anniversary of the International Day of Happiness. Introduced by the UN in 2012, the International Day of Happiness gives us the chance to reflect on what has made us happy this past year. It also serves as an important reminder to prioritise happiness and wellbeing in the year ahead. Here […]
