Student Life and Extracurricular
Life at Knights Academy Sixth Form goes well beyond the classroom. Our vibrant student community enjoys a wide array of extracurricular activities – from sports clubs and creative arts to leadership opportunities and community projects. These experiences are designed to complement academic study by fostering teamwork, resilience and personal growth. Whether you’re keen to represent us on the field, engage in debates or contribute to local initiatives, there’s a place for you here.
Exclusive Haberdashers' Opportunities
Academy Livery Awards
Students pitch a new business idea to entrepreneurs, including Tim Campbell MBE and visit Google UK head offices to receive mentoring.
Sheriff's Challenge
Students compete in a debate contest on a topical legal issue at the Old Bailey with the Sheriff of London.
Monmouth Enterprise Initiative
Students take part in a networking and work experience initiative with top London Insurance companies.
Girls in STEM
Students network with top companies on careers available to students with STEM subjects, aimed at increasing participation of girls in further study of STEM subjects.
Read More: The Knights team make it to the Livery Awards finals in 2023
Knights Enrichment Programme
Oxford University Open Day
Students attend the Oxford University Open College Day. The visit include college visits, lectures, guided tours and meeting lecturers and students.
Lewisham Challenge
This is a local initiative that provides support to Lewisham students applying for medicine, business and law in particular through a specialist programme of speakers and workshops.
Teeside University
Students attend a series of workshops about choosing a university, life at university and the cost of university and budgeting for university. Teeside University also bring along their Yellow Bus which offers bespoke help for Year 13 students with their UCAS applications.
Careers Advisor
Expert careers advice is available to all sixth form students from the Knights careers adviser.
UCAS & Apprenticeship Fair
All students are encouraged to attend a day of workshops and stalls to help them choose the right course/ apprenticeship.
Unifrog
All students have access to Unifrog, a portal that enables them to search careers, degrees, apprenticeships and online courses, with interactive guidance.
University Visits
Students attend university visits to give them a chance to experience a day in the life of a university student.
The Elephant Group
This exclusive group of learners are identified as being amongst the highest academic achievers in their cohort and are provided with opportunities, insights, and guidance to allow them to unlock the future that they deserve.
