Year 6 Transition

Welcome to KAA!

If your child has been offered a place at Kensington Aldridge Academy for September 2026 entry into Year 7, this page should provide you with all the information you will need, as well as answering any questions you might have.

Some reminders as to why KAA is the school of choice for many parents in West London;

·        70% of all A Level grades in 2025 were A*-B and 49% of school leavers attend Russell Group universities after their A levels, with a small number to Oxbridge each year.

·        30% of all GCSE grades were 9-7, with 79% of students achieving a grade 4 or above in both English and Maths (59% grade 5 or above).

·        Our 2024 Ofsted inspection said that at KAA “pupils receive an exceptional education” and “the school has fostered a strong community that is welcoming and warm”.

·         Our 2022 Good Schools Guide review highlights the “phenomenal” education our students’ receive, stating, “bring an appetite for learning and hard work (and the right attitude – essential here) and the school will provide a banquet of opportunities – academic, cultural and sporting – that lead to success”.

·         A co-curricular offer to rival any school, with a full programme of after school clubs and societies, as well as trips, visits and holiday residentials. Details can be found via our news pages.

·         We opened a suite of new classrooms and a state of the art sixth form area in September 2025.

It’s also important to note that KAA has a strong focus on student discipline, with a no tolerance approach to disruptive behaviour. Parents are required to support this approach from the start.

Next Steps

This is an exciting and important new chapter for you and your child, we know you will be excited to get started! Once you have received an offer for KAA from your local authority, the next steps are as follows:

·         Complete our registration forms, which we sent to you in April

·         Attend a one-to-one induction meeting with your child and a member of the leadership team here at KAA in June or July (if you are unsure when your meeting is, please email info@kaa.org.uk)

·         Your child will attend a Year 6 Taster Day at KAA on Wednesday 1st July 2026, 9am to 3pm.

·         Parents will attend Year 6 Parents’ Information Evening on Wednesday 1st July from 6pm to 7pm, so we can discuss with you some key aspects of academy life and go over the arrangements for the start of term.

We will also offer a programme of summer enrichment to our incoming Year 7s, to support their transition to secondary. This will be a voluntary offer during July.  Further details will be sent to you in due course.

Year 6 Parent Letters

Digital copies of all letters to year 6 parents can be found below:

KAA Y6 Offer Letter March 2025

KAA Y6 Transition Meeting Letter June 2025

All communication is sent to our offer holders via email. If you haven’t received these message from us, please contact us at info@kaa.org.uk so we can ensure we have the correct contact information for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the school’s term dates for 2025-26?

You can find a full list of term dates for your child’s first year at KAA at the bottom of our Term Dates

Will offer holders have an opportunity to visit the school before September?

Parents will have the opportunity to visit the school for their 1:1 induction meeting with a member of the leadership team in June or July, as well as during our Taster Day & Parents’ Evening on Wednesday 1st July 2026.

How do I purchase my child’s KAA school uniform?

We are proud of our young people and encourage them to be proud of their school and their community. One key aspect of this is that all of our students will wear a smart uniform. This promotes safety, a sense of community and demonstrates that students are ready to work. Students must be impeccably presented in the correct school uniform at all times.

The KAA uniform consists of a grey blazer, striped tie (in house colours), maroon jumper, white shirt or blouse and dark grey trousers. Girls can choose between a pleated skirt or trousers. You do not need to purchase your child’s house tie in advance is this allocated to your child on their first day and paid for via ParentPay.

Our supplier address is: School Uniform Direct, 343 North End Road (opposite Co-Op and near to Superdrug), London, SW6 1NN. Detailed prices, descriptions and an on-line ordering facility is available from our supplier School Uniform Direct on their website. Click here to be directed to the KAA section of School Uniform Direct website.

Full uniform list (compulsory items marked with asterix )

• Students must have their shirts tucked in at all times

• Ties must be tied professionally

• Leather school shoes are compulsory – no trainers, ballet-pumps or canvas shoes. Trainers cannot be worn at any time except in PE lessons.

• No jewellery (except watches)

• Nail polish and make-up are not allowed

• Sensible, ‘professional’ haircuts for boys and girls. Short hair on boys should not be cut below a ‘grade 2′.

• School bags must be the official KAA version

If a student arrives at school with the incorrect uniform we will contact the parent or carer and, with their permission, send the student home to resolve the issue. If we are unable to contact home the student will be placed in internal exclusion.

What equipment do I need to provide for my child?

Students should have the following equipment with them every day at school:

·         Current reading book (students will visit the library during their induction)

·         Student planner (provided to students during their induction)

·         1 x clear pencil case with the following contents:

–       2 x black or blue writing pens

–       1 x green writing pen

–       2 x highlighter pens

–       2 x sharpened pencils

–       1x rubber

–       1 x 12 inch ruler

–       1 x pair of compasses

–       1 x protractor

–       1 x Casio Scientific calculator

·         1 x water bottle – full

·         Books/folders for that day

·         PE Kit if required