King William’s College (KWC) is set to expand its educational offerings by launching a blended A-Level pathway in September 2026. This initiative follows the successful relocation of The Buchan School to the KWC campus and aims to provide students on the Isle of Man with enhanced sixth-form options alongside the existing International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.
The new blended A-Level pathway will be developed in partnership with King’s InterHigh, a UK-based online independent school. Students enrolled in this program will participate in live, teacher-led online lessons while benefiting from a dedicated learning hub at KWC. This innovative “school within a school” approach combines the flexibility of online education with the supportive environment of a traditional school setting.
Students will have access to an impressive array of 22 A-Level subjects, several of which are currently unavailable elsewhere on the island. This expansion is designed to cater to a broad range of academic interests and career aspirations, ensuring that local and international families find a suitable option for their educational needs.
Damian Henderson, Principal of KWC, emphasized the importance of this initiative in enhancing educational choice. “We remain very proud to be an IB World School and fully committed to in-person IB teaching,” he stated. “Introducing a blended A-Level option gives more students the opportunity to benefit from the KWC sixth-form experience and our unique boarding offer.”
In addition to academic flexibility, students following the blended A-Level pathway will enjoy the same exceptional pastoral care, co-curricular opportunities, and enrichment programmes as their IB counterparts. Boarding options will also be available, allowing students to choose between full-time or part-time accommodation.
The fee structure for the blended A-Level program is designed to be competitive with the average cost of independent sixth-form education across the British Isles. This financial consideration aims to make the program an attractive option for families seeking quality education in a supportive environment.
The first cohort of students for the blended A-Level pathway will commence in September 2026, with applications now open for Year 12 and Year 13 entry. For families interested in learning more, KWC will host an information evening for prospective parents and students on February 10, 2026, at 16:30.
This development marks a significant step forward for King William’s College, reinforcing its commitment to educational innovation while preserving its strong identity as an IB World School.
