Open Evenings
and Events

Ashbourne is one of London’s top-performing independent colleges, known for outstanding academic results and personalised teaching. With over 50% A*-A grades at A Level on average and a top 3% national ranking for value added, our Open Evening is an opportunity to see how we help students outperform expectations and progress to leading UK universities. If you’re looking for a focused, ambitious, and supportive academic environment, an Ashbourne Open Evening is the best place to start.

Choosing the right A Level subjects can shape future university and career pathways. At our Open Evening, you can speak directly with subject specialists who will offer expert guidance on subject combinations, academic workload, and how different choices align with competitive university courses. Whether your university goals are already defined or still evolving, our teachers can help you make confident, informed decisions.

Ashbourne Open Evenings are designed to be relaxed, informative, and flexible. There are no fixed appointment slots, allowing you to move freely between classrooms and speak with as many subject teachers as you wish, for as long as you like. This open format gives you genuine insight into teaching styles, subject expectations, and what day-to-day life at Ashbourne is really like. Our students helpers are on hand to chat with to understand their experience of Ashbourne, and also to help you navigate to which subject rooms you want to go to.

The Open Evening also includes a presentation from our Director of Studies, offering a clear overview of Ashbourne’s academic approach, values, and results. Subject-specific presentations, including Film Studies and Politics, run alongside opportunities to explore our two-building campus on High Street Kensington. You’ll leave with a strong understanding of how Ashbourne works, what makes it different, and whether it’s the right fit for you.

For students and families unable to attend an Open Evening in person, Ashbourne runs two Online Open Events each year, offering a comprehensive introduction to the College from anywhere in the world. These live webinars combine an overview of Ashbourne’s academic approach, results, and support with a specialist insight session on an important pre-A Level education topic. One of our annual webinars, “When As Are Not Enough: How to Get into Top UK Universities”, explores why even high-achieving students can miss out on their first-choice universities and what can be done early to avoid common pitfalls. You can register for our next Online Open Event by clicking here.

To begin an application, please contact our admissions team, who will advise on the documents required. Once received, we arrange an individual appointment for interview and admissions assessments. After reviewing all elements of the application, we aim to communicate outcomes within the following days.

If you are considering a January start, we encourage you to contact our admissions team as early as possible to discuss subject availability and next steps.

Getting involved in the many clubs, activities and events the College offers is a great way to make friends, discover new passions and develop skills.

The Ashbourne Revue and the European Trip are real highlights for many students (and staff). The Revue offers the chance to showcase talents from dance, music and theatre to fashion, poetry and martial arts.

There is also a great selection of clubs featuring the successful Ashbourne Allstars football team, Bollywood dancing and Creative Writing, just to mention a few.

Located on High Street Kensington, Ashbourne offers a truly inspiring learning environment in the heart of London. Students are within walking distance of world-class museums and leading universities that host free public academic lectures. Beautiful parks, iconic architecture, and an exceptional range of global cuisine surround the college, creating a vibrant and intellectually stimulating setting that naturally complements academic ambition and curiosity.

Ashbourne attracts a diverse range of students from all over the world, accounting for around 50 different nationalities, who are keen to take advantage of the wide selection of subjects on offer and the high level of individual attention.

This makes the College an exciting place to learn with students bringing a wealth of ideas, talents and culture.

We hope every student will develop a great affection for Ashbourne and form some wonderful friendships, as most of our students do.

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1. What makes Ashbourne’s A-level courses stand out in London?
Our students consistently achieve outstanding results, with 52% A*A in 2024–2025 and a 10-year average of 51% A*A. We rank in the top 2.5% of UK schools for Value Added, showing how much students improve from GCSE to A-level.

2. How many A-level subjects can students choose from?
Students can select from more than 25 A-level subjects, with flexible course lengths of one year, 18 months, or two years. This allows each student to create a pathway tailored to their ambitions and strengths.

3. What class sizes can students expect at Ashbourne?
Classes are typically fewer than 10 students, ensuring plenty of individual attention. This small-group teaching style allows for more engagement, feedback, and independent thinking.

4. How does Ashbourne support students outside the classroom?
Students benefit from weekly Personal Tutor meetings, subject-specific clinics, support classes, and peer mentoring. This extra support helps them stay on track academically and personally.