Year Groups
The British school year runs from September to August. The English National Curriculum is organised into year groups called Key Stages. At Thomas Keith Independent School, students are normally grouped by their date of birth with children of the same age. However, in certain special circumstances, we can be flexible about which year your child goes into. Speak to our enrolment team to find out more.
Primary School
Key Stage 1
| DOB | AGE | YEAR | KEY STAGE | ASSESSMENT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2019 – Aug 2020 | 5-6 yrs old | Year 1 | Key Stage 1 | — |
| Sep 2018 – Aug 2019 | 6-7 yrs old | Year 2 | Key Stage 1 | — |
| DOB | AGE | YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2019 – Aug 2020 | 5-6 yrs old | Year 1 |
| Sep 2018 – Aug 2019 | 6-7 yrs old | Year 2 |
| DOB | KEY STAGE | ASSESSMENT |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2019 – Aug 2020 | Key Stage 1 | — |
| Sep 2018 – Aug 2019 | Key Stage 1 | — |
It gave me support
Really cool teachers who make the lessons interesting and really make you want to work hard. It gave me support. I get to do things that I can’t do at home, and I love seeing my friends.
Taha
Student
globally accessible
Thomas Keith Independent School not only meets the demands of modern education but excels in creating a globally accessible, engaging, and comprehensive learning environment.
CEO Weekly
News Media
Incredibly unique
Incredibly unique and my teachers are very kind, they know me and I can easily communicate with them. I like them because they are preparing me for tomorrow and shaping my future.
Abdullah
Student
Enriching, empowering, and exemplary
Thomas Keith Independent School emerges not just as a choice but as a commitment to ensuring that every child is provided with an education that is enriching, empowering, and exemplary.
Portland News
News Media
Outstanding teaching
Outstanding teaching! If you miss a lesson, there are always recordings that you can watch to catch up! You also get more time with your family. There is absolutely nothing they have not thought of!
Fatima
Student
Redifining the online education
In today’s fast-paced digital age, amongst the myriad of online schools, there is one that is redefining the very essence of online education—Thomas Keith Independent School.
NewYork Weekly
News Media
Everything is organised
I found everything to be quite organised. All previous weeks slides are uploaded for all the subjects so it’s been quite easy for me to get back to speed with things.
Lillian
Student
Super convenient
Super convenient as classes are all online. Since I travel a lot, it works perfectly and the kids education are not at stake. Would recommend for any families that move around a lot.
Daniel
Parent
Lots of flexibility
My son is an athlete and the live and recorded lessons give a lot of flexibility and allows him to pursue his career which he loves and at the same time, balance with his education in an easy way.
Rachel
Parent
Great school
Great school love it so much and every bit of it!
Elizabeth
Student
I love the lessons
I’m really happy with this school… I love the lessons and flexibility.
Giovanna
Student
Primary School
Key Stage 2
| DOB | AGE | YEAR | KEY STAGE | ASSESSMENT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2017 – Aug 2018 | 7-8 yrs old | Year 3 | Key Stage 2 | — |
| Sep 2016 – Aug 2017 | 8-9 yrs old | Year 4 | Key Stage 2 | — |
| Sep 2015 – Aug 2016 | 9-10 yrs old | Year 5 | Key Stage 2 | — |
| Sep 2014 – Aug 2015 | 10-11 yrs old | Year 6 | Key Stage 2 | End of Key Stage Examinations |
| DOB | AGE | YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2017 – Aug 2018 | 7-8 yrs old | Year 3 |
| Sep 2016 – Aug 2017 | 8-9 yrs old | Year 4 |
| Sep 2015 – Aug 2016 | 9-10 yrs old | Year 5 |
| Sep 2014 – Aug 2015 | 10-11 yrs old | Year 6 |
| DOB | KEY STAGE | ASSESSMENT |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2017 – Aug 2018 | Key Stage 2 | — |
| Sep 2016 – Aug 2017 | Key Stage 2 | — |
| Sep 2015 – Aug 2016 | Key Stage 2 | — |
| Sep 2014 – Aug 2015 | Key Stage 2 | End of Key Stage Examinations |
Lower Secondary School
Key Stage 3
| DOB | AGE | YEAR | KEY STAGE | ASSESSMENT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2013 – Aug 2014 | 11-12 yrs old | Year 7 | Key Stage 3 | — |
| Sep 2012 – Aug 2013 | 12-13 yrs old | Year 8 | Key Stage 3 | — |
| Sep 2011 – Aug 2012 | 13-14 yrs old | Year 9 | Key Stage 3 | — |
| DOB | AGE | YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2013 – Aug 2014 | 11-12 yrs old | Year 7 |
| Sep 2012 – Aug 2013 | 12-13 yrs old | Year 8 |
| Sep 2011 – Aug 2012 | 13-14 yrs old | Year 9 |
| DOB | KEY STAGE | ASSESSMENT |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2013 – Aug 2014 | Key Stage 3 | — |
| Sep 2012 – Aug 2013 | Key Stage 3 | — |
| Sep 2011 – Aug 2012 | Key Stage 3 | — |
Upper Secondary School
Key Stage 4
| DOB | AGE | YEAR | KEY STAGE | ASSESSMENT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2010 – Aug 2011 | 14-15 yrs old | Year 10 | Key Stage 4 | Some children take International GCSEs |
| Sep 2009 – Aug 2010 | 15-16 yrs old | Year 11 | Key Stage 4 | International GCSE final year or Other National Qualifications |
| DOB | AGE | YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2010 – Aug 2011 | 14-15 yrs old | Year 10 |
| Sep 2009 – Aug 2010 | 15-16 yrs old | Year 11 |
| DOB | KEY STAGE | ASSESSMENT |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2010 – Aug 2011 | Key Stage 4 | Some children take International GCSEs |
| Sep 2009 – Aug 2010 | Key Stage 4 | International GCSE final year or Other National Qualifications |
Sixth Form School
Key Stage 5
| DOB | AGE | YEAR | KEY STAGE | ASSESSMENT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2008 – Aug 2009 | 16-17 yrs old | Year 12 | Key Stage 5 | International AS Levels and/or first year of A-Levels |
| Sep 2007 – Aug 2008 | 17-18 yrs old | Year 13 | Key Stage 5 | International A-Levels |
| DOB | AGE | YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2008 – Aug 2009 | 16-17 yrs old | Year 12 |
| Sep 2007 – Aug 2008 | 17-18 yrs old | Year 13 |
| DOB | KEY STAGE | ASSESSMENT |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2008 – Aug 2009 | Key Stage 5 | International AS Levels and/or first year of A-Levels |
| Sep 2007 – Aug 2008 | Key Stage 5 | International A-Levels |
A brilliant option
We have tried a number of online schools but Thomas Keith is miles ahead. The parent app makes a huge difference as I get notifications to let me know if my daughter is in class, late or absent! I also like the fact that you can see all their homework and grades in the app itself.
Nathan
Parent
I love my teachers
I love my teachers. They go out of their way to explain things properly to anyone who doesn’t understand something. I was a bit apprehensive at first to study online but now I will never go back to a physical school! We recently moved so my parents put me in this school.
Abigail
Student
Better than we expected
Living in Germany we don’t have access to many British schools near us. We signed up to Thomas Keith Independent School thinking that it’d be a substitute for a school back home in the UK. The teachers are very supportive and the kids are actually loving attending school.
Jon
Parent
First time my kids love school
We tried a couple of other online schools and Thomas Keith is miles ahead. The bonuses they give are actually very useful, especially the parent app. The teachers really care about the kids succeeding. They’re also very friendly. It’s the first time my kids love going to school.
Emma
Parent
A big decision but a great one
Choosing Thomas keith was a big decision, and it’s turned out to be a great one. The teachers are exceptional – they’re not just delivering lessons but really engaging with the kids. I’m quite impressed with how they managed to make online learning so interactive and personal.
Olgierd
Parent
I’m actually very impressed
Classes are quite small, usually around 10-15 students and my kids love the teaching style. I wasn’t expecting that much of a difference between this school and the others – and tbh my expectations weren’t that high, but I am really happy!
Stephan
Parent
Everything are organised
They have been very welcoming, both the teachers and other students. I am learning so much and the teachers really care about the students. It’s much better than all my other schools, Thank you to all the staff and teachers for helping me settle in so well.
Zeeshan
Student
Not regretted it one bit
I have to say we have not regretted it one bit. Thomas Keith have been absolutely fantastic. Very caring teachers. The kids love their school and it’s so nice to see them actually enjoying learning and studying. I wish we’d done this years back but glad we are finally here. Definitely recommend the TK.
H. King
Parent
Feels more personal
It just feels more personal here. They seem to really understand what works for her and she’s becoming more confident and actually enjoying learning again. It’s not perfect but it’s been such a positive change for us. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone thinking about trying something different.