Carbon 6 Academy of Science

A pioneering new sixth form where the brightest young minds gain the skills, experience, and confidence to lead in STEM.

Specialist STEM sixth form for years 12 & 13

Cutting-edge labs within world-class Discovery Park campus

Hands-on research with industry & university partners

Pathways to top universities and STEM careers

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01304 49 00 11

info@carbon6academy.org.uk

Discovery Park, Ramsgate Rd, Sandwich CT13 9FF

Industry backed education

Carbon 6 Academy of Science is a pioneering sixth form for ambitious young people passionate about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and is located within the world-renowned Discovery Park in Sandwich, Kent, one of Europe’s leading science and innovation hubs.

At Carbon 6, students don’t just prepare for exams, they prepare for their future in STEM. Our specialist curriculum in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics is delivered by expert teachers, enriched with hands-on research, real-world projects, and opportunities to publish work.

With personalised mentoring and small cohorts, students are stretched to reach their full potential. The result: outstanding outcomes and clear pathways into top universities, competitive degree apprenticeships, and STEM careers worldwide.

Carbon 6 offers an educational experience found nowhere else in the UK, industry backed, research driven, and designed for students who want to live science, not just study it.

UK Science Minister, Lord Vallance said:

“Kent's Discovery Park is home to some of our most innovative businesses, all of which play their own role in driving the breakthroughs and investment that make life sciences such a valuable part of our economy, and our Industrial Strategy. Immersing students into this thriving scientific and business community will inspire the next generation of innovators, essential for the future of these industries, and give young people the vital skills for the careers our economy needs.”

A world-class campus

Discovery Park is a secure, 220-acre campus is home to global pharmaceutical leaders, billion-dollar multinationals, and high-growth start-ups, creating a dynamic ecosystem where innovation happens every day. Students benefit from direct exposure to this environment through guest lectures, mentoring, work placements, and collaborations with industry professionals.

Discovery Park’s state-of-the-art laboratories, advanced research facilities, and thriving business community provide a backdrop unlike any other sixth form in the country. With social zones, canteen areas, free parking, and excellent transport links, students enjoy a safe, supportive, and highly professional environment.

Carbon 6 students gain independence in a sixth form without younger year groups, mixing instead with academics, entrepreneurs, and scientists at the forefront of discovery. This is STEM education inside a world-class campus, where industry, innovation, and education come together.

Opening Evening - Thursday 27th November 2025

Join us for our open evening at the Discovery Park campus - an opportunity to discover what makes Carbon 6 Academy of Science unlike any other sixth form. You’ll hear more about admissions, curriculum, and student life, have the chance to ask questions, and take a guided tour of the park's state-of-the-art laboratories and world-class facilities. Two sessions are available, from 6:00pm – 7:30pm or 7:30pm – 9:00pm. Secure your place today by registering your interest and selecting your preferred time slot using the form above.