American Program Graduation 2026

Published by Kingham Hill School on Tuesday 21st of July 2026

An annual highlight of the academic year on the Hill is our American Program Graduation Ceremony, where we celebrate our graduating US pupils as they receive their high school diplomas.

This year’s ceremony recognised the achievements of the Class of 2026, whose members have each made a significant contribution to the life of the school. Through their academic studies, involvement in their day and boarding houses, and enthusiastic participation in our co-curricular and sporting programmes, they have left a lasting mark on our community.

It was a privilege to celebrate this important milestone alongside their families and friends. Following the ceremony, graduates, families and staff came together for a celebratory BBQ, creating a wonderful opportunity to reflect on their achievements and mark the occasion together. It was a joyful afternoon filled with pride, gratitude and heartfelt farewells as we honoured the Class of 2026 and wished them every success in the exciting journeys ahead.

A particular highlight of the afternoon was hearing from the graduates themselves, alongside the staff who delivered moving farewell speeches, reflecting on the many qualities and accomplishments of this exceptional group of young people.

We look forward to following the future successes of the Class of 2026 and hearing about the positive impact they will undoubtedly continue to make in the years ahead.

The American Program at Kingham Hill School provides American students and their families with a unique opportunity: to earn a US high school diploma while studying at an English independent school. The KHS American Program was developed over fifteen years ago in conjunction with the US State Department. Today Kingham Hill remains one of very few UK independent schools that offers a fully accredited US high school diploma alongside a British curriculum.