The United World College of the Atlantic, also known as Atlantic College, is an international IB Diploma Programme independent (private) residential Sixth Form College in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1962, it was the first of the United World Colleges and was among the first educational institutions in the world to follow an international curriculum. It is known for its liberal, progressive and radical educational and global ethos and is attended by approximately 350 students from more than 75 countries. In addition to the International Baccalaureate curriculum, the College encourages student participation in community service.
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