ACADEMIC RIGOUR 2019 At the heart of the academic experience at Ashford School lies a commitment to building positive learning habits so that all pupils can reach their full potential. A comprehensive curriculum is delivered by passionate and highly qualified subject specialists who work with dedication to ensure that every child leaves Ashford School with a distinguished academic record.
YEAR 11 EXAM RESULTS SUMMARY 5 YEAR SUMMARY (2014-2019)
93% 41%
of all grades were 9-4 (A* - C)
of all grades were
9-7 (A* - A)
YEAR 13 EXAM RESULTS SUMMARY 5 YEAR SUMMARY (2014-2019)
90% 72% A*– B A*– C
Academic rigour and challenge opportunities are embedded in all programmes of study, and pupils are encouraged to aim high and embrace new learning experiences. All teachers promote the importance of reading, scholarship and the development of lifelong learning, and academic enrichment opportunities are made available to pupils through trips to museums, exhibitions and galleries, as well as during debating opportunities and in competitions such as Olympiads.
GCSE SUBJECTS STUDIED: • Art & Design
• Geography
• Biology
• History
• Combined Science
• Mathematics
• Computer Studies
• Music
• Design & Technology
• Physics
• Drama
• Physical Education
• English Language
• Religious Studies
• English Literature
• Spanish
• English as a 2nd Language
• First Language Chinese/Russian
• French
A LEVEL SUBJECTS STUDIED: • Art, Craft & Design
• Geography
• Biology
• History
• Business Studies
• Mathematics
• Chemistry
• Further Mathematics
• Chinese
• Music
• Computer Science
• Physics
• Drama & Theatre
• Politics
• Design & Technology
• Psychology
• Economics
& Religion • Philosophy Religious Studies
• English Literature
• Spanish
• English Language
• First Language Chinese/Russian
• French
OF THE STUDENTS WHO APPLIED TO UK UNIVERSITIES IN 2019
42%
22%
gained a place at a Russell Group university
2%
gained a place at a UK top 10 University
gained a place at a World top 10 University (or G5)
2019 LEAVERS’ DESTINATIONS: Subject: Architecture Drama Air Transport with Commercial Pilot Training Natural Sciences Multimedia Journalism Applied Criminology Architecture Natural Sciences Accounting and Finance Business and Management Drama Digital Culture Accounting and Finance Physics Film Music (with foundation year) Fashion Photography Mathematics, Statistics & Business Fashion Business and Management Cinema di Animazione Accounting and Finance Business and Management (with Foundation year) Computer Science Electrical and Electronic Engineering Mathematics with Management Medicine Law Art and Politics (Combined BFA/BA) Nutrition and Medical Sciences Biomedical Sciences Cancer Biomedicine CHARLIE
NATURAL SCIENCES AT CAMBRIDGE (CLARE COLLEGE)
University: AA School Bristol, University of the West of England Buckinghamshire New University Cambridge (Clare College) Canterbury Christ Church Canterbury Christ Church University Cardiff University Durham University Durham University Durham University Guildhall KCL KCL KCL Leeds College of Music London Metropolitan University LSE Manchester Metropolitan Nemo Academy Newcastle University Oxford Brookes Oxford Brookes University Queen Mary Queen Mary Queen Mary The University of Law Tufts University UCL UCL UCL ETHAN
MEDICINE AT QUEEN MARY
Subject: Computer Science History Physics Architecture Natural Sciences Business and Management History Accounting and Finance Business and Finance Architecture Human Geography Financial Economics Psychology Biomedical Science Criminology (Deferred) Business Studies (with Foundation Year) History Geography (Human) Museum Studies and Archaeology Politics International Relations Veterinary Medicine and Science Geography (with Foundation year) Primary and Early Years Education (QTS) Art Foundation Economics Electronic Engineering Digital Media and Communications Business Management (Entrepreneurship) Business and Management
MADDIE
VETERINARY MEDICINE AND SCIENCE AT UNIVERSITY OF SURREY
University: UCL University of Aberdeen University of Birmingham University of Dundee University of Exeter University of Glasgow University of Glasgow University of Greenwich University of Greenwich University of Greenwich University of Kent University of Kent University of Liverpool University of Manchester University of Manchester University of Northampton University of Plymouth University of Reading University of Reading University of Southampton University of Surrey University of Surrey University of Sussex University of Sussex University of the Arts London University of Warwick University of Warwick University of Westminster University of Westminster University of York
WILLIAM
ARCHITECTURE AT UNIVERSITY OF CARDIFF