Sixth Form Two Year A Level Programme

Moving to Sixth Form is a new and exciting chapter. At this level, important decisions about the future are made as pupils prepare for the transition to life beyond school. When the time comes to make choices about the future, pupils receive individual support from their tutor and the Head of Sixth Form and are prepared for their next steps.

Pupils take part in enrichment activities including a leadership programme, outdoor education, Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award, mentoring through our Buddy Scheme and have volunteering and work experience opportunities. Pupils can also experience independent living for two, one week periods in our dedicated on-site house which helps to prepare them for their onward journey into university and the workplace.

Many pupils also opt to take the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) which allows them to complete a self-directed and self-motivated project in a subject of their choice; it provides excellent stretch and challenge and is a wonderful preparation for higher level study.

It is normal to study three subjects. Pupils who demonstrate the academic ability may by prior arrangement with the Deputy Head Academic study four subjects through to the end of Year 13.

Pupils may choose from the following A Level and BTEC subjects:

• Art

• Biology

• Business Studies (BTEC)

• Chemistry

• Computer Science

• Design and Technology

• Drama and Theatre Studies

• Economics

• English Literature

• French

Entry Requirements

• Further Mathematics

• Geography

• History

• Mathematics

• Music

• Photography

• Physical Education (BTEC)

• Physics

• Psychology

• Spanish

• CEFR B2 or IELTS 5.5 determined through entrance assessment or a previously gained IELTS certificate

• Mathematics assessment

• Further Mathematics assessment (if taking subject at A Level)

• BTECs require good research and ICT skills

• Copies of last two school reports/transcripts

• Hand written personal statement

• A reference is required for pupils already studying in the UK

• An interview at Rendcomb or online.

Rendcomb pupils leave as articulate, confident and resilient young adults able to deal with life’s challenges.

Case Study: Anna, Italian

Anna was more than just a pupil. She now reads French Literature at the University of Oxford.

She followed our Oxbridge preparation programme and studied French, Mathematics and English A Levels. She was a prefect, a musician and a sportswoman.

We helped her fulfil her potential and become the best version of herself.

Case Study: Daniel, Chinese

Daniel joined Rendcomb College at the end of Year 8, progressing through to the completion of his A Levels. He studied Maths, Chemistry and Physics. Daniel had always been interested in Psychology and studied it independently supported by the Head of Psychology in one-to-one lessons.

He achieved all A* or A grades in his A Level examinations joining the University of Oxford to study Experimental Psychology. He really developed his English Language skills, gaining an A and A* in his English Language and Literature GCSEs and developing his love of reading.

Daniel led discussions of current affairs, issues and debates with his tutor group and tutor when they meet each morning. Daniel was a member of the Senior Chemistry Society, who regularly attended lectures on topics above A Level standard, he achieved a Copper Award in the Cambridge Chemistry Challenge and attended workshops in Chemistry at Bristol University.

Leavers Destination: University of Oxford, Experimental Psychology.