The LXX and XX Curriculum

At Rugby School Thailand, we offer the A Level curriculum in the LXX and XX (sixth form). Recognised by universities around the globe, A levels are the most popular post-16 qualifications in both the UK and the International Schools sector across the world.

A Levels follow a prescribed curriculum administered by examination boards in England. At Rugby we use three examination boards to administer our examinations: Cambridge, Oxford AQA and Edexcel. However, whilst examination results are of vital importance, we structure our courses around learning rather than assessment and the learning is not always confined to the limits of the syllabus content.

Each A Level course lasts two years and is externally assessed by written examinations. The vast majority of A Level courses are split into two parts, AS in the LXX and A2 in the XX. These courses will have examinations in both the LXX and the XX, the results of which are combined to give the full A Level qualification. A small number of courses are ‘terminal’, meaning all examinations are taken at the end of the XX for the A Level. However, these courses also have a separate, one year, AS option if this is desired.

Many of the more practical A Level subject courses include coursework which will be completed in school and internally assessed but then externally moderated.

A Level grades are reported on a scale from A* to E. Most universities expect at least 3 A levels for entry, but the grades required depend on both the university and course applied for. Students will receive full support and guidance throughout the university application process, whether they are applying to UK institutions or elsewhere.

In addition to the more formal academic curriculum students at Rugby will follow a Personal Social and Health Education (PSHE) course. PSHE covers a broad range of subjects, focusing on students’ wellbeing and aims to help them become young adults who are prepared to make their own moral judgments.

At Rugby, we are committed to developing the Whole Person and, through our extended school day, there will be ample opportunity to cultivate extra-curricular interests, leadership skills and community work. As well as creating well-rounded, global citizens, these are the abilities that help students stand out to prospective further education establishments.

Extra English support will also be provided where necessary for students who have English as an Additional Language (EAL).