A levels

What are A levels? A level 3 qualification (the next level up from GCSE’s) 2 year course (for most subjects)

Linear 2 year courses No exams at the end of Y12 But….regular testing throughout the course May of Y13 = exams! 4 double periods per week, per subject 1 or 2 teachers per subject

Why choose A levels? You want to explore certain subjects in more depth You want to go to university You want a particular job/career Your enjoy academia but are not sure what you want to do yet!

What are A level classes like? Smaller More discussion More work outside the classroom Ongoing deadlines

What will I need to study A levels? A minimum of grade 4 in English & Maths + at least 3 more GCSE’s grade C + individual subject requirements This will vary depending on the provider A willingness to study! Organisational skills Ability to manage your time

Why should you choose Farmor’s Sixth Form? Independence and Excellence

Excellence….We are a VERY successful Sixth Form For the last three years we have averaged in the top 10% of Sixth Form’s for progress made by students from GCSE to A Level In 2015 we were the 5th highest in England and Wales for progress 2016- 99.5% A*-E grades 83% of students gained places at their first choice universities

Where do Farmor’s students go when they finish their A levels? Oxbridge Russell Group universities Apprenticeships Gap years Full time employment

Independence No uniform No set study sessions Flexibility to choose your programme of study Support in making the transition In 2016, 97% of students felt that we promoted their independent learning

What will my timetable look like? 3 A levels + Core Maths, Extended Project Qualification, IT, work experience or another A level Programme of extra-curricular activities

3 A levels EPQ Catering Speakers Programme

4 A levels Study Skills D of E Speakers Programme

3 A levels EPQ Core Maths Speakers Programme

Enrichment One double period a week Raspberry Pi Programming Latin Catering Duke of Edinburgh/ Three Peaks Challenge Current Affairs Literacy Leaders Sign language Creative Writing Sports coaching

Other enrichment activities First Aid Drive IQ Drivers Awareness Speakers Programme Future Learn

Leadership opportunities Head Boy and Girl Students Presidents Social Committee Charity Committee

What do our students think? “Teachers know your capabilities and how you work, you already have a rapport with them.” “You feel more confident in asking for help because the relationship is already there.”

But….. It’s totally different to Y11! Small classes no uniform Study periods More collaborative relationships with teacher. More freedoms, more choice, but more responsibility.

Open Evening Thursday 17th November 6pm-830pm

Taster Day Thursday 15th December Choose 4 subjects