Current Structure Year 12 4 AS subjects (Further Maths 5) with PE and Sx (some students will begin EPQ) Year 13 3, 4 or 5 A2 subjects with PE and Sx (completion of EPQ)

What will change? A levels are changing from modular to linear Decoupling of AS and A level - separate, alternative qualifications which have terminal assessments, for AS in Year 12. The As will no longer contribute to the final A level grade A level in Year 13

Two phases Phase One September, 2015 English Language Physics, Chemistry and Biology Economics Sociology and Psychology History Art

Second Phase Mathematics Further Mathematics Geography Languages Music PRE

In addition Information being received currently regarding politics and other subjects, not yet mentioned in Phase 1 or 2 English Literature changed in 2014 to offer Cambridge Pre U qualification (A level equivalent – well received by Russell Group universities)

How will this affect us? Different options available locally eg three A levels and an EPQ CGS Celebrates breadth in the curriculum Recognises the need for a transition phase Wary of change of government

4 Subjects for Sixth Form 5, if Further Maths chosen Offers opportunity to select one subject as an AS Students can still take 4 or 5 A levels EPQ still offered to all (NB selection process)

Enrichment continues Physical Education each week Sx Lecture Series EPQ Volunteering Leadership etc

How will this work? Need for flexibility for students with a “mixed menu” AS and A level are co-teachable therefore Phase one subject students can finalise their decisions as to whether they wish to sit the subject at AS, or for a final assessment at A level in February of Year 12