Subjects Offered for Sept 2023 Entry
At Stratford School we have made the commitment to an A level (2 year) course in all subjects. This gives students time to thoroughly assimilate the information and skills they will need to be successful in their final exams; which prepares them well for their next step.
Students are asked to choose 3 subjects in Year 12 that they will continue for the two years. They are also encouraged to take an enrichment course to support their studies like the Extended Project Qualification that counts as half an A Level for University entry.
Our minimum entry requirement is five GCSEs at grade 4-9 including English and Maths (Non-GCSE equivalent qualifications will be considered on a case by case basis).
If you have any questions regarding entry requirements or courses please contact the school office via Tel: 01789 268051 or sixthform@stratfordschool.co.uk
Entry requirements can be found below, and the online application form can be access from the link below. PLEASE NOTE: The online form will go live Wednesday 16th November as applications are not open until then.
Subject Blocking
Course subject choices are timetabled in block which means that not all course combinations will be available, though many are available due to the way in which we structure the blocks. Further Maths A level can be chosen as a fourth subject. If you are unable to get your subjects choices, then speak to a member of the sixth form team or careers who will be able to advise you of alternative subjects.
When choosing your A level subjects you can choose from the first four blocks A to D, you may only choose one course from any of the blocks. Some subjects appear in two blocks to enable a greater range of combinations.
- You need to choose 3 courses from blocks A to D.
- Further Maths A level can be chosen as a fourth subject (From the Enrichment block).
- You may choose one enrichment choice and one reserve choice from the Enrichment block
To apply for Sixth Form Entry in September 2023 please go to our admissions page by following the link below;
Individual Course Entry Requirements
| Level 3 Qualifications- A Level | Subject Entry Requirements (Level 2/GCSE) |
|---|---|
| Applied Science (Level 3 Extended Certificate) | Two grade 5s in GCSE Science |
| Architecture Level 3 Diploma (Design, Engineer, Construct) | Grade 5 in Mathematics and a grade 5 in a Science (A portfolio of technical drawing or computer modelling if Architecture or Design Technology was not taken at GCSE) |
| Art (Fine Art - Drawing & Painting) | Grade 5 in Art and / or evidence of Portfolio |
| Biology | Grade 6,6 in Combined Science GCSE or if you have studied the Sciences separately, grade 6 in at least two, including Biology, plus a grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics |
| Business Studies | Grade 4 in Maths and English Language |
| Chemistry | Grade 6,6 in Combined Science GCSE or if you have studied the Sciences separately, grade 6 in at least two, including Chemistry, plus a grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics |
| Criminology (Level 3 Diploma) | Grade 4 in English Language |
| Dance | Grade 4 in English and Grade 4/Merit in Dance |
| Drama | Grade 4 in English (Grade 4 in Drama if taken) |
| Economics | Grade 4 in Maths and English Language |
| English Language | Grade 5 in English Language and Grade 4 in English Literature |
| English Literature | Grade 5 in English Literature and Grade 4 in English Language |
| Geography | Grade 5 in Geography |
| History |
Grade 5 in History (If History GCSE not taken then English Lang Grade 6) |
| Maths | Grade 6 in Maths |
| Further Maths | Grade 7 in Maths |
| Media Studies | Grade 4 in English Language |
| PE (Physical Education) | Grade 5 in Sport / PE or grade 5 in Biology or grade 5,5 in Combined Science (students are expected to currently participate in a competitive sport |
| Physics | Grade 6,6 in Combined Science GCSE or if you have studied the Sciences separately, grade 6 in at least two, including Physics, plus a grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics |
| Psychology | Grade 6,5 in two Sciences and grade 4 in English Language |
| Photography | Grade 5 in Art or Photography and/or evidence of portfolio |
| Sociology | Grade 4 in English Language |
| Enrichment: Extended Project |
As part of our enrichment programme (Grade 5 in English is required) |
| Enrichment: Mathematical Studies | AS level, 1 year course) This supports science & social science and is an additional qualification to the three A’ levels. Entry to be agreed in discussion with school (Maths grade 4/5 will be required). |
| Level 2 Qualifications | |
| GCSE English Language (re-sit) | Subject to discussion with the school |
| GCSE Maths (re-sit) | Subject to discussion with the school |