A Level
We are committed to providing real breadth in education and thus all students study one of our Sixth Form ‘pathways’: EPQ, Maths for Scientists, Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) or Extended Essay alongside their three chosen A Levels. Some students may take four A Levels after discussion with the Head of Sixth Form.
A full PSHE and sport programme is part of students’ weekly life. We monitor all students’ academic progress very closely. Sixth Form Tutors have just seven to eight students to look after and can therefore ensure that they are managing their time effectively and making the most of the many opportunities that are offered to them. Class sizes are also small, so students are assured of individualised attention.
We assess students throughout the academic year in order to continually monitor their progress. In addition, there is an assessment week every term in the Lower Sixth. Students in the Upper Sixth sit their mock examinations in January. The results of these assessments are communicated to parents through parents’ meetings and half termly reports. The reports are either a short report containing effort, assessment and termly assessed grades or a full report containing detailed comments regarding student progress.
Sport in the Sixth Form
Having the knowledge and understanding of a healthy lifestyle plays a key role in the aim of the PE department for our Sixth Formers. We educate the students on the importance of having a work/life balance and encourage them to try a wide range of sports and activities, so that on leaving Heathfield they feel equipped and excited to continue participating in some form of physical activity.
PE is compulsory for all students and during the two weekly 70 minutes sessions, as well as being able to participate competitively in Lacrosse, Netball, Swimming, Tennis and Athletics, they are able to choose from a range of activities such as: Aerobics; Badminton; Basketball; Fitness; Football; Golf; indoor Hockey; Kayaking; Trampolining; touch Rugby; weight training and yoga , to name but a few.
Heathfield offers 24 A Level subjects. EPQ and Leiths Confident Cookery Certificate Course are also available as additional qualifications.
