Entry Criteria We are committed to encouraging learning and progression, so we try to ensure that students joining us at Post 16 are considered on their individual merits, abilities, and potential. At the same time, we want to encourage success and ask students to be realistic in the choices they make. In our discussion with them, all relevant factors relating to their previous and likely attainment are taken into account and advice will be given to each individual about his/her suitability to follow a particular course of study. To begin an A-Level course in Year 12, you must achieve at least five 9-4 grades at GCSE level. A minimum of grade 4 is required for all Advanced subjects where they are a continuation from GCSE. In some subjects it may be advised that a higher grade than 4 is needed. In this case an alternative subject choice will have to be made when the grade requirement is not met. We strongly recommend that students select three courses. However, if students have achieved a suite of 8 and 9 grades at GCSE, we may consider allowing them to choose four. Some students may wish to change a subject after starting on an A-Level course; some students may be advised to make a change. It is expected that the majority of subject changes are completed during the first four weeks of Year 12. Changes are then dependent on the availability of a place on the course. In Year 12 and Year 13 we must also reserve the right to review our course and teaching provision when few students are opting to take or to continue with a subject.
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