Matthew Arnold described the study of literature as a means of “getting to know…the best which has been thought and said in the world”. The English Faculty at Ibstock also takes this view. Our Sixth Form syllabus allows pupils to develop their knowledge and understanding of literature, to read with discernment, and to communicate with precision. It fosters analytical and expressive skills that are greatly valued by the admissions tutors of leading universities, and which are highly transferable. Most importantly, however, our subject also provides an opportunity to study works of outstanding importance and beauty and promotes a love of literature that will enhance our pupils’ lives. Please note that the specific texts named in each of the course components are those that are currently studied and are subject to change.
To begin our Sixth Form programme you need to have achieved at least 59 points from your nine best (I)GCSEs. The following tariff explains the points system: 9 - 8 points 8 - 8 points 7 - 7 points 6 - 6 points 5 - 5 points 4 -4 points 3 -3 points Grade 8 in (I)GCSE English Literature and Grade 7 in (I)GCSE English Language
Component 1: Drama Pupils study Shakespeare’s tragedies Alongside A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams. Shakespeare’s play is considered in the light of the stimulating selection of critical essays. • Formal Assessment – a written examination lasting 2 hours 15 minutes (30% of the overall qualification): Section A: Pupils answer one essay question, from a choice of two, on Shakespeare, incorporating ideas from their wider, critical reading. Section B: Pupils answer one essay question, from a choice of two, on A Streetcar Named Desire Component 3: Poetry This component allows pupils to make an in-depth study of poetic form, meaning and language. They read a selection of post-2000 poetry, including work by Seamus Heaney, Simon Armitage and AndrewMotion, and a selection of poems by John Donne. • Formal Assessment – a written examination lasting 2 hours 15 minutes (30% of the overall qualification): Section A: Pupils answer one comparative essay question, from a choice of two, comparing an unseen poem with a work that has already been studied as part of the course. Section B: Pupils answer one essay question, from a choice of two, on John Donne’s poetry. Component 4: Non-examination Assessment Pupils make an intensive study of two texts, which may be linked by theme, movement, author or period. These may be selected from poetry, drama, prose or literary non-fiction. This component is worth 20% of the overall qualification and consists of a single comparative essay of approximately 3000 words.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £21,570 - £26,805 |
| Address | Clarence Lane, Roehampton, London, SW15 5PY |
Matthew Arnold described the study of literature as a means of “getting to know…the best which has been thought and said in the world”. The English Faculty at Ibstock also takes this view. Our Sixth Form syllabus allows pupils to develop their knowledge and understanding of literature, to read with discernment, and to communicate with precision. It fosters analytical and expressive skills that are greatly valued by the admissions tutors of leading universities, and which are highly transferable. Most importantly, however, our subject also provides an opportunity to study works of outstanding importance and beauty and promotes a love of literature that will enhance our pupils’ lives. Please note that the specific texts named in each of the course components are those that are currently studied and are subject to change.
To begin our Sixth Form programme you need to have achieved at least 59 points from your nine best (I)GCSEs. The following tariff explains the points system: 9 - 8 points 8 - 8 points 7 - 7 points 6 - 6 points 5 - 5 points 4 -4 points 3 -3 points Grade 8 in (I)GCSE English Literature and Grade 7 in (I)GCSE English Language
Component 1: Drama Pupils study Shakespeare’s tragedies Alongside A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams. Shakespeare’s play is considered in the light of the stimulating selection of critical essays. • Formal Assessment – a written examination lasting 2 hours 15 minutes (30% of the overall qualification): Section A: Pupils answer one essay question, from a choice of two, on Shakespeare, incorporating ideas from their wider, critical reading. Section B: Pupils answer one essay question, from a choice of two, on A Streetcar Named Desire Component 3: Poetry This component allows pupils to make an in-depth study of poetic form, meaning and language. They read a selection of post-2000 poetry, including work by Seamus Heaney, Simon Armitage and AndrewMotion, and a selection of poems by John Donne. • Formal Assessment – a written examination lasting 2 hours 15 minutes (30% of the overall qualification): Section A: Pupils answer one comparative essay question, from a choice of two, comparing an unseen poem with a work that has already been studied as part of the course. Section B: Pupils answer one essay question, from a choice of two, on John Donne’s poetry. Component 4: Non-examination Assessment Pupils make an intensive study of two texts, which may be linked by theme, movement, author or period. These may be selected from poetry, drama, prose or literary non-fiction. This component is worth 20% of the overall qualification and consists of a single comparative essay of approximately 3000 words.