A Level Chemistry is a popular and academically-satisfying course of study. We follow the AQA specification which gives a wide-ranging view of the subject and sufficient depth to enable girls to develop excellent analytical skills. A practical approach is taken wherever possible so that concepts are underscored by physical experience and observation. Organic Chemistry is studied in depth and a range of chemical families, from the amines to aromatic compounds, are considered in terms of their reaction mechanisms, detection and synthesis. Problem-solving around structure determination forges the ability to consider information in drawing conclusions. Physical Chemistry is a core part of the course and the mathematical treatment of key phenomena supports understanding of the interlinked nature of the factors which drive chemical reactions. Inorganic Chemistry become very colourful at A Level as a large practically-based topic investigates transition metal complexes, as well as developing a macroscopic view of the elements in Periodicity and delving further into the reactivity of chemical groups. Lessons are delivered in small groups where collaborative and independent learning are both supported. All teachers are passionate about their subject and regularly extend learning into areas of higher level study. Some students choose to take the AS level at the end of the first year of study, while the majority complete the full two-year course. Students frequently go on to study the pure and applied physical sciences as well as gaining places at medical schools.
Conditional offers are made in early December. Students are expected to achieve a minimum of eight GCSE passes with at least seven at Grade 7 or above. We also expect the students to obtain a Grade 7 or above in those subjects they wish to study in Sixth Form.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £10,500 - £18,975 |
| Address | Cranley Road, Guildford, GU1 2JD |
A Level Chemistry is a popular and academically-satisfying course of study. We follow the AQA specification which gives a wide-ranging view of the subject and sufficient depth to enable girls to develop excellent analytical skills. A practical approach is taken wherever possible so that concepts are underscored by physical experience and observation. Organic Chemistry is studied in depth and a range of chemical families, from the amines to aromatic compounds, are considered in terms of their reaction mechanisms, detection and synthesis. Problem-solving around structure determination forges the ability to consider information in drawing conclusions. Physical Chemistry is a core part of the course and the mathematical treatment of key phenomena supports understanding of the interlinked nature of the factors which drive chemical reactions. Inorganic Chemistry become very colourful at A Level as a large practically-based topic investigates transition metal complexes, as well as developing a macroscopic view of the elements in Periodicity and delving further into the reactivity of chemical groups. Lessons are delivered in small groups where collaborative and independent learning are both supported. All teachers are passionate about their subject and regularly extend learning into areas of higher level study. Some students choose to take the AS level at the end of the first year of study, while the majority complete the full two-year course. Students frequently go on to study the pure and applied physical sciences as well as gaining places at medical schools.
Conditional offers are made in early December. Students are expected to achieve a minimum of eight GCSE passes with at least seven at Grade 7 or above. We also expect the students to obtain a Grade 7 or above in those subjects they wish to study in Sixth Form.
