A Level Chemistry involves the investigation of substances: what they are made of, how they interact and what role they play in modern industrial society. You will develop a logical approach to problem-solving as well as your ability to understand abstract principles. The course also encourages imaginative and critical thinking and develops your skills in laboratory procedures.
Successful 16+ candidates will usually receive an offer of a place conditional on their performance at the assessment day. The school expects applicants for the Sixth Form to achieve a grade 7 (A) or higher in the subjects they wish to study at A Level and an overall grade profile of at least four grade 7s (A) and no other grades lower than a 6 (B) at GCSE. Candidates should also have demonstrated an excellent attitude to work, and a willingness to contribute to the life of the school. NB: these guidelines are subject to change, please check with the Admissions Registrar email: admissions@reigategrammar.org for further details.
Students sit three papers at the end of the Upper Sixth Form: Paper 1: Advanced Inorganic and Physical Chemistry Written exam 1 hour 45 minutes Total marks: 90. Weighting 30% This consists of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions. Paper 2: Advanced Organic and Physical Chemistry Written exam 1 hour 45 minutes Total marks: 90. Weighting 30% This consists of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions. Paper 3: General and Practical Principles in Chemistry Written exam 2 hours 30 minutes Total marks: 120. Weighting 40% This consists of synoptic questions that may draw on two or more of the topics, and also assesses conceptual and theoretical understanding of experimental methods.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £22,530 - £22,995 |
| Address | Reigate Road, Reigate, RH2 0QS |
A Level Chemistry involves the investigation of substances: what they are made of, how they interact and what role they play in modern industrial society. You will develop a logical approach to problem-solving as well as your ability to understand abstract principles. The course also encourages imaginative and critical thinking and develops your skills in laboratory procedures.
Successful 16+ candidates will usually receive an offer of a place conditional on their performance at the assessment day. The school expects applicants for the Sixth Form to achieve a grade 7 (A) or higher in the subjects they wish to study at A Level and an overall grade profile of at least four grade 7s (A) and no other grades lower than a 6 (B) at GCSE. Candidates should also have demonstrated an excellent attitude to work, and a willingness to contribute to the life of the school. NB: these guidelines are subject to change, please check with the Admissions Registrar email: admissions@reigategrammar.org for further details.
Students sit three papers at the end of the Upper Sixth Form: Paper 1: Advanced Inorganic and Physical Chemistry Written exam 1 hour 45 minutes Total marks: 90. Weighting 30% This consists of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions. Paper 2: Advanced Organic and Physical Chemistry Written exam 1 hour 45 minutes Total marks: 90. Weighting 30% This consists of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions. Paper 3: General and Practical Principles in Chemistry Written exam 2 hours 30 minutes Total marks: 120. Weighting 40% This consists of synoptic questions that may draw on two or more of the topics, and also assesses conceptual and theoretical understanding of experimental methods.