A Level History provides an interesting and challenging course which enhances students’ skills of analysis and ability to write persuasive, lucid arguments. Students are encouraged by teachers who are working in their specialist areas. Courses are delivered using materials written by the department and supported by a wide range of relevant books. Students are guided in the direction of further reading as their own interests develop. They will be encouraged to argue and debate both with peers and teachers. Over time students will increasingly work independently and become self-sufficient learners. Most importantly students will cover some of the most fascinating and controversial aspects of modern history. In Year 12 we study the history of Germany and West Germany from 1918-1989, including an investigation into the historical debate around the causes of World War II. This is accompanied by a paper that considers the rise and fall of fascism in Italy c1911-1946. In Year 13 students go on to consider the relationship between Ireland and the Union c1774-1923. There is also a coursework module where students produce an independent piece of work on a historical debate related to the Holocaust.
For new students, entry to the Sixth Form is dependent on GCSE grades, an interview with the Headmaster and a school reference. To enter our Sixth Form and be successful, we like to see grade 7s in the GCSE subjects a student wishes to take at A Level (8s for Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths) or in relevant subjects, with at least six grades 6s overall. We also accept students onto BTEC Sport and Exercise Science plus one A Level. For this combination, we like to see at least six grade 5s at GCSE overall, with a 7 in a relevant subject for the A Level. Below this attainment level, likely, we are not the right match for a student, although we are happy to discuss exceptional circumstances.
There are three exams at the end of Year 13 comprising 80% of the final outcome, the other 20% is the coursework.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £12,705 - £19,704; Boarding £36,639 - £40,365 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Henley Road, Ipswich, IP1 3SG |
A Level History provides an interesting and challenging course which enhances students’ skills of analysis and ability to write persuasive, lucid arguments. Students are encouraged by teachers who are working in their specialist areas. Courses are delivered using materials written by the department and supported by a wide range of relevant books. Students are guided in the direction of further reading as their own interests develop. They will be encouraged to argue and debate both with peers and teachers. Over time students will increasingly work independently and become self-sufficient learners. Most importantly students will cover some of the most fascinating and controversial aspects of modern history. In Year 12 we study the history of Germany and West Germany from 1918-1989, including an investigation into the historical debate around the causes of World War II. This is accompanied by a paper that considers the rise and fall of fascism in Italy c1911-1946. In Year 13 students go on to consider the relationship between Ireland and the Union c1774-1923. There is also a coursework module where students produce an independent piece of work on a historical debate related to the Holocaust.
For new students, entry to the Sixth Form is dependent on GCSE grades, an interview with the Headmaster and a school reference. To enter our Sixth Form and be successful, we like to see grade 7s in the GCSE subjects a student wishes to take at A Level (8s for Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths) or in relevant subjects, with at least six grades 6s overall. We also accept students onto BTEC Sport and Exercise Science plus one A Level. For this combination, we like to see at least six grade 5s at GCSE overall, with a 7 in a relevant subject for the A Level. Below this attainment level, likely, we are not the right match for a student, although we are happy to discuss exceptional circumstances.
There are three exams at the end of Year 13 comprising 80% of the final outcome, the other 20% is the coursework.