The A Level PE course is broadly divided into four sections: the sporting body, the sporting mind, sport in society and the practical application and evaluation of performance. The two year linear course not only assesses the practical skills of students but also their understanding of theoretical aspects of sport. Throughout the course, students develop a holistic understanding of sports performance, what constitutes a healthy lifestyle and how sport has developed in today’s society. Within the practical units, students develop their evaluative and analytical abilities during the observation of sport performance. Students also learn about the application of modern technologies and understanding of biomechanics, in order to enhance performance in sport. The academic strands of A Level PE link with other subjects such as biology, physics, history and psychology.
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.
Three exam papers are taken at the end of the course. Paper 1 (30%) covers physiological aspects of sport, paper 2 (20%) covers psychological aspects of sport and paper 3 (20%) covers socio-cultural aspects of sport. The final component of the course (30%) is a non-examined assessment taken before March in Year 13. This assesses a student’s practical ability in their chosen sport and also includes a spoken piece of 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 |
The A Level PE course is broadly divided into four sections: the sporting body, the sporting mind, sport in society and the practical application and evaluation of performance. The two year linear course not only assesses the practical skills of students but also their understanding of theoretical aspects of sport. Throughout the course, students develop a holistic understanding of sports performance, what constitutes a healthy lifestyle and how sport has developed in today’s society. Within the practical units, students develop their evaluative and analytical abilities during the observation of sport performance. Students also learn about the application of modern technologies and understanding of biomechanics, in order to enhance performance in sport. The academic strands of A Level PE link with other subjects such as biology, physics, history and psychology.
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.
Three exam papers are taken at the end of the course. Paper 1 (30%) covers physiological aspects of sport, paper 2 (20%) covers psychological aspects of sport and paper 3 (20%) covers socio-cultural aspects of sport. The final component of the course (30%) is a non-examined assessment taken before March in Year 13. This assesses a student’s practical ability in their chosen sport and also includes a spoken piece of coursework.