For the language element, there is a defined vocabulary list, as well as specified accidence and syntax. Unseen translations will therefore not continue words or grammar topics outside of these - so it is possible to prepare thoroughly for this part of the exam and attain full marks if effort is spent learning vocabulary thoroughly and applying endings and syntactic knowledge accurately. For the literature element, two set texts, one prose and one verse, are studied. Pupils will be required to translate the text, as well as analyse and evaluate both the content and style of the literature. For the prose text, the current cohort is studying the Roman historian, Tacitus, who writes on the emperor Claudius, his wife Agrippina and her son, Nero. For the verse text, they are studying Virgil’s Aeneid, Book 2, on the fall of Troy. Again, as both texts are prepared thoroughly in advance, the highest marks are accessible with the required work in advance.
King's welcomes applications for admission to the 6th Form. We have a significant post-GCSE entry into our 6th Form and places are offered based on an interview and references from the candidate's current school. Candidates are expected to gain at least a 4/5 or 6 in each subject they hope to study at A Level and overall a minimum of 5 GCSEs with at least 4 GCSEs at Grade 4. Candidates applying to study BTECS will be offered places after interviews with the Deputy Head Academic and the Headmaster.
Assessment is by written examination only. Pupils sit two examinations, with Unit 1 lasting 1 hour 30 minutes and Unit 2 lasting 2 hours. Classes are typically small and focus on the individual needs of each, often making for a highly enjoyable and valuable addition to a pupil’s timetable.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £38,058 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £26,331 |
| Address | Plox, Bruton, BA10 0ED |
For the language element, there is a defined vocabulary list, as well as specified accidence and syntax. Unseen translations will therefore not continue words or grammar topics outside of these - so it is possible to prepare thoroughly for this part of the exam and attain full marks if effort is spent learning vocabulary thoroughly and applying endings and syntactic knowledge accurately. For the literature element, two set texts, one prose and one verse, are studied. Pupils will be required to translate the text, as well as analyse and evaluate both the content and style of the literature. For the prose text, the current cohort is studying the Roman historian, Tacitus, who writes on the emperor Claudius, his wife Agrippina and her son, Nero. For the verse text, they are studying Virgil’s Aeneid, Book 2, on the fall of Troy. Again, as both texts are prepared thoroughly in advance, the highest marks are accessible with the required work in advance.
King's welcomes applications for admission to the 6th Form. We have a significant post-GCSE entry into our 6th Form and places are offered based on an interview and references from the candidate's current school. Candidates are expected to gain at least a 4/5 or 6 in each subject they hope to study at A Level and overall a minimum of 5 GCSEs with at least 4 GCSEs at Grade 4. Candidates applying to study BTECS will be offered places after interviews with the Deputy Head Academic and the Headmaster.
Assessment is by written examination only. Pupils sit two examinations, with Unit 1 lasting 1 hour 30 minutes and Unit 2 lasting 2 hours. Classes are typically small and focus on the individual needs of each, often making for a highly enjoyable and valuable addition to a pupil’s timetable.