Politics is both endlessly fascinating and unbelievably important. Post-pandemic, none of us can ever claim that it doesn’t affect us. By studying the subject for A Level, you will understand the theory of how government is supposed to work, as well as the theory behind how we get the governments we deserve. Politics can take you from high debate on principle to appreciating the absurdity of the Westminster bubble within the same lesson, and there is endless scope for discussion and debate. You will look at social issues which affect you, including the intersection between feminism and the men’s rights movement and you will be encouraged to look at drama and satire that helps you to understand the wider implications of the course material.
The entrance criteria for the Sixth Form at Merchant Taylors' are simple: • We expect you to have excelled in your GCSE examinations this summer, especially in the subjects you intend to take at A Level. • We expect you to have worked hard and made a positive contribution throughout your time here. Your attitude must be one of wholehearted engagement with school life. • We expect you to make sensible and informed choices as to what to study for the Sixth Form. These choices need to reflect your abilities and need to have been agreed by your Tutor, the relevant Heads of Department, the Head of Middle School, the Deputy Head (Academic) and the Head Master.
1. Written assessments in four subjects intended for study at A level, sat on Monday 4th November of Year 11. Candidates will be sent a choices booklet in October and asked to nominate the subjects they wish to study. The assessments will test aptitude for A level study at Merchant Taylors’. 2. A reference from the applicant’s current school. This will be requested directly from the school and is completed on a Merchant Taylors’ form. Applicants must also supply a copy of their most recent school report. 3. There will be interviews with specialists in the subjects that they wish to study at A Level and a general interview with a senior member of staff. The interviews will test academic aptitude and questions may also focus on strengths and weakness that became evident through the examination process. These are held in early December.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £23,600 |
| Address | Sandy Lodge, Northwood, Northwood, HA6 2HT |
Politics is both endlessly fascinating and unbelievably important. Post-pandemic, none of us can ever claim that it doesn’t affect us. By studying the subject for A Level, you will understand the theory of how government is supposed to work, as well as the theory behind how we get the governments we deserve. Politics can take you from high debate on principle to appreciating the absurdity of the Westminster bubble within the same lesson, and there is endless scope for discussion and debate. You will look at social issues which affect you, including the intersection between feminism and the men’s rights movement and you will be encouraged to look at drama and satire that helps you to understand the wider implications of the course material.
The entrance criteria for the Sixth Form at Merchant Taylors' are simple: • We expect you to have excelled in your GCSE examinations this summer, especially in the subjects you intend to take at A Level. • We expect you to have worked hard and made a positive contribution throughout your time here. Your attitude must be one of wholehearted engagement with school life. • We expect you to make sensible and informed choices as to what to study for the Sixth Form. These choices need to reflect your abilities and need to have been agreed by your Tutor, the relevant Heads of Department, the Head of Middle School, the Deputy Head (Academic) and the Head Master.
1. Written assessments in four subjects intended for study at A level, sat on Monday 4th November of Year 11. Candidates will be sent a choices booklet in October and asked to nominate the subjects they wish to study. The assessments will test aptitude for A level study at Merchant Taylors’. 2. A reference from the applicant’s current school. This will be requested directly from the school and is completed on a Merchant Taylors’ form. Applicants must also supply a copy of their most recent school report. 3. There will be interviews with specialists in the subjects that they wish to study at A Level and a general interview with a senior member of staff. The interviews will test academic aptitude and questions may also focus on strengths and weakness that became evident through the examination process. These are held in early December.