Students may opt for A Level PE, as an extension to the GCSE PE course, play to their strengths and gain dynamic theoretical and practical skills for further education or work. Students who are likely to excel in this subject are those who already train and compete outside of school in one sport and are eager to build upon their GCSE PE theoretical studies. If you love playing sports, have bundles of energy and enjoy learning about movement then studying PE A-level and beyond could be a good career move for you. If you want to specialise in coaching or teaching a specific sport, then there’s a chance that you’ll need to have a degree in Physical Education. If you plan to study Sports Science, Rehabilitation, or Occupational Therapy, then A-level PE will certainly come in useful when applying to university. Many aspects of PE involve working in teams towards a common goal. Through playing team sports and problem-solving with others, you’ll develop clear communication skills that will help you in the workplace. Every employer looks for candidates who can communicate well verbally and in writing.
All students wishing to study in the Sixth Form at St Catherine’s are expected to have achieved six GCSEs at grades 6-9, including a grade 4 in Maths and English. They generally gain a grade 7 in the subjects they wish to study at A Level; however, if a student is close to this level and shows aptitude and willingness in other ways, entry can be discussed with the Headmistress.
Paper One: 2 hours written exam: 35% of A-level. Year 12 Section A: Applied anatomy and physiology Section B: Skill acquisition Section C: Sport and Society Paper Two: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport. Written exam: 2 hours. 35% of A-level. Year 13. Section A: Exercise physiology and biomechanics Section B: Sport psychology Section C: Sport and society and technology in sport Non-exam assessment: Practical performance in physical activity and sport. Year 12&13. Students are assessed as performers or coaches in the full-sided version of one activity. Plus: written/verbal analysis of performance. Internal assessment, external moderation. 30% of A-level.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Cross Deep, Twickenham, UK, TW1 4QJ |
Students may opt for A Level PE, as an extension to the GCSE PE course, play to their strengths and gain dynamic theoretical and practical skills for further education or work. Students who are likely to excel in this subject are those who already train and compete outside of school in one sport and are eager to build upon their GCSE PE theoretical studies. If you love playing sports, have bundles of energy and enjoy learning about movement then studying PE A-level and beyond could be a good career move for you. If you want to specialise in coaching or teaching a specific sport, then there’s a chance that you’ll need to have a degree in Physical Education. If you plan to study Sports Science, Rehabilitation, or Occupational Therapy, then A-level PE will certainly come in useful when applying to university. Many aspects of PE involve working in teams towards a common goal. Through playing team sports and problem-solving with others, you’ll develop clear communication skills that will help you in the workplace. Every employer looks for candidates who can communicate well verbally and in writing.
All students wishing to study in the Sixth Form at St Catherine’s are expected to have achieved six GCSEs at grades 6-9, including a grade 4 in Maths and English. They generally gain a grade 7 in the subjects they wish to study at A Level; however, if a student is close to this level and shows aptitude and willingness in other ways, entry can be discussed with the Headmistress.
Paper One: 2 hours written exam: 35% of A-level. Year 12 Section A: Applied anatomy and physiology Section B: Skill acquisition Section C: Sport and Society Paper Two: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport. Written exam: 2 hours. 35% of A-level. Year 13. Section A: Exercise physiology and biomechanics Section B: Sport psychology Section C: Sport and society and technology in sport Non-exam assessment: Practical performance in physical activity and sport. Year 12&13. Students are assessed as performers or coaches in the full-sided version of one activity. Plus: written/verbal analysis of performance. Internal assessment, external moderation. 30% of A-level.
