Physical Education / Sports Studies
Ewell Castle School - Surrey
02083931413
Church Street, Ewell, Epsom, KT17 2AW
Course summary

Pupils looking to pursue their knowledge and learning in Physical Education may choose to study A Level Physical Education through AQA examinations. Class sizes are no larger than 10 enabling both a broad and in depth learning experience. Studying a Science based A Level subject may be a complement to PE but is not compulsory. A level PE has a practical component which forms part of the non examined assessment. Any pupil choosing to take an A Level in PE will need to provide video footage, showing performances in their chosen sporting activities. The exam board suggest that each pupil has a variety of recordings of each of their chosen activities to ensure that they are able to show themselves performing at the highest level.

Entry requirements

At least 5 GCSEs at grades 9-5, including English and Mathematics. Grade 6 in GCSE PE.

How you'll be assessed

Component 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport Weighting: 35% Marks: 105 Length of paper: 2 hours Assessment: • Section A: Applied Anatomy and Physiology • Section B: Skill Acquisition • Section C: Sport and Society Component 2: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport Weighting: 35% Marks: 105 Length of paper: 2 hours Assessment: • Section A: Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics • Section B: Sport Psychology • Section C: Sport and Society and Technology in Sport Components 1 and 2 are examined through a variety of question types: multiple choice, short answer and extended answer. Non-exam assessment Weighting: 30 % Marks: 90 Assessment: • Students assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one activity. • Written/verbal analysis of performance. • Internal assessment, external moderation.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthoritySurrey
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding FeeUnknown
Sixth Form Fee£11,085 - £20,193
AddressChurch Street, Ewell, Epsom, KT17 2AW