We follow Edexcel syllabus for A Level English Literature, chosen because it is a robust and engaging syllabus which allows students to read a wide variety of texts across the literary genres. The coursework component is an added advantage which encourages independent learning skills and a deeper appreciation of English Literature.
For entry to the Sixth Form, candidates are required to have at least six GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, with Grade 6 or above in the subjects being pursued at A Level. Candidates are expected to achieve a Grade 7 or above in Maths and the Sciences if they wish to study these subjects at A Level.
The syllabus is made up of four components: Paper 1: Drama (30% of total marks) In this paper, students are required to write two essays, one on a Shakespeare play and one on another play. There is no element of comparison. In addition, they are required to refer to an anthology of critical material compiled by the examination board which includes essays on the set Shakespeare play. Paper 2: Prose (20% of total marks) In this paper, students are required to write one comparative essay on two novels. One novel must be taken from the pre-19th century selection. Paper 3: Poetry (30% of total marks) In this paper, students are required to compare an unseen poem with one of a selection of poems they will have studied in class. The second question on the paper requires them to write an essay on the poet/poetic movement they have studied during the two-year course. Paper 4: Coursework (20% of total marks) Coursework allows for students to work independently. Students are required to write about two texts.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £34,500 - £40,500 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £25,380 - £27,120 |
| Address | Old Church Road, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4AX |
We follow Edexcel syllabus for A Level English Literature, chosen because it is a robust and engaging syllabus which allows students to read a wide variety of texts across the literary genres. The coursework component is an added advantage which encourages independent learning skills and a deeper appreciation of English Literature.
For entry to the Sixth Form, candidates are required to have at least six GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, with Grade 6 or above in the subjects being pursued at A Level. Candidates are expected to achieve a Grade 7 or above in Maths and the Sciences if they wish to study these subjects at A Level.
The syllabus is made up of four components: Paper 1: Drama (30% of total marks) In this paper, students are required to write two essays, one on a Shakespeare play and one on another play. There is no element of comparison. In addition, they are required to refer to an anthology of critical material compiled by the examination board which includes essays on the set Shakespeare play. Paper 2: Prose (20% of total marks) In this paper, students are required to write one comparative essay on two novels. One novel must be taken from the pre-19th century selection. Paper 3: Poetry (30% of total marks) In this paper, students are required to compare an unseen poem with one of a selection of poems they will have studied in class. The second question on the paper requires them to write an essay on the poet/poetic movement they have studied during the two-year course. Paper 4: Coursework (20% of total marks) Coursework allows for students to work independently. Students are required to write about two texts.