Physical Education / Sports Studies

Entry Requirements

Sixth Form candidates are encouraged to apply in the Autumn Term of the year preceding entry and are generally required to have a minimum of two 7 and three 6 grades at GCSE, and a minimum of grade 5 in Mathematics and English, with some subject-specific requirements, as listed in our Sixth Form Curriculum Guide. In addition to the ‘traditional’ A Level offer, in September 2023, the School introduced BTEC in Sport. This pathway was open to elite performers who are linked with our Saracens Partnership. Grade 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science, B in GCSE Biology or 6 in GCSE PE Theory Paper. Although successful completion of a GCSE in Physical Education is desirable it is not essential. Work can be provided over the summer break to help bridge this gap in knowledge. However, it is a minimum requirement that pupils make a full commitment to either the role of a performer or coach inside or outside of School regularly, including training and competition.