Pre A Level Programme

Pre A Level Programme

At Queen's College, our one-year programme for international pupils ensures full integration with British students both in the boarding house and in lessons. This immersive experience helps students transition smoothly into the British education system, providing tailored academic and English language support. Our comprehensive approach guarantees a strong foundation for future studies, with a seamless pathway to A Level success in our Sixth Form.

What Are The Benefits?

Pathways

There are two options for the Pre A Level Programme depending on English ability. Both options ensure full integration with British pupils both in lessons and in the boarding house. Pupils will also have the opportunity to partake in up to 10 hours of Co-Curricular activities per week.

1 Year GCSE (English B2 and above)

  • Fully integrated with current Year 11
  • Study up to 5 GCSEs (Including own language)
  • EAL support as needed
  • Take final GCSE exams
  • Guaranteed A Level place in Queen’s College Sixth Form
  • Sign up for the full three year course and receive a 30% fee remission in year 3

Pre A Level (English B1 and below)

  • EAL and Maths GCSE programme (Study only)
  • Attend up to 2 A Level subject classes (Study only)
  • Complete the full A Level programme

The 3 Year Route To A Level Qualifications

Exam Success and Beyond

We are one of the top academic schools in the South West and our pupils consistently achieve top grades at GCSE and A Level. Queen’s College has a 99% A Level pass rate, 43% of pupils achieved A*-A grades.

Many of our pupils continue their education at prestigious Russell Group universities, including Oxford and Cambridge.

Exam Results

GCSE Results: 

Queen’s College was proud to report that in 2024, its top grades (9-7) were 68% higher than the national average, with 40% of the cohort achieving a grade 9, and many students attaining multiple top grades. To read more about Queen’s College GCSE Results

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A Level Results:

Queen’s College was proud to celebrate our pupils significantly outperforming the national average in 2024, with almost two-thirds of results graded at A* to B. Pupils of Queen’s College celebrated a 100% pass rate in 20 different subjects in 2024, including Biology, Business Studies, Further Maths, and Physics, and especially strong results in English Literature, Art, Music, Textiles and Computing. To read more about Queen’s College A Level Results

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University Destinations

2024

Sevin - A*A*A*A*

Sevin achieved outstanding A-Level results, with grades of A*A*A*A* and an A* in his EPQ and a Distinction in AEA Maths. He will be continuing his academic journey at Imperial College London, where he will study Mathematics and Computer Science. During his time at Queen’s, Sevin earned a Gold Award in the Physics Olympiad, demonstrating his exceptional aptitude in the sciences. Beyond academics, Sevin has been deeply involved in co-curricular activities. He played a key role in the Queen’s motorsports programme, racing the Greenpower electric car on tracks across the country, including the iconic Goodwood Circuit. Sevin also excelled in performing arts, taking on the lead role of Valjean in last year’s production of Les Misérables. Sevin’s achievements both inside and outside the classroom embodies the school’s motto “We learn not for school, but for life”.

Angela - Seven Grade 9s

One of the top GCSE performers in 2024 was Angela, who achieved seven grade 9s amongst her GCSE results, including a grade 9 in English Literature – in her second language. Angela is studying A Levels at Queen’s Sixth Form in Maths, Business Studies, English Literature and Art.

Get in Touch With Us to Start Your Journey

International Admissions 

Helen Kingaby – Director of International Admissions

Telephone – +44(0)1823 340805

WhatsApp – 07932 095129

Email: admissions@queenscollege.org.uk 

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