A Level Programme

A Levels are ideal if you excel in particular subjects and want to focus on these.
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A Levels at a Glance
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Please note that Modern Foreign Languages and Film aren’t offered at A Level. You can gain a standalone IB Diploma Certificate in a language at Higher or Standard Level, alongside your A Levels. Film is available as a BTEC Level 3 qualification. Use our Course Finder to see what we offer.

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Scholarships and Bursaries

Scholarships

Scholarships are based on merit and are available for students going into Years 7, 9 and Lower Sixth across a range of areas, including Academic, Art, Dance, Drama, Ethical Changemaking, Music, Sport and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics).

Find out more on our Scholarships page.

Bursaries

Ian Austin Bursary Awards are available for Sixth Form students with particular academic ability and/or musical talent. These awards are means-tested and cover up to 100% of the day fee for the two years of the Sixth Form. Eligibility criteria include:

  • Students are applying for the Leighton Park Sixth Form, for either our International Baccalaureate Diploma or A Level programme
  • Students are able to evidence a strong affinity with the School’s Quaker values, including but not limited to, having a determined desire to change the world
  • Students can show exceptional academic achievement and /or
  • Able to demonstrate remarkable musical talent.

Find out more on our Bursaries page.

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
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We fully encourage our A Level students to commit to an EPQ alongside their core studies. You’ll be writing a 5,000-word essay, written following five months of independent research supported by 30 hours of taught study skills. It’s highly valued by universities because it demonstrates your ability to go beyond the syllabus with creative, joined-up thinking.

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Further information

For extra credit, you can choose to take on additional projects and activities.

Advanced Diploma in Music Technology and Sound Engineering.

Students lead on projects to encourage participation in sports, often as part of the School’s Outreach and Partnerships work, for our example with our swimming partnership with Whiteknights Primary School.

Students gain can gain a qualification in investing to learn the basics of managing a portfolio.

We encourage students to take part in this programme to not only build individual self-confidence but also life skills in team working, self-reliance, independent thinking and taking on personal responsibility.

Learn more about the Gold Award.

Meet our A Level students

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ADRIANNA

A*, A*, A AT A LEVEL - MEDICINE, UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

"I truly appreciate Leighton Park for the kind atmosphere, which is advocated by everyone, it really is unlike all other schools and coming here from a foreign country it was hard to adapt but there was a lot of support at LP. I admire that this school helps you evolve; I’ve gained a level of independence and confidence in both my work and as a person."
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Annie

A*, A*, A*, A* AT A LEVEL | ENGINEERING AT UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE

"I appreciated having access to nature around the park at LP, as it helped me stay focused and calm during exams, as well as helping my mental health. I also valued the teachers' inclusivity, as they encouraged me to go into STEAM subjects and organized activities to help me feel more comfortable with studying engineering at uni."
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Peter

A*, A*, A* AT A LEVEL WITH A FOR EPQ | ECONOMICS, DURHAM UNIVERSITY

"At Leighton Park, I was able to study the subjects I liked with truly the most focused and enthusiastic teachers, which made it engaging and enjoyable. The environment at LP was incredibly supportive and I’ve been enabled to be ambitious about my future plans, for which Leighton Park put me on the right path to fulfil."
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Michael

A*, A, A at A Level - Music, University of Southampton

"I like how active the School is in the arts and how prominent music and drama are at LP. I like how the school encourages you to be your own person and how the Quaker values are present in all aspects of School life making LP a unique community, not just a school."
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