Upper Master: David Wickes
Email: david.wickes@abingdon.org.uk
Entry Criteria:
At GCSE: 3A, 2B and 2C grades or equivalent
The vast majority of sixth form students at Abingdon will balance the demands and rigours of an intensive AS and A level course whilst combining this with all that Abingdon has to offer in the Other Half. This encourages the pursuit and development of individual excellence aimed at maximising each and every student’s potential.
Both Lower Sixth and Upper Sixth students follow a traditional AS and A Level route towards University entrance. All students in the Lower Sixth take four AS Levels and some will continue with all four to A Level in the Upper Sixth, although most concentrate on three. The curriculum includes a strong General Studies and tutorial programme with the aim of offering every individual every opportunity to consider issues beyond the academic. The UCAS application process is an equally vital element of this curriculum, where support and guidance for both parents and students are key. Further details of this are available from the “The Sixth Form” document downloadable from the main curriculum page.
Large numbers of students in each successive year have combined the sciences and arts. This, when combined with the style of teaching as well as the range of opportunities open to students, has ensured that the concept of academic excellence has meant much more than academic rigour.
If you do have any questions or would like to discuss the Abingdon Sixth Form in greater depth then please do not hesitate to get in contact: david.wickes@abingdon.org.uk or via the registrar.
Upper Master, David Wickes
