Sixth Form Curriculum | Independent School

At Box Hill School we offer our sixth form students the choice of two academic programmes. They can study for A Levels or for the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB).

We are proud to offer both programmes to give our students the choice and opportunity to follow either a specialised programme of study or a broader, less specific course for those who may be undecided about their future choices for university or employment. Both are academically rigorous and highly regarded by universities in the UK and worldwide.

The A Level Curriculum

A Levels offer early specialisation for students who have a firm understanding of what subjects they wish to study at university, or which career path they would like to follow. The programme is specially tailored to the needs of students who may favour certain combinations of subjects, such as maths and sciences, or creative arts.

All students will take three A Levels in a two-year linear programme and will be assessed in their final exams at the end of Year 13.

The IB Diploma Curriculum

The IB Diploma is a two-year course, culminating with exams in May at the end of the second year. Students are required to take 3 higher level subjects and 3 standard level subjects. Diploma candidates choose their programme from the six IB subject groups, ensuring that a breadth of experience in languages, humanities, experimental sciences, mathematics and the arts is acquired.

All IB students have to submit an Extended Essay and must complete the Theory of Knowledge course as well as 50 hours of CAS (Creativity, Action and Service).

For pupils in Year 11 (and their parents) wishing to find out more about Sixth Form life at Box Hill School and the A Level and IB Options we offer, please refer to the booklets below.

A Level and IB Options Booklet

A LEVEL AND IB OPTIONS

For a full list of all A Level and IB options – please refer to the options booklet below

A Level and IB Options Booklet Download | PDF

Sixth Form Prospectus

Sixth Form Prospectus PDF