CHS Sixth Form For Entry 2026
WELCOME A very warm 3 www.crossleyheath.org.uk Head Teacher’s Welcome We are so proud of our Sixth Form students for embodying our values of kindness, courage and excellence as role models for our whole school. We’d love you to join them as part of our diverse and welcoming school, so we can help you on your journey to future success. Our Sixth Form is built upon a bedrock of great rela4onships, where thanks to having a Sixth Form of just 150 students in each year, every individual student ma5ers for who they are; no one is simply a face in a crowd. Around half our Sixth Form have been at Crossley Heath for secondary school and half join us from other schools, crea4ng the perfect balance that makes our Sixth Form feel like a new school at the heart of an amazing building with 400 years of heritage. Thanks to our smaller class sizes, our teachers know exactly how best to support your learning to ensure you achieve your goal of academic excellence. We believe in developing our students into happy and confident characters, so we put equal emphasis into enrichment as into lessons. We believe we have the best possible opportuni4es for extra-curricular sport, leadership development, school trips, university and appren4ceship guidance and as a result the des4na4ons our students reach are the best in the country. Ensuring our Sixth Formers experience educa4onal excellence, are happy, develop strong values and contribute posi4vely to society is the reason we are here. We pledge ten promises on joining our Sixth Form which we believe are unique in Yorkshire, as you’ll read in this prospectus. These promises illustrate our values. Firstly, kindness: “Respect all, act with heart”. Every A Level student is given a laptop in their 4me here; we give scholarships with financial grants to the highest achieving students joining us in Year 12 and those gradua4ng in Year 13 and we employ more pastoral support staff per student to care for them than any other Sixth Form. Secondly, courage: “Dare to make a difference”. We invite every student to be a mentor to younger students, we send students on real-world work experience, deliver spor4ng and academic enrichment every week and run more interna4onal trips and sports tours than anywhere else, all to ensure our students stand out from the crowd. Thirdly, excellence: “Strive for success”. We have a bedrock of excellent teaching from subject experts to ensure students earn the best grades; we run dedicated weekly coaching for medicine, law, science and Oxbridge candidates, plus we employ academic tutors in English, Maths and the sciences to work with our Sixth Formers in one-to-one in study 4me. Our mission is to unlock poten4al and build leaders of the future. I do hope this prospectus gives you a wealth of informa4on about our rich and vibrant life at Crossley Heath and look forward to welcoming you to the Crossley Heath family. Dean Jones, Head Teacher Execu0ve Director’s Welcome It is a real pleasure to welcome you to The Crossley Heath Sixth Form — a vibrant, ambi0ous and suppor0ve community where students are empowered to achieve their very best. Being a dis4nct Sixth Form within a wider school family of students aged from 11 through to 19 gives us thebest of both worlds. Our Sixth Formers enjoy the independence and privileges that come with being treated as young adults — including their own social and study spaces, as well as the flexibility to manage their 4me and come and go during free periods. At the same 4me, as the oldest students in school, our Sixth Formers play a vital role as leaders and role models. Whether serving as mentors, tutors, House Captains or sports coaches, they embody the values of kindness, courage and excellence that define our school community. The confidence and communica4on skills gained through working with younger students are truly invaluable, enriching not only their own development but also the life of the school as a whole. At The Crossley Heath Sixth Form, we are immensely proud of our students — their achievements, their character, and the posi4ve impact they make within and beyond our school. I warmly invite you to discover what makes our Sixth Form such an inspiring place to learn, lead and grow. Glyn Hirst, Deputy Head (Academic) & Execu0ve Director of Sixth Form Dean Jones Glyn Hirst
CROSSLEY HEATH? Why apply to • High academic achievement • Exci0ng and challenging curriculum • Warm, inclusive and Vibrant Sixth FormCommunity • Great teaching and learning • Outstanding pastoral care • Being valued as an individual 4 Our Culture Lifelong Rela0onships: We are a school family, voted the happiest school in Calderdale, where the connec4on between students and our school lasts a life4me. Our successful alumni span the globe and con4nue to open doors for our students through scholarships, internships and career mentoring. Heritage: Crossley Heath is a school with over 400 years of history, with an outstanding reputa4on for success. We welcome the best students from a wonderful diversity of backgrounds and iden44es to achieve an educa4on which will put them ahead in life. Academic Excellence: We are an extremely high achieving school who ensure students achieve the very best grades, supported by expert teachers and a minimum of 5 hours teaching 4me per subject, per week. Our Oxbridge, law and medical route exper4se lead to very high progression rates to leading universi4es and appren4ceships. Individuals Ma1er: Crossley’s Sixth Form offers the exclusivity of 150 places and the support of smaller class sizes (the average is 12 students). This means your teachers know you as a person, know your learning needs, and tailor their approaches to make sure you achieve your very best. Our pastoral care is second to none and you will never be lost in the crowd. Nurturing Talent: Our wealth of extracurricular opportuni4es, student leadership roles and house system help us to grow future leaders, with dedicated coaching and instruc4on to support elite sport and music alongside academic studies. 5 www.crossleyheath.org.uk www.crossleyheath.org.uk “The school is outstanding in terms of supplying support with applying to university through UCAS, and giving lots of help with wri0ng personal statements. Guest speakers promote different op0ons other than just university, including appren0ceships and the staff really help support you in making the best decision for your future.” Current Year 13 student
VISION & VALUES The Crossley Heath Family We are proud of our heritage as a school stretching back to the origins of Heath Grammar School in 1600 and to the opening of our school building as an orphanage and school in 1864. Our school was founded through the kindness of philanthropy and inclusion. We keep this spirit alive today in our commitment to support the most vulnerable in our community and by championing the diversity of students from all backgrounds. We are an inclusive school family, pursuing our vision to be“The leading school for educa onal excellence, where we nurture happy students with strong values, so they all contribute posi vely to society”. Our 10 Sixth Form Promises 1. Laptops for all: Every student gets their own twoin-one conver4ble Chrome laptop for study at school and home whilst they are part of our Crossley Heath School Family. 2. Work Experience internships: Every student gets a leading work experience placement matched to their career goals which, thanks to the network of connec4ons our school has built up, has even included placements abroad and led to degree appren4ceships. 3. Outstanding extra-curricular enrichment: Every student enjoys enrichment, choosing from three pathways (all three can be taken): a. Sports: with teams in football, netball and rugby, b. Academic: Extended Project Qualifica4on, MEDSOC, LAWSOC, and c. Voluntary: Placements in schools and chari4es. 4. Overseas Adventures: Our overseas trips are legendary, with interna4onal sports tours for male and female sports teams, subject trips abroad and our annual New York trip. 5. Leadership Experience: Every student chooses leadership opportuni4es either as academic tutors to peers or younger students, student leaders, house captains or sports coaches. 6. Pathway to Excellence Programme: Every student aspiring to Oxbridge, Medicine/Veterinary & Law des4na4ons are in a dedicated tutor group to advance their applica4on. 7. High A1ainment Scholarships: The highest a5aining GCSE and A Level students have the chance to achieve funded scholarships of upwards of one thousand pounds to invest in their Sixth Form and University/Degree Appren4ceship studies. 8. Super-Curricular Subscrip0ons: Every student benefits from free access to the leading online learning websites UpLearn and My SuperCurricular. 9. Elec0ves Programme: Every student can a5end our regular “Be Inspired" careers talks from our alumni in a wide range of leading professions where connec4ons count. 10. House System: Every student is a member of one of our four houses, compe4ng in or cheering for our ‘Majors’ (Sports Day, Swimming Gala, House Music and House Drama) and a myriad of other events that make school life the happiest of 4mes. 6 7 www.crossleyheath.org.uk www.crossleyheath.org.uk “I look back fondly on my 0me as part of the Crossley Heath sixth form. It offered a brilliant environment for both work and socialising with my peers. ” Former student Kindness, Courage and Excellence To unlock poten0al and build leaders of the future Our values Our mission
8 9 www.crossleyheath.org.uk www.crossleyheath.org.uk Academic Enrichment EPQ Our experienced staff run the pres4gious Extended Project Qualifica4on during Year 12 in conjunc4on with the University of Huddersfield, which brings UCAS points as well as demonstra4ng independent research and organisa4onal skills which are invaluable for future university study. Core Maths Our school believes strongly that Maths is for life and doesn’t just end with a GCSE exam. We therefore provide an addi4onal Level 3 qualifica4on for all our Y12 students not taking Maths A-level, which equips them with realworld relevant skills and numeracy prac4ce. We encourage all our students to take the 2 hourper-week Core Maths course to see how it will help them (but there is flexibility). Core Maths runs through Y12 with an exam taken in the summer and the qualifica4on is worth 40 extra UCAS points. Oxbridge and Medicine dedicated form groups Students aspiring to study at Cambridge or Oxford or seeking a highly compe44ve medical degree are grouped into forms with students of the same aspira4on. This allows bespoke prepara4on including admissions tests, interviews and super-curricular discussions. Online Learning Resources We invest in the high impact online learning websites Up Learn and My Super Curricular. All students have access to these resources, funded by our school and of course, always accessible through the laptops we give our students for the dura4on of their A-level study. Extra-Curricular Enrichment Extra-Curricular enrichment opportuni4es are great fun, support our mental and physical wellbeing, as well as developing communica4on and character. Every Wednesday a$ernoon at Crossley Heath is dedicated to either sport or volunteering. We have Sixth Form teams for boys’ rugby, girls’ netball and football for both boys and girls, playing matches across the Yorkshire region. As alterna4ves or addi4ons to our spor4ng programme, we also have several student-run academic socie4es: LAWSOC, Psychology Society, Economics Society and our long-standing MEDSOC, which supports students who are considering careers in medicine, den4stry and veterinary science. We also offer volunteering placements in a range of local primary schools, special schools and chari4es to again grow our students’ character, enhance UCAS personal statements and give back to our community. Enrichment doesn’t just take place on Wednesday a$ernoons though; we also run in-house music lessons, instrumental groups, journalis4c opportuni4es through our Sixth Form-led school newspaper, an annual school drama produc4on and so much more. Work Experience Placements We ensure excellent work experience placements for all. Our Year 12 work experience week in the spring term allows students to experience the world of work in an industry they are passionate to learn about. We successfully match your aspira4ons with local, na4onal and even interna4onal providers, allowing our Sixth Formers to enhance their post A-Level applica4ons, their employability and even offer a direct route to secure higher level appren4ceships. STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD
Sixth Form Trips We believe in giving our students the chance to explore the world. Our sports teams tour interna4onally, with 2025 seeing a boys’ rugby tour to Canada and a girls’ sport tour to Dubai. Our students enjoy an annual Personal Development trip to New York. Our subject areas undertake trips to the Isle of Arran in Geography, Wales in Biology, Paris in Religious Studies, alongside a crosscurricular trip to Berlin and History students in the Lessons from Auschwitz project travelling to Poland. Sixth Formers can take part in the Na4onal Ci4zenship Scheme and Duke of Edinburgh Awards too. Furthermore, our close partnerships with the leading UK Universi4es leads to annual residen4al visits to Cambridge University (Selwyn College), as well as trips to Sheffield, Durham and Oxford (Worcester College) universi4es and to Degree Appren4ceship providers. All our trips are educa4onal ones and so students in receipt of bursary and needing financial support can be helped to fund these opportuni4es, as at Crossley Heath no student is le$ behind. Leadership Development We believe in building a culture of Sixth Formers as role models and confident communicators through the expecta4on that every Sixth Form student contributes to student leadership. Students are trained in the skills of leadership through a programme which begins on Sixth Form induc4on day. The programme covers interpersonal skills, the traits of effec4ve mentoring, coaching and understanding safeguarding. Personal Development lessons are vehicles for developing these skills alongside an assembly programme drawing on high calibre outside speakers. Sixth formers then commit to leadership opportuni4es such as one-toone subject tutoring, pastoral mentoring, enrichment club leadership, sports coaching, voluntary work or becoming a Subject Ambassador. Furthermore, we have a School Council, led by our Head Students and Senior Prefects to help build real-world leadership experience and the con4nual development of our school. House System The House System is one of the most wonderful aspects of our school heritage. It is so much fun! All students are in one of four houses – Kings, Queens, Porter or Savile. We have four House Majors over the year – Swimming Gala, House Drama, House Music and Sports Day. Alongside a wealth of other academic and spor4ng compe44ons, the House system makes our school a happy place to be. Our Team Our experienced team are here to guide and support you every step of the way: Glyn Hirst: Deputy Head Teacher & Execu4ve Director of Sixth Form Adam Smith: Assistant Head Teacher & Director of Sixth Form Jane Rudman: Safeguarding & KS5 Pastoral Lead Vicky Pennington: Post-16 Development Manager Jonathan Davies: Head of Year 13 Beth Denton: Head of Year 12 Andrew Coote: UCAS/Oxbridge Coordinator Aimana Hussain: Sixth Form Administrator & Study Supervisor 10 11 www.crossleyheath.org.uk www.crossleyheath.org.uk EXTRA?CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT
A LEVEL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME Crossley Brothers’ A Level Scholarship Programme The Crossley Brothers’ Scholarship programme is unique to The Crossley Heath School, thanks to the philanthropy of our alumnus David Briggs who sponsors this scholarship programme to give all our students the opportunity to excel. All aspiring students benefit from this programme throughout their two-years with us. Our two-year Crossley Brothers’ Scholarship programme ensures all students can: • Achieve the highest grades in the subjects they study. • Experience visits to a range of outstanding universi4es and higher appren4ceship providers. • Develop outstanding communica4on and leadership skills. • Maximise the number of super-curricular ac4vi4es they partake in. • Demonstrate in-depth subject specific reading. • Prepare for intensive interviews and entrance exams. • Benefit from mentoring, including personal statement support. We have established experiences in partnership with leading universi0es and na0onal academic organisa0ons to create our Crossley Brothers’ Excellence Charter which involves: • Undertaking the Extended Project Qualifica4on (EPQ) to develop skills beyond the A-Level syllabus to prepare for university. • Oxbridge and Russell Group university visits and residen4al stays tailored for our school. • Engagement in Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) to enhance subject knowledge and leadership skills. • Prac4ce university entrance exams and subject interviews. • Super-curricular opportuni4es to develop subject understanding through extended reading, published research ar4cles, par4cipa4on in debates, taster lectures and academic compe44ons. On conclusion of this Scholarship Programme any student gradua4ng to one of our iden4fied post-Sixth Form des4na4ons of excellence: • Oxbridge or A* offer entry standard universi es • Appren ceships to mul -na onal companies • Ivy League Universi es will be in line to earn a Crossley Brothers Scholarship as part of which they are awarded a bursary to support their studies during their university journey. 12 13 www.crossleyheath.org.uk www.crossleyheath.org.uk
field trip in Year 12 is an essen4al part of the course and is used to underpin much of the work in Ecology. Popular degree courses taken by students who have an A-level in Biology include Medicine, Den4stry and Pharmacology as well as Biology itself. Studying A-level Biology can lead to a whole range of career op4ons including roles as a doctor, gene4cist, conserva4on officer or research scien4st. As well as enabling our students to achieve outstanding grades, the Biology Department will also offer you lots of opportuni4es to boost your transferable skills, such as mentoring younger students, compe44ons, Medical Society leadership and much more. Entry requirements: A grade 6 in Biology (or grade 77 in Combined Science) plus a grade 6 in Maths. Business A-Level is suitable for students who want to look specifically at how businesses seek to operate and thrive in the face of rapidly changing markets and economic condi4ons. The course explores how business leaders make informed choices and develop strategies to meet consumer tastes and preferences within their markets in the UK and overseas. In Year One, students are introduced to the concept of marke4ng and consider how firms raise finance and manage their resources effec4vely. They also consider the role of leadership and the impact of compe44on alongside an apprecia4on of economic developments. In Year Two, students explore the importance of strategic planning, decision making and managing change alongside considera4on of developments in global markets. Entry requirements: A grade 5 in Mathema4cs and English. No prior study of Business Studies is necessary. At Crossley Heath we study the OCR Advanced Chemistry Specifica4on A (H432). The course is made up of six modules: Development of Prac4cal Skills in Chemistry; Founda4ons in Chemistry; Periodic Table and Energy; Core Organic Chemistry and Analysis; Physical Chemistry and Transi4on Elements and Organic Chemistry and Analysis. The course includes a lot of prac4cal work, to prepare students thoroughly for the assessment of the separate Prac4cal Endorsement qualifica4on, which is internally assessed throughout the two years. Entry requirements: A grade 6 in Chemistry (or grade 77 in Combined Science) plus a grade 6 in Maths. Computer Science develops your ability to solve problems and to think logically. We follow the OCR specifica4on (course code: H446). The course has two elements in Year 12. The first is the theory of compu4ng, including how computers work and how we communicate using computers. The second element is concerned with problem solving and algorithm design. Techniques to solve problems will be taught together with developing your programming skills. During Year 13 the course will look further into compu4ng theory. Addi4onally, students have the chance to work on a project of their choice. Previous examples have included designing computer games, building an online shop and a hotel booking system. Entry requirements: A grade 6 in Computer Science (if studied) and a grade 6 in Maths. Economics is suitable for students who want to explore ways in which daily choices made by individuals, businesses and na4onal governments influence our lives. In Year One, students will be introduced to the nature of economics, how markets work and why they fail, consumer choices and the role of businesses/enterprise in the economy. The role of banks, the financial sector and aspects of life in a global economy are also considered. In Year Two, students explore more broadly the impact of globalisa4on on consumers, firms and the labour market. In addi4on, the role of the government in the economy is considered, alongside the causes and legacy of the Global Financial Crisis. Entry requirements: A grade 6 in Maths and a grade 5 in English. Do women and men speak differently? How is language used to create a sense of solidarity or aliena4on? How do children learn to speak, read and write? These are just some of the language ques4ons you will explore whilst studying AQA English Language A-Level. You will also become familiar with a range of linguis4c frameworks in order to aid the analysis of a range of texts and case studies. Group work, presenta4ons, essay wri4ng and gramma4cal understanding are key elements of the course. Entry requirements: A grade 6 in GCSE English Language. Digital copywriter, editorial assistant, teacher, lexicographer, journalist, copy editor, publisher, proof-reader, web content manager, writer...that’s what you can do with English. If you love nothing be5er than curling up with a good book, then this is the course for you, covering a variety of literary forms, including prose, drama and poetry. This is an opportunity to further crucial skills such as analysis and evalua4on, alongside developing insight into how the cultural and contextual factors of a text impact upon both writer and reader. This course builds on the skills introduced at GCSE, leading to end of year exams in Year 13 and an extended essay for coursework, allowing both breadth and depth of literary study. Entry requirements: A grade 6 in GCSE English Literature. Fine Art, Photography, Tex0le Design, Graphic Communica0on Under the umbrella of 'Visual Arts', students will be able to follow one of the four specialisms that we currently offer (Fine Art, Photography, Tex4le Design or Graphic Communica4on). Each endorsement will develop on the founda4ons learned at GCSE level but will require students to delve deeper into the subject at a more advanced level and standard. Although the four endorsements are different qualifica4ons, they will be taught together by our specialist teaching team. In addi4on, all Visual Arts students will be taught about the History of Art in order to help develop a deeper apprecia4on and understanding of the context of the subject and how it has developed over the centuries. Choosing to follow one of the Visual Arts endorsements at ALevel will fully prepare students to progress onto a Founda4on course at FE or alterna4vely a specialist degree course at university. Entry requirements: A grade 6 or above in GCSE Art and Design (preferably in the chosen endorsement, though this is not compulsory) or through a por3olio of work which demonstrates the required skills for this level of study. The science of Biology connects us all; it underpins our very existence and advances in new technologies such as cloning and recombinant DNA have made this discipline more exci4ng than ever. At Crossley Heath we study the AQA Advanced Biology Specifica4on. We have a highly experienced and suppor4ve teaching team, commi5ed to providing students with the best possible learning experience. Biology, like all sciences, is a prac4cal subject and lessons will reflect this. A residen4al VISUAL ARTS BIOLOGY BUSINESS COMPUTER SCIENCE ECONOMICS ENGLISH LANGUAGE CHEMISTRY 14 15 www.crossleyheath.org.uk www.crossleyheath.org.uk COURSE LISTINGS ENGLISH LITERATURE
16 17 www.crossleyheath.org.uk www.crossleyheath.org.uk Geography is a fantas4c facilitator subject, providing skills recognised for a wider range of future careers or degree programs so even if you are not sure of your career path, Geography will provide you with a host of employable skills. In Geography you will examine both the physical and human environments, and the complex interac4on of processes that shape our world. The subject explores how human interven4on affects the environment and how people adapt and mi4gate the effects of changes on their environment. Geography is dynamic, and you will inves4gate how aspects of change can vary from place to place depending on people’s resources, technology and culture. Driven by discussion and extended research, Geography will help you become an independent thinker, which is a key requirement for any employer. The course will also include a variety of field work opportuni4es including residen4al and day trips, and will be assessed through two examina4ons and a wri5en inves4ga4on of your choice. Our 5-day residen4al trip to the Isle of Arran provides A Level students with the chance to prac4se essen4al fieldwork skills, directly suppor4ng their NEA by conduc4ng real-world geographical inves4ga4ons in one of Scotland’s most breath-taking se6ngs. Entry requirements: A grade 6 in GCSE Geography. The A-Level History course consists of the following units: Component 1: Breadth Study -The Quest for Poli4cal Stability: Germany, 1871– 1991. Empire to Democracy, 1871–1929; The Impact Of Nazism, War and Division 1929–1991. Component 2: Depth Study - Wars and Welfare: Britain in Transi4on, 1906–1957 - Society in Crisis, 1906–1929 and The Emergence of the Affluent Society 1929– 1957. Component 3: Non Examined Unit (NEA) – Tudors 1485-1603. This unit is the coursework element which is completed under teacher supervision and marked internally. It requires the student to carry out independent research and develop a convincing and well-argued judgement. Entry requirements A grade 6 in GCSE History. We follow the Edexcel specifica4on. A typical lesson will involve some tradi4onal teaching, group work and discussion, looking at ques4ons, applica4ons of core maths concepts and real-life problem solving. Maths students have five hours of lessons per week, whilst those studying Further Maths will have an addi4onal five hours of lessons per week. Students studying Further Mathema4cs will complete the A Level Mathema4cs course during their first year and sit the examina4ons in the summer. They will then study A Level Further Mathema4cs in Year 13. Throughout the course students are encouraged to think logically, prac4cally and analy4cally, developing skills which are useful across all kinds of disciplines and careers. A-level Mathema4cs and Further Mathema4cs is a good choice for students considering higher educa4on in any science or maths-based course, ranging from computer science, biochemical sciences, natural sciences, engineering, medical sciences and psychology to sta4s4cs, economics, accountancy, management and actuarial science. Entry requirements A grade 7 or above in GCSE Mathema4cs. To take Further Mathema4cs, students require a grade 8 in GCSE Mathema4cs. Students study a range of topics from two themes: Social Issues and Trends and Poli4cal, Intellectual and Ar4s4c Culture. Issues range from The Digital World to Cultural Life and from Mul4culturalism to Poli4cs. Students also study a novel and a film and conduct an individual research project. There is an emphasis on grammar throughout. Teachers are experienced subjectspecialists who use a variety of authen4c and up-to-date resources. There is an emphasis on discussion, reading, deba4ng, vocabulary building, listening, transla4on, grammar and essay wri4ng. There is also the opportunity to visit Berlin as part of the German course to experience in person the language, culture and topics which we study There are three papers at the end of Year 13: a listening, reading and transla4on paper, a wri4ng paper including an essay on the set text and film and a speaking examina4on. Entry requirements A grade 6 in the relevant language at GCSE. GEOGRAPHY HISTORY MATHS & FURTHER MATHS FRENCH & GERMAN
A-level Music covers three areas of study: the Western Classical Tradi4on, Rock and Pop or Musical Theatre or Jazz, and Into the 20th Century or Into the 21st Century. Lessons will involve class work with prac4cal ac4vi4es where appropriate. There will be opportuni4es for students to work together, and also to complete long-term coursework projects. The course is split into three areas – performing, composing and appraising. Students can choose to specialise in performing or composing which will change the weigh4ng of these two components of the course, which are both externally assessed. Appraising consists of an end of course exam with ques4ons on the areas of study. Music Alevel is an excellent prepara4on for progression to any musical HE route and is also an excellent complementary subject for scien4fic or humanity subjects. It equips students with a broad range of skills that universi4es and employers value highly. Entry requirements A grade 7 in Music or Grade 5 Theory/Instrumental. This course is suited to students who have academic ability, an interest in sport and an interest in improving their own performance. In the theore4cal modules students will consider the science, psychology and sociology of sport. Students should therefore have an interest in studying these areas with regard to their impact on spor4ng performance. For the prac4cal modules students will need to be a good sports performer but just as importantly should be willing to work on improving their performance. Students should be playing at least one sport outside of school and they should be involved with a club or team. Lessons cover anatomy and physiology, skill acquisi4on/psychology, and sociocultural studies. Students will be taught using a variety of classroom based ac4vi4es and the course will include prac4cal group work and independent learning. Entry requirements A grade 5 in PE plus grade 5 in Biology (or 55 in Combined Science). Our A-Level Physics course is for all those who are inquisi4ve, enjoy problem solving and are fascinated by our amazing universe. For the budding physicists of course, the prospec4ve engineers out there, those interested in the environment, and even those with ambi4on for the finance sector - this course is for you. We follow the Edexcel specifica4on. In Year 12 the course includes the study of mechanics, materials, waves, electricity and the wave/par4cle nature of light. The Year 13 course includes the study of further mechanics (momentum and circular mo4on), electric and magne4c fields, par4cle physics, thermal energy, nuclear decay, oscilla4ons, astrophysics and cosmology. Entry requirements A grade 6 in GCSE Physics (or grade 77 in Combined Science). In addi4on, due to the demanding mathema4cal content of the course, students must study A Level Mathema4cs. MUSIC PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICS 19 www.crossleyheath.org.uk www.crossleyheath.org.uk 18
If you are curious and cri4cal, and care passionately about the state of the world whilst being able to see two sides of an argument, you will find Poli4cs A Level exci4ng and rewarding. Through studying Poli4cs, you will explore your own views and learn to evaluate poli4cal processes and structures, developing the habit of ques4oning cri4cally. Study of a range of poli4cal ideologies will enhance your apprecia4on of the philosophical debates underlying prac4cal poli4cal decisions. A Level Poli4cs is well-regarded for its academic rigour, opening up future opportuni4es for study and work, par4cularly in the fields of media, law, public services, business, government and the civil service. At Crossley Heath we do Edexcel A Level Poli4cs, which covers: Module 1: UK Poli4cs and Core Ideologies, Module 2: UK Government and Op4onal Ideology, Module 3: Global Poli4cs. Entry requirements Grade 5 in English plus a grade 5 in Mathema4cs. We are offering Product Design at A-Level for students of both GCSE DT and GCSE Engineering. The knowledge and skills acquired through the study of a Design Technology based A-Level form a solid founda4on not only for taking the subject further but also for employment in the scien4fic, technological and crea4ve professions. It also facilitates prac4cal applica4on of maths and science, s4mulates crea4vity and innova4on and reflects up-to-date prac4ce in many areas of modern life such as sustainability and emerging technologies. There are two dis4nct A2 exams at the end of Year 13. The final assessment is 50% coursework and 50% examina4on. Entry requirements A grade 6 GCSE in a relevant Design Technology subject or Engineering, plus a grade 6 in Maths. Step into the world of the mind! Psychology is one of our most popular ALevel subjects, offering a fascina4ng insight into why people think, feel and behave the way they do. In Year 12, you’ll explore how memory works and discover how psychological theories apply to real life. You’ll inves4gate topics such as abnormality, stress, a5achment, and conformity, and even carry out your own studies. A highlight of the year is a trip to the zoo, where you’ll observe behaviour first-hand and bring your learning to life! In Year 13, you’ll build on your knowledge and tackle big ques4ons about aggression, gender, and schizophrenia. You’ll develop sharp analy4cal and evalua4ve skills through lively discussions, group work, and debates, learning how to think like a true psychologist. Assessment is through three exam papers at the end of the two-year course. Entry requirements A grade 5 in Maths and English Language. Religious Studies offers a coherent and intellectually s4mula4ng program of study that encourages students to engage cri4cally with some of the most profound ques4ons concerning belief, morality, and the nature of human existence. The course develops a deep understanding and apprecia4on of religious beliefs and teachings, with a par4cular focus on Islam, alongside the rigorous study of ethics and philosophy. Students are encouraged to think analy4cally, construct well-reasoned arguments, and evaluate differing viewpoints with clarity and insight. This qualifica4on equips students with a broad range of transferable skills, including cri4cal thinking, independent research, and effec4ve communica4on — all of which are highly valued in higher educa4on and beyond. Former students have progressed into diverse fields such as law, teaching, journalism, policing, and social work, where the ability to understand complex ideas and engage though3ully with ethical and cultural issues is essen4al. Entry requirements Grade 5 in Religious Studies or English Language. Sociology is the scien4fic study of society and human behaviour. At Crossley Heath we follow the AQA Specifica4on for A level. The course covers key sociological theories and research methods, with topics in Year 12 focusing on the educa4on system, families and households. Students look at the structure and evolu4on of families, including what sociologists say about the posi4on of families within society. In Year 13, students examine belief systems including religion, and study its influence on society and secularisa4on. A further major topic is crime and deviance, alongside the police and criminal jus4ce system. By the end of the course, students will develop analy4cal and evalua4ve skills that are crucial for university level study; they will also have an awareness of social injus4ces and evolve a greater empathy for those around them. Entry requirements A grade 5 in English Language. PSYCHOLOGY SOCIOLOGY POLITICS RELIGIOUS STUDIES PRODUCT DESIGN 20 21 www.crossleyheath.org.uk www.crossleyheath.org.uk
How to Apply The link to our applica4on form is online on our school website. Applica4ons must be submi5ed by the closing date of Friday 19 December 2025. Students who are predicted to meet our entry requirements will be invited to interview in February and March. Offers will be made to successful applicants by the end of April. Please note that we reserve the right to withdraw or alter our curriculum offer depending on student demand. Academic Entry Requirements • GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade 5 or above. • Specific subject requirements as specified in the prospectus. • Full course, Level 2 qualifica4ons (including applied GCSEs and BTECs), whatever the size, will count as one GCSE. • ICT OCR Na4onal Level 2 will count as one GCSE. APPLY & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS How to 22 www.crossleyheath.org.uk
Tel: 01422 360272 Email: admin@crossleyheath.org.uk www.crossleyheath.org.uk M [ N CHS Sixth Form “Working with sixth form students is an absolute pleasure as every day they bring their energy, humour and enthusiasm. Our students care for each other and all make their own contribu ons to our happy vibrant community. It is a genuine privilege to watch them develop academically and personally as they grow into independent, confident and capable adults.” Adam Smith, Director of Sixth Form
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