A Level History
at Claremont High School, Harrow · school or sixth form
Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2025see the detail
What the college says
This course builds on the skills from GCSE. It enables studies to acquire the ability to research effectively, think logically, evaluate and interpret evidence, develop a coherent and succinct argument and communicate both verbally and in written form. There are four units over two years - British History, The crisis of communism and the Road to Indian Independent for example
What you need to get on
5A*-C or equivalent including B in History and Grade 6 in English Language
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Claremont High School
Claremont Avenue, Harrow, HA3 0UH
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