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A-Level Physical Education

at Samuel Ryder Academy, St. Albans · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Equip learners with both the depth and breadth of knowledge, understanding and skills relating to scientific, socio-cultural and practical aspects of physical education. Developing theoretical knowledge and understanding of the factors that underpin physical activity and sport and use this knowledge to improve performance. Understand the role of technology in sport, the physiological and psychological states that affect performance and the key socio-cultural factors that influence people's involvement in physical activity.

What you need to get on

Five GCSe grades 9 to 5 including English, Mathematics, Science and PE grade 6 or higher.

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

  • Samuel Ryder Academy

    Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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