GCE A Level in Physical Education
at Waddesdon Church of England School, Aylesbury · school or sixth form
What the college says
The course of study expands on many of the theoretical ideas and concepts already encountered in the Key Stage 4 PE curriculum. It also provides an enhancement for students who have studied GCSE PE by extending their knowledge of skills, techniques and effective performance.
What you need to get on
Waddesdon Points System to enter the Sixth Form explained in the prospectus. PE is by no means a pre-requisite for this course. However, it is advisable for students to have achieved 5 or above in GCSE Science and at least a 5 in the GCSE PE theory paper. Due to the practical component of the course, it is also imperative that students wishing to follow A level PE play a competitive sport regularly outside of school from the specified activity list.
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
Waddesdon CE School
Baker Street Waddesdon, Aylesbury, HP18 0LQ
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Start dates
- 6 September 2027 · Aylesbury
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